Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — October 10, 2008
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
Get a CHARGE out of this event!!! SCN081015
Oct. 15, 2008, 8:00am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: Free for Chamber members, $5 for non-members.
Instead of our traditional monthly membership meeting, the Chamber will host a Super-Charged Networking session in its place.
Looking for a way to meet "super" people that are sure to "electrify" your business?
Join us on October 15th from 8 - 9 AM at the Ritz Charles. In one short hour you'll have the chance to "spark" up conversations with at least 14 people! Make sure you bring your business cards!!
No doubt there will be "electricity" in the air as we meet to learn more about each other and our organizations!
Don't miss this fun event sponsored by Davidson Promotional Products! Get Super-Charged!
The reservation deadline for this event is 5:00 pm on Monday, October 13th, so reserve your spot today!
— Register OnlineSenate Candidate Forum-Pat Roberts & Jim Slattery
Oct. 15, 2008, 11:30am at
Overland Park Marriott,
10800 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park,
Cost: $28 members, $35 non members.
The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce present a candidate forum for United States Senator featuring U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (Republican) and Former Congressmand Jim Slattery (Democrat).
Learn more about the candidates and their positions on issues important to you and your business while enjoying a great lunch prepared by the Overland Park Marriott.
Check in will begin at 11:30 am followed by lunch and the program from 12:00-1:30 pm.
The cost is $28 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. A reserved table for 10 is $320. The reservation deadline is Wednesday, October 8th. No reservations will be taken at the door.
Call 913-491-3600 for reservations and additional information.
You may also download and submit the following reservation form:
http://www.leawoodchamber.org/Downloadable%20files/RobertsSlatteryForum.pdf
After Hours Networking "Puttin' on the Ritz" - AH081022
Oct. 22, 2008, 5:00pm at
Ritz Charles,
9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. There may be a nominal charge for guests to attend.
Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.
The registration deadline is Monday, October 20th, by 5:00 pm, so use the link below and make your reservation today!
House Candidate Forum - Jordan & Moore
Oct. 22, 2008, 11:30am at
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel,
6100 College Boulevard, Overland Park,
Cost: $28 members, $35 non members
The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce present a candidate forum for 3rd Congressional District of Kansas, featuring U.S. Congressman Dennis Moore (Democrat) and State Senator Nick Jordan (Republican).
Learn more about the candidates and their positions on issues important to you and your business while enjoying a great lunch prepared by the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel.
Check in will begin at 11:30 am followed by lunch and the program from 12:00-1:30 pm.
The cost is $28 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. A reserved table for 10 is $320. The reservation deadline is Wednesday, October 8th. No reservations will be taken at the door.
Call 913-491-3600 for reservations and additional information.
You may also download and submit the following reservation form:
http://www.leawoodchamber.org/Downloadable%20files/MooreJordanForum.pdf
Leawood Community Events
Leadership Day 2008
Oct. 14, 2008, 7:30am at
Overland Park Convention Center,
6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Tricia Luedke – tluedke@enterprisebank.com
Cost: Call Mike Bruening at 816-505-7537 for event cost and registration.
Hosted by Enterprise Bank & Trust, Shook, Hardy & Bacon, RSM McGladrey, Iron Horse LLC, Schifman Remley Associates and Aristocrat Motors, Leadership Day 2008 will be an opportunity for business owners to gain powerful insight into issues affecting their businesses.
The breakfast keynote speaker will be Fred Pryor, Creator of the Pryor Center for Leadership Development at William Jewell College and Chairman of the Board of Fred Pryor Seminars.
The lunch keynote speaker will be Dr. Joseph A. Michelli, author of "The New Gold Standard: 5 Leadership Principles for Creating a Legendary Customer Experience Courtesy of Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company."
Break-Out Sessions:
Risk Management/IT Fraud
Strategic Planning
Tax Credits/New Market Tax Credits
Rebranding Your Company
Controlling Health Care Costs
How to Value a Business
Economic Update
Leading Through a Difficult Time
Register online at http://www.enterprisebank.com (see Enterprise News/Leadership Day 2008 in th ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Brasil Concert Duo
Oct. 14, 2008, 7:00pm at
Regnier Hall Auditorium,
12600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Elaine Warren – elainew@ku.edu 913-897-8400
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://edwardscampus.ku.edu
The Brasil Guitar Duo has developed a broad repertoire of classical guitar duos (Bach, Sor, Scarlatti) and in recent years has broadened its aesthetic to encompass the traditional music of its native land (samba, maxixe, choro and baio). These diverse influences come together in the duo's programming, a seamless blend of traditional and Brazilian works.
Admission and parking are free. No tickets required.
United Way Wine Tasting
Oct. 15, 2008, 6:00pm at
EBT Restaurant,
State Line & I-435, Kansas City,
Contact: Lisa Snead – Lisa.A.Snead@plazamortgageservices.com 913-906-3707
Cost: For event cost, contact Lisa Snead at 913-906-3707 or Jodi Danziger at 816-289-3032.
Join Reece & Nichols Realtors and EBT Restaurant for a wine tasting to benefit United Way!
Bank of Blue Valley's LADIES NIGHT
Oct. 16, 2008 at
Bank of Blue Valley,
13401 Mission Road, Leawood,
Ladies Night at
Bank of Blue Valley
Come for a night of
Shopping and Fun!
Over 30 Vendors and
tons of door prizes!
Admission is FREE
Hors d'oeuvres, wine and
desserts will be served.
Thursday, October 16th
5:30 - 8:00 PM
Bank of Blue Valley
13401 Mission Road
Leawood, Kansas
913-234-3000
Bring a friend and start
your holiday shopping early!!
Sale of the Family Business-A Roadmap for Success
Oct. 16, 2008, 12:00pm at
Hereford House,
8661 North Stoddard Ave, Kansas City, 64153
Contact: Jeremy Simmons – jeremy@AlliedBizGroup.com 913-897-3599
Cost: Call 913-897-3599 for pricing information. Weblink: http://www.alliedbizgroup.com/seminar.php
Confidential and non-obligatory, local experts offer information every business owner and adviser should know regarding the sale of a business.
Session topics include business valuation, identifying target buyers, negotiating and structuring the deal, the M&A Sales process, and tax considerations. The event has been approved for 4 hours of CLE / CPE / CE credits for attorneys, CPA's, and CFP's.
To register, please email us at info@AlliedBizGroup.com with the following information: Number of attendees, names of attendees, and a confidential phone number to contact you at. You may also call 913-897-3599 to register.
Breast Cancer Seminar at Menorah Medical Center
Oct. 16, 2008, 5:30pm at
Menorah Medical Center, Entry A,
5721 W. 119th Street, Overland Park,
Dr. Christa Balanoff discusses the new advancements in breast care, breast self exams, prevention and risk factors.
Genetics counselor Lenna Levitch will discuss genetics and how it will effect your risk of getting breast cancer.
News & Announcements
Early Ballot Locations Announced for Johnson County Voters.
Johnson County voters can save time and gas expense by casting their ballots for the upcoming General Election beginning October 21 at four designated locations; or by mail beginning October 15. In announcing the times and locations, Johnson County Election Commissioner Brian Newby emphasized the convenience, time and gas saving benefits Johnson County voters enjoy by taking advantage of early voting.
“A record number of convenience-minded voters took advantage of these alternatives prior to the primary election day this summer,” Newby cited. “We’ve made every effort to ensure citizens are aware of their early voting options and have made it as easy as possible in hopes we can see a repeat of those record percentage early ballots in the November General Election.”
General Election Advance Voting
In-Person Locations & Hours
October 22 through November 3, 2008
1. Johnson County Election Office
2101 E Kansas City Road, Olathe
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Monday August 4th (This location only)
2. Johnson County Northeast Office
6000 Lamar Ave, Mission
10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday
3. Metcalf ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Kansas City Guns 'N Hoses Fight Night
Three Leawood Police Officers are currently training to compete in the 2008 Kansas City Guns N Hoses boxing tournament. This will be the fourth year for this event which benefits SAFE; Surviving Spouse and Family Endowment fund.
The Guns N Hoses boxing tournament is an event in which officers compete against firefighters in an amateur rules boxing match. 75% of the event proceeds go to SAFE which is an organization that provides immediate financial assistance to the spouse and/or family of local law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and emergency medical technicians who are killed in the line of duty. The remaining 25% of event proceeds goes to local amateur boxing clubs which also serves as a delinquency deterrent.
Our Leawood Police Officers have been training for this event since late August and the event will be held on November 15, 2008, at 7pm in Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, KS. This event sold out last year and will surely do the same again this year.
All fighters competing in this event need to have a sponsor. By sponsoring a fighter, your company will receive two tickets to the event, a banner in the auditorium, a full page ad in the event program, and your company name on the boxer’s robe.
Contact Kirt Yoder for more information at kirty@leawood.org or 913-642-5555 ext 143. You can also go to
Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - September 2008
Be sure to consider these businesses when you are shopping for goods and services.
You can learn more about these businesses by visiting the provided links, or go to http://www.leawoodchamber.org/member_directory.cfm
for a complete listing of Leawood Chamber member businesses and their contact information.
AMC Town Center 20 Theatres www.amctheatres.com
American Companion Care www.americancompanioncare.com
Bank of Kansas City www.BankofKansasCity.com
Blue Chip Cookies www.bluechipcookies.com
Johnson County Wastewater www.jcw.org
Kansas Department of Commerce www.kansascommerce.com
Leawood Lions Club www.leawoodlions.org
McAlister's Deli www.mcalistersdeli.com
McGilley Memorial Chapel www.dignitymemorial.com
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Need to find counseling? A nursing home? Job training? A food pantry? Want to volunteer or donate goods? Don't waste valuable time trying to find the right resource. Now, by simply dialing 2-1-1 on your phone, you can make just one call to find or give help. United Way 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember central phone number connecting people with available community resources and volunteer opportunities. You’ll reach a trained, caring professional 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. All for free, all confidential.
United Way 2-1-1 spans a 23-county area, including 7 counties in Kansas and 16 in Missouri, and has access to literally thousands of resources. And that comprehensive database is constantly being updated so you’ll have accurate information. Plus, United Way 2-1-1 saves 9-1-1 for life and death emergencies.
United Way 2-1-1 has a full time health care advocate who provides response to callers with health and medical issues, particularly those requiring advocacy. The health care advocate can help with prescription assistance, medical supplies and equipment, medical transportation, referrals to community clinics, in-home health aid, support groups, immunizations and more.
For additional information about United Way's 2-1-1 service, call 816-474-5112.
To add your agency to the United Way's 2-1-1 data base or to update your agency's 2-1-1 information, contact Jennifer Miller at 816-559-4617.
... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)Almar Printing featured on KMBC TV9
On October 2nd, Almar Printing was featured on KMBC TV9 News. Here's the story:
Some small-business owners have good advice for weathering a tough economy. The Gromosky family has been running Almar Printing in Kansas City for 40 years.
"I worked here my whole childhood," Gromosky told KMBC's Martin Augustine. "We have seen some faltering off and some ups and downs."Gromosky said some common sense has helped the family stay in the competitive printing business for so long.
"When times are good, you've got to put some money away. When times are down, you've got to look at ways to keep your cash flow going and be able to pay the bills every month," Gromosky said. "There's no magic pill that you can take."
A lot of tips for small businesses were traded at the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Networking Expo.
One of the strongest pieces of advice was to take care of your clients, regardless of the business.
"Staying in good with their customers, visiting them, making sure their needs are being met. Because the other guy can come in and swoop something out," said Valerie Bentley, with Grandma's Office Catering.
Gromosky said having a diverse client base has helped the business survive.
... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)ELECTED OFFICIALS HELP TEACH LOCAL PRESCHOOLERS ABOUT VOTING
Elected Officials Help Teach Local Preschoolers About Voting ~
Students host "election" at their school, choose a presidential snack of the day!
As a historic Election Day draws near, preschoolers at the Primrose School of Leawood received a lesson October 6th from State Representatives Kay Wolf, Kevin Yoder and Pat Colloton about how democracy works and the importance of voting.
The representatives read the kindergarten and preschool students the children's book, Duck for President. The students then voted for which Primrose character should be president, choosing Billy the Duck over Percy the Rooster by just one vote. The children also cast ballots for a Presidential Snack of the Day, with the majority picking bananas and yogurt rather than pretzels and cheese.
Rep. Wolf checked student IDs the school had made for the event, and ensured they had met the school's criteria for registering to vote, which included a requirement to wear Primrose uniforms. Rep. Colloton passed out student ballots, while Kevin Jeffries, president and CEO of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce, collected them. Afterward, Rep. Yoder passed out "I Voted" stickers as each child exited the school's "voting booth." Students waved hand-made rally signs touting "Voting Rocks!", recited the Pledge of Allegiance and made either American flags or pictures of themselves as president.
The Primrose School of Leawood and Primros ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
First State Bank & Trust Co. Earns 5 Star Rating
Douglas Briggs, Chairman/CEO, announces that First State Bank & Trust Co. has again been awarded the BauerFinancial, Inc. Superior Five Star Rating- the highest rating given. Ratings reflect strength and stability, based on financial records and historical information.
First State Bank & Trust Co. achieved the highest rating based on several factors. BauerFinancial considers the bank’s capital ratio; profitability/loss trend; the level of delinquent loans, chargeoffs and repossessed assets; the market versus book value of the investment portfolio; regulatory supervisory agreements; the community reinvestment rating; historical data and liquidity. Much of this information comes from the bank’s financial numbers provided to federal regulators. In addition, they consider historical information and the length of time the bank has been in business, in order to determine that it is a well established and consistent institution.
First State Bank has been in business since 1896, boasting a long and strong history. BauerFinancial, Inc. has been analyzing and reporting on the financial condition of the nation’s banking industry since 1983. No institution pays for its rating, nor can they elude it, ensuring a strictly unbiased rating system.
... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)Member Profile
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