Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — October 28, 2011
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
2011 Annual Meeting-"The Spirit of Entrepreneurship"
Dec. 14, 2011, 11:30am at
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel,
6100 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66211
Cost: $50 for members, $60 for non-members.
By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
Join us in celebrating "The Spirit of Entrepreneurship" at the 2011 Leawood Chamber Annual Meeting and Hall of Fame Awards Luncheon.
This two hour event is open to the public and provides a way for the Leawood Chamber to connect with 300+ area business and community leaders.
Our keynote speaker for 2011 will be Mr. Barnett Helzberg, Jr. A Kansas City area native, Barnett received his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He is the former Chairman of the Board of Helzberg Diamonds (est. 1915) and expanded the company from 15 units in 1962 into the third largest jewelry retailer in 23 states, which was then sold to Berkshire Hathaway (Warren Buffett) in 1995. Barnett is the creator of the I Am Loved theme and co-creator with Dr. Rich Davis of the book titled “I Am Loved” published in 2001. He is also author of the book titled “What I Learned Before I Sold to Warren Buffett” published in 2003.
Barnett is currently the Chairman and founder of the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program and Co-founder and Board Member of the University Academy K-12 Charter School in Kansas City, Missouri. He established the Helzberg Leadership Fellows (a program to train young Jewish leadership) and is also an Adjunct Professor at Rockhurst University, teaching a class in “Mensch Management.”
Barnett lives with his wife, Shirley, and they have two adult sons, Barnett III and Bush, and six brilliant grandsons, and one gorgeous and brilliant granddaughter.
We will also recognize our 2011 Hall of Fame Award Recipients.
Individual admissions are $50 for Chamber members and $60 for non-members.
If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
The reservation deadline for individual tickets is Friday, December 9th by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after December 8th.
If you are interested in being a sponsor, please click.
Event Host Sponsors:
Country Club Bank, N.A.
CrossFirst Bank
DEMDACO, Inc.
Menorah Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
St. Joseph Medical Center
Town Center Plaza
Event Patron Sponsors:
AMC Theatres
Bank of Blue Valley
CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann, P.C.
Commerce Bank, N.A.
Discover Vision Centers
Kansas City Power & Light
M&I, A Part of BMO Financial Group
Event Associates:
American Companion Care
Arvest
Bank Midwest
Clawson Benefit Concepts
Saint Luke's South
Simmons First National Bank
Morning Mingling
Nov. 1, 2011, 08:00am at
The Forum at Overland Park,
3501 W. 95th Street, Overland Park, Chamber Committees 66206 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Members & Non Members use the link below to register:
Join Comfort Keepers and The Forum at Overland Park for the November Morning Mingling! Please park across the street from The Forum.
Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking.
Use the link below to register today!
If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.
Please park across the street from The Forum. The registration deadline for this event is Friday, October 28th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!
Ribbon Cutting - BlueCreek Investment Partners
Nov. 3, 2011, 04:30pm at
BlueCreek Investment Partners,
4000 West 114th St., Suite 190, Leawood, 66211
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Come join us in celebrating BlueCreek Investment Partners as they have just finished their new office space and want to unveil with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
We will be celebrating their new offices in Leawood. The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 4:30 PM. Don't miss this exciting event!!
To learn more about BlueCreek Investment Partners, visit their web site at www.bluecreekip.com
General Membership Luncheon & Debut
Nov. 8, 2011, 11:15am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park, Inc.,
Salon A (West Side), 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221 — Register Online
Cost: $25 members, $35 non members (paid in advance).
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
Register by clicking on the link below:
Our speaker will be Ken Henton, AIA, LEED AP of Hoefer Wysocki Architects. Ken will be discussing plans for the new Justice Center which is going through the planning process and subject to some modifications until it is approved by the Leawood City Council. Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members come and enjoy some of the area's best networking while enjoying news about our new Justice Center and a great meal.
In addition, our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Attendees will receive a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.
Chamber Members: As an added benefit, members will receive via email a spreadsheet with contact information of all the other member attendees at the event. This is another way we're working to make sure the Leawood Chamber is a great networking resource for Chamber members.
Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!
If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
Don't miss this informative program and the chance to make new business connections! The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, November 3rd, by 5:00 pm!
Leawood Community Events
Four One-Act Plays
Oct. 28, 2011, 8:00pm at
Oak Room, City Hall,
4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Weblink: http://www.leawoodstageco.org
Dramatic readings of four one-act plays by Morgan Allen, Cathrine Filloux, David Hanson, & Rich Pauli. Special Q&A with playwrights will follow each performance.
Johnson County Arts Crawl
Oct. 28, 2011, 5:00pm at
Leawood FineArt,
11843 Roe Ave, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Michael Dean – info@leawoodfineart.com 913 338-4999
Cost: free
Join us for an evening of Art, Music, and Refreshments. Leawood Fine Art, The Rice Gallery of Art, Eva Reynolds Fine Art Gallery, Art at the Center Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
New Red Onion Jazz Babies Concert
Nov. 6, 2011, 6:00pm at
Lodge at Ironwoods Park,
14701 Mission Road, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org
Leawood Arts Council presents a free jazz concert with New Red Onion Jazz Babies.
Holiday Ladies Night Out
Nov. 8, 2011, 6:00pm at
ARTichokes,
10557 Mission Road, Leawood, 66206
Contact: Laurie – laurie@artichokeskc.com 913-322-9481
Cost: $5 at the door Weblink: http://www.artichokeskc.com
It's our annual Holiday Ladies Night Out! Doors will open at 6pm. $5 admission at the door. Holiday treats, sparkling drinks and creative gifts from over 30 local artists! Join us for the fun!
Holiday Boutique and Marillac's Enchanted Forest
Nov. 10, 2011, 9:00am at
Overland Park Convention Center,
6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Sally Borel – sally.borel@marillac.org 816-508-3308
Cost: Holiday Boutique $10.00, Enchanted Forest FREE Weblink: http://www.marillac.org/Enchanted-Forest
More than 150 companies will offer the latest in holiday fashion, jewelry, accessories, décor, food beverages, seasonal services and entertainment. This event is in conjunction with Marillac’s Enchanted Forest where beautifully decorated trees and wreaths will be on display and auctioned off in a silent auction with all proceeds going to directly support Marillac’s compassionate mental health care programs for children.
Kansas City Symphony Petting Zoo
Nov. 10, 2011, 5:30pm at
KU Edwards Campus,
12600 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Christine Hartigan – chartiga@ku.edu 913-897-8400
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.edwardscampus.ku.edu/events
Stop by anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. as children will be allowed to feel and play instruments from all families (strings, winds, brass and percussion). Due to construction on the Edwards Campus, please enter campus from 125th Street and park in one of the North parking lots. Enter the Regents Center building and from there you will be directed to the event, which takes place in Regnier Hall.
News & Announcements
Featured Chamber Benefit of the Month - Use of Chamber Logo!
The Chamber wants to ensure that our member businesses make the most of their Chamber membership investment. In order for that happen, it is our job to inform members about all the things the Chamber can assist with in promoting and marketing your business.
Hence, the Chamber will be highlighting one member benefit each month. One of the most popular sayings around the Chamber is, "You will get out of it, as much as you put into it." This proves to be the case time and time again. Read on to find out more about this month's highlighted benefit and make sure you are taking advantage of it!
Did you know that according to the recent 2011 Annual Leawood Chamber Member Survey, approximately 75% of Chamber members currently do business with other Chamber members?
Did you know that according to a Shapiro Study, a person is 63% more likely to do business with a company when they know they are a Chamber member?
When potential customers are deciding on which products and/or services to use, it is not uncommon for them to check out the company's website and reviews.
Wouldn't it add to your company's credibility to have the "Proud to be a Member of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce" logo on the homepage of your website? It not only adds to the credibility of your company, but it also shows that your company cares about the community and business climate in which it does business.
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Pathologist Joins St. Joseph Medical Center
Ambreen Nasir Khan, MD, recently joined the medical staff of St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Khan is board-certified in anatomic and clinical pathology and cytopathology. She has a special interest in the molecular genetics of tumors and soft tissue and GI pathology.
Dr. Khan earned her medical degree at Fatima Jinnah College for Women in Pakistan and her undergraduate degree at St. Joseph’s College for Women in Pakistan. She completed her residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Baystate Medical Center in Massachusetts and her fellowships in surgical pathology and cytopathology at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut.
Dr. Khan is practicing with Physicians Reference Laboratory, LLC, in Overland Park, Kan.
Team Building Events at ARTichokes
At ARTichokes, you can have a customized team building activity led by professional artists! Group Paintings, a Private Art Class, Paint Wars, and more... Food and drink are optional, but often part of the event. Unleash your creativity in an inspiring gallery!
B2B Cookie Winner
Our B2B cookie winner for October is Iluvya Barriere with the Jewish Community Center! By attending a Leawood Chamber event and submitting his business card, Iluvya was automatically entered into a drawing for a dozen Blue Chip Cookies, compliments of Blue Chip Cookies in Town Center Plaza.
Congratulations, Iluvya!
Pictured L to R: Bill Kanaga (CoreFirst Bank & Trust), Jim Cogswell (Leawood Police Department), Iluvya Barriere (Jewish Community Center), Cary Minkoff (Panera Bread), Shawn Kincade (Aspire Business Development Inc.), Dan Sallee (Migraine Relief Chiropractic Center)
Member Profile
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