Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — November 10, 2006

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

"The Spirit of Entrepreneurship" 2006 Annual Meeting

Dec. 12, 2006, 11:30am at Ritz Charles, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514
Cost: $35 for members, $40 for non-members

Event Host Sponsors:

Commerce Bank - M & I Bank - Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Saint Luke's South - CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

Featuring guest speaker Mike Brown, co-founder and CEO of Euronet Worldwide. Euronet's story is one of taking risks and targeting untapped resources to find success.

In 1994, Brown and Dan Henry, a commerical real estate broker, jumped on a plane and headed to Budapest, Hungary to see what kind of business opportunities they could find. They immediately noticed that they did not have some of the convienences we have here at home, such as quick access to cash. Though neither Brown nor Henry had any experience in the electronic transaction industry, they decided to take a chance and build an electronic payments infrastructure in Hungary. They immediately brought the convenience of ATMs to millions who had no access to credit or debit cards.

This journey to Hungary has turned into a billion dollar business venture for Brown and Henry. Euronet Worldwide currently operates the largest independent pan-European ATM network, as well as the largest shared ATM network in India and continues to grow steadily. Mike Brown's story of commitment, risk, and innovation is one we can draw inspiration from and relate to our own business ventures. Euronet Worldwide is a Leawood-based business on the rise, and we are thrilled to have Mike Brown featured as our keynote speaker.

In addition to our speaker, the Leawood Chamber will present awards to outstanding individuals or businesses who have served the community in an extraordinary way. Open to the public, this event provides a way for the Chamber to connect area business and community leaders.

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General Membership Meeting

Nov. 14, 2006, 7:30am at Leawood South Country Club, 12700 Overbrook Rd, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Leawood Chamber – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: $15 members (paid in advance), $17 non members.

Our General Membership breakfast meeting will be eventful this month so you will not want to let this networking experience pass you by! We have some great door prizes, including your chance to win a Ride-Along Richard Petty Driving Experience at the Kansas Speedway!

Our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Each attendee will receive a business card and a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.

This month, Paulette Markel, Director of Workplace Diversity Solutions at Harmony NCCJ, will present a short program on international business etiquette. She will provide do's and don'ts on events that might occur when expanding your business to other cultures. You won't want to miss this informative presentation on how to stay ahead in today's changing business world and international relations.

The reservation deadline for this event is November 8th.

After Hours Networking

Nov. 29, 2006, 5:00pm at The Design Connection, Inc., 14117 Fontana, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Chamber office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — 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, so please contact Linda for more information at 913-498-1514 or email her at lindam@leawoodchamber.org

You won't want to miss this beautifully decorated- for-the-holidays designer's home that has been photographed for Kansas City Homes and Gardens Magazine! Enjoy networking with Leawood Chamber members and 'future' members in a casual, business-card-friendly social environment. We'll have great door prizes, food & beverages, and of course the area's best networking. You'll want to be sure to attend!
The reservation deadline for this event is November 27th.

Quarterly Member Orientation

Dec. 1, 2006, 8:00am at Leawood Chamber of Commerce, 11300 Tomahawk Creek Pkwy Suite 240, Leawood, 66211
Cost: Free for Chamber members.

Once a quarter the Chamber holds an hour long gathering to welcome the newest representatives. This is a chance to meet the staff, representatives from the Board, Ambassador Committee and fellow Chamber members.

Bring your business cards and be prepared to introduce yourself. Learn the history of the Chamber, ways to maximize your membership and enjoy continental breakfast, coffee and conversation!

This event is open to any representative who plans to attend future Chamber events.

Morning Mingling

Dec. 5, 2006, 8:00am at Blue Valley Recreation Commission, 6545 W. 151st St., Overland Park, 66223
Contact: Chamber office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $5 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking and a continental-style breakfast. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.
There is no cost to attend this event.
The reservation deadline for this event is December 1st.

Leawood Community Events

Wine-Tasting Event

Nov. 11, 2006, 4:00pm at Atlanta Bread Company, 8180 W 135th Street, Overland Park, 66223
Contact: Vicki Rancilio – vrancilio@kchospice.org 816.276.2616
Cost: $20 Advance Ticket or $25 at the door

Please join us at Atlanta Bread Company for a wine tasting event to benefit Kansas City Hospice on Saturday, November 11, 2006.

Eight different wine & food pairings will be served. Seatings are at 4 pm & 5 pm and bottles of wine will be available to purchase. Atlanta Bread Company will donate $5 to Kansas City Hospice for each bottle purchased.  Seating is limited so get your tickets early!

Drive-through flu shots offered by Saint Luke's

Nov. 12, 2006, 9:00am at Saint Luke's South, Medical Office Building canopy, 12300 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: NurseLine – 816-932-6220
Cost: The flu shots will cost $30 payable by cash or check. For Kansas Medicare Part B enrollees, Saint Luke’s South will submit a claim on your behalf. Weblink: http://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org

Saint Luke’s South is offering members of the community an opportunity to receive their flu vaccines without leaving their cars.

The pharmacy department will administer drive-through flu shots on Sunday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.  The location is Saint Luke’s South campus, at 123rd and Metcalf, Overland Park, Kan.  The shots will be given in the circle drive under the Medical Office Building awning and will be a rain-or-shine event.

Sunset Drive Building Open House

Nov. 16, 2006, 3:00pm at Sunset Drive Building, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe,

Johnson County Wastewater, cordially invites you to the Sunset Drive Building Open House.

The Sunset Drive Building is the Johnson County Government’s first Gold LEEDTM certified public building.

Please join us in celebrating our new home!
(Light refreshments will be served in the Building Lobby)

Building Occupants:
Appraiser’s Office
Environmental Department
Human Services & Aging
K-State Research & Extension
Med-Act Administration
Johnson County Wastewater
Water Quality Laboratory

Enchanted Evening of Cocktails & Cuisine

Nov. 17, 2006, 6:30pm at Sprint Festival Plaza at Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, 64108
Cost: $100/person; Sponsorships Still Available Weblink: http://www.marillac.org

On the evening of November 17, 2006, Marillac will host An Enchanted Evening of Cocktails and Cuisine to kick off Marillac's Enchanted Forest. This elegant affair will be held in the Sprint Festival Plaza at Kansas City's historic Union Station.  It will feature an evening of gourmet food, cocktails, desserts, and entertainment with a live and silent auction.

Sponsorships are still available!  This is a great way to promote your business, impress your clients, treat your family and do some holiday shopping.

For more information on table sponsorships, individual tickets, donating an auction item, volunteering or general information on the event, contact the Manager of Special Events & Volunteer Services, Rachel Larsen at rlarsen@marillac.org or 816-508-3308.

News & Announcements

Leawood Chamber Membership Renewals for October 2006

Be sure to consider these businesses when you are shopping for goods and services.

You can learn more about these businesses by following 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.

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A.B. May www.abmay.com; Accent Sound www.accentsound.com; Almar Printing, Inc. www.almarprinting.com; APAC - Kansas, Inc.  KC Division www.apac.com;

Bank Midwest www.bankmw.com; Bank Midwest-OP www.bankmw.com; Bank of Blue Valley www.bankbv.com; Bath Junkie www.bathjunkie.com; Boan & Coneally, CPA's, P.A. www.bandccpa.com; ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Free Stroke Screenings

Shawnee Mission Medical Center will offer free stroke screenings to the public on Saturday, November 18.  This will take place at the hospital, 9100 W. 74th Street, in Merriam from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

The screening includes taking blood pressure in both arms, as well as a Doppler ultrasound of the carotid arteries to detect plaque or narrowing which could lead to a possible stroke.

Results of the screening will be discussed with each participant immediately after and recommendations will given for further treatment, if necessary.

For more information or to register for a stroke screening, call the ASK-A-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777.

SAFEHOME's Holiday Store Needs Donations

SAFEHOME is Johnson County’s only provider of services for victims of domestic violence. Services include a 40-bed shelter, 24-hour crisis hotline, job and housing advocacy, court advocacy, transitional living assistance, individual and group therapy, and a children’s center. 

Each year SAFEHOME collects new holiday gift items given by generous individuals and businesses from the local area to provide a Holiday Store for its clients. Clients of SAFEHOME are able to shop for their loved ones in a donated retail storefront located in central Johnson County.

This is a very important program because it allows domestic violence survivors the opportunity to choose gifts for their family members when they might not have the means to do so otherwise. In 2005, 191 women and 415 children were assisted by SAFEHOME’s Holiday Store.

Donations are needed by December 2nd.  To make a donation and receive information about the drop-off location, please call the administrative office at 913-432-9300 and talk to Michele. Log on www.safehome-ks.org to download a Holiday Store Wish List.

Leawood Foundation Brick Campaign

Leawood Foundation invites you to support the Leawood Tomorrow Brick Campaign.

Purchase a Brick inscribed with your company's name or logo, or honor a family member or friend. Your inscribed Brick will be installed on the courtyard in front of Leawood City Hall.   Proceeds from the sale of Bricks will help furnish Oxford School and provide Art for Parkways.

For an order form go to the web link below & clilck on links of interest & select Leawood Foundation; scroll down to find the order form for your brick.

http://www.leawood.org

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