Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — November 18, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

Sponsored by Shawnee Mission Medical Center at http://www.shawneemission.org/
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Leawood Chamber Events

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking

Nov. 30, 2011, 05:00pm at Valley View Bank, 11813 Roe Ave., Leawood, Health & Safety 66211
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

Join us for some great networking at this month's Leawood Young Professionals After Hours event!

If you are between the ages of 21 - 39 years old and wish to build your professional network and give back to the community, Leawood Young Professionals is the group for you!

Leawood Chamber members and guests are welcome! There is no cost to attend!

Use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.



Register today!! Registration deadline is Monday, November 28th by 5:00 pm!

Member Briefing

Dec. 2, 2011, 08:30am at Country Club Bank - South Leawood, 2nd floor conference room, 13451 Briar, Leawood, Economic Development 66209 — Register Online
Cost: Free for Chamber members

Members use the link below to register:

If you are a new representative for an existing Chamber Member or are a representative for a brand new Member, we welcome you to join us for our informative Member Briefing.

This is your chance to meet the staff, representatives from the Board, representatives from the Ambassador Committee and fellow Chamber members. Learn the history of the Chamber and ways to maximize the value of your membership. Enjoy continental breakfast, coffee and conversation!

Please bring your business cards and be prepared to introduce yourself!

Members use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

Morning Mingling

Dec. 6, 2011, 08:00am at Amore Chocolate Pizza Company, 4821 W. 117th Street, Leawood, Chamber Staff 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

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.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, December 2nd, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

KU Edwards Campus Professional Edge Series

Dec. 7, 2011, 08:00am at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Auditorium, 12610 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Cost: FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP online or by calling (913) 897-8413.

Speaker: Kerry Benson, lecturer, School of Journalism - Social Media: Communicate Like a Human - not a Robot

Individuals who use dated marketing/sales speak and hyperbole when navigating the social media landscape will cause their efforts to fall flat. Kerry Benson will offer ideas for creating effective social media content that keeps communication "social" and engaging.

*Pastries and coffee provided at 7:30 a.m.

Please visit the Web site to register online or contact Ed Foley at (913) 897-8413.

Presenting Sponsor: Burns & McDonnell

Leawood Community Events

Marillac's Enchanted Evening

Nov. 18, 2011, 6:00pm at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Sally Borel – sally.borel@marillac.org 816-508-3308
Cost: $125 per person Weblink: http://www.enchantedeveningkc.com/

Social hour, slient auction, live auction, dinner and program

Holiday Bazaar 2011 with Lamar Court

Nov. 18, 2011, 1:00pm at Lamar Court Assisted Living, 11909 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, 66209
Contact: Mary Tamburello – lamaramc@tutera.com 913-906-9696
Weblink: http://www.lamarcourtalf.com/

Join Lamar Court Assisted Living, 11909 Lamar Ave on Friday, November 18 from 1-4:30pm for holiday shopping with various vendors, refreshments and cheer!

Holiday Lighting Ceremony

Nov. 21, 2011, 6:00pm at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/parks/holidaylighting.aspx

Join Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn and members of the community for holiday caroling, refreshments and much more as the City kicks off the 2011 holiday season by illuminating City Hall at the 14th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony.

The Snow Princess at Amore Chocolate Pizza

Nov. 25, 2011, 10:00am at Amore @ Town Center, 4821 W 117th Street, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Annette Cook – alcook76@yahoo.com 785-764-0960
Cost: Free admission

Come to Amore Chocolate Pizza and meet the Snow Princess. Bring your camera for a photo, hear a story at the top of each hour and make your own snowflake to decorate the window. Admission is free. Amore will be serving delicious hot and cold drinks and of course our signature chocolate pizzas.

3 tips to surviving the HOLIDAYS with less stress!

Dec. 1, 2011, 7:00pm at Leawood Town Center Library, 4700 Town Center Dr., Leawood, 66211
Contact: Mona Raglow – mona@mindinmotionkc.com 913-583-0392
Cost: Complimentary community outreach presentation! Weblink: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5abxu4579231c02&llr=iftem6fab

Don't wonder why you're so drained of energy and where the time went at the end of your workday. In this workshop, you'll learn what the mistakes are and leave with a practical way to do something immediately!

Christmas Party at Nevaeh Aveda Concept Salon

Dec. 1, 2011, 6:00pm at Nevaeh Aveda Concept Salon, 5412 W. 151st Street, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Alexis Roades – nevaeh2008@live.com 913-685-0880
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.Nevaeh-Salon.com

December 1st from 6pm to 9pm.

• Scalp and shoulder massages
• Hand treatments
• Holiday gift sets
• 10% off retail
• Complimentary 10 dollar gift certificates with purchase of retail
• Book a color get a complimentary cut on first visit

News & Announcements

Sam Turner's Retirement Reception

You are cordially invited to a retirement reception honoring Samuel H. Turner, Sr., President & CEO, for his 11 years of service and dedication to Shawnee Mission Medical Center. The reception will be Thursday, December 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, 9100 W. 74th Street in Merriam, Kan. It will take place just inside the lobby near the Gift Shop. Free valet parking will be available at the Main Entrance. For questions or more information, please call 913-676-2062.

Friends of Education Award Recipients Honored at November Board Meeting

At the November 14 Board of Education meeting, the Blue Valley School District honored its 2011 Friends of Education award recipients. These awards are presented annually to organizations or individuals who have played an important role in and made significant contributions toward leadership or quality in education. Through their efforts, recipients have impacted the lives of the children in Blue Valley schools in many ways. These Friends of Education understand that student success can only happen with a combined effort from all.

The 2011 Friends of Education award recipients include: Deb Grimes & Ken Selzer, School District Volunteers Greg Musil, Community Leader AMC Entertainment Inc., Public or Private Institution Palazzo 16 Theater, Public or Private Institution Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners, Community/Civic Organization

Thanksgiving at Yia Yia's

Don't stand in line at a buffet- come sit down and be waited on! Enjoy a Thanksgiving meal prepared just for you! Butternut Squash Chowder, Winter Green Salad, Roasted Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, Stuffing, Yams, and a duet of White Pumpkin Cheese Cake and Pecan Bourbon Tartlette for dessert! All for $26.95- sit down and let us take care of you.

Featured Chamber Benefit of the Month - Increase Your Visibility via the Online Member Profile!

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!

One marketing benefit that the Chamber makes available to its members is advertising via the online Member Profile. By filling out a brief online form, members have the chance to have their logo displayed on the homepage of www.leawoodchamber.org for up to three weeks, as well as a lead-in sentence describing their business. Visitors can then click on the [more] icon to read a brief description of the member business.

Wait… it gets better! Not only is the Member Profile displayed on the homepage of the Chamber’s website, it is also featured in the Chamber’s e-newsletter, the Member Memo that goes out on Friday’s to more than 1,500 email addresses. Why is this important? Not only are the 1,500 people receiving the Member Memo going to see your ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Natural Body Spa & Shop Customer Appreciation Days

Join us at Natural Body Leawood, located in the One Nineteen shops, for 15% off hour-or-longer services and 20% off retail (25% if you bring food for Harvesters)! And don't miss our Spa Open House on 11/21 from 4-7pm with Tapas from La Bodega, service and product demonstrations and raffle drawings!

AT&T Launches new 4G/LTE network

This Sunday, Nov. 20, AT&T* will turn on its 4G LTE network in Kansas City, including Leawood, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology.

AT&T 4G LTE provides several benefits, including:

• Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile broadband speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. Customers can stream, download, upload and game faster than ever before.

• Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you’ve sent the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming, two-way video calling and telemedicine.

• More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource, and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than 3G, creating more space to carry data traffic and services and to deliver a better network experience.

• Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets.

“We continue to see demand for mobile broadband skyrocket, and our 4G LTE network in Leawood responds to what customers want from their mobile experience — more, faster, on the best devices,” said Nancy Garvey, vice president and general manager for AT&T’s Greater Midwest Region.

AT&T 4G LTE Devices AT&T offer ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Daily Lunch Special at Trezo Vino

Monday-Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm

Includes your choice of an entree & beverage: Ice Tea, Soda or Coffee.

Online Auction to Benefit Friends of Overland Park Arts

Check out the Online Auction at BiddingforGood.com to support the Friends of Overland Arts and this year's Nutcracker Tea Party! The online auction is open now until November 27th.

If you know someone that is looking to move in the next 6 months, this would be the best bang for their buck! Our Donation & Disclaimer: $250 Certificate for Local, Professional Moving Services. Certificate is valid for hourly or flat rate moves, but does not include packing materials. Full voucher must be used in one scheduled job. Must mention Nutcracker Tea Party Certificate upon booking job. Valid for use until April 30, 2012.

KCWN Expo Benefited SAFEHOME

Kansas City Women’s Network Collects Toothbrushes and Toothpaste for SAFEHOME at First-Ever KCWN Holiday Shopping Expo

The Kansas City Women’s Network hosted its first Holiday Shopping Expo at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Olathe on Thursday, November 3. More than 40 vendors participated in the event which supported SAFEHOME.

KCWN members, vendors and guests brought new toothbrushes and toothpaste for women and children that utilize SAFEHOME’s services. Several hundred toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste were collected.

In addition to the toothbrush and toothpaste collection, a 50/50 raffle and silent auction took place. Half of the money from the raffle was donated to SAFEHOME and the other half was given to the raffle winner. All monies raised by the silent auction were donated to SAFEHOME. Through the raffle and silent auction, more than $1,200 was given to SAFEHOME by the KCWN.

About Kansas City Women’s Network: Formed in 2008 with the goal of providing professional business women with the opportunity to network, connect and form friendships, KCWN’s mission is to inspire and empower our members to achieve business, financial and personal success through support, mentoring and innovative programs.

About SAFEHOME: For 31 years, SAFEHOME has been saving lives. Since its incorporation as a not-for-profit agency in 1980, SAFEHOME has grown from a network of “safe homes” in the c ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Member Profile

Berger Devine Yaeger, Inc.

For over thirty-eight years, we have established lasting relationships with clients in many market sectors, forming the basis for our award winning practice. BDY's specific experience encompasses a core group of project types including government, religious, educational, commercial and corporate, multi-family housing, retail, sports and entertainment. In addition to new construction, BDY provides design services for remodeling, renovation and restoration.

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