Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — November 3, 2006
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
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.
— Register OnlineMorning Mingling
Nov. 7, 2006, 8:00am at
Sunrise Assisted Living,
11661 Granada, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Chamber office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members.
This is a great chance to learn more about Sunrise Assisted Living, get some breakfast and network before you head to the polls to cast your vote. Leawood Chamber members and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us at Sunrise's new facility. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes including a gift basket provided by our host.
We will have a networking bonus because members of the Northeast Johnson County Chamber are participating in this event with us. We will be building business connections with each other to develop new relations between our communities. The reservation deadline for this event is November 3rd.
Plaza III Steakhouse Ribbon Cutting
Nov. 7, 2006, 4:30pm at
Plaza III Steakhouse,
5020 W. 137th St., Leawood, 66224
Come join us as we welcome the Plaza III Steakhouse as a new member of the Chamber and help kick off their Grand Opening Celebration.
Irish Crystal Company Ribbon Cutting
Nov. 9, 2006, 5:30pm at
Irish Crystal Company,
7108 W. 135th St., Overland Park, 66223
Come join us as we welcome the Irish Crystal Company as a new member of the Chamber and help kick off their Grand Opening Celebration. Come see their new location in the Deer Creek Woods shopping center.
Chamber Education Program
Nov. 9, 2006, 8:00am at
Chamber Conference Room,
11300 Tomahawk Creek Pkwy #240, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members.
"Unlocking the Secrets of Success" - Laura Ward, with Dovetail Business Advisors, will walk through several areas that will increase the potential for success. Topics include factors of success, attitude development, interpersonal development, IDEAL Leader, and goal setting.
Presentation is from 8 - 9:30 a.m. with registration, coffee and pastries and general networking beginning at 7:45 a.m. Limited to the first 16 registrants. The reservation deadline for this event is November 2nd.
Leawood Community Events
"The Process of Raising Capital"
Nov. 3, 2006, 11:00am at
ECJC Conference Center,
8527 Bluejacket St., Lenxea, 66214
Contact: Rick Vaughn – rvaughn@ecjc.com 913-438-2282 x105
Cost: $50 (includes boxed lunch)
This workshop helps entrepreneurs understand the process of raising capital. Topics covered include traits necessary for raising capital, angel investors (who are they and what do they look for in an investment), federal and state securities laws, Regulation D, private placement memorandums, and subscription documents.
Additionally, the workshop covers potential deal-breaker issues and post-closing considerations.
Ladies Night at Bank of Blue Valley
Nov. 9, 2006, 5:30pm at
Bank of Blue Valley,
13401 Mission Road, Leawood, 66209
Contact: JonAnn or Kaomi – 913-234-3000
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bankbv.com
Do you find yourself dreading the holidays because you just can't decide what kind of gift to give your loved ones? Bank of Blue Valley has the perfect event for you!
Stop by their Ladies Night event for great holiday shopping and excellent gift ideas. Over 30 vendors will be there offering a variety of items and information.
Refreshments and Hors d’oeuvres will be provided along with tons of Door Prizes! All ladies are invited so bring your mom, your sister, and your girlfriends to have a girl's night out!
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.
News & Announcements
Leawood Chamber Members Receiving Record Internet Publicity!
A FREE service included in all Leawood Chamber memberships is our online Community Shopping Guide & Chamber Directory.
Here are the results for the past 12 months.
>>Member Website Click Thru’s – 4,754 - UP 110% !
>>Total Online Public Lookups of Member Information - 14,240 - UP 65% !
>>Categorical Searches – 6,359 – UP 63% !
Each day, an average of 50 visitors go to www.leawoodchamber.org to stay up to date on the latest in the community.
Chamber President Kevin Jeffries states 'This is an often-overlooked benefit of Chamber membership that is a huge value-added service for our members. We want our members to know that there are a substantial number of potential customers using the Internet and using your listing on the web site to help them make their purchase decisions. The networking value of their Leawood Chamber membership goes far beyond just attending face-to-face networking events.'
B2B Cookie Winner
Tracy Roberts from Overland Park Convention Center attended the Chamber's October 3rd Morning Mingling Meeting and by submitting her business card was automatically entered into a drawing for a dozen Blue Chip Cookies, compliments of Blue Chip Cookies in Town Center Plaza.
Pictured (from Overland Park Convention Center unless otherwise noted) are: David Cox (Bank of Blue Valley), Jim Rochel (UBS), Bill Kanaga (UBS), Tara Houx, Brandi Towns, Tracy Roberts, Beverly Goldstein (Fastsigns), Jim Cogswell (Leawood Police), Brad Elpers (Big Guy Little Guy Promotions), Amy Worden, Tracie Breneman
The Leawood Chamber Welcomes its Newest Members
Blue Valley Ford
7131 W. 135th Street
Overland Park, KS 66223
Ph: (816) 323-1600 Fax: (816) 323-1780
drittman@bluevalleyford.com
http://www.bluevalleyford.com/
Automobile Dealers / Automobile Repairs & Service
Blue Valley Ford, President's Award winner for customer satisfaction, has extensive inventory of new Ford/Saleen, and previously-owned vehicles. State-of-the-art collision/repair centers, servicing all makes and models. At 135th & Metcalf.
Clem Cards
PO Box 3047
Independence, MO 64055
Ph: (816) 786-6941
mderossett@kc.rr.com
http://www.clemcards.com/
Advertising
Advertising on flat screen HD plasma TV advertising with 2 sided business cards underneath in kiosks.
Referred to the Chamber by: Larry Kime
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Job Postings
Highpointe Financial Group
Financial Advisors wanted: Full Time
Financial Advisor positions are now available for customer-service oriented professionals seeking advising opportunities with more potential.
Highpointe Financial Group specializes in financial planning for small businesses and personal planning in the investment and insurance industries. If you would like to know more about this position, please contact Tanner Rapelye at (913) 234-0302 or visit their website.
http://www.highpointefinancialgroup.com/new/highpointefinancial/.
Member Profile
Gyllenborg & Dunn, P.A. has been representing individuals and corporations in criminal litigation since 1988. President Scott C. Gyllenborg is a fellow Chamber Member so if you or someone you know is in need of experienced representation, he is someone you know you can contact.
Gyllenborg & Dunn, P.A., is comprised of two former Johnson County assistant district attorneys and one former Johnson County district defender. They provide confidential, accurate legal advice on the most sensitive matters for you, members of your family, or your corporation. The firm will provide criminal defense legal services for those charged with felonies, misdemeanors, or traffic offenses. They have represented persons investigated for or charged with crimes in the federal, state or municipal courts of the greater Kansas City area.
What makes Gyllenborg & Dunn, P.A. different from other firms? They have been given the highest rating from their peers for professional skill and integrity and they will provide you with service you expect from a law firm. All of the lawyers have many years of experienc ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for complete profile)
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