Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — December 10, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

2010 Annual Meeting - "The Spirit of Entrepreneurship"

Dec. 14, 2010, 11:30 at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 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 2010 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 Chamber to connect with 300 area business and community leaders. Our scheduled guest speaker is entrepreneur Gene Bicknell.

Gene Bicknell is the founder of 5 companies: NPC International Inc., the world’s largest Pizza Hut Franchisee with 1,100 stores and 35,000 employees nationwide; Pitt Plastics, Inc., manufacturer of polyethylene can liners and other types of packaging and storage bags; National Mills, Inc., manufacturer of t-shirts and provider of other screen printing services; Zouire, national promotional apparel and supplies company; and M.S. Productions, Inc., an oil development and reserve operation. Gene also founded the O. Gene Bicknell Center for Entrepreneurship in the Pittsburg State University College of Business.

Gene Bicknell's Bio

We will also recognize our 2010 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 Wednesday, December 8th by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after December 8th.

Event Host Sponsors:
CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. - Commerce Bank, N.A.
CrossFirst Bank Leawood - Mariner Weallth Advisors
Menorah Medical Center - St. Joseph Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center - Town Center Plaza

Event Patron Sponsors:
Bank of Blue Valley - Country Club Bank, N.A.
DEMDACO, Inc. - Discover Vision Centers
Kansas City Power & Light - M&I Bank
Sullivan's Steakhouse

Event Associates:
American Companion Care - Capitol Federal Savings Bank
Clawson Benefit Concepts - CoreFirst Bank & Trust
Equity Bank - Saint Luke's South
Sun Publications - UMB Bank

Mayor's State of the City Address

Jan. 13, 2011, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $32 for members, $42 for non-members. Prepayment is required.

By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

Register by clicking on the link below:

Don't miss the chance to hear Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn address accomplishments, issues and concerns facing our Leawood community. Join your neighbors and members of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce as we present the 10th Annual Mayor's State of the City Address and Luncheon.

Seating is limited, so make your reservation today. Individual admissions are $32 for Chamber members and $42 for non-members.

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Stephanie Scholfield at stephanies@leawoodchamber.org for additional information.

Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!

By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, January 10th by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

— Register Online

Ribbon Cutting - Laser Sharp Fitness

Jan. 5, 2011, 4:00 at Laser Sharp Fitness, 13420 Briar, Ste. A, Leawood, 66209
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Laser Sharp Fitness to the Leawood business community with a ribbon cutting ceremony. We will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new location, so make sure you don't miss this exciting event!

To learn more about Laser Sharp Fitness, visit their web site at www.lasersharpfitness.com

Leawood Community Events

SAFEHOME Holiday Store

Dec. 10, 2010, 8:00am at Call SAFEHOME For Donation Drop-off Information, Overland Park,
Contact: Michele Pfeiffer – mpfeiffer@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1512
Cost: Donation of a new holiday gift Weblink: http://www.safehome-ks.org/siteresources/data/files/holiday%20store%20brochure%2010_web.pdf

Each year SAFEHOME provides a Holiday Store for its clients. SAFEHOME collects new holiday gift items from generous individuals and businesses from the local area.

Clients of SAFEHOME are able to shop for free 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 2009, gifts provided by the community through the Holiday Store benefited over 570 women and children.

If you are interested in donating or are planning a group collection for SAFEHOME's Holiday Store, please contact Michele at 913-378-1512 or mpfeiffer@safehome-ks.org.

Equity Bank Holiday Open House

Dec. 10, 2010, 9:00am at Equity Bank, 4551 W 107th St. (435 & Roe), Overland Park, 66207
Contact: Michelle Pfister – mpfister@equitybank.com 913-339-8946
Cost: FREE!!! Weblink: http://www.equitybank.com

Equity Bank invites you to stop in for some holiday cheer, meet their staff, and enjoy delicious refreshments.

Living Arrangements by Outside Interiors

Dec. 11, 2010, 11:00am at Eva Reynolds Fine Art Gallery, 4851 W. 134th Street, (134th Street & Roe), Leawood,
Contact: Sara Antin – 913-269-8956
Cost: Free Weblink: http://evareynoldsfinearts.com

Eva Reynolds Fine Art Gallery invites you to come and share these artistic living works with them!

Holiday Open House

Dec. 11, 2010, 9:00am at Arvest Bank, Mission Farms, 10685 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66206
Contact: Lori Smith – lorsmith@arvest.com 913-953-4070
Weblink: http://www.arvest.com

You're Invited to a Holiday Open House ~

Stop by for Free Holiday Photos, Tasty Treats & Apple Cider.

Cookies with Santa

Dec. 11, 2010, 10:00am at Red Bridge Family YMCA, 11300 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, 64131
Contact: Jason E. Camis – jasoncamis@kansascityymca.org 816-942-2020
Cost: Call 816-942-2020 for event cost and details. Weblink: http://www.kansascityymca.org/component/jcalpro/view/3187014/809.html

Santa will be visiting the Red Bridge Family YMCA on Saturday, December 11th from 10 am - 12 pm.

All children will have their picture taken with Santa, write him a letter with their wishes, decorate cookies to take home, make an ornament for the tree, and more! All pictures will be sent electronically to each family, so you can make as many or as few as you want. Goodies for adults too! 

Call for additional details and event cost.

Jingle Bell Splash

Dec. 11, 2010, 1:00pm at BV Recreation Activity Center, 6545 W. 151st St., Overland Park, 66223
Cost: Call 913-685-6000 or visit the web site for event cost and details. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Kids will enjoy pool games, festive goodie bags, and a visit from Santa! Children under the age of 5 must be within arm's reach of a swimming adult.

Self-Defense Training

Dec. 11, 2010, 10:00am at Oxford Middle School, 12500 Oxford, Overland Park,
Cost: FREE Pre-registration required. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

This training, for females ages 12 and up, is a living legacy in honor of 19-year-old Ali Kemp who was murdered in 2002 at an area pool. Helps raise awareness and gives women self-protection skills. Pre-registration required.

News & Announcements

2011 Chamber Board Officers Announced

Congratulations to the following individuals who will be serving as 2011 Leawood Chamber Board of Directors officers:

Doug Spear, Chair, Shawnee Mission Medical Center

Bill Herdegen, Chair Elect, Kansas City Power & Light

Marnie Clawson, Vice Chair, Clawson Benefit Concepts

Len Corsi, Secretary, Town Center Plaza        

Nancy McAuley, Treasurer, McAuley & Crandall, PA

Connie Aversman, with Commerce Bank, will continue to serve on the executive committee as the immediate past Board Chair.

Thanks to each of these members for their dedicated service to the Chamber.

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Doug Spear                       Bill Herdegen
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Grand Opening of Elite Squad Tennis Club!

On November 4th, members of the Overland Park, Olathe, and Leawood Chambers of Commerce gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Elite Squad Tennis Club with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Elite Squad Tennis Club is a state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor tennis facility. Memberships, court time and training is available for all ages and skill levels. 

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DanceWorks Conservatory

On August 23, 2010, DanceWorks Conservatory at 13149 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO, celebrated its grand re-opening which introduced, along with the same outstanding professional instructors, updated renovations and new owners!

The studio, which is celebrating its 20th school year, offers an extensive array of dance, theatre, and fitness instruction for students of all ages including Creative Movement (Preschool), Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, Drama, Aerial Silks, and Pilates. Known for their outstanding classical ballet program, and for providing highly professional teachers, DanceWorks Conservatory has created quite a buzz within the dance community for the past 20 years.

The new owners Joseph Hamrick and Nicole Merrill are honored to carry on the tradition that was set in place all those years ago all while adding their own twist to the studio - taking it into where the future of dance lies. Joe and Nicole have been submerged in the dance industry for over 15 years. They both attended Oklahoma City University’s nationally recognized dance program, and then went on to pursue professional careers in dance. During that quest, they worked, trained, and taught dance in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York. They were involved in every aspect of the dance industry from companies, to musicals, to national tours, to music videos, commercials, TV shows, trade shows, and of course teaching. Because of their wide range of experien ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Bott Radio Network Seeking Account Executive

Bott Radio Network is seeking a qualified Account Executive for the Kansas City area. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years prior experience in business-to-business outside sales, an excellent command of the English language, and a proven sales record. The successful candidate must also possess the ability to perform accurate math computations and have above average computer skills. Radio experience is preferred. If your abilities meet our criteria, please send your résumé and cover letter to: Steve South, Bott Radio Network, 10550 Barkley, Suite 100, Overland Park, KS 66212, fax to 913-642-0512, or email ssouth@bottradionetwork.com. Bott Radio Network is an equal opportunity employer. The successful Account Executive will be proficient at prospecting, qualifying and closing new accounts while servicing existing accounts, including: effective scheduling, copy writing and regular follow ups.

Click here to view detailed job description.

Jewish Community Center January 9, 2011 Open House

Save the Date!

Jewish Community Center 2011 Open House
January 9, 2011
12:00 - 3:00 PM

5801 W. 115th Street
Overland Park, KS 66211

FREE Group Exercise programs including Jazzercise, Zumba® and more! FREE Youth Fitness Zone Activities! FREE Family Boot Camp! Enter to Win A FREE LCD TV!

Santa Hot Line

Boys and Girls of all ages may call 913-338-8500 to hear a message from Santa. They may leave their holiday wishes on the Santa hotline anytime day or night up until Christmas Day. A free fun service brought to you by Information Communications Group.

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