Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — December 30, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Leawood Legislative Luncheon

Jan. 5, 2011, 12:00 at Gaslight Grill, 5020 West 137th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: $25 for members, $30 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:

Join us for lunch and conversation with Leawood's State Senators Terrie Huntington and John Vratil and Representative Pat Colloton before they head up to Topeka for the 2011 legislative session.

The Chamber will present Leawood's delegation with our 2011 Legislative Priorities, and then each elected official will give a short presentation on what they feel will be the hot issues in Topeka this session.

Seating is limited. Individual admissions are $25 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members.

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 3rd by 10:00 am. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after 10:00 am on Monday, January 3rd.

— Register Online

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

2011 Legislative Breakfast Series

Jan. 22, 2011, 7:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $20 for members, $95 for discount package (includes all 5 events), and $25 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:

The Leawood Chamber of Commerce and the Johnson County Public Policy Council will sponsor the Legislative Breakfast Series to enhance the communication and exchange of information between the business community and the Johnson County state legislative delegation. Legislators will be on hand to discuss issues and offer the most current legislative updates.

Speaker Schedule to be announced, and is subject to change.

All meetings will be held at the Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, and casual attire is requested. Breakfast will be served promptly at 7:30 a.m.

Breakfast Dates:
Saturday, January 22, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Saturday, February 26, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Saturday, March 12, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Saturday, March 26, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Saturday, April 16, 2011, 7:30 a.m.

Cost:
$20-Single breakfast for Chamber members
$25-Single breakfast for non-members
$95- Chamber member discount package price for all five breakfasts, when paid by noon on Tuesday, January 18.

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.

Paid reservations are required in advance.The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, January 18th by 12:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline

— Register Online

Morning Mingling

Jan. 4, 2011, 8:30 at Leawood Chamber of Commerce office, (Located in the Country Club Bank building, second floor), 13451 Briar Street, Suite 201, Leawood, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

This month's Morning Mingling will be held at the Leawood Chamber's new office in the Country Club Bank building.

Stop by and see YOUR new office! The Chamber’s staff is settled into the new location and look forward to all their members stopping by!

Leawood Chamber members, their 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 31st, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

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 from 2 - 6 pm. The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 4:00 pm. Don't miss this exciting event!!

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

After Hours Networking

Jan. 19, 2011, 5:00 at Trezo Vino Wine Bistro, 11570 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking at this month's After Hours event hosted by Trezo Vino Wine Bistro.

Use the link below to register today!

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

Registration deadline is Monday, January 17th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Ribbon Cutting - Northwestern Mutual / RPS Financial Group

Jan. 20, 2011, 9:00 at Northwestern Mutual / RPS Financial Group, (Park Place), 5251 W. 116th Pl. Ste 300, Leawood, 66211
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Northwestern Mutual / RPS Financial Group to the Leawood business community with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

We will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new location at Park Place. The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 9:00 am. Don't miss this exciting event!!

Leawood Community Events

Ring in the New Year at NoRTH

Dec. 31, 2010, 4:00pm at NoRTH - One Nineteen, 4579 West 119th St, Leawood, 66209
Cost: Call for event cost and reservations.

NoRTH has created a special three-course dinner that is perfect for you and your loved ones to enjoy as you ring in the New Year. The first course is your choice of Italian Winter Soup, Slow Braised Short Ribs, Trio of Crab, Organic Greens with beets and goat cheese, or Artichoke and Fondue. Course two includes a choice of Lentil Ragout, Filet Mignon, Pan Roasted Scallops, Grilled Rack of Lamb or Noana “Two Ways” Chicken. Lastly, the third course is a choice of Butterscotch Pudding, Chocolate Nutella Cake or Vanilla Mascarpone Cheesecake.

This three-course prix fixe menu will be offered at an early evening special price, from 4:00 until 5:30 p.m., and the menu will continue to be available throughout the rest of the evening from 5:30 p.m. until close. Call today to make your reservation for the New Years Eve dinner at 913-232-5191. NoRTH is also open on New Year’s Day from Noon to 9 p.m.

NoRTH is located in the One Nineteen shopping center on the southeast corner of 119th and Roe (4579 West 119th Street, Leawood, Kansas 66209). Reservations are available any time and the outdoor patio is open, weather permitting, for lunch, dinner and special occa ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Small Business Innovative Research Grant Workshop

Jan. 6, 2011, 11:00am at Enterprise Center of Johnson County, 8527 Bluejacket Street, Lenexa, 66214
Contact: Jayne Vehlewald – jvehlewald@ecjc.com 913-438-2282
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: http://www.ecjc.com/sbir010611

The U.S. Government provides over $2 billion annually to hundreds of small, high-tech firms through the SBIR (Small Business Innovative Research) and STTR (Small Business Tech Transfer and Research) programs. These programs are aimed at the development of early-stage, high-risk, high-payoff technologies in areas such as life sciences, information technology, manufacturing, defense, and homeland security. More than 1000 solicitations from various federal agencies are currently open.

In this workshop learn more about these federal grant funding opportunities and how to apply for them. Presented by Don Colbert. Dr Colbert has over 30 years of experience involving research, education, business and management in a variety of industries. He currently is affiliated with KTEC, KBA, and Heartland BioVentures focusing on enhancing all areas of federal funding to support technology-based economic development and innovation commercialization in Kansas.

News & Announcements

Chamber Office Closed for the Holiday

The Chamber office will be closed on December 31, 2010 in observance of the New Year.

In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237.

Happy New Year!!

High Performance Cameras for Ordinary People

The book "High Performance Cameras for Ordinary People" or "I Just Paid $1,000 for this Camera, Now What?" by Leawood Chamber member, Jim Mathis, is now available. 

The book is designed for the person who is ready to take their photograpjhy to the next level with a high performance camera such as a DSLR.

To learn more about this informative book, please visit the web site below.

MENORAH MEDICAL CENTER RECEIVES SILVER SYRINGE CHALLENGE AWARD

It’s that time of year when the flu rises to the top of healthcare concerns.  Two local hospitals, Menorah Medical Center and Lee’s Summit Medical Center, part of HCA Midwest Health System, and their employees are taking impressive proactive roles in reducing the risk of the flu spreading amongst patients and staff by getting immunized.  The hospitals are the recipients of the Silver Syringe Challenge Award from the Mid America Immunization Coalition (MAIC) for their leadership in promoting immunizations amongst their healthcare workers.  The honors were presented at MAIC’s annual awards meeting in early December.
 
All employees of HCA Midwest Health System, along with HCA employees in 163 HCA facilities and 105 freestanding surgery centers in 20 states, were required to get a flu shot and take other approved precautions to help prevent the spread of flu last season. Nearly 100 percent of HCA Midwest Health System and HCA employees were vaccinated.  Employee actions not only help make a safer environment for patients and colleagues alike, they also lowered their own chances of acquiring the flu, meaning they are less likely to take it home to their families.
 
In response to this aggressive company-wide flu immunization policy for the 2009/2010-flu season, Lee’s Summit Medical Center increased its overall flu vaccinations among healthcare workers by 177 percent.  Menorah Medical Center boasts a ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

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