Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — February 23, 2007

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

2007 State of the County Address

Mar. 27, 2007, 11:30am at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $28/ person or $275 for a table of 8

The Leawood Chamber of Commerce and the Johnson County Chairman of the Board Annabeth Surbaugh cordially invite you to attend the 2007 State of the County Address. In conjunction with the Johnson County Public Policy Council. This will also be a great opportunity to network with members and other chambers throughout the area.

The cost is $28 / person, or $275 for a table of 8. Advanced reservations and payment are required. Please RSVP and send payment by 5pm on Tuesday, March 20th. We are unable to refund on cancellations received after the registration deadline. Unfortunately we will not be able to accommodate walk ups at this event. The Chamber accepts checks, Visa, Discover, Mastercard and American Express. Make checks payable to the Leawood Chamber of Commerce.

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Chamber Education Program

Feb. 28, 2007, 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.

"Getting 3-5 Referrals from your Clients/Centers of Influence" - Dan Stalp with Brooks Associates will present this highly interactive session, which will allow you to brainstorm and question why your are not asking for referrals. We'll discuss how asking and getting referrals can revolutionize your business. We'll give you tools to "drill down" to what you want and need in terms of referrals.

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. Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members

The reservation deadline for this event is February 26th.

Quarterly Member Orientation

Mar. 2, 2007, 8:00am at Leawood Chamber Office, 11300 Tomahawk Creek Pkwy #240, Leawood, 66211
Cost: Free for Chamber members.

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 Orientation.

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!

2007 Legislative Breakfast Series

Mar. 3, 2007, 7:30am at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park,
Contact: Chamber Staff – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514

The Leawood Chamber of Commerce and the Johnson County Public Policy Council 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. All meetings will take place at the Ritz Charles in Overland Park, 9300 West 137th Street. Casual attire is requested. Breakfast will be served promptly at 7:30 a.m. Speaking: Senator Dennis Wilson; Representatives Pat Colloton, Owen Donohoe, Gene Rardin and Sheryl Spalding

Chamber Member single breakfast $20 Non-member single breakfast $25
Chamber Member series discount package price:
(all 5 breakfasts, savings of $15) $85
The reservation deadline for each breakfast is the Wednesday preceding the date. Reservations must be made in advance. Download Reservation Form:

http://www.leawoodchamber.org/Downloadable%20files/2007_Leg_Breakfast.pdf

The Legislative Breakfast Series is a prepaid event. Dates and Speakers are subject to change.

Leawood Community Events

"The Great Demand!"

Feb. 26, 2007, 11:30am at Axcet HRSolutions, 8345 Lenexa Dr, Suite 100, Lenexa, 66214
Contact: Judy Brewster – jbrewster@wradvisors.com 913-491-9202
Cost: Free

Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. - 2007 Lunch and Learn Series

“The Great Demand” will be presented by Frederick Jiang, CFA, Portfolio Manager. Discussion includes changing global consumption and how the changes in China are creating potential investment opportunities.

I-Safe Class

Feb. 26, 2007, 6:30pm at SouthWoods Christian Church, 16100 Metcalf, Overland Park, 66085
Contact: Jackie Rogers – jrogers@southwoods.org 913-681-5105
Weblink: http://www.southwoods.org/

Leawood Police Officer (School Resource & D.A.R.E. Officer), Mark Chudik and Leawood Middle School Computer Education Teacher, Cecelia Slenker, will host a 2 hour parent internet safety class.  The information is provided by I-Safe, and covers the dangers of online predators, online bullying, online diaries, & possible safety measures.

There will be an identitcal session given on March 6th.

Open to the entire community – friends, neighbors and family members are welcome!

"Winning the Nomination"

Feb. 28, 2007, 7:30pm at KU Edwards Campus, 12600 Quivira Rd., Regnier Hall auditorium, Overland Park, 66213
Cost: FREE. No ticket required. Weblink: http://edwardscampus.ku.edu

The following three experts will discuss the presidential primaries.

David Yepsen, leading authority on the Iowa caucuses, and reporter on state and national politics for the Des Moines Register

Tom Rath, national Republican political strategist

 Jonathan Epstein, national Democratic political strategist will discuss the presidential primaries.

Don't miss this informative event at no charge!

News & Announcements

Leawood Chamber of Commerce Announces Future Office Location

For Immediate Release 

Leawood, KS, February 21, 2007 - The Leawood Chamber of Commerce announced today that they have leased 1,313 square feet of office space in the Town & Country Bank building located at 4707 W 135th Street in Leawood, Kansas. Adam Abrams of RED Brokerage, LLC and Brian Williams of Prudential CRES represented the tenant and Kathy Woodward of DDI Commercial, Inc represented the landlord.

“As the Chamber continues to grow its membership, the staff and facilities needed to effectively provide services have also grown.  This expanded office space will allow us to provide even better service to our members in the City of Leawood and in the neighboring communities.  Being located on a very visible corner at the intersection of Roe and 135th Street in the Town & Country Bank building puts the Chamber in the middle of a very active development corridor.” stated Kevin Jeffries, Leawood Chamber President & CEO.

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Solace House Spring Volunteer Training

This training provides information on how to facilitate a support group at Solace House; a center for grieving children, individuals, & families.

Topics include: the stages of grief, inward reflection on personal grief & loss, and many other tools to assist participants dealing with grief associated with the loss of a loved one. You can make a difference!

Please join us by calling 913.341.0318 x354 or email www.jeanette@solacehouse.org

Chamber Members team up for Fundraiser to Benefit Marillac & KVC

Get Smarter Tutoring  has teamed up with Borders Books to provide a weeklong fundraiser for Marillac & KVC.

Go to Get Smarter's main page, www.getsmarterprep.com, and find the link that says Marillac and KVC promotion with Borders. Click on the PDF file and you will find a coupon. Print it out and write either "Marillac" or "KVC" on the left hand side of the coupon, and you will save  on any of your purchases that week.   10% of your total purchase will be donated to the organization you designate.

This event is to raise awareness for these two charities while also providing a lead up to our literacy program that kicks off March 1st. More details at www.readingforourfuture.com.

http://getsmarterprep.blogspot.com/2007/02/marillac-and-kvc-fundraiser-with.html

Several New Members Joined SAFEHOME’s Board of Directors

For Immediate Release     Contact:  Amy Randolph
        Office – (913) 378-1517
       

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – SAFEHOME announced new board members Shannon K. Barks of Lathrop & Gage, L.C., Michael J. Searcy of Searcy Financial Services, Inc., Cheryl Smith of Kansas City Home Care, Inc., Barbara Patterson, Community Volunteer and Jim Vaughn of Suture Express. 

Elected for their dedication to SAFEHOME, their individual experience, and collective expertise, these new members will serve in an advisory role for the agency, which is Johnson County’s only provider of services for victims of domestic violence. 

For the past 26 years, SAFEHOME has provided services to the Johnson County community and the metro area.  Services include a 40-bed shelter, 24-hour crisis hotlines, job and housing assistance, life skills advocacy, legal services, healthcare advocacy, and a children’s center.

For more information on SAFEHOME please visit our website WWW.SAF ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Member Profile

Prudential CRES of Kansas City

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