Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — February 9, 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.

— Register Online

General Membership Meeting

Feb. 13, 2007, 11:30am at Leawood South Country Club, 12700 Overbrook Rd, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org (913) 498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: $20 members (paid in advance), $22 non members.

Join us at the Leawood Chamber Membership Luncheon on February 13th, Valentine's Eve, for a chance to walk away with a sweet treat for your Valentine!

Our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Each attendee will receive a business card and a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.

This month, Thomas Thornton, the first president and CEO of the Kansas Bioscience Authority, will present a short program. Thomas joins the KS Bioscience Authority with a strong background in business and economic development. He will talk about his background and provide his thoughts and ideas on how this group will guide the state in its bioscience investments. You won't want to miss this informative presentation!

The reservation deadline for this event is February 7th by 5:00 pm, so click on the link below to register today!

2007 Legislative Breakfast Series

Feb. 17, 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 Karin Brownlee; Representatives Jeff Colyer, Ronnie Metsker, Tim Owens and Stephanie Sharp

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.

After Hours Networking

Feb. 21, 2007, 5:00pm at Town & Country Bank, 4707 W. 135th St., Leawood, 66224
Contact: Chamber office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. There may be a nominal charge for guests to attend.

Come build business connections with Leawood Chamber members and 'future' members in a casual, business-card-friendly social environment at Town & Country Bank. We'll have great door prizes, food & beverages, and of course the area's best networking.

The reservation deadline for this event is February 19th.

Leawood Community Events

Art Show & Reception

Feb. 9, 2007, 5:30pm at M&I Bank, 11301 Nall, Leawood,, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://leawood.org

In the first show of the 12th year of collaboration, the Leawood Arts Council and M&I Bank will feature 4 artists.

Glass blower Tom Bloyd, painter Jeanne Davis, photographer Marearl Denning and watercolorist Susan Minteer will exhibit their works for 2 weeks following the opening on Feb. 9th. Join us for the reception and enjoy entertainment and refeshments.

A Sweetheart of a Deal!

Feb. 10, 2007, 12:00pm at Outback Steakhouse, Johnson Drive & Broadmoor, Mission,
Contact: Jan Abbey – jabbey@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1511
Cost: $25 per person

Outback Steakhouse and Soroptimist International of Kansas City invite you to "A Sweetheart of a Deal," benefiting SAFEHOME.

Join us Saturday, February 10th at 12:00 p.m. at Outback Steakhouse located at Johnson Drive and Broadmoor in Mission, Kansas. It is $25 per person and all proceeds go to SAFEHOME.

The menu includes a Bloomin' Onion, a salad, salmon, steak or chicken and side items plus dessert!

Idiots' Open Golf Tournament

Feb. 10, 2007, 9:00am at Smiley's Golf Course, 10195 Monticello Ter., Lenexa, 66227
Contact: Vicki Rancilio – vrancilio@kchospice.org 816-363-2600
Cost: Registration fees are $75 a player, $300 for a team of four, $400 for hole sponsorship, and $600 for hole sponsorship plus a team. Registration fees include nine holes of golf with the option to finish the other nine holes after the tournament, brightly colored golf balls, hot lunch and coffee.

This winter tournament exemplifies the hospice spirit of making the most of every day. The event goes on no matter what the weather brings!

Funds raised from the tournament, silent, and live auctions will help provide comfort and care to Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care patients and families.

Tournament is a four-person scramble format. The event is sponsored by Medical One.

News & Announcements

The Leawood Chamber Welcomes its Newest Members

CTX Mortgage Company
7015 College Blvd #550
Overland Park, KS  66221
Ph: (913) 327-7550 Fax: (913) 327-7577
greg.redmond@ctxmort.com  
www.ctxmort.com
Business Category: Mortgage Loans & Bankers
CTX is a mortgage banker with local offices in Overland Park and Raymore.  The company is a division of Centex Homes, a Fortune 200 Company based in Dallas.

Draw the Line Advertising
10955 Lowell Ste. 400
Overland Park, KS  66210-2337
Ph: (913) 451-6116 Fax: (913) 469-5627
kswope@drawtheline.com  
http://www.drawtheline.com/
Business Category: Advertising Agencies
Draw the Line Advertising and Design will help you  promote your business. From marketing plans through execution of print, broadcast and internet  media, we create communications with definition and impact!

Job Posting

Ko's Black Belt Academy is hiring for a part-time job doing basic office  tasks and design work.  Candidates must be able to use computer and can pay attention to detail.  Contact us at 913-681-2010. 

Bronson Ko
2321 W. 143rd Street
Leawood, KS 66224

Shawnee Mission Medical Center Designated a Bariatric Center of Excellence

MERRIAM, Kan. – Shawnee Mission Medical Center (SMMC) has been named an American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS) Center of Excellence.

The ASBS designation recognizes surgical programs with a demonstrated track record of favorable outcomes in bariatric surgery. According to a study released in July 2005 by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the number of bariatric surgeries performed in the U.S. more than quadrupled between 1998 and 2002 – from 13,386 to 71,733 procedures. Faced with clinical evidence that the most experienced and best-run bariatric surgery programs have by far the lowest rates of complications, the ASBS Centers of Excellence program was created to recognize bariatric surgery centers that perform well and to help surgeons and hospitals continue to improve the quality and safety of care provided.

To earn designation as a Center of Excellence, SMMC’s Bariatric Program underwent a series of site inspections during which all aspects of the program’s surgical processes were closely examined and data on health outcomes was collected. By receiving this designation, SMMC agrees to continue sharing its information about clinic ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Harry & David's Sweet Reward

Harry & David are pleased to be mentioned in the February issue of MONEY Magazine.  In this issue, there is an article titled “How Sweet It Is,” in which 5 different boxes of chocolates were taste tested and Harry & David’s chocolates were named #1!

Harry & David’s chocolate displays the following distinct advantages over the competition;

If you are interested in sampling these chocolates, which beat out Godiva chocolates, stop by the store for their upcoming “Chocolate Dip and Sip” event!  The tasting will take place this Saturday, February 10th, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.  You can taste their delicious Truffles, Chocolates, Cakes and more!  They will also provide demonstrations and recipes which makes this a fun event for friends and families to attend right before Valentine’s Day. 

The Harry & David store is located in the southwest corner of Town Center Plaza.  For more information, you may contact the store at 913-498-0277.

Member Profile

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Electronic Office Systems can supply you with all of your voice solution needs.

Delivery of these solutions is no small task. EOS professionals take the time to understand your communication needs, and the internal factors that drive those needs. We understand business owners’ key decision-making factors: return on investment, ease of use, post-purchase support, technical capabilities, system growth options, feature options, cost and others. Everyone has different priorities, and we sit down with each client to better understand what they expect—not what we want.

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