Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — March 27, 2009
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
2009 State of the County Address GOV090331
Mar. 31, 2009, 11:30am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $30/ person or $240 for a table of 8
The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Chairman of the Board of Johnson County Commissioners, Annabeth Surbaugh, cordially invite you to attend the 2009 State of the County Address and Luncheon.
Check-in on March 31st will begin at 11:00 am, the doors will open at 11:15 am followed by lunch at noon and the program will begin at 12:30 pm.
The cost is $30 / person, or $240 for a table of 8. Advanced reservations and payment are required. The reservation deadline for this event is by 5pm on Monday, March 23rd. Refunds will not be made on cancellations received after registration deadline.
Professional Edge Series -Engaging with China PE090401
Apr. 1, 2009, 7:30am at
KU Edwards Campus,
Regnier Hall, 12600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, 66213 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event; however, reservations are required.
Sheree Willis, Executive Director, KU Confucius Institute
Do you see articles on China every day in the press and wonder how you can use this news? Are you looking for ways for your business or organization to participate in the explosive growth of economic, professional, and cultural partnerships between the United States and China?
This talk will address getting prepared to conduct business in China. Learn how an awareness of language and culture can help you develop better business relationships with Chinese counterparts.
Coffee and pastries will be provided at 7:30 a.m. by the Bank of Blue Valley.
The reservation deadline for this event is Friday, March 27th by 5:00 pm. Use the link below and make your reservation today!
Ribbon Cutting - M&I Bank Villaggio RC090402
Apr. 2, 2009, 4:00pm at
M&I Bank - Villaggio,
4501 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Join us in helping M&I Bank celebrate the Grand Opening of their newest banking center! Mayor Dunn and the Leawood Chamber will welcome this Chamber member's new location into the Leawood community with a ribbon cutting.
Don't miss this fun event! Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres from Tannah's Asian Fusion along with beverages.
Ribbon Cutting - Vico's RC090403
Apr. 3, 2009, 4:00pm at
Vico's,
10671 Mission Road, Leawood, 66206
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Come join us in welcoming Vico's as a new member of the Leawood Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their Grand Opening on Friday, April 3rd. Enjoy food and beverages, along with entertainment by Vince Cook.
Vico's is a modern boutique for women that just opened in the Mission Farms Development. Their Grand Opening festivities will begin on Thursday, April 2nd from 4-6 pm at Zest (also located in Mission Farms). Enjoy food provided by Vico's along with fun fashion modeling and a chance to win a $500 gift certificate! The fun continues on Saturday also!!
Ribbon Cutting - SFP RC090407
Apr. 7, 2009, 4:00pm at
SFP,
11550 Ash, Ste. 220, Leawood, 66224
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.
Join us Tuesday, April 7 for an exclusive open-house at SFP's new corporate headquarters. We will help them celebrate with a ribbon cutting ceremony!
There will be plenty of refreshments plus autographs from Peyton Sellers, the SFP-sponsored NASCAR Nationwide Series Driver. Be there to hear SFP announce its commitment to education and the development of tomorrow?s agribusiness leaders. It's an event you won't want to miss!
Please RSVP to Beth Davis at davisb@osborn-barr.com, or 816-410-5167 by Friday, March 27th.
SFP is a team of experts committed to providing cost-effective and environmentally sound solutions to the crop nutrient industry. They are proud to have devoted the past decade to solving agriculture's long-standing fertilizer challenges, so they will also be commemorating this 10-year milestone at the event.
Morning Mingling MM090407
Apr. 7, 2009, 8:00am at
Costco Wholesale,
12221 Blue Valley Pkwy., Overland Park, 66213 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.
There is no "cost" for great networking at April's Morning Mingling!
Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking and a continental-style breakfast. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.
The registration deadline for this event is Friday, April 3rd, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!
Breakfast - Survive & Thrive in These Economic Times GM09414
Apr. 14, 2009, 7:30am at
Hereford House Restaurant,
5001 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: $15 members (paid in advance), $25 non members.
Our guest speaker at this month's membership breakfast meeting is Maria Meyers, the Director for the Innovation Center at the University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC). She assisted in creating the center, which works with students, faculty, and the community to start and grow businesses in the Kansas City region.
In June 2003, Meyers joined UMKC to start up KCSourceLink, which helps connect businesses to a network of over 140 business-building resource providers in the area. KCSourceLink assists aspiring, emerging, and existing small business owners in finding the right resources when needed.
Meyers has experience in business operations, marketing, and strategic planning and she has helped create success for both for-profit and nonprofit companies in various industries.
If you would like to have a great meal and listen to an informative presentation by Maria Meyers, then use the link below an make your reservation today! The reservation deadline for this event is Friday, April 10th by 5:00 pm.
Leawood Community Events
JOHNSON COUNTY CANVAS SPRING ARTS CRAWL
Mar. 27, 2009, 5:00pm at
Leawood Fine Art,
11843 Roe Avenue, NE Corner of 119th St & Roe (Next to Cactus Grill), Leawood, 66223
Contact: Luci Winkley – info@leawoodfineart.com 913-338-4999
Cost: No Charge
Please join us Friday, March 27th from 5-9 PM for a special night of Art, Music, and Refreshments! Leawood Fine Art, one of five galleries in the area, will be hosting an array of featured artists during their Spring Arts Crawl. Stop by their gallery at NE Corner of 119th St & Roe (Next to Cactus Grill). They look forward to seeing you for a great event!
And be sure to continue the ART CRAWL and visit two additional Leawood Chamber galleries that are participating in the crawl:
Eva Reynolds Fine Arts Inc.
4851 W. 134th St.
Leawood, KS 66209
913-681-8002
Park Place Gallery
11560 Ash Street
Leawood, KS 66211
913-469-8001
Tomahawk Trail Clean-Up
Mar. 28, 2009, 1:00pm at
Tomahawk Park,
119th & Mission Road, Leawood,
Contact: Prairie Oak Nature Center – 913-681-0902 x10
Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=397
Tomahawk Trail Clean-Up
Saturday, March 28
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Tomahawk Park
(119th & Mission Road)
Bring your scout troop, club, neighbors or yourself to Tomahawk Park for a fun event with a purpose! We would like to invite everyone out to enjoy the park and pick up litter along the trail, creek and areas from Leawood City Park to I-Lan Park. This feel-good event benefits your community and nature. It’s a great time to make a clean-sweep before everything greens up and litter is more difficult to find.
Trash bags, gloves and snacks will be provided. You must provide supervision for all children attending. This is an excellent opportunity to give back to your community.
Registration is required for this free event by calling the Prairie Oak Nature Center at 913-681-0902 Ext. 10. You will receive a starting time for your group between the hours of 1-3 p.m.. Thank you for your service!
Leawood Stage Company Auditions
Mar. 28, 2009, 1:00pm at
Leawood City Hall (Oak Room),
4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – stageco@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=381
Leawood Stage Company Auditions
Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29
1:00-6:00 p.m. each day
Leawood City Hall
Oak Room
4800 Town Center Drive
Leawood, KS 66211
Calling all actors, singers and dancers ages 7 through adult! The Leawood Stage Company will hold auditions for Lerner and Loewe’s classic musical “BRIGADOON” on Saturday, March 28th and Sunday, March 29th from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Oak Room of the Community Center, on the lower level of Leawood City Hall. Enter the building through the north doors.
“BRIGADOON” will be preformed July 16, 17, 18, 19, & 23, 24, 25, and directed by veteran actor/director Eric Van Horn at the Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park.
Everyone auditioning must be prepared to sing 16 measures from any musical with live accompaniment. There will be an accompanist provided so all those who audition are requested to bring sheet music in your key. Everyone should also be prepared to participate in a short dance/movement audition. Comfortable dress and shoes are suggest ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
SKY BLUE, Family-Friendly Blues-Rock Band
Mar. 28, 2009, 7:30pm at
Black Creek Coffeehouse,
15117 Rosewood Dr, Leawood,
Contact: Jim Mathis – 913 269-6709
Weblink: http://www.skyblueband.net/
Be sure to check out Sky Blue, a family-friendly blues-rock band, at Black Creek Coffeehouse!
When Jim Mathis isn't busy with his photography business, Mathis Photography, he is entertaining the crowd with the rest of the Sky Blue band!
Parent Internet Safety Presentation Scheduled
Mar. 30, 2009, 7:00pm at
Mission Trail Elementary School,
13200 Mission Rd,
Contact: Officer Chudik – markc@leawood.org 239-5328
Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=385
Parent Internet Safety Presentation Scheduled
Leawood Police Officer/School Resource Officer, Mark Chudik, and Leawood Middle School Computer Ed Teacher, Cecilia Slenker, will be hosting a presentation for parents covering internet safety.
It will be held March 30th, 7-9 p.m. at Mission Trail Elementary School (13200 Mission Rd). Please contact Officer Chudik if you plan to attend at markc@leawood.org or 913-239-5328
Anti-Aging Lunch and Learn
Apr. 1, 2009, 12:00pm at
Soho 119 The Restaurant,
4419 W 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Soho 119 Vinotherapy Medspa – lmadsen@soho-119.com 913-498-1284
Cost: Visit Web Link or call 913-498-1284 for event cost and registration. Weblink: http://www.soho-119.com/
Grab a girlfriend and join Soho 119 Vinotherapy Medspa for Lunch and the latest trends in beauty and anti-aging!
Guest Speaker: Janet Petit with Bioform Medical, the makers of Radiesse. All attendees will qualify for special savings and promotions! Space is limited so call today and reserve your seat!
Twitter Bootcamp Workshop
Apr. 2, 2009, 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 link for event cost. Weblink: http://www.ecjc.com/s/656/index.aspx?sid=656&gid=1&pgid=475&cid=999&ecid=999&crid=0&calpgid=265&calcid=947
Twitter has become the latest must-use tool in online communication. While Twitter serves well as a vibrant social network, it has also proven to be an essential business tool for managing a brand and earning customers.
This workshop is designed to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about getting started with Twitter and how you can effectively utilize it in your business. You'll learn about companies, like Dell, who have generated millions of dollars in revenue just by 'tweeting'. You'll learn about the tools you need to manage your Twitter identity and build your online reputation. You will also learn about the best (and the worst) ways to seek out new customers to help drive traffic and sales.
Achieving Compliance Workshop
Apr. 3, 2009, 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 link for event cost. Weblink: http://www.ecjc.com/s/656/index.aspx?sid=656&gid=1&pgid=486&cid=1051&ecid=1051&crid=0&calpgid=265&calcid=947
This workshop is designed to help your business navigate the volatile world of compliance. As a business owner you are faced with an endless list of responsibilities, one of which is adhering to changing local, state and federal regulations.
Multiple changes, affecting your business were passed on February 10, 2009, with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This act requires employers to provide a premium subsidy for COBRA to qualified employees, update withholding tax tables and various other changes.
Don't let your business be put at risk by not keeping up on compliance. This session will provide you with an understanding of the recent regulation changes and offer solutions to take action before deadlines pass and the fines are assessed. The solutions will allow you to stay focused on your competitive advantage and have the peace of mind you are in compliance.
This workshop will be presented by the Astra Group, a Johnson County human resource firm specializing in outsourced business solutions.
News & Announcements
SFP Moving to Park Place Development in Leawood
SFP Moving to Park Place Development in Leawood
Move toward KC metro to accommodate market needs and corporate growth
Specialty Fertilizer Products (SFP) will soon join Leawood’s newest mixed-use development, Park Place. Currently headquartered in Belton, Mo., SFP will be the third tenant in Suite 220 of the Aubrey Building located at Nall Avenue and 116th Street, just north of Town Center Plaza. The company plans to move to the 12,199-square-foot office space in December.
“As a fast growing agricultural research, development, and manufacturing company, the larger facility will allow us to continue to expand and explore additional technologies while better serving a growing customer base,” says Jake Sanders, vice president of market development, SFP. “This move signifies our dedication to providing growers with advanced solutions to help increase crop yield and return on investment.”
SFP has spent a decade solving some of agriculture’s long-standing challenges with fertilizer efficiencies. Its two products – AVAIL®, a phosphorus fertilizer enhancer, and NutriSphere-N®, a nitrogen fertilizer manager help today’s growers maximize the fertilizer they apply.
“This is an exciting time for SFP,” says Dr. Larry Sanders, president and CEO of SFP. “The evolution of ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
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Leawood Bank of the West introduces new Branch Manager
The Leawood Bank of the West is pleased to announce a new addition to their banking team. Jessica Deering joined the bank this February as their Branch Manager.
Jessica is looking forward to getting involved in the Chamber and invites you to visit her at their branch located in the HyVee on State Line.
Do your grocery shopping then check out this full service bank! If you are looking for a Business Checking, Savings, Money Market, CD, Loan or Line of Credit, the Bank of the West is a one stop shop for you and your business!
March 2009 Member Orientation Class Photo
On March 6th, Chamber staff, representatives from the Board, representatives from the Ambassador Committee, and fellow Chamber members gathered for an informative Member Orientation. It was a great opportunity for our new representatives to learn more about the Chamber and ways to maximize the value of Chamber membership. Nelson Family Dentistry sponsored the morning's event. Breakfast, coffee and conversation were enjoyed by all!
Front row, L to R: Kelly Dalrymple (Angel Berry Realtors Inc.); Joe Fitzgerald (Massage Envy Leawood); Ruth Gold (Comfort Plus Shoes); Luis Altoro (Comfort Plus Shoes); Dr. Christina Stewart (Adjust Your Health Chiropractic And Acupuncture, LLC); Chris Collins (Capitol Federal Savings Bank); Beth Buckman (Corporate Express/Staples); and Annette Spreer-Raschke (Queue Marketing Communications)
Back row, L to R: Ken Perdue (Corporate Express/Staples); Dimitri Siscos (Angel Berry Realtors Inc.); Shannon Marcano (White Goss Bowers March Schulte & Weisenfels); Chad Fitzgerald (Massage E ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Member Profile
Allied Business Group is a local mergers and acquisitions firm that primarily assists business owners through the complex process of selling their business. The firm also provides certified business valuations for a variety of reasons including but not limited to preparing a business for a future sale, estate and gift taxes, marital dissolution, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), and buy/sell agreements. They use their relationships with local and national lenders to help with debt and equity financing to help a company achieve their optimal capital structure.
Allied Business Group helps business owners optimally exit their business by connecting their clients with multiple buyers, creating a competitive environment where value, rather than price, is the focus. They can help businesses raise capital to fund growth organically, or can help businesses identify and complete acquisitions to grow inorganically.
The firm boasts a 70% success rate compared to an industry average of less than 35%, and has an annual growth rate of 74% since its inception in 2002.
Jeremy Simmons is Allied Business Group's Leawood Chamber representative. Ple ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for complete profile)
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