Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — April 15, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

Leawood Chamber Events

JCPPC Luncheon Featuring U.S. Senator Jerry Moran

Apr. 28, 2011, 11:30 at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park,
Cost: $24 a person for members and $26 a person for non-members (paid in advance) or $265 for a reserved table of 10 or $285 for a non-member reserved table of 10.

By registering online, 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 this opportunity to learn about U.S. Senator Jerry Moran and his political views. The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, April 25th at 1:00 p.m.! After the Senator's remarks there will be a brief moderated Q & A.

11:30 a.m. - Check In
Noon - Lunch & Program

Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!

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.

— Register Online

2011 Legislative Breakfast Series

Apr. 16, 2011, 7:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, — Register Online
Cost: $20 for members 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.

Featuring: Senators Rob Olson and Tim Owens
Representatives Brett Hildabrand, Lance Kinzer and Kay Wolf

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.

Cost:
$20-Single breakfast for Chamber members
$25-Single breakfast 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.

Paid reservations are required in advance.The reservation deadline for this event is Tuesday, April 12th by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

Ribbon Cutting - Comfort Keepers Home Care

Apr. 19, 2011, 3:00 at Comfort Keepers Home Care, 10310 State Line Rd., #200, Leawood, 66206
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in celebrating our 10 year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Comfort Keepers Home Care will be celebrate their 10 year anniversary. The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 3:00 p.m. Don't miss this exciting event!!

After Hours Networking

Apr. 20, 2011, 5:00 at Overland Park Place, 6555 W. 75th St., Overland Park, 66204 — 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 at our After Hours event.

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, April 18th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Leawood Community Events

FREE ACT Practice Test

Apr. 16, 2011, 9:00am at College Nannies & Tutors Office, 4874 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, 66223
Contact: Lorri Hatfield or Amy Branton – overlandparkks@collegetutors.com 913-754-3633
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.collegetutors.com/overlandpark

Come take advantage of our FREE ACT practice test! Our practice ACT is a previously released version of the test, and is administered following the same format that students will experience on the real test day.

To register, or if you have questions about this test or our test preparation tutoring, please contact us at: overlandparkks@collegetutors.com or 913-754-3633.

GO Project Family 5K and Fox Hunt

Apr. 16, 2011, 9:00am at English Landing Park, S Main St & English Landing Dr, Parkville, 64152
Contact: Sonya Wedel – sonya@goproject.org 816-536-8333
Cost: $25 pre-registration entry fee ($30 after April 13th) Proceeds support the ministry of caring for orphaned and abandoned children. Weblink: http://theglobalorphanproject.org/engage/events/go-5k/

Join The Global Orphan Project for a morning of fun and exercise at the second-annual GO Project Family 5K and Fox Hunt. Again this year, all runners who catch Mike Fox will be eligible to win one of many prizes.

New this year, Team Challenge, where you and your friends can run for the kids! See below how you can form your own team.

Finally, stay for breakfast and kids’ activities immediately following the race. Great prizes will be provided for the top competitors overall, age group winners, and also for the team who raises the most support for the kids.

Registration includes: T-shirt, 1 ticket to the post-race breakfast, a race bag and aid stations. Kids’ Fun Run (12 and under): This FREE event does not require registration. However, kids will need to purchase a ticket for the breakfast, available the morning of the race, and will not receive a t-shirt. Extra t-shirts are available for purchase on the registration form.

Walk MS Johnson County

Apr. 16, 2011, 8:00am at Shawnee Mission Park's Theater in the Park, 7900 Renner Road,, Shawnee, 66217
Contact: Rachel Ammerman – rachel.ammerman@nmss.org 913-432-3927
Cost: While there is no registration fee or minimum pledge amount, the reason we walk is to end MS. We request and challenge each participant to raise at least $25. By raising $100 you qualify for a Walk MS t-shirt! Weblink: http://walk.msmidamerica.org

YOU can bring us closer to a world free of MS. Walk MS is fun with an important purpose. We unite as a community during Walk MS to make a powerful statement - to keep us moving toward a cure.

Custom Basket Bulding Party

Apr. 16, 2011, 1:00pm at Harry & David, 5244 W. 119th St, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Lynn Woodruff – leawood-kss@harryanddavid.com 913-498-0277
Cost: FREE

Come get a FREE taste of great Harry & David Easter basket treats! Make an impression this Easter! Choose from your favorite Easter treats to create the perfect Easter basket! Join us Saturday & Sunday, April 16 & 17th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

18th Annual Eggstravaganza

Apr. 17, 2011, 11:00am at Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, 66206
Contact: Lindsay Hart – lindsayh@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x158
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org

The Leawood Parks and Recreation Department and the National Bank of Kansas City are proud to sponsor the 18th Annual “Eggstravaganza” Egg Hunt at Leawood City Park (10601 Lee Blvd.) on Sunday, April 17.

Lunch and activities will take place from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. At 12:30 p.m. the egg hunt will begin. Children will fill their baskets with colorful plastic eggs loaded with goodies. The event is “free” for all participants with plenty of eggs for everyone!

Activities for children will include a balloon artist, face painter and pictures with the Easter Bunny. The Leawood Kiwanis Club will be serving a Hot Dog Lunch at the Lion’s Shelter (hot dog $2, chips $1, and drink $1).

Please call (913) 339-6700 ext. 158 for more information.

Good Vision, Good Hearing and Quality of Life

Apr. 19, 2011, 11:45am at Villa Ventura Senior Living Community, 12100 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO, 64145
Contact: Marcia Hines- – vvcrconsultant@seniorstar.com 816-941-0525
Cost: Free (but must call to reserve lunch and space)

Doctors and staff of Silverstein Eye Center will present on details of how to maintain good vision and hearing and the latest treatments available for both.

Overland Park Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

Apr. 21, 2011, 6:45am at Overland Park Marriott, 10800 Metcalf, Overland Park, 66210
Contact: Sheryl Block – sblock@valleyviewbank.com 913 383-3311
Cost: $15.00 Weblink: http://www.opmpb.org

Our speaker this year is Pam Morgan. Pam and her husband, Phil, are a nationally known gospel music group. Driving home from a performance in 2000, Pam was very seriously injured in an automobile accident that left her with a broken neck and certain paralysis. A year later she was up and walking. She has been the subject of numerous magazine and newspaper articles including “Women’s World” and “Purely Music.” She has appeared on a number of television programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, Montel Williams, Only a Miracle, and The 700 Club.

You will not want to miss this inspiring and entertaining speaker. She will be available after the event to autograph here latest book, “I Stand.”

Easter Egg Party

Apr. 23, 2011, 10:00am at Harry & David, 5244 W 119th, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Lynn Woodruff – leawood-kss@harryanddavid.com 913-498-0277
Cost: FREE

Come to our Easter Egg Surprice Party! At 10 a.m. we will be having an Easter Egg Surprise Party for kids. Bring your child/ grandchild/ niece or nephew to Harry & David to receive a special Easter Egg from Harry and David. They could win a $50 Easter Basket!

Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet

Apr. 24, 2011, 9:00am at Gaslight Grill, 5020 W. 137th St., Leawood, 66224
Contact: manager – manager@gaslightgrill.com 913-897-3540
Cost: $19.95 per person Weblink: http://www.gaslightgrill.com

News & Announcements

You are invited to attend the FOBN Family Business Forum

FOBN – THE FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS NETWORK® WILL PRESENT THE Inaugural Session of the FOBN Family Business Forum® dealing with concerns, issues and challenges facing Owners and Family Members of FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS.

There is no charge for the event.

Success, Survival and Succession®
What: A Forum for Family Business Owners and Family Members
When: 9:30 a.m. – Noon
May 5th and repeated on May 12th
Where: Lighton Tower
7500 College Blvd. Suite 800
Overland Park, KS 66210

Network with other family business owners and our faculty who all have dealt with family business issues to discuss current issues and concerns about Success, Survival, & Succession® for your family owned business.

Introduction and Welcome: Sherman Titens, Founder and Managing Director of THE FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS NETWORK, Author, Lecturer and Consultant to family owned business

Sessions Facilitated by: Norm Craig, Area Director, THE FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS NETWORK; Managing Director, Retirement Concepts Group (norm@retirementconceptsgroup.com, 913-661-7293)

Meet Our Faculty of Family Business Professionals:
Jerry Bell, The Bell Law Firm, PA
Daniel Kjergaard, Lead Managing Director, CBIZ
Richard Thad Lincoln, President & Founder, Retirement Concepts Group
Allison Sims, Vice President, Bank of the West
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National Bank Of Kansas City Shred Event

We understand the importance of keeping your financial information safe. That's why we're offering a free community shred event.

When: Saturday, April 30
Time: 9 - 11 am
Where: NBKC's Leawood branch, 3510 W. 95th St.

Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - March 2011

Be sure to consider these businesses when you are shopping for goods and services.

You can learn more about these organizations by visiting the Chamber's Member Directory. There you will find a complete listing of Leawood Chamber members and their contact information.

All Star Awards and Ad Specialties, Inc.
http://www.allstaryeswecan.com/

Aloft Leawood-Overland Park
http://www.aloftleawood.com/

Asset Analysis, LLC
http://www.divorcingfinancially.com/

Assisted Moving of Kansas City
http://www.assistedmovingkc.com/

Block & Company, Inc. Realtors
http://www.blockandco.com/

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City http://www.bluekc.com/Home.aspx

Bristol Seafood Grill
http://www.bristolseafoodgrill.com/

Bukaty Companies
http://www.bukaty.com/

DSheet LLC
Two SMMC Facilities Designated as Institutes of Quality Bariatric Surgery

Aetna has determined that Shawnee Mission Medical Center (SMMC) and Shawnee Mission Prairie Star Surgery Center have met the requirements for designation as Institutes of Quality Bariatric Surgery Facilities. Hospitals receiving this designation must meet specific criteria for clinical performance and overall value of the facility.

SMMC and the Prairie Star Surgery Center will now be listed on DocFind®, Aetna’s online provider directory. Aetna is a national health insurance and related benefits provider. Reviews of designations are performed by Aetna every two years.

About Shawnee Mission Medical Center

Shawnee Mission Medical Center (SMMC) is a 504-bed facility with nearly 20,000 inpatient admissions and more than 200,000 outpatient admissions annually. SMMC has the busiest emergency department in Johnson County, the area's first accredited Chest Pain Emergency Center, a nationally recognized Center for Women's Health and delivers more babies each year than any other hospital in the metropolitan area. SMMC employs more than 2,900 local residents and supports an exceptional staff of 700 physicians representing 50 medical specialties, the largest medical staff in Kansas City. Visit us on the Web at ShawneeMission.org.

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Free Career Fair in Overland Park,KS

Baker University is sponsoring an event to assist our current students as well as local people in the community to find a job.

This career fair will be held on Friday, April 29th from 9:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Overland Park campus (7301 College Boulevard). This will be a beneficial day for all who are seeking employment and for employers seeking to fill positions. It will be include several networking opportunities and workshops presented our faculty, alumnae, and by different companies in the Kansas City metro area.

These workshops will include:

How to Build Your Resume
Practice Interview Sessions
Business Writing
Communications in the Workplace
Social Networking

To register, log on to www.bakeru.edu/BUexpoKansasCity

Employers may have a table to promote openings for no cost. Log on to www.bakeru.edu/BUexpoCareersKansasCity or call Lisa Hood, Corporate Education Liaision at 913-544-5271 with any questions.

CoreFirst Bank & Trust Hosts Blood Drive

CoreFirst Bank & Trust, headquartered in Topeka, KS, has been committed to community involvement for over 50 years. We are continuing this dedication in the Kansas City area by sponsoring a Blood Drive with the Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City.

The blood drive will be held on May 23rd from 2:30-7:00pm at 12220 State Line Rd. Leawood, KS 66209.

Donating blood with the Community Blood Center is a great opportunity to give back to the local area; 90% of the blood donated in Kansas City stays in Kansas City. Donors will also receive a coupon for a buy one ticket, get one ticket free to Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

You can sign up at https://www.esavealifenow.org/index.cfm?group=op Code: CoreFirst. Please join us and help make a difference in our community.

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