Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — April 22, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

Leawood Chamber Events

A Taste of Leawood

Jun. 11, 2011, 7:00 at NEW LOCATION, Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, 66206
Cost: Ticket Price $65 plus tax in advance, $70 plus tax at the door (if available). MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND!

Savor the Summer at the 2011 A Taste of Leawood Event!

Tempt your palate with delectable food and beverage samplings from the area's top establishments at one location! Back by popular demand, the band Souled Out will be performing at this year's event.

Click to View Restaurants Scheduled to Participate

Extend the fun all summer long by taking home your souvenir wine glass and gift bag full of treats, including valuable vouchers with savings of over $150! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make new connections and friends within the Leawood community all while enjoying Leawood's finest! Make sure you invite your friends, neighbors, business associates, and colleagues!

The ticket price includes:
Enjoying extraordinary cuisine all evening long
5 drink tickets
The Souled Out Band
Complimentary soda and water
Souvenir gift bag
Souvenir wine glass

Attendees MUST BE 21 to ATTEND. This is a rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable.

All tickets purchased May 30th - June 10th can be picked up at WILL CALL the evening of Saturday, June 11th.

If you would like your tickets before the event, you may pick them up at the Chamber office, located at 13451 Briar, Suite 201, Leawood, KS 66209, before 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 10th.

After 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 11th, tickets will no longer be available online. Tickets (if available) will also be available the night of the event at WILL CALL.

By purchasing tickets online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

PLATINUM SPONSORS
Bank Midwest
Country Club Bank
CrossFirst Bank
Discover Vision Centers
Hoefer Wysocki Architects
Menorah Medical Center
St. Joseph Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Town Center Plaza

WINE GLASS SPONSOR
Town & Country Disposal

PRESENTING MUSIC SPONSOR
Still Available

SOUVENIR GIFT BAG SPONSOR
Shawnee Mission Medical Center

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking

Apr. 27, 2011, 5:00 at Cafe Roux, (Park Place), 11554 Ash St., Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

Join us for some great networking at this month's Leawood Young Professionals After Hours event!

If you are between the ages of 21 - 39 years old and wish to build your professional network and give back to the community, Leawood Young Professionals is the group for you!

Leawood Chamber members and guests are welcome! There is no cost to attend!

Use the link below to register today!

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



Register today!! Registration deadline is Monday, April 25th by 5:00 pm!

Ribbon Cutting - The Limited

Apr. 28, 2011, 4:30 at The Limited, Town Center Plaza, 4868 West 119th Street Space 600, Leawood, 66209
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us as we welcome "The Limited" as a new Leawood Chamber Member with a ribbon cutting.

The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 4:30 p.m. Don't miss this exciting event!!

To learn more about The Limited, visit their web site at www.www.thelimited.com

JCPPC Luncheon Featuring U.S. Senator Jerry Moran

Apr. 28, 2011, 11:30 at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, — Register Online
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.

Leawood Community Events

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!

ART ATTACK SATURDAYS - LIVE ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS

Apr. 23, 2011, 12:00pm at Leawood Fine Art, 18743 Roe, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Mia Harris – info@leawoodfineart.com 913-338-4999
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawoodfineart.com

Saturdays beginning April 23rd through June 11th we will be having live artist demonstrations in the gallery from 12:00 to 3:00. April 23rd's artist will be Jean Cook who is nationally known for her beautiful Kansas landscapes with cattle and horses.

- Children are welcome

- Refreshments will be served

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

How to Market Your Business with NO Budget

Apr. 27, 2011, 8:30am at Mazuma Credit Union, 9300 Troost Ave, Kansas City, 64131
Contact: Ryan Reid – Ryan.Reid@Mazuma.org 8163614194 x6725
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://mazumabusinesswise.com/

Part of Mazuma Credit Union's Business Educational Series - This seminar is for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to effectively market their business but have little to no advertising dollars.

Anne Cull, Owner of ThinkViral and member of the Leawood Chamber, will explain:

-How to build a business of referrals
-Best places to find your customers
-How to get exposure in front of large groups
-How to best use your Chamber of Commerce
-How to best utilize the Internet and Social Media
-How NOT to spend a dime on advertising

Enterprise University Class on Thursday, April 28,

Apr. 28, 2011, 8:30am at Enterprise Bank & Trust, 12695 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Melissa Eggleston – meggleston@enterprisebank.com 913-234-6468
Weblink: http://bit.ly/h0LSQW

Taking the time to fully understand how to protect the value of a company and factors that drive such value is critical for a business owner prior to leaving their company. This allows a business owner to leave on their own terms, at the price they deserve and need.

We will discuss assessing a business owner’s financial needs prior to exiting their business, critical elements and concerns in protecting the company’s value prior to an exit, the basics of analyzing financial statements to estimate the market value of a business, understanding business value drivers to maximize company value and receive favorable transaction structures and case studies of business owners’ objectives and descriptions of their exit from the business.

Instructor: Tom Tilley Managing Partner, The DVS

Leawood Aquatic Center Season Passes

May. 2, 2011, 8:30am at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Lindsay Hart – lindsayh@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x158

Season passes for the Leawood Aquatic Center will be on sale starting Monday, May 2. All registration and photo ID’s will be taken at Leawood City Hall, (lower level), 4800 Town Center Drive. Passes may be purchased Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm. Evening and weekend hours will be available Saturdays, May 14-July 16, from 10:00am-2:00pm, and Monday & Wednesday evenings, May 16-July 13, (except May 30) from 5:30-7:30pm. Memorial Day weekend hours will be available Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10:00am-2:00pm (May 28-30).

The following fees will apply: Individual (all patrons ages 3 and up) $50, Resident Discounted Fee $35; Senior Citizen $40, Resident Discounted Fee $25. Fees now include the cost of the ID cards (no more new/renewal fees).

SuperPass fees are as follows: Family (up to 5 family members) $55, Resident Discounted Fee $40, with each additional family member at $5 each; Individual $30, Resident Discounted Fee $20.

The Leawood Aquatic Center will open for the season on Saturday, May 28 at 11:00 a.m. For more information please call (913) 339-6700 ext. 154.

News & Announcements

BlueCreek Investment Partners Announces New Branch Office in Leawood, Kansas

BlueCreek Investment Partners today announced the opening of a new branch office at 4000 West 114th Street, Suite 150, in Leawood, Kansas. BlueCreek, an independent wealth management group headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, specializes in financial planning and wealth management solutions for families and businesses.

The new Leawood office will be managed by Senior Financial Advisor, John Christensen, formerly of Enterprise Bank & Trust.  Robert Mayes, founding partner of BlueCreek, indicated Leawood was chosen as a branch location due strongly to Christensen. "We are excited about our new office in Leawood, Kansas, and the opportunity to be a part of this wonderful community,” Mayes said. “John Christensen has a solid reputation as a professional in the wealth management arena and is the number one reason we chose to open our first branch office here."

BlueCreek's investment advisors and staff represent over 200 years of combined experience with diverse backgrounds from within the financial industry.  The firm
provides goal-oriented solutions for clients wishing to extend their wealth through face-to-face consultations and customized investment strategies.  In announcing the opening of BlueCreek-Kansas, Christensen stated, "BlueCreek Investment Partners is the perfect fit to serve my clients and the Kansas City community.” 

BlueCreek Investment Partners, LLC, is an SEC-registered investm ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

KC Gets More of The Limited To Love

Kansas City women will have more of The Limited to love with the opening of two new stores in 2011.
The iconic fashion retailer's first store to open of the year is in the Kansas City area at Town Center Plaza at 4868 West 119th Street in Leawood. Plans are in the works to open a new store at Zona Rosa in late fall 2011. The Limited currently operates a store in Oak Park Mall in Overland Park, Kansas as well.

The Leawood store is hosting a grand opening celebration the evening of April 28 and will donate a share of the Saturday, April 30 proceeds to the Women's Employment Network of Kansas City (WEN).
"The Limited is about a woman's personal success--fulfilling her potential and looking great every step of the way. That's why we're proud to partner with the Women's Employment Network for our opening," said Linda Heasley, CEO of The Limited.

WEN is a nonprofit organization that offers job-search training and resources, individualized coaching and professional case management to women. Tai Beauchamp, national correspondent for InStyle Magazine, will workshop with WEN members about workplace fashion on April 28 and will be on hand at the store opening celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. The Limited invites the public to attend this celebration by registering at www.thelimited/events.  Please note that invitations are on a first-come, first served basis.

The celebration will also feature ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Op1906 Patio, Outside the Sheraton Overland Park

Now open for lunch, dinner & drinks Tuesday thru Saturday (weather permitting), is the NEW outdoor space at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel, the OP1906 Patio. Featuring three fire pits, a 55” All Weather Plasma TV, full bar, patio menu, complimentary valet parking and sunsets.

For more information, please call 913-253-1906 or visit our Facebook page; Sheraton Overland Park Hotel.

Leawood Chamber Members are Named Champions in Business

The Leawood Chamber would like to congratulate four of its members who were recently announced as Champions in Business by the Kansas City Business Journal.

Mariner Holdings LLC, SKC Communication Products LLC, Sprint Nextel Corp., and The Mutual Fund Store LLC. were among those named for this honor.

The public is invited to celebrate the achievements of these businesses and others, at an awards luncheon on Thursday, May 12th. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and doors open at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will be held at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel, another member of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce. Please reserve your seat by visiting http://www2.bizjournals.com/kansascity/event/33821. Single tickets are $90, and a table of 10 is $800.

Again, congratulations to Mariner Holdings LLC, SKC Communication Products LLC, Sprint Nextel Corp., and The Mutual Fund Store LLC on their achievements. 

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