Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — May 15, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

12th Annual A Taste of Leawood TOL090613

Jun. 13, 2009, 7:00pm at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Cost: Ticket Price $65 in advance, $70 at the door, if available (Ticket Price includes all applicable sales tax)

Savor the summer starting with A Taste of Leawood!!

Tempt your palate with delectable samplings from 22 area establishments along with beverages, while enjoying music from the band, Souled Out.

Extend the fun all summer long by taking home your souvenir wine glass and a gift bag full of goodies, including valuable vouchers with savings of over $150.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make new connections and friends within our community, while enjoying Leawood's finest! Make sure you invite your friends, neighbors, business associates & colleagues as well!

Attendees must be 21 to attend. This is a rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable.

TO PURCHASE TICKETS: contact the Chamber staff at (913) 498-1514 or use the link below.

PLATINUM SPONSORS:

Brookdale Senior Living - CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.
Firestone Complete Auto Care
M&I Bank - Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Town & Country Bank - Town Center Plaza

GOLD SPONSORS:

Bank of Blue Valley - Commerce Bank, NA
Country Club Bank, N.A. - DEMDACO, Inc.
Discover Vision Centers - Hoefer Wysocki Architects, LLC
Kansas City Power & Light - Menorah Medical Center
The Jewish Community Center - Saint Luke's South

SILVER SPONSORS:

Clawson Benefit Concepts - IRONHORSE Golf Club
Sun Publications

SOUVENIR GLASS SPONSORS:

The Mission Bank and Valley View Bank

— Register Online

After Hours Networking AH090520

May. 20, 2009, 5:00pm at Zest Restaurant, Misson Farms, 10681 Mission Road, Leawood, 66206

DUE TO OVERWHELMING RESPONSE, THIS EVENT HAS REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, WE ARE NO LONGER TAKING RESERVATIONS.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but hope you can join us at other future events! To see a full list of upcoming events, please visit http://www.leawoodchamber.org/chamber_calendar.cfm.

Spice up your day by attending the May After Hours event at Zest, where we won't "rest" until we provide the "best" networking in the Mid-"west"!

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for this great event.

SEATING IS LIMITED! The registration deadline is Monday, May 18th by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Quarterly Member Orientation OR090529

May. 29, 2009, 8:00am at Leawood Chamber of Commerce, 1st floor conference room, 4707 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
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, sponsored by Nelson Family Dentistry.

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!

Professional Edge Series-Protect your home computer PE090603

Jun. 3, 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.

Joe Lorino, Director, KU Edwards Campus Information Technology

If you own a home computer...this is a must attend event. This talk will instill a healthy dose of fear about the ways your home computer is vulnerable to unwanted guests and provide suggestions for protection.

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, May 29th by 5:00 pm. Use the link below and make your reservation today!

Ribbon Cutting - Monarch Plastic Surgery RC090611

Jun. 11, 2009, 4:30pm at Monarch Plastic Surgery and Skin Rejuvenation Center, 4801 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Monarch Plastic Surgery as a new member of the Leawood Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their Grand Opening on Thursday, June 11th. Mayor Dunn will assist us in cutting the ribbon at 4:30 pm. Their Grand Opening festivities will follow from 5:30 - 8:00 pm.

Founded in 1995, Monarch Plastic Surgery and Skin Rejuvenation Center provides a broad range of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical services as well as skin care products and treatments for anti-aging and overall beauty and wellness.

After Hours Networking AH090624

Jun. 24, 2009, 5:00pm at Security Savings Bank, 15100 Rosewood, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking.

Registration deadline is Monday, June 22nd by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Leawood Community Events

Sullivan's Steakhouse Spring Patio Launch w/ MOCSA

May. 15, 2009, 4:00pm at Sullivan's Steakhouse, 4501 West 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Travis Joyal – travis@sturgesword.com 816-221-7500
Cost: Contact Travis Joyal for event cost information. Weblink: http://www.sullivansteakhouse.com/event.php?eeid=5

Sullivan’s Steakhouse ushers in spring with the launch of one of Johnson County’s largest and most popular outdoor patios on Friday, May 15. Live music by Kansas City talent Chuck Eddy will headline the event. Sullivan’s signature martini, The Knockout, and a sampling of select appetizers will be complimentary throughout the evening with a suggested donation, benefitting MOCSA's Man Up! program. The donation will also include one entry into a raffle for a ten-person wine dinner, valued at $1,000.

5th Annual Walk for the Homeless

May. 16, 2009, 9:00am at Legends of Village West, 1841 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, 66111
Contact: Shawn Benson – sbenson@crn.org 816-838-7443
Cost: This event is free to the public. Contact Shawn or visit the website for event registration information. Weblink: http://hillcresttransitionalhousing.org/walkhome.aspx?affiliate=kansas

Hillcrest Transitional Housing of Kansas announces the 5th Annual Walk for the Homeless on May 16th, 2009.

The one-mile walk benefits Hillcrest Transitional Housing of Kansas by raising awareness and funds to support its mission to transition homeless families to self-sufficiency. This is a family-friendly event with food, fun, and prizes. We are expecting in excess of 200 people in addition to the normal Saturday crowds for the Legends.

Splash of Spring Comunity Day

May. 16, 2009, 10:00am at Red Bridge Church of Christ, 101 W. Red Bridge Rd., Kansas City, 64114
Contact: Mike McAuley – mike@cfskc.org 913-383-3337 x103
Cost: Free admission, all proceeds benefit Christian Family Services. Weblink: http://www.cfskc.org/

Looking for a fun event? Don't miss the Splash of Spring Christian Family Services Sale!!!

All sorts of vendors and crafters will be there! Take part in a silent auction! Purchase treats from the Bake Sale! There will be inflatables for the kids and a classic car show for the "big kids"!

All proceeds benefit Christian Family Services.

If you have items to donate to the sale, contact Mike McAuley at 913-383-3337, extn 103. If you would like to donate a certificate toward the silent auction, contact Michelle Browning 913-579-3795 or DTConsultant@kc.rr.com. If you would like to donate a bakery item contact Annette Dalton at 816-941-0280.

HORSE 'n Around Basketball Tournament

May. 17, 2009, 9:00am at Jewish Community Center, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Dan McDonough – danm@jewishkc.org 913-327-8012
Cost: See Web Link for Event Cost Weblink: http://www.jcckc.org/index.php?src=news&srctype=detail&category=Press%20Releases&refno=45

The Jewish Community Center presents H.O.R.S.E. ‘n Around, a basketball tournament on May 17 at The Center at 5801 W. 115th Street. The competition, which is just what it sounds like – a simple game of H.O.R.S.E. – is open to the public, and designed for anyone who can throw a ball. But, with a chance to win $10,000 at the final regional tournament to be held in Kansas City in July, the stakes are much higher than the H.O.R.S.E you might remember as a child.

The Center’s tournament is the first of its kind in the country, and was born out of a game that is now becoming a national phenomenon. The inspiration for the Tournament came from David Kalb, who defeated Lebron James in H.O.R.S.E last year on a Malibu basketball court where scenes from "White Men Can't Jump" were filmed. It was Kalb's improbable victory over James that recently became famous on YouTube. After doing some research on the Kalb-James match up, Keith Zimmerman, local sports promoter, created The H.O.R.S.E ‘n Around Tournament and will bring the nationals to Kansas City in July.

Sam Lacey, former Kansas City Kings player, will be at The Center from noon to 2 ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Artist Reception

May. 18, 2009, 6:30pm at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: free Weblink: http://leawood.org

The Art in Public Places Initiative of the Leawood Arts Council is proud to announce the temporary installation of a sculpture by Jesse Small. The sculpture titled “Leaping Hedges” will be located in the lobby of Leawood City Hall for one year. “Leaping Hedges” is the sixth temporary installation of the “Art on Loan Program”, which provides local artists the opportunity to display their work to the residents of Leawood for one year.

Leaping Hedges" represents the organic movement of trees and water interacting with geometric doodles, captured in steel plate. Using a plasma cutter controlled by a computer, Jesse transforms digital photographs and CAD drawings into cut-out steel panels. This piece is a continuous artwork flowing across 8 panels, forming a self supporting folded screen. The linkages that hold each panel together are referencing geometric spider-web structures, creating a flexible, interchangeable system. "Leaping Hedges" is both a drawing and a sculpture that explores light, shadow and the relationship between natural and geometric forms. This eight paneled folding screen style sc ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

IAT For Originators

May. 19, 2009, 9:30am at National Bank Of Kansas City - 2nd Floor Conference Room, 10700 Nall Ave., Overland Park,
Cost: Please call with any questions and to register.

Because OFAC compliance is the responsibility of every U.S. company, we want you to be informed. Please join us for this educational session on May 19th.

International ACH Transactions (IAT) rules are being implemented to answer OFAC’s concerns related to ACH processing. Wendy Wishon, AAP, Vice President of MPX will facilitate an important 90-minute webinar.

Please join us to ensure, as an ACH originator, you are aware of your responsibilities related to IAT and OFAC compliance. The webinar will cover your role in IAT. It will also explain the rule requirements for originators and outline your responsibilities for compliance with OFAC and the IAT Rules.

Presented scenarios will illustrate how IAT will impact you, the originator. Plus, the session will include critical information regarding:
* ODFI/Originator agreement issues related to IAT origination
* the IAT rule from the originator’s perspective
* identifying potential IAT origination
* resources available to you
* OFAC compliance responsibilities

Social Media - Fast Start for Business

May. 21, 2009, 8:00am at KU Edwards Regent Center Campus, 12600 Quivira, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Shawn Kinkade – SKinkade@aspirekc.com 913-660-9400
Cost: See Web Site for Event Cost. Weblink: http://www.socialmediafaststart.com

It seems as if everyone is talking about Social Media these days, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn - it's all over the news, and with good reason.

Social media has clearly hit a tipping point and is exploding in terms of the number of people that are using these tools. Now is the time to start learning what Social Media is, what tools are out there and how they can help you grow your business and your presence online.

The Social Media Fast Start workshop is a 4 hour session focused on learning the tools (including a hand's on review of Twitter) and more importantly, you'll learn the strategies and tactics for using those tools for your business growth.

One of the great things about Social Media is that it levels the playing field - you don't need to be a big corporate player with a huge advertising budget to be successful.

Come to the Social Media Fast Start and learn how to take the next steps to build your presence and your business online.

News & Announcements

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Visit the Member MarketPlace today - http://www.leawoodchamber.org/marketplace.cfm

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Dog’s Night at the Wizards

The Kansas City Wizards host 1st place Chivas USA Saturday, May 23 on the night of Kansas City’s second-ever Dog’s Night at the Wizards event. Pet owners are encouraged to bring their favorite canine friend out to CommunityAmerica Ballpark to watch the Wizards take on League-leading Chivas USA. A portion of all Dog/owner ticket packages benefit Kansas City area animal shelters. Each ticket order must include a Dog's Night at the Wizards registration form, a signed waiver and a copy of the dog's up-to-date immunization record.

Gary Lezak of KSHB-TV, Holly Starr of 38 the Spot, Jenny Matthews of Mix 93.3, and Bryan Truta of 105.1 Jack FM will be on hand to help judge the Three Dog Bakery "Best-Dressed Dog" contest prior to the game, with the winners presented at halftime. Local pet businesses will be on hand to showcase their products and services throughout the game under the "Big Dog Tent" on the concourse. Members of the KC Disc Dogs will be performing Frisbee tricks at halftime, and all benefiting shelters will have animals on site ready for adoption throughout the game.

For more information on the event, visit www.kcwizards.com/dogsnight. Participating animal shelters include: Wayside Waifs, Animal Haven and The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City.

... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - April 2009

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

You can learn more about these businesses by visiting the provided links, or go to http://www.leawoodchamber.org/member_directory.cfm
for a complete listing of Leawood Chamber member businesses and their contact information.

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American Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org/

Baker University http://www.bakeru.edu/

Bank of the West http://www.bankofthewest.com/

CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. http://www.cbizkc.com/

Center for Nutrition and Preventive Medicine, D.A. http://www.drtague.com/

Essential Knowledge http://www.essentialknowledge.com/

First State Bank & Trust Co. http://www.bankkansas.com/

Freedom Pointe http://www.epochsl.com/

GLITTERS, a fine jewelry place http://www.glitters.com/

Grace Gardens Retirement ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

SFP Unveils Scholarship Program During Anniversary Ceremony

Four college students will each receive $2,500 in financial aid from SFP in commemoration of the company’s 10-year anniversary.

SFP, a leading developer of fertilizer efficiency products, introduced the scholarships at their April 7th ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new world headquarters in the Park Place mixed-use development.

Executives from the Leawood Chamber of Commerce, business and civic leaders, agricultural association affiliates and business partners attended the event, both to celebrate SFP’s 10 years in business and to inaugurate the new 12,199-square-foot office. Peyton Sellers, the SFP sponsored NASCAR Nationwide Series driver, was on hand to sign autographs for guests.

“We are proud of this corporate milestone,” says Jake Sanders, SFP’s vice president of market development. “The SFP Scholarship Program was created to honor the people who’ve been devoted to SFP since its inception, and it represents our commitment to the future of agriculture.”

SFP, a research and development company, has spent a decade solving some of agriculture’s long-standing fertilizer inefficiency challenges. Its two products – AVAIL®, a phosphorus fertilizer enhancer and NutriSphere-N®, a nitrogen fertilizer manager, help today’s growers maximize the efficiency of the fertilizer they apply. In 2007, SFP’s NutriSphere-N was voted AgProfessional magazine’s “Editors Choice N ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

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