Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — May 8, 2009
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
Membership Luncheon and Debut GMM090512
May. 12, 2009, 11:30am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park, Inc.,
9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $22 members (paid in advance), $32 non members.
Our guest speaker at this month's luncheon is Bo Fishback, vice president of entrepreneurship for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. He is in charge of developing and advancing transformative programs to help strenghthen entrepreneurial engagement in the economy and help entrepreneurs succeed.
Fishback has been involved in a variety of entrepreneurial initiatives. He is a founding team member of Orbis Biosciences, a drug delivery and particle fabrication company and a co-founder of Lightspeed Genomics, a next-generation genome sequencing company. Bo also developed the Equity Simulation Tool, OwnYourVenture.com, an educational tool that helps people understand the impact of raising equity financing. In addition to these ventures, he has worked with a variety of life sciences and high-tech startup companies in varying capacities.
In addition to an insightful program, our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Each attendee will receive a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.
The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, May 7th by 5:00 pm. Use the link below to register today!
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 OnlineAfter 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.
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!
Leawood Community Events
AARP Driver's Safety Course at Grace Gardens
May. 13, 2009, 10:00am at
The Villas at Grace Gardens,
5419 W. 145th Street, (145th & Nall), Leawood, 66224
Contact: Faith Franzen – ggrcffranzen@sbcglobal.net 913-681-0800
Cost: Call for registration and event cost information.
This 2 day program has helped millions of drivers age 50+ learn safety strategies and tips to help them adapt to changes related to aging. A complete course certificate give you auto insurance discounts in Kansas.
Forms of Organization for New Businesses Workshop
May. 14, 2009, 11:00am at
Enterprise Center of Johnson County,
Lenexa, 66214
Contact: Jayne Vehlewald – jvehlewald@ecjc.om 913-438-2282
Cost: See web link for event cost. Weblink: http://www.ecjc.com/s/656/index.aspx?sid=656&gid=1&pgid=484&cid=1049&ecid=1049&crid=0&calpgid=265&calcid=947
Congratulations, you are thinking about starting a high growth new business venture. But do you know which entity is best for you? S Corporation or C Corporation or LLC? Which entity is preferred by angel investors? Venture investors? KTEC? Should you organize in Missouri, or Kansas, or Delaware?
The focus of the workshop is the practical choices entrepreneurs must make, not on the arcane or theoretical issues. This workshop will give you a solid understanding of the various entity choices available to you and which entities make the most sense for you and your investors. It will provide some basics on each entity and review factors that favor each entity type.
Also, the workshop includes a review and discussion around the practical tax implications of each - which can be quite substantial.
The workshop will be presented by Steve Mock, a tax accountant with BKD, and Mitch Woolery, an attorney with Kutak Rock. Steve Mock, a partner of BKD, LLP, has more than 30 years of experience specializing in the areas of tax and business planning. Steve currently focuses on the areas of tax planning, merger and acquisition and business succession planning and implementat ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Summer Style Showcase
May. 14, 2009, 6:00pm at
One Nineteen,
Soho 119, 4419 West 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Amy Kraft – akraft@reddevelopment.com
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.onenineteenshopping.com/
The tenants of One Nineteen collectively come together for summer's hottest trends and styles, home decor, technology and personal care. A different lifestyle seminar from One Nineteen trend experts will be held every 30 minutes. Drinks and appetizers included.
VISIT COFFMAN GROUP’S BUSINESS HEALTH CLUB!
May. 15, 2009, 11:00am at
Coffman Group Sales & Marketing Institute,
6300 Glenwood Street, Suite 200, Overland Park, 66202
Contact: Anne Cull – anne@coffmangroup.com 913-236-9055
Cost: No charge Weblink: http://www.coffmangroup.com/events
Ever wonder what really goes on at Coffman Group? We’ve had so many people ask us why companies like to hire our salespeople and why salespeople and professionals like to spend their time at our facility that we’ve decided to host a complementary luncheon for salespeople, professionals, sales managers and business owners to give you an inside look at what goes on in our Business Health Club.
We plan to reveal a few strategies you can use immediately and all attendees will receive a guest pass to Coffman's “Open Gym!”
Coffman Group is a Sales, Marketing, and Business Development Club for salespeople, licensed professionals, self employed entrepreneurs, and business owners. Unlike traditional sales training companies, Coffman services cover all aspects of professional development from industry specific training to social media tactics to building strategic alliances. We even have outsourced sales management for companies that don’t have sales managers!
Think it doesn’t apply to you? We have worked with over 70 industries, including attorneys, CPA’s, engineers, banks and electricians as well as commission only sales peo ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
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 $1,000.
News & Announcements
Spoil Mom - Spoil You!
Leawood Chamber members love to offer great deals to fellow chamber members! Check out the Member MarketPlace to take a peek at this week's specials.
You'll find gifts for Mother's Day, plus deals for you!
To take a look at the MarketPlace, visit http://www.leawoodchamber.org/marketplace.cfm or visit the Leawood Chamber home page or Member Memo and click on the "$pectacular $avings' button.
Do you have a great offer for our members? Be a part of the Member MarketPlace by submitting your organization's specials at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/submit_marketplace.cfm.
The Leawood Chamber Welcomes its Newest Members
Ameriprise Financial
6363 College Blvd., Suite 600
Overland Park, KS 66211
Ph: (913) 451-2811 Fax: (913) 451-1363
david.p.dwyer@ampf.com www.ameriprise.com
Business Category: Financial & Financial Advisors
Blanc Burgers + Bottles
10583 Mission Road
Leawood, KS 66206
Ph: (913) 381-4500
ernesto@blancburgers.com www.blancburgers.com
Business Category: Restaurant / Meal Preparation / Caterers
Referred to the Chamber by: Joni Brennan, Standard Beverage Corporation
Continua Hospice, LLC
13002 State Line Road
Leawood, KS 66209
Ph: (913) 905-0255 Fax: (913) 339-9320
hospicepr@continuahh.com www.continuahh.com
Business Category: Hospice
With its primary location in Leawood, Continua Hospice provides p ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Teen Wellness PEP Rally
The Kansas Action for Healthy Kids Teen Wellness PEP Rally is an overnight workshop for Kansas teens. Every high school in Kansas is invited to participate by sending a team of 2-4 students and one adult sponsor to this fast-paced, interactive, hands-on educational event--and all costs are covered by grants secured by Kansas Action for Healthy Kids!
The event starts at 4 p.m. on Monday, June 8 and ends at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9. Event will be held at the MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, Kansas. During the Teen Wellness PEP Rally, teens will share ideas for encouraging their peers to make healthy food choices and live active lifestyles. Teams will review their school's wellness policies and develop a plan for new wellness programs when the new school year begins.
Heartland Habitat for Humanity's Women Build 2009 Kickoff Event
Nationally, women make up 50 percent of Habitat’s volunteer force, yet women account for only 15 percent of volunteers actively doing construction. Volunteers of all skill levels are encouraged to get involved. More than 800 homes have been built by crews of women nationwide. Join the second year for Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build.
Heartland Habitat for Humanity will host the Women Build 2009 kickoff event at the Park Place Gallery of Fine Art on Thursday, June 4th from 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Food and Beverages will be provided. This will be a fun evening complete with a silent auction and door prizes. No donation is necessary to attend, but the organization would appreciate any support.
Contact Mark or Kate at Heartland Habitat at 913 342-3027 to RSVP.
Mission Farms Organic Farmer's Market
Starting May 7th, local growers will be bringing their organically grown produce, herbs, fruits, flowers, free range meats, eggs, breads, soap and more to the Mission Farms covered walkways for market. The Farmer's Market will be open every Thursday afternoon from 4:00-8:30pm. Come introduce yourself to our local farmers and taste the difference!
Flower Market returns to Park Place
Join us in Barkley Square every Thursday from 10 am -2 pm for the Park Place Flower Market. Rosehill Gardens teaches children's gardening classes while offering beautiful live plants, fresh cut flowers and seaonal items for sale.
Relax and Recharge in May
Natural Body Spa and Shop is offering complementary chair massages on May 14th from 6-8 PM. Mom will really appreciate this opportunity to unwind - Visit their location in One Nineteen.
Natural Body Spa and Shoppe
4431 W. 119th Street
Leawood, KS 66209
For more information contact Irene Brennan irene.brennan@naturalbody.com or 913-338-0620.
Member Profile
You will find the largest selection of new and pre-owned vehicles. Loaner vehicle while yours is in our service department. ASE Certified Technicians. State of the art Collision Center and a Parts Department for all your vehicle needs.
Cable-Dahmer of Kansas City
555 W 103rd St
Kansas City, MO 64114
Telephone: 816-941-0555
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