Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — August 14, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

After Hours Networking AH090819

Aug. 19, 2009, 5:00pm at Sheraton Overland Park Hotel, 6100 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66211 — 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.

"Share" your evening with Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members. Participate in some great Leawood Chamber networking at this month's event hosted by Sheraton Overland Park Hotel!

Registration deadline is Monday, August 17th by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Education-How to Stop Duplicating the Competition CES090828

Aug. 28, 2009, 8:00am at American Academy of Family Physicians, Multi-Purpose Room, 11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members.

Ever find yourself talking about news, weather and sports too much on a sales call? Ever hope by dropping your price (one more time) you'll get the business? Or maybe you just need to tell them a few more "bells and whistles" about your product/service and they'll surely buy then?

Find out what really goes on in the buyer's decision process in this presentation by Dan Stalp. It's more than just the best personality! Differentiating yourself is determined by your questioning strategy and finding the prospect's "pain", not being one!

At the conclusion, participants will learn how to:

1. Perform the Rule of 3 in questioning.
2. Have your "antennae up" for wishy washy words
3. Determine if the problem is too new or too old to fix
4. Understand if they are personally impacted by what's going on

The reservation deadline for this event is Wednesday, August 26th, by 5:00 pm. Register today by using the link below!

Morning Mingling MM090901

Sep. 1, 2009, 8:00am at ingredient / Park Place, 11563 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.

This event has all the "ingredients" to make a perfect networking opportunity. Join us for our September Morning Coffee hosted by ingredient Restaurant and Park Place right in Barkley Square.

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members will participate in some fabulous Leawood Chamber networking while enjoying their morning pick-me-up provided by our hosts. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, August 28th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Quarterly Member Orientation OR090904

Sep. 11, 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!

Leawood Community Events

Frog's Leap Wine Dinner

Aug. 14, 2009, 7:00pm at Sullivan's Steakhouse, 4501 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Sherry Joseph – sullivans.leawood@steakco.com 913-345-0800
Cost: Call Sullivan's for event cost and reservations. Weblink: http://www.sullivansteakhouse.com/

Sullivan's Steakhouse invites you to a five course dinner with each course complimented with a Frog's Leap Wine:

FROG’S LEAP VINEYARDS WINE DINNER

Presented by
Kylor Williams
Owner ~ Winemaker

August 14, 2009
7:00 pm

I
SEAFOOD CEVICHE
Marinated Prime Seafood | Citrus | Cilantro | Vine Ripe Tomato
2007 Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc

II
BROILED BLOCK ISLAND SWORDFISH
Eggplant Caponata | Basil | Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2007 Frog’s Leap Chardonnay

III
DUCK LEG CONFIT SALAD
Hand Pulled | Pomegranate Sauce
2006 Frog’s Leap Merlot

IV
1200 – DEGREE FILET
Char Broiled Filet Mignon | Goats Cheese-Spinach Yukon Gold
Mashed Potatoes | Rosemary Jus
2006 Frog’s Leap Cabernet

V
CALIBRAUT CHOCOLATE TORTE
Blueberry Coulis
2005 Frog’ ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Art Show at Park Place Gallery of Fine Art

Aug. 14, 2009, 5:00pm at Park Place Gallery of Fine Art, 11560 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Rachelle Craig – 913-469-8001
Cost: No Fee Weblink: http://www.theparkplacegallery.com/

Park Place Gallery of Fine Art is pleased to host Walter Edelman, of Edelman’s Fine Art for a weekend show Friday, August 14th 5-9 PM and Saturday, August 15th from 12-6 PM.

Mr. Edelman is a leading New York art dealer and critic. Walter will be showing original art in all styles including graphic works by major artists.

There is no fee for the show. Event will run for this weekend only!

"Jazz It Up" Summer Concert Series at One Nineteen

Aug. 15, 2009, 4:00pm at One Nineteen, 119th and Roe, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Amy Kraft – AKraft@reddevelopment.com 913-788-3700
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.onenineteenshopping.com/promotions.asp

Enjoy the smooth summer sounds of live jazz featuring Kansas City's best jazz performers. "Jazz It Up" is a free summer concert series at One Nineteen taking place every Saturday from 4:00-6:00 p.m. throughout the summer. See web link for a complete list of performers.

Farmer's Market

Aug. 15, 2009, 7:00am at Blue Valley Recreation Complex, 137th & Antioch, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

New market in southern Johnson County. All products are grown within a 125-mile radius of Overland Park. Every Saturday morning through October 17, 2009.

Organic Farmers Market at One Nineteen

Aug. 17, 2009, 3:00pm at One Nineteen, 119th and Roe, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Amy Kraft – AKraft@reddevelopment.com 913-788-3700
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.onenineteenshopping.com/promotions.asp

Enjoy a unique selection of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables along with herbs and fresh-cut flowers. Seasonal offerings will also be available. The organic farmers market will take place at One Nineteen every Monday and Wednesday through September 30 from 3-6:30 pm.

Tunes on Tuesdays

Aug. 18, 2009, 6:00pm at Park Place, 117th & Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Barb Matt – info@destinationparkplace.com 913-381-2229
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.parkplaceleawood.com

Every Tuesday from 6-8 pm in June, July, and August, listen to live music from great local musicians and spend the evening at Park Place!

For a complete list of performers, please visit http://www.parkplaceleawood.com.

KC Organics Farmer's Market at Park Place

Aug. 19, 2009, 10:00am at Park Place, 117th & Nall, Leawood, 66211
Weblink: http://www.parkplaceleawood.com

Stop by Barkley Square every Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm to get high-quality organic fare!

Real World Marketing

Aug. 20, 2009, 7:30am at Commerce Bank, 11405 Nall Ave, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Shelly Doan – shelly.doan@commercebank.com 816-234-2250
Cost: Free! Weblink: http://www.commercebank.com

Commerce Bank is excited to present Kelly Doyle, Director of Business Development at Lundmark Advertising, who will show you how to increase revenue and make informed decisions when it comes to promoting your business. Delicious Breakfast and Door Prizes. You won't want to miss this engaging speaker!

Art Show and Reception

Aug. 21, 2009, 5:30pm at M&I Bank, 11301 Nall Avenue, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=428

This show will feature the works of artists Cecil Brown, Myrna Minnis, Okpara Nosakhere, and Dawn Trinkler. Musical entertainment will be provided by harpist Julia Shieldmeyer. Refreshments will be served.

News & Announcements

SAVE THE DATE

Please Join Overland Park Place
as they Celebrate their Silver Anniversary!
Thursday, September 24th
4 - 7 PM
6555 W. 75th Street
Overland Park, KS 66204

Overland Park Place has been a leader in retirement community living for 25 years. As they mark their Silver Anniversary, they invite you to join them as they honor the professionals who do so much for the seniors in their community. Be their guest for One Shining Evening, enjoy delicious hors d’ hoeuvres, a champagne toast, and the chance to relax with your colleagues at their community, loved by residents for 25 years. Please RSVP to Beverly Kelly at 913-383-9876 by Monday, September 21st. See you there!

BIDS FOR KIDS 2009 "Tailgate Party"

Join the Leawood Rotary as they host a tailgate party to benefit three great children's charities "FIRST DOWN FOR DOWN'S SYNDROM, MARILLAC AND SYNERGY SERVICES".

Bids for Kids 2009 is a dinner event featuring silent and live auctions and dancing following the auctions.

The event is Saturday, September 26th at 6:00pm at the Ritz Charles in Overland Park. For more information, contact Gary Bussing at 913-647-4405 or garyb@leawood.org.

Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - July 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.

AesthetiCare Medi-Spa & LipoDissolve www.greatskinkc.com

All Seasons Party & Tent Rental www.allseasonstentrental.com

Andrè's - Hawthorne Plaza www.andreschocolates.com

Associates Solutions, Inc. www.associates-solutions.com

Avila University www.avila.edu

Bank of Kansas City www.BankofKansasCity.com

Bonefish Grill www.bonefishgrill.com

Cable-Dahmer of Kansas City www.cabledahmerkc.com

United Methodist Church of the Resurrection www.cor.org

Cochran, Head, Vick & C ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Member Profile

Documart, Inc.

Documart is an owner operated full service printing company. They produce computer to plate offset printing in 4 color process and spot colors, and offer high speed digital printing in color as well as black and white. Graphic design, typesetting and full pre-press services are also available. Finishing capabilities include binding, folding, collating, perforating, scoring, numbering, padding, saddlestitch, shrink wrap, and daily UPS shipping.

Contact Documart to discuss all your printing needs:

Documart, Inc.
10316 West 79th Street
Shawnee, KS 6214
913-649-3800

Leawood Chamber of Commerce
4707 W. 135 Street, Suite 270, Leawood, KS 66224
Web: www.leawoodchamber.org
Email: chamber@leawoodchamber.org
Voice: 913-498-1514 Fax: 913-491-0134

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