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Over 100 public safety members in Lee's Summit have recieved the COVID-19 Vaccine since December.
Who is allowed to administer the vaccine? The vaccine providers available to vaccinate phase 1 (established by State of Missouri) are Federally Qualified Health Centers, Hospitals, and Local Public Health Departments. Additional organizations must enroll to be a vaccine provider and receive approval through the State of Missouri. The state office will verify that the provider meets all requirements to receive, maintain, and administer the vaccine in accordance with FDA Emergency Use Authorization. Vaccine providers can include the following: • Major Health Systems • Large Chain Pharmacies • Small Chain Pharmacies • Independent Hospitals • Independent Physicians • Local Health Departments • Independent Long-Term Care Facilities • Independent Pharmacies • Volunteer Mobile Vaccinators
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ANNUAL Report 2020
220 SE Main Street | Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 816.524.2424 | LSchamber.com
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Chamber
2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Update
As the year progressed, we continued to find new hurdles to jump and problems to solve. Our events staff and volunteers were quick on their feet to adjust to a digital world and turned member favorites into virtual fun. When we had to make the difficult decision to cancel Oktoberfest, our biggest event of the year, our event committee immediately pivoted to develop safe events for members to enjoy through the remainder of the year.
While it is easy to focus on the negative aspects of 2020, and there were plenty, I want to focus on the growth and success I saw in our organization and our members over the past year. I could not be prouder to call Lee’s Summit home and have served as the Chair of the Board of Directors during these difficult times.
As 2020 came to a close, the Chamber was able to remain a valuable resource through continued economic upset. In October, the Chamber was able to join forces with Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council, Downtown Lee’s Summit and Velocity to help distribute $250,000 in CARES Act funding in the form of $5,000 grants to 65 local businesses. Chamber staff was also able to create a robust advertising campaign that flooded the city with a message to shop local. Despite a national rise in online sales, Lee’s Summit business owners saw an increase in foot traffic and sales during the holidays.
From the very first day the pandemic began to impact our city, the Chamber of Commerce was working tirelessly to support our members. Within hours of news that Jackson County would experience a shelter in place order and businesses would be classified as “essential” and “non-essential,” with the latter shuttered, Chamber staff and board members were on the phone making contact with members. Just days ahead of a complete shutdown, the Chamber completely adapted its business model to shift from a focus on events and programming to advocacy and assistance. Staff spent countless hours working independently with members to answer questions about financial assistance and connecting them with fellow member banks that could facilitate CARES Act funding. I’m proud that when the proverbial fire started, the Chamber was one of the first on the scene to help put it out.
No matter the challenge, the Chamber was able to succeed with the help of our incredible community. In a year of such division, I am grateful to be a part of a city that is unified and will always answer the call in a time of need.
Yours Truly, Trisha Goodale, Midwest Property Resources 2020 Chair of the Board
Executive Committee
Tim Denker
Carson Graff
Chair-Elect Denker Law Firm
Jon Garlow
Treasurer Central Bank of the Midwest
Chair Emeritus StrongBox Wealth
Debbie Stoddard
Kristi Johnson-Ware
Tim Van Zandt
Vice Chair of Vice Chair of Vice Chair of Membership Development Community Development Economic Development Budget Blinds of Central Bank of the Midwest Saint Luke’s Health System Lee’s Summit
Board Members Kirby Asplund
Jennifer Craig
Laurie Johnson
Cara McElhaney
Lauren Moxley-Johnson
Brian Barton
Chrissy Graheck
Brian King
Elaine Metcalf
Joel Wilson
John Beaudoin
Candace Jennings
Laura Maxwell
Robyn Miller
The Asplund Group, LLC MC Power Companies, Inc. KC Communications & Media Matters
ReDiscover
John Knox Village
Paychex, Inc.
Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile
Ascentist Ear, Nose & Throat
Mid USA Insurance Agency, Inc. R-7 School District
Pro Deo Youth Center
Tingle Flooring
Edward Jones - Office of Joel Wilson, Financial Advisor
Woods Chapel United Methodist Church
Ex-Officio Members Steve Arbo
City of Lee's Summit
Carl Chinnery
Chinnery Evans & Nail, P.C.
Dr. David Buck R-7 School District
Mayor Bill Baird City of Lee's Summit
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OUR MISSION The Lee’s Summit Chamber serves its members by creating a dynamic business environment founded on leadership, advocacy, collaboration and success in the Lee’s Summit community
2020 AT A GLANCE
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EVENTS
We got creative!
911
MEMBERS
97 NEW MEMBERS 83.7% RETENTION
65 GRANTS
Distributed to local businesses in partnership with LS Economic Development Council, Downtown Lee’s Summit and Velocity at $5K apiece.
Largest Business Sectors 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Health Care Banking/Financial Retail Restaurants Insurance
6,116
likes on the Chamber’s Facebook page
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Real Estate Non-Profits Construction Home Services Attorneys
75,000+
views on LSchamber.com in the past year
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COUNTLESS crucial connections made. Each
leading to financial aid, investment, support and patronage.
1 million+
earned media impressions promoting the support of local businesses
300+
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Shared with members!
Chamber
2020 HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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1. MEMBERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE The moment the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic took hold in Lee’s Summit, member businesses immediately stepped up to help their neighbor. Through donated food, essential goods, time and money, our members showed the true meaning of community spirit.
2. BOB GLASER HONORED Chamber legend, Bob Glaser, received the Missouri State Senior Service Award from Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe. Lt. Governor Kehoe presented Glaser with the award at the Chamber offices alongside Missouri State Senator Mike Cierpot.
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3. TIED TOGETHER In response to many member businesses being shuttered and deemed “non-essential” in the early stages of the pandemic, the Chamber developed a program called Tied Together to unify our community. The program garnered over 100 participants that showed strength and solidarity in reopening stronger than ever.
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4. NEW STAFF Lisa Frogge joined the Chamber staff as the new Director of Membership and Ad Sales.
5. ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC With a great deal of help from volunteers and our Golf Task Force, the Chamber was able to host a successful, safe and soldout Golf Classic.
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6. SO GLAD WE HAD THIS TIME TOGETHER Little did we know, early on in 2020, that our Good News Breakfast would be the last time we were all together in a large group. It’s only fitting that we were celebrating our city and the Kansas City Chiefs! 4 • Lee’s Summit Chamber
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Chamber
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2020 PARTNERSHIPS Thank you to the following businesses who invested in the Chamber through the partnership program.
PLATINUM
St. Luke’s Health System
GOLD
TRULY THE BEST BUSINESS OF THE YEAR WINNERS Truly the Best Not for Profit – Pro Deo Youth Center is a teen development center that has existed for over ten years because of their culture of honesty and openness where teens are not afraid to ask for help. Pro Deo provides an environment where teens feel valued. A big part of the culture is teaching teens the importance of giving back through service. For the future, Pro Deo plans to increase the capacity of teens served by building their donor base, increasing communication with constituents and being transparent to the stakeholders. Truly the Best 5 or Less Employees – BPM Dance Complex is an educational performance facility for the dancer that wants to take their dancing to the next level. BPM Dance Studio is all about what is called the 4 Carat Diamond Values. Within a short time, they’ve been asked to participate in the World of Dance TV show for two seasons, won numerous national and international championships and always maintained a goal of helping their kids learn and dance no matter the career path. BPM is like a family and each year they celebrate the staff by having teacher appreciation week, holiday parties and other staff outings thanking them for their dedication. Truly the Best 6-20 Employees – KC Dumpster Company
is the fastest growing sanitation and roll-off service provider in the Kansas City metro area. KC Dumpster is dedicated to giving back to the community they service. They donate containers to a number of charitable organizations including Project Hope, Fellowship Greenwood’s Live to Bless weekend and Little Sisters of the Poor. Employee satisfaction and recognition is a huge part of the culture with KC Dumpster. The employees receive a number of benefits to include “Franklin Friday” where employees are surprised with $100 bills to start their day! KC Dumpster strongly believes in grace. Many of their employees come to the company looking for a second chance and find their new “work home.”
Truly the Best 20+ Employees – Simmons Bank was founded in 1903 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. For more than 100 years, they have worked hard to make customers’ dreams come true. Simmons Bank has a culture and mission that reflects in their commitment to culture cornerstones. All five cornerstones are reflected in everything they do – how we interact with each other, our customers and our vendors and business partners. The bank donates more than a million dollars annually through time, talent and treasure to the communities they serve. Employees at Simmons Bank receives additional PTO hours for volunteering and the bank observes a companywide giving month by encouraging the staff to get out of the office and into the community.
Evergy(KCP&L) Great Southern Bank Reinhart Foodservice Security Bank SERVPRO of Lee’s Summit Tingle Flooring
SILVER
BerganKDV, Inc Central Bank of the Midwest Citizens Bank & Trust CommunityAmerica Credit Union Ascentist Ear, Nose & Throat Farmers Insurance - Jason Langston Agency John Knox Village Lee’s Summit Medical Center Midwest Property Resources Paradise Park StrongBox Wealth St. Mary’s Medical Center University of Central Missouri-Lee’s Summit
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B Positively Promoting U, Inc. Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit Chinnery Evans & Nail, P.C. Diffactory Door Systems, Inc Lead Bank Jackson Insurance Group,Inc Johnny’s Tavern Lee’s Summit Julia Hampton CPA, PC KC Dumpster Company Longview Funeral Home & Cemetery Mazuma Credit Union MO Association of Trial Attorneys Missouri Central Credit Union Parker Swearngin LLP Life Goals/ Rodney Loesch CFP-Waddell & Reed Simmons Bank Republic Services Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC TPC Interiors , Inc. Weed Man Where Your Money Went
Chamber
Update
For over 50 years, the Lee’s Summit Chamber has welcomed new businesses with the time-honored tradition of a ribbon cutting. A ribbon cutting symbolizes new beginnings, a fresh start or even a dream come true. So, when businesses were temporarily closed as a result of the pandemic, we decided to call upon the concept of this beloved tradition to do what we do best: bring people together. These members were able to use this program to host a virtual re-opening ceremony, show they were open for business and express solidarity in the strength of the Lee’s Summit business community: Midwest Property Resources
Kidz First Therapy
Chinnery Evans & Nail PC
Edward Jones-Office of Joel
Cinematic Visions
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Wilson, Financial Advisor
Transformations
Weed Man
KC Communications & Media
B&L Plumbing Service, Inc.
Cookie Jar Bakery Southeast Enterprises
Matters
Sandler Training
Zen Massage & Facials
The Hunter Group
Igniting Business
Mindful Momentum Residential Engineering Services In Harmony Therapeutic Massage, LLC St. Michael the Archangel Catholic High School Retirement Plan Advisors Dyer Oil Graphics Budget Blinds Lees Summit Turf Etc. LLC, DBA SYNLawn Salvus TG, LLC Denker Law Firm LLC Great Southern Bank Paths Elder Law Capital Investment Management Door Systems, Inc. Where Your Money Went Central Bank of the Midwest Rejuvenate Mind-Body Wellness Center Cartridge World-Lee’s Summit Summit Square Apartments 6 • Lee’s Summit Chamber
Shining Light Music The Historic Browning Guest House Developing Potential, Inc. Home Instead Senior Care Pro Deo Youth Center Bombshell Studio ReDiscover Farmers Insurance - Jason Langston Agency Orchid Aesthetics & Wellness Press Monkey Studio LSR7 School District Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council Cynda Sells Realty Groups, LLC Unity Village Dean’s Trophies Cremation Society of KS & MO Beyond Wealth Advisors Security Bank Moyer & Moyer Insurance Agency, Inc. Flavor Spice Shop & Specialty Food Market
Mr. Handyman of Lee’s Summit
Whistle Stop Coffee and Mercantile Mid USA Insurance Agency, Inc. Mike Keith Insurance, Inc. Summit Theatre Group
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
BerganKDV, LTD
All A’ Bloom Flower & Gifts
Element Medical Imaging
Llywelyn’s Pub
Parker Swearngin, LLP
Kansas City Foot and Ankle
Terri Diehl Agent
Country Club Bank
American Family Insurance
HyVee, Inc.
Pure Barre Lee’s Summit
B & T Specialties
CycleBar Lee’s Summit
LeaderOne Financial
CommCARE Behavioral
FASTSIGNS of Lee’s Summit
Health
Woods Chapel UMC
Great Southern Bank
Real Country 1030AM KCWJ
Diffactory
Julia E. Hampton, CPA, PC
Hampton Inn Lee’s Summit
Real Property Management
Longview Funeral Home &
Consultants Code Ninjas Camp Quality Greater Kansas City Rachel House Pregnancy Resource Centers
Cemetery Summit Strength Physical Therapy Coldwater Raytown-Lee’s Summit CCU Betty Simmons Team/RE/
RE/MAX Heritage
MAX Best Associates
John Knox Village
The Love Law Group LLC
Tingle Flooring
Heritage Companies
A Thyme For Everything
Mokan Photo Booths
Lee’s Summit CARES
Downtown Lee’s Summit
Lee’s Summit Medical Center
Main Street
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Chamber
2020 FINANCIALS Revenue 11%
Expenses
6%
3% 41%
25%
Update
8%
$1,064,490
47%
826,640 20%
17%
Membership
21%
Programs & Events
Community Marketing & Tourism
Publications
Miscellaneous
Administrative
Programs & Events
Community Marketing & Tourism
Publications
Operating Expenses
CHAMBER STAFF
Matt Baird, IOM President
Lisa Frogge
Megan Gray
Director of Membership and Ad Sales
Director of Special Events
Jordan Straits
Cathy Young, IOM
Creative Coordinator
Taylor Smith
Director of Marketing & Communications
Director of Operations
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