December 2014 Chamber Link Newsletter

DECEMBER 2014

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2015 Board of Directors Chamber Gift Certificates NEW Member Events Ribbon Cuttings Member News Networking Opportunities December Calendar

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Yours Truly,

2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Carolyn McKnight, Ed.D., Chair University of Kansas Edwards Campus Joe Stasi, Chair-Elect Saint Luke’s East Hospital Vicky Cundiff, Treasurer Weed Man-Turfs Up Bob Glaser, Chair Emeritis Summit Bank of Kansas City VICE CHAIRS Jeff Sullivan, Community Development Commerce Bank Rosalie Newkirk, Membership Development HSMC Orizon LLC Brian Hutchin, Business & Economic Development UMB Bank BOARD MEMBERS John Brown Hollis + Miller Architects Jon Garlow Wells Fargo Advisors Trisha Goodale Pulaski Bank Home Lending Rodney McBride John Knox Village Paul McClain Freedom Wealth Advisors Lesley McKeone Spilker, McKeone & Nelson PC Cindy Miller Columbia College - Kansas City Tyler Morehead Morehead Agency LLC Chip Moxley Tingle Flooring Dr. Matt Niewald Matt A. Niewald, DDS Colleen Sliffe Carrow Real Estate Services KC Kelly Spencer Bank of Lee’s Summit Terry Trafton Lakewood Counseling TMC Molly Wichman Life Transformation Fitness Jeremy Wood Cinematic Visions EX-OFFICIO Steve Arbo City of Lee’s Summit Carl Chinnery, Legal Counsel Chinnery, Evans & Nail, PC Dr. David McGehee R-7 School District Dr. Kirk Nooks MCC-Longview Mayor Randy Rhoads City of Lee’s Summit CHAMBER STAFF Nancy Bruns, President Mark Dickey, Vice President Gina Seibel, Director of Communications Chrissy Symes, Director of Special Events Cathy Young, Director of Member Services Sue McMilian, Administrative Assistant Nedra Hoover, Bookkeeper Marilyn Pemberton, Part-time Assistant

Looking Ahead to 2015 I am honored to be the incoming 2015 Lee’s Summit Chamber Chair of the Board.

As envisioned by our powerful brand, “Yours Truly”, I am proud to work on behalf of a business community that values partnership, professional development, innovation, loyalty, growth, and character. I hope to model these values and engage the community to fulfill our mission: creating opportunities for business success.

Opportunities with the Chamber come in many forms…

• Partnering with the Chamber and supporting the community with sponsorship of events.

• Taking advantage of the professional development programming, Recess for Success, Leads Groups, and Leadership Lee’s Summit.

• Promoting innovation with BOOST Lee’s Summit.

• Enhancing loyalty and promoting each others’ business by

attending networking events such as: Monthly Luncheons, Before and After Hours.

The whole is always greater than the sum of the parts! The Chamber’s board of directors, staff, and committees already provide the outstanding foundation. Earning 5-star accreditation in 2014 was a distinguished accomplishment that we should celebrate and leverage for future success.

Help us grow the Chamber and its sphere of influence by applying your skills, influence, and resources to fulfilling the purpose of one or more of our many committees: Membership, Ambassadors, Governmental Relations, Education, Visitors Council, Young Professionals, Health Care or Business Development Council.

I am excited and humbled with the opportunity to serve as your 2015 Chair and want to say “thank you” to my family, colleagues and Chamber friends for their support. I also appreciate the dedication from our past Chair, board, staff, committees and, particularly, your contributions in making Lee’s Summit a great place to work, live and raise a family.

Yours Truly, Joe Stasi, CFO Saint Luke’s East Hospital 2015 Chair of the Board

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vicky Cundiff Chair-Elect Weed Man-Turfs Up

Tyler Morehead, Treasurer Morehead Agency, LLC

Carolyn McKnight, Ed.D Chair Emeritis University of Kansas Edwards Campus

Jon Garlow, Vice Chair of Membership Development Wells Fargo Advisors

Kelly Spencer, Vice Chair of Community Development Bank of Lee’s Summit

John Brown, Vice Chair of Business & Economic Development Hollis + Miller

Carol Baker KCP&L

Susan Coffman Lee’s Summit CARES

Tim Denker Denker Law Firm

Trisha Goodale Pulaski Bank Home Lending

Brian Hutchin UMB Bank

Paul McClain Freedom Wealth Advisors

Leslie McKeone Spilker, McKeone & Nelson

Chip Moxley Tingle Flooring

Rosalie Newkirk HSMC Orizon, LLC

Dr. Matt Niewald Matt A. Niewald, DDS

Colleen Sliffe Carrow Real Estate Services KC

Jeff Sullivan Commerce Bank

EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS

Steve Arbo, City of Lee’s Summit Carl Chinnery, Legal Counsel,Chinnery, Evans & Nail, PC Dr. David McGehee, R-7 School District Dr. Kirk Nooks, MCC-Longview Mayor Randy Rhoads, City of Lee’s Summit

OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERS Terry Trafton Lakewood Counseling Service TMC

Molly Wichman Life Transformations Fitness

Jeremy Wood Cinematic Visions

Bob Glaser, Summit Bank of Kansas City Rodney McBride, John Knox Village Cindy Miller, Columbia College - Kansas City

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Shop Lee’s Summit Chamber Members this Holiday Season Need a last-minute gift or just don’t know what to buy that special person? The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce has the solution.

The Chamber has a program that benefits our members as well as the residents of our community. The Chamber Gift Certifcate program is an easy program that offers versatile gift certificates redeemable at any participating Chamber member.

A Chamber Gift Certificate may be purchased at the Chamber office, 220 SE Main Street, in the historic train depot. Along with each check, a list of participating members is provided. The recipient can then redeem it at any participating Chamber business listed.

The FREE program provides a unique benefit to our members, and affords the consumer a choice to pay for any type of goods or services.

Chamber members and residents are encouraged to use Chamber Gift Certificates as a gift-giving solution throughout the year and especially during the holiday season.

By purchasing a Chamber Gift Certificate consumers keep their shopping dollars local. Chamber Gift Certificates come in $10, $25 or $50 increments.

If you want to be added to the list of participating businesses contact Cathy Young at 816.524.2424.

Annual Gala Save the Date: January 24, 2015 The Lee's Summit Chamber's Annual Gala will be held on Saturday, January 24, and is one of the highlights of the year! Keep an eye out for formal mailed invitations in January.

The event features entertainment, a live and silent auction, awards program, mingling and merriment!

With almost 500 members and guests in attendance, it is also a great opportunity to show your support and gain excellent exposure through one of our exclusive sponsorship opportunities.

• Entertainment Sponsor • Silent Auction Sponsor You can also showcase your business by donating to the extravagant silent auction.

To make a donation or to secure a sponsorhip contact Chrissy Symes at 816.524.2424.

Thank you to this year’s Title Sponsor.

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Let Us Help Package Your Marketing Dollars for 2015 As you plan for the upcoming year, consider the unique opportunities that the Lee’s Summit Chamber provides you in promoting your business.

Chamber partnerships are a unique marketing tool that reaches both Chamber member businesses as well as the local community. Your business automatically gains the publicity and brand recognition you need, in a positive and receptive environment. Business and community leaders recognize and appreciate companies that help them gain knowledge and make important contacts.

We offer a limited number of Chamber Partnerships which allow you to combine all or some of our events into one package. If you are already planning to participate in some of our events, a partnership package actually saves you money – and gives you great exposure on our weekly e-newsletters, Chamber Link and signage. Call 816.524.2424 for more information.

Chamber Adds New Online Calendar for Member Events!

Due to popular request the Chamber has added a new feature for our members, it is an online Chamber Member Calendar of Events.

This calendar allows you to post your own seminars, open houses, fundraisers and other events hosted by your business.

Your event must meet the following criteria: • Your business is a current member in good standing.

• The event does not conflict with a Chamber sponsored event.

In addition to this new feature, the following online services are also available to you. Read below to see how you can log in to post deals, coupons, job openings, news articles, events and more!

Member Deals Are you looking for new ways to drive business your way? The online Member Promotions service may be the solution you’ve been searching for!

This is a great place to post special offers and coupons for your business.

Jobs The job market is full of excellent candidates.

Help them find you by advertising your job openings on our online Job Search service.

News Did you receive an award? Did a new member join your firm? Are you moving offices? Do you have some other news you’d like to share? Use our online News Center to spread the word.

Stories submitted here are sometimes reprinted in this newsletter, too.

Events You can also advertise your community special event or festival on our online Community Calendar of Events. Events must be open to the general public. Seminars and classes are not included. As a reminder, seminars and classes can be added as part of the Member Events calendar.

Please contact Cathy Young, director of member services, at 816.524.2424, or cyoung@lschamber. com with any questions.

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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations High Touch Technologies

Signature Massage of Kansas City

On November 5, High Touch Technologies celebrated a ribbon cutting and open house at their new location at 100A SW 3rd St.

On November 11, Signature Massage of Kansas City celebrated a ribbon cutting at their newest location at 3450 NE Ralph Powell Road, Suite A.

High Touch Technologies provides technology solutions to small and midsize businesses across the country.

They provide many services including web development, communications, IT management, data services, software and more.

Who doesn’t love to relax? Signature Massage of Kansas City has the art of relaxation mastered. Set up an appointment for a full body massage, facial or therapeutic treatment. Your mind and body will thank you.

Casburn & Company CPAs

December 3, 2014 Annual Holiday Reception On November 12, Casburn & Company CPAs celebrated a ribbon cutting at their new location at 211 NW Executive Way. Casburn & Company is a full service public accounting firm providing comprehensive income tax, accounting and business consulting for individuals, corporations and not-forprofits. The firm specializes in small to mid-size businesses, offering assistance with accounting, payroll, tax and QuickBooks.

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Longview Mansion • 5–7 p.m.

1200 SW Longview Park Drive Please bring a non-perishable food item or a monetary donation to be given to a non-profit Chamber member.

Adults only, please.

Register online at lschamber.com under the Calendar of Events tab.

Committee Highlight Business Development Council Recess for Success

The Business Development Council develops and delivers high quality educational and training programs for Chamber members. Its primary mission is to monitor and fulfill the educational and training needs of small businesses and serve as a resource for Chamber member businesses to succeed.

Each year the BDC surveys the membership to identify relevant, timely and interesting topics that are important to the business community.

From these surveys the BDC selects the topics for the Recess for Success professional development series held the first Tuesday of each month. During these seminars attendees are introduced to experts in their respective disciplines and are provided the opportunity to ask questions and discuss business issues.

The lineup for the 2015 Recess for Success seminars can be found on the Chamber calendar. The BDC is always looking for great presenters who are willing to share their time and knowledge. If you would like to be considered as a presenter or if you would like more information about the Business Development Council contact Mark Dickey at 816.524.2424 or mdickey@lschamber.com.

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• Child and Adolscent Services • Senior Services We accept most health insurance plans and Medicare.

Member Renewals Blackwell, Nill & Francois, D.D.S. 41 Zoetis 41 Berry Jennings State Farm Insurance 40 Lee’s Summit Medical Center 37 William Luther, D.D.S. 36 ABI Corporation 29 Meyer Companies, Inc. 29 Lee’s Summit Fire Fighters Local 2195 27 Longview Mansion, L.L.C. 26 Nat’l Research Ctr for College & Univ Adm 26 Talley’s Auto Body, Inc. 26 McDonald’s-PBI Industries, Inc. 24 Integral Construction Services, Inc. 23 TPP Certified Public Accountants, L.L.C. 23 Monica’s School of Dance 22 Missouri Central Credit Union 21 RCE-Lighting, Energy, & Technology 19 Space Center Kansas City, Inc. 18 Carey Law Firm, L.L.C. 16 Dean’s Trophies, Shirts & Awards 16 Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC 15 University of Central Missouri 14 Cameron’s Home Furnishings 13 Office Depot 13 Professional Cleaning 13 RED Development 13 Prudential - Dynasty Financial Inc. 12 Reinhart Foodservice 12 William Sunderland, CPA, EA, CFP® 12 Insurance & Benefits Group, L.L.C. 12 Celebration Party Rentals, Inc. 11 Fender Family Dentistry 11 James Legal Services, P.C. 11 Marshall’s Lawn Service, Inc. 11 Summit Computer Solutions 11 US Bank-Douglas 11 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC 11 James D. Schuette, D.D.S., P.C. 10 Janet L. Sanders, Attorney 10 Jose Pepper’s Lee’s Summit, L.L.C. 10 Lee’s Summit Roofing 10 Aurora Plastic and Hand Surgery 9 Farm Bureau Insurance-Wayne Burch 9 Henry’s Antiques, Collectibles & Tea Room 9 Creative Blow Mold Tooling 8 Four Seasons Sunrooms 8 Haynes Benefits PC 8 Lund Law Offices, L.L.C. 8 Rejuvenate Mind-Body Wellness Center 7 Kristen Niewald, D.D.S., L.L.C. 6 Pulaski Bank Home Lending 6 Servpro of Lee’s Summit 6 SipVine, Inc. 6 Tingle Flooring 6 Buffalo Wild Wings 5 Coffee News KC Metro 5 Graphic Resources, Inc. 5 Lee’s Summit Downtown Rotary Club 5 The Law Office of Kelly, Symonds & Reed LLC 5 AAA Insurance & Travel 4 Executive Lending Group, L.L.C. 4 Family Care at Arbor Walk 4 Heartland Brokerage Services 4 Pro Deo Youth Center 4 Elwood Staffing 3 Kathy Hughey 3 Signature Behavioral Healthcare 3 Thirty 9° North 3 Friendly Computers 2 Ginger Sue’s 2 Kansas Asphalt, Inc. 2 Moyer & Moyer Insurance Agency, Inc. 2 Rusty Carriage Co. 2 Spectrum Strategies LLC 2 Summit Pediatrics LLC 2 The Main Event, Inc. 2 American Roofing and Exteriors 1 Dana Arth CPA, LLC 1 Duct Doctor USA of Kansas City 1 Green Field Energy Group / E & Q Heating 1 & Cooling Hawthorn, A Bed & Breakfast 1 Heartland Quality Heating & Cooling LLC 1 ISSCO, INC. 1 Kansas City Kidney Consultants 1 Lee’s Summit MSTA 1 Midwest Neurosciences Institute at LSMC 1 Panera Bread - Chipman Road 1 Work Express-Community Services League 1 page 7

A New Vision for Economic Development at Lee’s Summit City Hall

The City of Lee’s Summit’s Development Center has been a flurry of activity since opening in January.

From Red Development to North Point, all the way to traditional mom and pop shops hoping to open their doors in Lee’s Summit, business leaders and entrepreneurs are finding the new way of doing business at City Hall to be a breath of fresh air.

Development Center Director Mark Dunning said once all the people and processes were in place, the new mantra of “Lee’s Summit Means Business” began to take shape quickly.

And, not surprisingly, helping people do business started with just that – people.

Dunning’s trio of project managers – Chris Hughey, Dawn Bell and Mike Weisenborn – continue to walk dozens of interested businesses down the road of codes, forms, studies and permits.

“Putting the project managers at the forefront and marrying them and the applicant before they even go to a meeting, was an early key,” Dunning said.

Eliminating the old “us vs. them” stigma of City Hall, Dunning said that fostering a partnership with businesses signaled an immediate change in philosophy. Not only does the project manager 1-on-1 style make for easier access to economic development, but it allows the team to better track business data.

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around an ombudsman to work with local businesses.

However, Dunning and his team took that concept a step further. Those project managers each brought a depth and breadth of knowledge to their new roles.

A better business process at City Hall will gain more advocates for doing business in Lee’s Summit, Dunning said.

The Development Center’s team is receiving telephone calls, walk-ins and inquiries via email daily about opening a business in Lee’s Summit. Businesses inquiring about setting up shop in Lee’s Summit have ranged from mom-and-pop establishments to larger enterprises whose owners may or may not have considered opening here in the past.

In a recent nationwide survey conducted by North Star Destination Strategies, respondents were 12.9 times more likely to advocate Lee’s Summit “As a Place to Conduct Business” compared to 200 other cities in 40 states across the nation.

In 2015, the Development Center will continue to fine tune processes and look for ways to ease business license renewals and continue to be a part of the discussion regarding incentives and policies.

Those interested in learning more about starting or growing a business in Lee’s Summit can call 816.969.1220 or visit LSmeansbusiness.net.

Member News Our Lady of the Presentation School Named National Blue Ribbon School Our Lady of the Presentation is one of 337 schools selected as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2014. OLP is one of only 50 private schools honored. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and The Department honored OLP and other schools in early November at a recognition ceremony in Washington DC. The National Blue Ribbon Schools program honors elementary, middle and high schools where students either achieve very high learning standards or are making notable improvements in closing the achievement gap. In its 32-year history, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has bestowed this coveted award on just under 7,900 of America’s schools.

OLP was named an exemplary high performing school.

Exemplary High Performing Schools are among

their state’s highest performing schools as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests.

“These great schools are fulfilling the promise of American education – that all students, no matter their name or zip code, can flourish when schools provide safe, creative, and challenging learning environments,” Duncan said.

“National Blue Ribbon Schools are models of consistent excellence and a resource for other schools and districts.”

Lee’s Summit Resource Recovery Park can Benefit Businesses Many of the same benefits of the Resource Recovery Park afforded to residents of Lee’s Summit are also available to businesses in town.

Electronic items accepted include: cables/cords, cable boxes, cash registers, cell phones, computers, copiers, DVD players, external drives, faxes/scanners, keyboards, laptops/monitors/mouse, MP3s, iPods, network equipment, PDAs, printers/cartridges,

projectors, satellite dishes, servers, stereos, TVs, typewriters, UPS units, VCRs and video game consoles.

The RRP yard waste and recycling division is located at 2101 SE Hamblen Road. The North Recycling Center is located at 1951 NE Douglas Road and operates Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. For more information on fees and items, visit LSlandfill.net.

Dr. Dane Receives Honor from Missouri Dental Association Dr. John Dane, Truman Medical Center Lakewood Dental Director, was named the 2014 Missouri Dental Association Distinguished Service Award winner.

The Distinguished Service Award is presented to a member with a long history of exemplary service and dedication to the dental profession and organized dentistry. Dr. Dane exemplifies service by devoting almost his entire career toward working with the indigent and geriatric patients as well as his devotion to education.

As the dental director at TMC Lakewood, not only is he leading a team of dental providers in treating the sick and disadvantaged, but he also is in charge of the

residency program with 5-6 graduate students. He has spent 36 years educating thousands of students through the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. He has been instrumental in providing hospital-based dental care while providing residents with extensive experience most dental programs could not provide. Along with these responsibilities, Dr. Dane also runs three mobile dental units with eight staff members.

Have news about you or your business that you would like to share?

Send press releases and photos for consideration to gseibel@lschamber.com

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December Networking Opportunities & Seminars

Register for the events below online at LSchamber.com under the Calendar of Events

chamber erhours t f a Socialize Build Business Join fellow Chamber members on December 11 from 4:30–6 p.m. for Chamber After Hours at Baird Group Real Estate, 304 SE Third Street.

Join us for a hilarious evening of holiday cheer based on Chevy Chase’s Christmas Vacation movie.

Walk right on set with movie-themed props and photos, and compete for comical prizes.

Prepare for personal encounters with Clark, Ellen, Catherine, Uncle Lewis, Aunt Bethany and even crazy Uncle Eddie. It’s a Griswold holiday experience you won’t want to miss!

Winning Strategies for a Successful 2015 December 2 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | JKV, Manhattan Rm Presenter: Tom Schreiber, Schreiber Training & Consulting It’s December, the year is winding down and your 2014 strategies either moved you forward or didn’t pan out as you’d hoped. With the coming of a new year, how clear is your strategy to accomplish what’s important to you, your team and your business?

Join us for the Winning Strategies for a Successful 2015 workshop where you will uncover new insights and identify steps to take to proactively move you closer to the success you deserve.

Recess Sponsor: Full Voice

Join us for a festive end-of-year luncheon! We will recognize our outgoing committee chairs and board members and allow a select number of lucky attendees the opportunity to give a 1-minute infomercial about their business (luck of the draw).

Reservations can be made online at LSchamber.com, under the Calendar of Events tab, or by calling 816.524.2424. Deadline to register is December 17 at noon. Registration is required.

December 19 • 11:30 a.m. –1 p.m.

MCC-Longview, 500 SW Longview Road

Luncheon Sponsor: MCC-Longview

Looking for a great and affordable way to promote your business? Consider sponsoring an event in 2015.

For more information or to check on available dates Contact Chrissy, director of special events, at csymes@lschamber.com or 816.524.2424.

Registering for events is easy at LSchamber.com! Just click on the event you wish to attend, and then login with your member representative ID. Need help or don’t know your password? Call 816.524.2424

Welcome to Our Newest Chamber Members Administrative Office Coordinators Karen Israel 10205 STONEHAUS DRIVE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 547-8421 E: aoc.karen@gmail.com

Get In Shape For Women

Teresa Yockey 407 SW WARD ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 554-0153 E: leessummit@getinshapeforwomen.com gettinshapeforwomen.com

High Touch Technologies

Main Slice Pies & Pints Pat & Leah Maloney 235 SE MAIN STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 600-5184 E: l.day5@hotmail.com mainslice.com

Paulsen Communications

Beth Bahner 4121 NE EDGEWATER COURT LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (913) 669-3319 E: beth@paulsencomm.com paulsencomm.com

Shull Financial Group, LLC

Trevor Henke 100A SW 3RD STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 537-4166 E: info@hightouchinc.com hightouchtechnologies.com

Integrity Home Care

Matt Collier 3675 S NOLAND ROAD SUITE 222 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 (816) 254-3131 F: (816) 777-1775 E: matt.collier@integrityhc.com integrityhc.com

Kansas City Home Medical Supply Ed Lewis 400 SW WARD ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 908-2977 E: info@kchomemed.com kchomemed.com

Emily Hays Matthew Shull, CLU, CFP® 618 SW 3RD STREET, STE I LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 479-4100 F: (816) 479-4485 E: info@shullfinancial.com shullfinancial.com

Signature Massage of Kansas City

Ellen Hamilton 3450 NE RALPH POWELL ROAD STE. A LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 525-7171 E: ellen@massagetherapy.com signaturemassagekcmo.com

Summit Hickory Pit BBQ Cathryn Birchfield 1012 SE BLUE PARKWAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 246-4434 F: (816) 246-0164 E: shpbbq@sbcglobal.net thesummithickorypitbbq.com Volkswagen Lee’s Summit

Jeff Davis

2225 NE INDEPENDENCE AVENUE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 E: jdavis@vwsouthtowne.com vwleessummit.com

West Central Construction

Micah Walje 112 SE ROSE GARDEN LANE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (660) 473-4799 E: westcentralconstruction@gmail.com westcentralconstructionmo.com

Western & Southern Life

Carson Graff 8500 W 110TH STREET SUITE 155 OVERLAND PARK, KS 66210 (816) 410-5606 E: carson.graff@wslife.com wslife.com

Wilshire Hills Community

Pat Carter 3360 WILSHIRE DRIVE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 524-3130 F: (816) 524-3167 E: wilshirehills@fairwaymanagement.com fairwaymanagement.com

For a complete list of Chamber members visit, LSchamber.com or download the FREE LS Chamber smartphone app (available for iPhone and Android).

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December 2014 Calendar December 2 • 3:30–4:30 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Winning Strategies for a Successful 2015 PRESENTER: Tom Schreiber, Schreiber Training & Consulting

LOCATION: John Knox Village - Manhattan Room SPONSOR: Full Voice December 3 • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot • 5-7 p.m., Holiday Reception, Longview Mansion, 1200 SW Longview Park Dr December 4 • 7:30 a.m., Health Care Committee meeting, Select Physical Therapy, 557 SE Melody Lane December 9 • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting, Saint Luke’s East Hospital-Lee’s Summit North Medical Pavilion, 110 NE Saint Luke’s Blvd, Suite 245 December 11 • 7:30 a.m., Executive Committee meeting, Depot • 8 a.m., Visitors Council Meeting, Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road • 4:30 p.m., Chamber After Hours, Baird Group Real Estate, 304 SE 3rd Street December 12 • 10 a.m., Ribbon Cutting - Total Body Fitness Center, 920 NE Columbus Street December 17 • Noon, Board of Directors meeting, Longview Mansion, 1200 SW Longview Park Drive.

December 19 • 7:30 a.m., Governmental Relations Committee meeting, John Knox Village - Manhattan Room • 11:30 a.m., Monthly Membership Luncheon PRESENTER: 1-minute infomercials (luck of the draw) LOCATION: MCC-Longview, 500 SW Longview Rd SPONSOR: MCC-Longview December 25-26 • Chamber Office Closed

Thanks for a great year! Yours

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2014 Partners GOLD

Great Southern Bank Humana Health KCP&L Lee’s Summit Medical Center Reinhart Foodservice Tingle Flooring

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Bank of Lee’s Summit Discover Vision Centers HSMC Orizon, LLC John Knox Village Lead Bank Lee’s Summit Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Mazuma Credit Union Metcalf Bank Paradise Park Saint Luke’s East Hospital Sprint Steppin’ Out – The Studio Summit Bank of Kansas City The Wilson Group, Inc. Truman Medical Center Lakewood University of Central Missouri Wal-Mart Zoetis

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Truly,

Nancy Bruns, CCE, President | Mark Dickey, IOM, Vice President Gina Seibel, Director of Communications | Chrissy Symes, IOM Director of Special Events Cathy Young, IOM, Director of Member Services Sue McMilian, Administrative Assistant | Nedra Hoover, Bookkeeper Marilyn Pemberton, Part-time Assistant

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