Looking Ahead to 2012
A list of the 2012 executive committee, current, new and retiring board members can be found on page 2.
Member News 3 Dec. Luncheon 5 Annual Dinner Info 5 New Members 6 Payroll Change 6 Ribbon Cuttings 7 Dec. Calendar 8
a letter from Diane Forte, incoming chair of the board As we embark on 2012 it is natural to look for change. As we all know in business (and life) nothing ever stays the same, but isn’t that what makes our stories so interesting? Let’s make this year, this chapter of our lives, an opportunity for growth in our businesses and within ourselves.
as a result, we are able to continue on and grow stronger.
Over the past few years, the story of our economy has served up some challenges and tried to change our happy endings. There have been hurdles to jump, detours to avoid and road blocks that made us stop and think. However, through it all, we have learned to count on each other and to use the resources around us, and
It is my honor and privilege to serve as the 2012 Chair of the Board. Myself, along with the Board of Directors, chamber staff, committee chairs and countless volunteers, are all committed to help create opportunities to help your business to grow.
The Lee’s Summit Chamber is a great resource and has played a big role in my story, and I invite you to let it do the same for your business. Our Chamber continues to adapt and implement new programs to better serve our members. There are countless opportunities for you to market your business and build relationships with all types of community-minded individuals like yourself. The Chamber even works on your behalf if you are unable to attend events through marketing, governmental relations and much more.
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