July 2013 Chamber Link

July 2013

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Updated Chamber Mission Scholarship Winner Chamber Wins Award Shop LS Winner Cocktails & Caddies Member News Networking Opportunities July Calendar

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Yours Truly,

Pictured Above: Dale and Shirley McNeall enjoyed meeting Royals Sportscaster Ryan Lefebvre at the June Monthly Membership Luncheon.

2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Bob Glaser, Chair Summit Bank of Kansas City Dr. Carolyn McKnight, Chair-Elect University of Central Missouri Joe Stasi, Treasurer Saint Luke’s East Hospital Diane Forte, Chair Emeritis Dean’s Trophies, Shirts & Awards VICE CHAIRS Vicky Cundiff, Community Development Weed Man-Turfs Up Tyler Morehead, Membership Development Morehead Agency LLC Chip Moxley, Business & Economic Development Tingle Flooring BOARD MEMBERS Bill Baird Baird Group Real Estate John Beaudoin Lee’s Summit Journal John Brown Hollis + Miller Architects Marcus Henley Bukaty Companies Brian Hutchin UMB Bank Rodney McBride John Knox Village Paul McClain Freedom Wealth Advisors Cindy Miller Columbia College - Kansas City Rosalie Newkirk HSMC Orizon Dr. Matt Niewald Matt A. Niewald, DDS Kelly Spencer Bank of Lee’s Summit Debbie Starke Eastland Community Foundation Jeff Sullivan Bank Midwest Deborah Swank KCP&L Jeffrey Williams Heritage Companies 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

Chamber’s Vice President Graduates from Institute for Organization Management

Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is pleased to announce that Mark Dickey, IOM, vice president of the Lee’s Summit Chamber, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate Recognition signifies the individual’s completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management.

“Institute graduates are recognized across the country as leaders in their industries and organizations,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s vice president of Institute for Organization Management. “These individuals have the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve professional and organizational success in the dynamic association and chamber industries.”

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates.

Institute’s curriculum consists of four week-long sessions at five different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and membership, Institute participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively.

“Chamber Institute, as we know it, has been invaluable to me and my peers across the country,” said Chamber President Nancy Bruns. “Our Chamber is fortunate to now have four graduates of the Institute program on staff. It takes dedication and commitment to our profession to complete the course and we are proud of Mark for this accomplishment.”

Updated Chamber Vision, Mission and Values As part of the accreditation process for the Lee’s Summit Chamber, the Board of Directors has evaluated and updated the vision, mission and values of the organization. Approved at June Board meeting were the following: VISION: Be the champion for the Lee’s Summit business community.

MISSION: We create opportunities for business success through networking and advocacy, as well as business and professional development. We provide leadership by serving as a catalyst for the economic growth and prosperity of the Lee’s Summit community.

VALUES: The following values have been defined.

• Participation: We value our members’ active involvement and engagement within the Chamber’s wide array of opportunities and programs.

• Partnerships: We value our partnerships and strategic alliances with the Lee’s Summit educational community; Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street; City of Lee’s Summit; and Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council.

• Leadership: Using our leadership role in the community, we value the opportunity to develop leaders through a variety of programs, including Leadership Lee’s Summit.

• Training & Development: We value the opportunity to serve our members as an educational resource through a variety of professional development programs.

• Growth: We value the opportunity to assist our members in building, growing and enhancing their business success.

• Influence: We value the opportunity to advocate on behalf of our membership on the many local, state and federal issues that arise for public debate.

• Integrity: We value our credibility within the community earned by our staff and membership.

• Respect: We value and respect each and every member, including the strengths and input that each provides to the Chamber.

• Corporate Responsibility: We value the importance of creating an ethical and high-quality business environment within our community.

• Diversity: We value the diverse make-up of our membership and our community and strive to strengthen our diversity.

Every five years the Chamber completes the accreditation process through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Accreditation with the United States Chamber of Commerce is the only program of its kind that defines excellence in chamber planning and recognizes chambers for outstanding contributions toward positive change in their communities.

The purpose of the U.S. Chamber’s Accreditation Program is to facilitate continuing excellence in the chamber industry and to foster a pro-business environment across America. Only 217 Chambers are currently accredited.

Chamber Awards First Lifelong Learning Scholarship Kamara Scott, an employee with the R-7 School District, was awarded the first Lifelong Learning Scholarship from the Lee’s Summit Chamber.

Scott is currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in Technical Business Management When asked why he should be selected for the scholarship Scott stated, “I will use my education to give back to the community, and I have a passion for electrical work as well as being a manager. I know how to treat people and care about their well being. I don’t take any thing for granted or any person. I know the definition of hard work and have the tools and the drive to make sure that I do the work to reach my goals.”

The lifelong learning scholarship was created as a result of the success of the Chamber's Dancing with the Chamber Stars fundraising events in 2011 and 2012.

The Chamber has not only built upon funding that supports the four high school scholarship awarded annually, but also created an additional $1,000 scholarship for Lifelong Learning.

The Chamber's Education Committee is passionate about lifelong learning and has established a scholarship to support those that seek to continue their education beyond high school.

Requirements to apply for the scholarship were as follows: at least 24 years, employed a minimum of 20 hours per week by a business that is a current member of the Lee's Summit Chamber.

To learn more or to join the Chamber’s education committee contact Chrissy Symes at 816.524.2424 or csymes@lschamber.com

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Chamber Wins National Award for Communications Excellence The Lee’s Summit Chamber has received an Award of Excellence in a national competition sponsored by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), a national association of professionals who manage chambers of commerce.

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The Chamber received the award for its 2012 “Shop Lee’s Summit Campaign”. In 2012 the Lee’s Summit Chamber was granted funding by the city of Lee’s Summit to implement a city-wide Shop Lee’s Summit Campaign. The goal of the campaign was to educate residents on the importance of shopping locally and encourage them to do so. The Chamber launched the campaign in spring 2012. The multi-faceted campaign featured a new logo, press releases, posters, fliers, and ads. The most unique and wildly successful part of this campaign was the Shop Lee’s Summit Contest.

“The 2012 Shop Lee’s Summit campaign and contest was an effort led by our Visitors Council,” said Director of Communications Gina Seibel. “It was a fun project and I enjoyed working with our awesome committee of volunteers to design and execute this campaign. Most importantly is the great response we got from the Shop Lee’s Summit contest. Through the contest we were able to reach many residents and educate them on the importance of shopping here.”

The 29th annual Awards for Communication Excellence program this year attracted 142 entries from chambers of all sizes across the U.S. A threejudge panel of chamber executives evaluates the entries and selects winners in four categories: advertising, electronic, publications and campaigns.

"At the heart of every effective chamber of commerce you’ll find outstanding communications in a variety of media,” said ACCE President Mick Fleming.

“We’re proud to highlight the truly exceptional communications work that chambers create as they advance the interests of their communities.”

$1,000 cash!

Shop Lee’s Summit Winner Awarded $1,000 Shelia Hilker is the lucky winner of the Shop Lee’s Summit $1,000 prize. Hilker was awarded her $1,000 check on June 21 during the annual Parks and Recreation concert Rock the Green.

The Shop Lee’s Summit contest was created by the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city of Lee’s Summit to educate and encourage residents to purchase goods and services in Lee’s Summit to improve the quality of the community. When residents Shop, Dine, Play in Lee’s Summit, the additional sales tax dollars go toward improving the community and supporting its many needs.

To enter the contest residents had to fill out an official entry form and attach five original receipts from five separate businesses in Lee’s Summit.

This was the second year for the contest. The contest began May 1 and ended on May 31. The Chamber received 1,003 entries, totaling $143,700.94.

“My staff heard several times how excited residents were about the contest,” said Nancy Bruns, Chamber president. “However, more important than the excitement were the comments from individuals that said the contest made them really stop and think where they decided to spend their money. I think the real success of the

campaign comes from the number of individuals we educated and changed habits on where they spend their dollars.”

When asked how she would spend the money, Shelia stated she was unsure, but was definitely going to Shop Lee’s Summit!

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Help welcome new Lee’s Summit teachers this year by donating goodie bag items. We are looking for 100 items each that the teachers can use in their classroom.

Please, no brochures, business cards or fliers.

This is a great way to promote your business and treat our new teachers.

All donations should be received no later than July 19 to the Chamber office.

Contact Chrissy, csymes@lschamber.com, for more information. page 5

Caring... it’s in Our Blood!

The Chamber has joined forces with the city of Lee’s Summit and Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street to host a Community Blood Drive on Monday, August 5. The donor bus will be located at City Hall, 220 SE Green Street from 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

During part of the day, 106.5 The Wolf will be doing a live radio remote.

Additionally, all participants will be able to enter to win various prizes from Lee’s Summit businesses, and the chance to win a trip to Walt Disney World from the Community Blood Center.

To schedule an appointment to donate blood that day, visit esavealifenow.org, and enter the sponsor code, cityleessummit. If your business would like to donate a prize please, contact Chrissy Symes at csymes@lschamber. com or 816.524.2424.

Attention Ladies... Cocktails & Caddies is BACK! 2012 Caddies

The Chamber’s wildly popular all women’s golf tournament (minus the caddies) is back for its fourth year! This year’s tournament is July 12 at Teetering Rocks and will be sponsored by Infusion Express. So ladies, it’s time to organize your team of three women. Then, at the tourney luncheon, your team will bid on your fourth player, a male, from those showcased in the LIVE AUCTION! The highest bidder each round of the auction will get their pick of the fourth player/caddy/beverage runner/ball washer/etc. The bidding will continue until all teams have a full foursome. Minimum bid is $50 per caddy. Total number of teams is limited to 18, so get your registration in ASAP. Only four team spots remain! There is a $50 fee per player which includes a fun and delicious luncheon, nine holes of golf, awards reception and cocktail party!

Visit LSchamber.com for registration information or call Chrissy Symes at 816.524.2424.

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Ribbon Cuttings Bank of Kansas City

Bank of Kansas City, 1710 NE Douglas Street, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on May 30.

Bank of Kansas City’s mission is, “To provide exceptional financial expertise to our customers through nationally competitive products and services delivered in a personalized and responsive manner. We are committed to achieving exceptional growth in profitability and shareholder value.”

Cornerstone Mortgage, Inc.

On June 17, Cornerstone Mortgage, Inc., 200 NE Mulberry, Suite 10, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members.

Cornerstone Mortgage is a full service mortgage banker and direct seller/servicer to FNMA and a Ginnie Mae issuer/servicer.

Cornerstone Mortgage is also a ProLoan Approved Lender. They have in-house processing, underwriting, and closing so their clients experience a superior loan process at a lower cost.

Member Renewals

Metcalf Bank-291 Highway 28 Lee’s Summit Economic 27 Development Council CK Enterprises, Inc. 26 Twin Lakes Insurance Agency 26 Midwest Tire and Service, Inc. 25 Custard’s Last Stand 24 Karl Bertram, attorney 23 Steppin’ Out - The Studio 23 AFC Heating & Cooling 22 Pavestone Company 18 Attic Storage of Lee’s Summit 17 Langsford Funeral Home 17 Beacon Press 15 Metcalf Bank-Woods Chapel 15 Home Builders Association 14 B & T Specialties 13 Bank of Lee’s Summit - SW Main 13 Hampton Inn 13 Garozzo’s Ristorante 12 Hilton Garden Inn Independence 12 Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co.-Chipman 11 HNTB Corporation 11 Alissa’s Flowers & Interiors 10 Custom Eyes 10 DVA Enterprises, Inc. 10 Grass Pad, Inc. 10 Summit Collision Center, Inc. 10 Aztec Signs and Designs 9 Reece & Nichols Realtors-Cox 9 Cartridge World-Lee’s Summit 8 Metcalf Bank-Oldham Parkway 8 SERC Physical & Hand Therapy 8 H & H Roofing 7 Power On Technologies, Inc. 7 Summit Plastic Surgery & Medspa 6 Orkin LLC 5 Summit Art 5 Camron L. Hoorfar, Attorney at Law 4 Casburn & Company CPAs 4 Creative World School-Lee’s Summit 4 Dale’s Automotive Collision Repair Center 4 SureWest 4 Central Communications Credit Union 3 Heartland Companies, Inc. 3 State Representative Gary L. Cross 3 Structural Engineering Associates, Inc. 3 The Shepherd’s Way Ministries, Inc. 3 The Spa at Aurora Highlands 3 Brightergy Solar 2 Dahmer Drywall & Painting 2 Edible Arrangements 2 Arvest Bank-291 Highway 1 Independence Events Center 1 Insperity 1 Insurance Pros Inc. 1 Linda Lutz, Broker/Sales Person 1 Midwest Vacuums 1 PostNet 1 Strange Music, Inc. 1 T-Mobile 1page 7

An Ad is Not a Brand Ads are the fast food of marketing. As I used to tell my students, an ad is like a date-you see each other one time. A brand, on the other hand, is like falling in love. That is, your brand connects on a deeper emotional level and you can’t wait to see each other again. Ads represent short-term thinking, and as Richard Branson, CEO & Founder of the Virgin Group has said, “short-term thinking delivers shortterm results, which is the biggest enemy of building your brand.”

Think about it. You run an ad to promote your product or service, hours of operation, maybe even include a price point, a phone number and a web address. You love it, you show it to your employees and they tell you how much they love it. Maybe, even your neighbors stop you on the street and tell you that they saw your ad and they love it. Right about now you’re feeling pretty confident about your advertising expertise. Then something happens. You fall victim to the dreaded “me too” syndrome. One of your competitors runs an ad too. And why not? Your competitors can duplicate your product or service in a matter of weeks if they put their minds to it.

your audience from all competitive messaging.

Brands are steeped in research and therefore cultivate an emotional preference and loyalty by creating a relationship with your target audience. Great brands convey a single promise that resonates with the consumer because it speaks to their needs, wants and desires. Hopefully your brand’s promise, is directly linked to a fervent wish or solution to a problem.

Listen-up Facts: 1. It is no longer about selling. It’s about creating relationships with customers that create an emotional preference for your brand.

2. Selling a product based on price and availability will ensure that you will stay a product rather than become a brand.

3. Communication today must focus on “Consumer Wish Fulfillment” NOT “Advertiser Wish Fulfillment.”

4. Staying relevant is the main challenge facing businesses today.

5. Most businesses don’t have an objective perspective and therefore make assumptions that aren’t as obvious to individuals outside their business.

Brand leaders not only define the category, but their messaging eventually becomes part of the culture by creating their own mind-space: Just Do It, The Big Apple, The Real Thing, I’m Lovin’ It, The Happiest Place On Earth...

Yours Truly,

James McKenna Community Brand Manager jmckenna@lschamber.com

However, the one thing your competitors can never duplicate is your BRAND, because your brand inoculates

Oktoberfest is Coming Soon!

This highly anticipated community event is just around the corner, and NOW is the time to get involved! The 2013 Lee’s Summit Chamber Oktoberfest, presented by Pinnacle Bank, is set for September 27 & 28.

As members of the Chamber, a number of sponsorship packages are available to you that are not open to the public. Take advantage of the opportunity to market your business, and support the biggest Chamber fundraiser of the year.

opportunity provides you with an affordable way to interact with the public in your very own booth.

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There are sponsorship levels of all sizes to accommodate every business. To receive an electronic sponsorship packet just email Chrissy Symes, csymes@lschamber. com.

With over 75,000 expected attendees over the weekend, can your business really afford not to be a part of this amazing event?

Kids Street booth applications and details are now available online at lsoktoberfest.com. This unique

For additional information about the festival, visit lsoktoberfest.com.

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Member News & Announcements Mavericks Unveil Season 5 Logo The Missouri Mavericks made many business announcements in early June.

The Mavericks’ President, Brent Thiessen, unveiled a logo celebrating their 5th Season, and announced multiple player signings. The Mavericks also announced their home opener will be on Saturday, November 2, and previewed a new Orange Jersey design among other items.

The Mavericks Season 5 logo incorporates their horseshoe logo with a hockey stick and shield. The team will once again honor the famous phrase of Independence-native, 33rd President Harry Truman, with a slightly different spelling of “Give M Hell” as their campaign slogan for the 2013-14 season. The Mavericks unveiled a new design for their alternate orange jersey featuring the Season 5 logo, as well as black and white variations of the home and away jerseys featuring the Season 5 logo on the shoulder.

See the recently signed players online at missourimavericks.com

Infusion Express is Setting Sights on Expansion Infusion Express put out an offering for about $500,000 in securities and has closed on about half of that, with a goal of closing on the other half by July, said CEO Don Peterson.

Peterson and three colleagues launched the company in November 2012, and he said they plan to open several more locations throughout Kansas City, beginning with Overland Park.

Infusion Express offers drug infusions for patients with chronic or acute illnesses outside of a hospital or doctor’s office setting. That helps them to keep costs down — they don’t have the large overhead associated with hospitals and are able to buy drugs directly from manufacturers instead of through a pharmacy — and it

also allows them to offer evening and weekend hours.

“When we think about what that does for patients who need infusions every four to six weeks for the rest of their lives — and generally they have to take a half day off work to do that — it’s of tremendous value,” he said.

Many people who have chronic conditions like Crohn’s Disease, colitis, multiple sclerosis and iron deficiencies use drug infusion therapies every several weeks to manage their conditions.

Peterson said companies like his already exist in larger markets, and he hopes to expand rapidly in the Midwest in some smaller markets. They’re eyeing a handful of Kansas City locations then hope to move into St. Louis.

Journal Wins Nine Golds at 2013 Heart of America Awards The Kansas City Press Club gave out nine gold awards to the Journal in the annual 2013 Heart of America Awards competition. The awards were presented at a noon luncheon June 22 at the Grand St. Café.

“I am proud of the depth and breadth of our awards this year from the SPJ Chapter in Kansas City,” Publisher John Beaudoin said. “From features to beat writing to sports to photography, we did well in every category against some of the best newspapers in the Midwest.

“I continue to be proud of our news trio, Russ, Toriano and Ashlee, and the amount and quality of work we get done each week to put out the Lee’s Summit Journal. I would put these three up against any weekly news team in the state.”

The Journal picked up 18 awards total.

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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July 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 On July 11 from 4:30–6 p.m. join Saint Luke’s East Hospital, 100 NE Saint Luke’s Boulevard for Chamber After Hours. Attendees can enjoy appetizers and enter a drawing for a gift packet including two tickets to the Boo Ball, a Saint Luke’s bag, umbrella and water bottle.Come join us and end your day on a high note, and while building business relationships!

Finding the Ninja Within July 9 • 3:30–4:30 p.m. John Knox Village - Manhattan Room Presenter - Garrett Gardner, Full Voice Learn what only a few people within every industry are able to successfully do - draw people to them and get things done. This seminar will address the essential elements that you must possess to get people to listen to you, take you seriously and take the desired action. Come away with insights and proven techniques on how to increase your credibility level by enhancing your personal brand, trust your awareness so you can unscript your presentations and act more authentically, bring an air of selfconfidence to every situation, and so much more.

BEFORE HOURS

Brew up Business Brew up business this month at the Chamber Before Hours on July 23 from 7:30–8:30 a.m. at Four Season Sunrooms, 821 SW Oldham Parkway.

Don’t forget to bring your business cards so you can enter to win. A light breakfast will also be provided to help fuel you up for a great day!

“Leadership the Marion Way” July 19 • 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.

Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road Join Jim McGraw, Bob Rogers and Michie Slaughter, three former executives of Marion Laboratories, as they describe the key clarities and values that Mr. Ewing Kauffman instilled throughout his organization.

Reservations can be made online at lschamber. com under the Chamber Events tab, or by calling 816.524.2424. Deadline is July 17 at noon.

Registration is required.

Sponsored by: Lee’s Summit Journal

Need a doctor?

Saint Luke’s Concierge can help find the right physician for you.

Call 816-932-5100

Welcome to Our Newest Members Bishops Concrete Design Inc. Brian Bishop PO BOX 1949 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 246-7447 F: (816) 246-7448 E: bcd.best@sbcglobal.net

Access Records Management

Brian Smith 126 EAST HARGIS STREEET BELTON, MO 64012 (816) 331-7200 F: (314) 218-3497 E: brian@ accessrecordsmanagement.net www.accessrecordsmanagement. net

ActiveData

Mike Maksin 1708 NE WOODLAND SHORES COURT LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (630) 200-1561 E: mike@activedatamobile.com www.activedatamobile.com

The Asplund Group, LLC Kirby Asplund, CBC 232 NW HICKORY STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 478-4170 E: kirby.asplund@ theasplundgroup.com www.theasplundgroup.com

Awaken Whole Life Center

Tara Hitzig 1901 NW BLUE PARKWAY UNITY VILLAGE, MO 64065 (816) 347-5580 F: (816) 607-0467 E: hitzigtl@unityonline.org www.awakenwholelifecenter.com

Better Bodies Pilates

Lisa Cherepak 3387 NE RALPH POWELL ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (913) 219-7779 E: info@betterbodiespilates.com www.betterbodiespilates.com

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Ryan Wenrich 1736 NW CHIPMAN ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (785) 554-6113 E: rwenrich1@gmail.com

DMPopportunities

David Prinster 2851 SW PETERSON ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (913) 488-8721 E: dmpopportunities@yahoo.com www.dmpopportunities. organogold.com

Farmers Insurance

Dee Decker 340 SE BORDNER DRIVE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 305-3090 F: (888) 325-0107 E: ddecker@farmersagent.com

Home Finishings

Mary Beth Ansari 1301 NE DOUGLAS STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 524-1499 F: (816) 524-1499 E: homefinishings@gmail.com www.homefinishings.net

Pillars of Truth Church

Melonee Cain 611 SW 3RD STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 554-0884 E: potruth@yahoo.com www.potruth.com

SERC Physical & Hand Therapy of Independence

Callie Stephens 19310 E 50TH TERRACE SUITE A INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 (816) 533-6931 F: (816) 565-4235 E: cstephens@serctherapy.com www.serctherapy.com

SouthernCare Hospice

Jay Mahanes 1240 NE WINDSOR DRIVE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 524-3663 F: (816) 524-3669 E: jay.mahanes@southerncareinc. com www.southerncareinc.com

Summit Community Thrift Store

Jackson County Economic Development Department

Ben Kuto 202 NW OLDHAM PARKWAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 524-5774 E: summitcommunitythriftstore@ gmail.com www.summitthriftstore.com

On-Point Career Strategies

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

Robbie Makinen 415 EAST 12TH STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64106 (816) 881-3333 F: (816) 881-3133 E: rmakinen@jacksongov.org www.jacksongov.org

Debra Bronston PO BOX 1862 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 769-0011 E: debra@on-pointcareerstrat egies.com www.on-pointcareerstrategies.com

A membership directory supplement has also been included with this newsletter. page 11

July 2013 Calendar 220 SE Main St. • Lee’s Summit, MO 64082

July 4 & 5 • Chamber Office Closed July 9 • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot • 3:30–4:30 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Finding the Ninja Within

PRESENTER: Garrett Garder, Full Voice LOCATION: John Knox Village - Manhattan Room

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Current Resident

July 11 • 7:30 a.m., Executive Committee meeting • 8 a.m., Visitors Council Committee meeting, Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road • 4:30-6 p.m., Chamber After Hours, Saint Luke’s East Hospital 100 NE Saint Luke’s Boulevard July 12 • 11:30 a.m., Cocktails & Caddies Ladies’ Golf Tournament, Teetering Rocks Golf Course, 12040 E 86th Street, Kansas City, MO July 17 • 10 a.m., Ribbon Cutting - Personal Finance Company LLC, 1171 NE Rice Road • Noon, Board of Directors meeting, Lee’s Summit Medical Center, 2100 SE Blue Parkway July 18 • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting - Better Bodies Pilates, 3387 NE Ralph Powell Road • 4:30–6 p.m., Chamber Young Professionals Networking Event, Equity Bank Lee’s Summit North, 909 NE Rice Road July 19 • 11:30 a.m., Membership Luncheon PROGRAM: “Leadership the Marion Way” LOCATION: Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road SPONSOR: Lee’s Summit Journal July 23 • 7:30 a.m., Chamber Before Hours, Four Seasons Sunrooms, 821 SW Oldham Parkway July 24 • 8 a.m., Education Committee meeting, University of Centeral Missouri Summit Center July 25 • 8 a.m., Oktoberfest Commitee meeting, Depot July 26 • 7:30 a.m., Governmental Relations Committee meeting, John Knox Village - Manhattan Room, Chipman Road & Jacob Drive July 31 • Noon, Membership Committee meeting, Depot

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2013 Partners GOLD

American Foodservice Great Southern Bank Humana Health Plan, Inc. KCP&L Tingle Flooring

SILVER

Bank of Lee’s Summit Dean’s Trophies, Shirts & Awards Discover Vision Centers Edible Arrangements HSMC Orizon, LLC John Knox Village Lead Bank Lee’s Summit Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep Metcalf Bank Paradise Park, Inc. Saint Luke’s East Hospital Steppin’ Out - The Studio Summit Bank of Kansas City Truman Medical Center Lakewood University of Central Missouri Wal-Mart

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Bank of Kansas City The Examiner KC Metro Insurance Agency Lakewood Counseling Service TMC Lee’s Summit Journal Lee’s Summit Nissan Mazuma Credit Union Missouri Central Credit Union Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys Parker Swearngin, LLP Sideliner Sports Simmons First National Bank Technology Plus, Inc. Tim & Jana Allen-Realty Executives of Kansas City The Wilson Group, Inc. Zoetis

Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Supplement – July 2013 The following are new members who have joined the Lee’s Summit Chamber since our 2013 Membership Directory and the April 2013 supplement was published. Please add this list to your directory and welcome them to the Chamber!

Access Records Management Brian Smith 126 EAST HARGIS STREEET BELTON, MO 64012 (816) 331-7200 F: (314) 218-3497 E: brian@accessrecordsmanagement.net www.accessrecordsmanagement.net ActiveData Mike Maksin 1708 NE WOODLAND SHORES COURT LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (630) 200-1561 E: mike@activedatamobile.com http://m.activedatamobile.com The Asplund Group, LLC Kirby Asplund, CBC 232 NW HICKORY STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 478-4170 E: kirby.asplund@theasplundgroup.com www.theasplundgroup.com Awaken Whole Life Center Tara Hitzig 1901 NW BLUE PARKWAY UNITY VILLAGE, MO 64065 (816) 347-5580 F: (816) 607-0467 E: tara.hitzig@awakenwholelifecenter.com www.awakenwholelifecenter.com Better Bodies Pilates Lisa Cherepak 3387 NE RALPH POWELL ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (913) 219-7779 E: info@betterbodiespilates.com www.betterbodiespilates.com Bishops Concrete Design Inc. Brian Bishop PO BOX 1949 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 246-7447 F: (816) 246-7448 E: bcd.best@sbcglobal.net

Buffalo Lodge Amy Billings 50 SW 1971ST ROAD KINGSVILLE, MO 64061 (816) 265-1744 E: amy@buffalolodgekc.com www.buffalolodgekc.com

Discreet Check Joyce Oxford PO BOX 7167 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 600-2024 E: joyce@discreetcheck.com www.discreetcheck.com

Center for Rheumatic Disease Jo Ellen Strahle 6 NE SYCAMORE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 531-2793 F: (816) 531-2807 E: jstrahle@centerforrheumatic.com

DMPopportunities David Prinster 2851 SW PETERSON ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (913) 488-8721 E: dmpopportunities@yahoo.com www.dmpopportunities.organogold.com

City Wide Maintenance Jennifer Ediger 15447 WEST 100TH TERRACE LENEXA, KS 66219 (913) 888-5700 F: (913) 888-5151 E: jediger@gocitywide.com www.gocitywide.com

Edson Research, LLC Phyllis Q. Edson 205 NW SPRUCE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 305-5828 E: phyllis.edson@comcast.net www.phyllisedson.com

Commerce Private Banking – Healthcare Banking Ashley Boswell 118 WEST 47TH STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64112 (816) 234-2022 F: (816) 234-1954 E: ashley.boswell@commercebank.com www.commercebank.com Cornerstone Mortgage, Inc. Chris Scheer 200 NE MULBERRY, SUITE 101 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 525-9910 F: (816) 525-9911 E: CScheer@CornerstoneMortgageUS.com http://CornerstoneMortgageUS.com Dickey's Barbecue Pit Ryan Wenrich 1736 NW CHIPMAN ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (785) 554-6113 E: rwenrich1@gmail.com

Entercom Radio-Jeff Henning Jeff Henning 3911 CIMARRON STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (913) 744-3625 E: jhenning@entercom.com www.entercom.com The Fairways Bridget Reischl 3460 NE AKIN BOULEVARD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 272-6175 F: (816) 272-6259 E: thefairwaysmomgr@greystar.com www.thefairwaysliving.com Farmers Insurance Dee Decker 340 SE BORDNER DRIVE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 305-3090 F: (888) 325-0107 E: ddecker@farmersagent.com

Freebirds World Burrito Caitlin Noble 860 NW BLUE PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 554-4864 F: (913) 754-2013 E: freebirds@fbmidwest.com www.freebirds.com Geiger Ready Mix Jim Jauernig 150 SE STUART ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (816) 524-8812 F: (816) 524-7445 E: jimjauernig@geigerreadymix.com Graphic Accounting Inc. Roberto & Karen Arredondo 200 NW OLDHAM PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 272-5744 F: (816) 272-5745 E: emeraldconslt@aol.com www.GraphicAccounting.com Home Finishings Mary Beth Ansari 1301 NE DOUGLAS STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 524-1499 F: (816) 524-1499 E: homefinishings@gmail.com www.homefinishings.net Horizon Orthotic & Prosthetic Experience, Inc Michael Schultz 4900 S ARROWHEAD DRIVE, STE A INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 (816) 795-9600 F: (816) 795-9609 E: mike@hopekc.com www.hopekc.com Brian K. Howell, CPA 912 SW GEORGETOWN LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (816) 769-6100 E: bhowell@brianhowellcpa.com Jackson County Economic Development Dept.

Robbie Makinen 415 EAST 12TH STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64106 (816) 881-3333 F: (816) 881-3133 E: rmakinen@jacksongov.org www.jacksongov.org MAACO of Lee's Summit Chris Waag 505 NW BLUE PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 333-5159 F: (816) 524-6845 E: cwaag@donkahan.com www.maaco.com

Marilyn Arnold Designs Marilyn Arnold 4529 NE FAIRWAY HOMES DRIVE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 503-9979 E: ma@marilynarnolddesigns.com www.marilynarnolddesigns.com MC Power Companies, Inc. Bruce Pond 3552 NE RALPH POWEL ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 251-4700 F: (816) 251-4701 E: bpond@mcpower.com www.mcpower.com On-Point Career Strategies Debra Bronston PO BOX 1862 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 769-0011 E: debra@on-pointcareerstrategies.com www.on-pointcareerstrategies.com Personal Finance Company LLC Heather Dillon 1171 NE RICE ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 246-8023 F: (816) 246-8320 E: heather.dillon@pfcloan.com www.personalfinancecompany.com Pillars of Truth Church Melonee Cain 611 SW 3RD STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 554-0884 E: potruth@yahoo.com www.potruth.com Shari Davey--Reece & Nichols Shari Davey 15133 ROSEWOOD LEAWOOD, KS 66224 (913) 706-7461 F: (913) 945-3199 E: ShariDavey@ReeceAndNichols.com www.ShariDavey.ReeceAndNichols.com Rustici Wellness Center Drake Rustici 3552 SW MARKET STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (816) 623-3001 E: rusticiwellnesscenter@gmail.com www.rusticiwellness.com

Sam's Club Donna Griffin 4100 BOLGER DRIVE INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 (816) 350-1687 F: (816) 350-3841 E: donnagriffin33@gmail.com www.samsclub.com SERC Physical & Hand Therapy of Independence Callie Stephens 19310 E 50TH TERRACE SUITE A INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 (816) 533-6931 F: (816) 565-4235 E: cstephens@serctherapy.com www.serctherapy.com SouthernCare Hospice Jay Mahanes 1240 NE WINDSOR DRIVE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 524-3663 F: (816) 524-3669 E: jay.mahanes@southerncareinc.com www.southerncareinc.com Summit Community Thrift Store Ben Kuto 202 NW OLDHAM PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 524-5774 E: summitcommunitythriftstore@gmail.com www.summitthriftstore.com Summit Lanes Amber Jenkins 803 SW OLDHAM PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 524-3322 E: summitlanes2@yahoo.com www.summitlanes.com Vantiv Kim Crawford 407 NW WARD ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 808-3103 F: (816) 600-5903 E: kimberly.crawford2@vantiv.com www.vantiv.com

Salon Allure Katy Gammill 217 SE MAIN STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 524-2902 E: katygammill@yahoo.com www.salonalluremainst.com New Members from 3-19-3 through 6-25-13