March 2016 Chamber Link Newsletter

March 2016

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Retirement Announcement Business Field Trips Women’s Conference Chamber Challenge Ribbon Cuttings Member News & Events Networking Opportunities March Calendar

Lee’s Summit Chamber members embraced their creativity and participated in a painting activity at February’s After Hours event at Got Art Gallery in downtown Lee’s Summit.

Yours Truly,

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2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Vicky Cundiff, Chair Weed Man Tyler Morehead, Chair-Elect Morehead Agency, LLC Rosalie Newkirk, Treasurer HSMC Orizon, LLC Joe Stasi, Chair Emeritus Saint Luke’s East Hospital VICE CHAIRS Terry Trafton, Community Development Lakewood Counseling TMC Colleen Sliffe, Membership Development Cushman and Wakefield Tim Denker, Economic Development Denker Law Firm, LLC BOARD MEMBERS Stacey Brodersen Coffelt Land Title, Inc. John Brown Hollis + Miller Architects Susan Coffman Lee’s Summit CARES Jon Garlow Wells Fargo Advisors Trisha Goodale Pulaski Bank Home Lending Clint Haynes NextGen Wealth Kim Klockenga John Knox Village Andy Lock Summit Grill & Bar Mike Maksin N2 Publishing–Neighborhood Publications Lesley McKeone Spilker, McKeone & Nelson PC Dr. Matt Niewald Matt A. Niewald, DDS Ben Seidel Igniting Business, LLC Kelly Spencer Bank of Lee’s Summit Molly Wichman Life Transformations Personal Training 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, CCE, President Matt Baird, Director of Business & Gov’t Relations Stephanie Kusek, Director of Communications Stacy Needels, Director of Special Events Cathy Young, IOM, Director of Member Services Darla Hall, Advertising Manager Gina Seibel, Creative Director Anne Aubuchon, Administrative Assistant Nedra Hoover, Bookkeeper Marilyn Pemberton, Part-time Assistant

President Nancy Bruns Announces Retirement After more than 15 years with the organization, Lee’s Summit Chamber President Nancy Bruns has announced her retirement effective June 30, 2016.

Bruns began her chamber career in 1986, and has served at three different chambers. She joined the Lee’s Summit Chamber as President in 2000. At that time, the organization employed three full-time staff, operated with a $300,000 budget and sustained a membership of 500 members.

Since beginning her tenure, the Lee’s Summit Chamber has grown immensely. The organization gained financial stability and operates debt-free with a $1.2 million budget, employing seven full-time and two part-time employees. Membership has doubled to 1,000 members and continues to attract businesses to the area.

In 2005, Bruns was awarded the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) designation. The organization also received the highest designation 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in 2014 under her leadership. Last year, the depot underwent renovations made possible by successful fundraising events, and additional staff was brought on to produce all special publications in house.

Bruns’ Chamber leadership expands far beyond Lee’s Summit, having served on the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri (CCEM) board of directors from 1991-2004, including as president in 2002-2003. In 2007, she earned the CCEM “Top Level” award. She also served on the board of the Leadership Missouri Alumni Association, serving as President in 2004.

Plans following her retirement include spending time with family, including her new granddaughter, as well as traveling. “It’s been a very tough decision for me to make, but I know it’s the right time for the organization and for me personally,” said Bruns.

The board of directors will appoint a search committee soon and a national search will be conducted to find the best person to fill the role. “We have the best staff and board in place for the transition,” said Bruns. “I have a lot invested in this organization and community, and am confident the organization will continue to be successful and grow to new levels. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Lee’s Summit.”

Chamber Introduces New Business Field Trips The most recent program launched by the Chamber, called “Business Field Trip...Who Knew?” is designed to drive traffic into businesses while providing educational and entertaining experiences for members. Field trips are open to all members at no cost and serve as fun, non-traditional networking events.

The quarterly field trips allow members the opportunity to highlight the ins and outs of their business and engage members in hands-on activities related to their business. Members will tour various facilities, hear success stories and advice from business leaders who have fought through the trials and tribulations of entrepreneurship.

Business Field Trip...Who Knew? will debut with Frontier Justice at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 29. Limited spaces available; RSVP required. Register online at LSchamber.com under the calendar of events tab. Contact Matt Baird at 816.524.2424 with questions about the program.

Hop on the Train for Legislative Day in Jefferson City Jump on board the Amtrak on Tuesday, April 12 and join fellow Chamber members for a full day in Jefferson City where you’ll hear from legislators and state officials, tour the State Capitol, attend sessions and network with other members. The day begins at 8:15 a.m. and returns to Lee’s Summit at 8:50 p.m.

Itinerary

Suggested Tours/Activities

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• State Capitol Tour: 2:20 p.m.

• Self-guided tour of Jefferson Landing/ Lohman Building • Attend House/Senate Sessions • Visit the Top of the Capitol Building • Explore the Missouri State Museum • Additional tours to be determined

Check-In & Breakfast Depart for Jefferson City Meet at Truman Building for Lunch Meet Legislators & State Officials Optional Tours/Activities Private Reception Board Train for Lee’s Summit

The cost to attend is $60 per person and space is limited. The deadline to register is Thursday, March 3. Register online at LSchamber.com under the calendar of events. Contact Stacy Needels at 816.524.2424 or sneedels@lschamber.com with questions about the trip.

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Leading Ladies Women’s Conference Returns in April Mark your calendar for a day dedicated to personal and professional enrichment as the Lee’s Summit and Grandview chambers of commerce partner together for a conference focused on leadership, work-life balance and communication for the professional woman.

Join us from 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Friday, April 8 at The Aspen Room at The Stanley, 308 SE Douglas St. for an afternoon of keynote speakers, networking, vendor showcases, a catered lunch and cocktail hour. This event promises to leave you feeling inspired and ready to face what’s next.

The cost to attend is $75 per person; register online at LSchamber.com. The deadline to register is Friday, March 25.

VENDOR BOOTHS - $150 • 6’ display table with linen • Opportunity for one representative at booth, which includes their reservation to participate in the conference • One additional rep can be added for a discounted rate of $50. Additional representatives (3+) will be charged the general registration fee. All representatives in attendance will need to be registered and paid.

Booth holders will be in the same room as the conference itself, putting you right in the mix with the presenters and attendees. Booth representatives will be able to participate with the audience and also be eligible to do giveaways.

Attendees will be given game cards to encourage them to visit vendors. Contact Stacy Needels at 816.524.2424 or sneedels@LSchamber.com for more information.

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Thursday, April 21st

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Test Your Skills at the Inaugural Chamber Challenge Grab your co-workers, committee members, neighbors, board of directors, etc. and get your team together for the inaugural Chamber Challenge from 2-8 p.m. Thursday, April 28. It’s a day of team building, fun competitions and networking in the fresh air. The afternoon features seven team challenges, a BBQ, awards presentation and more.

New 2016 Board Members

Stacey Brodersen Coffelt Land Title

Teams of six plus two alternates can register online at LSchamber.com. Snack Stop sponsorships also are available for $100. Awards will be given to the gold, silver and bronze teams, as well as a team spirit award.

Teams are limited, deadline to register is April 15. Contact Stacy Needels at sneedels@LSchamber.com with questions.

Thanks to our station sponsors!

Door Systems • HSMC Orizon • KCP&L • Paradise Park Reinhart Foodservice • Tingle Flooring • Zoetis Clint Haynes NextGen Wealth

Lifelong Learning Applications Available Online

Kim Klockenga John Knox Village

The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee is passionate about lifelong learning and has a scholarship to support those who seek to continue their education beyond high school The Lee’s Summit Chamber will award a Lifelong Learning Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.

The one-time award must be applied toward credit course work at an accredited higher education institution for completion of an undergraduate or certificate degree plan. Applicants enrolled in post-graduate degree programs and/or previous recipients of this scholarship are ineligible to apply.

Applicants must: • Be at least 21 years of age • Have earned a high school diploma or GED certificate • Currently work as a paid employee at least 15 hours per week for an active Chamber member business • Provide evidence of either acceptance or current enrollment in an accredited, undergraduate or certificate degree plan

Mike Maksin N2 Publishing

All applications must be submitted to the Chamber office by May 2, 2016.

Visit LSchamber.com to complete an application. Contact Stacy Needels at 816.524.2424 with questions.

Ben Seidel Igniting Business

Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street

If Not For Grace Ministries

Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street hosted a full house of Chamber members at their ribbon cutting on Thursday, Jan. 28, at 13 SE 3rd St.

On Feb. 9, If Not For Grace Ministries celebrated a ribbon cutting at 5950 NE Lakewood Way.

The organization debuted its new office space in a renovated warehouse in an alleyway downtown.

DLSMS is dedicated to the historic preservation and revitalization of the downtown core and was honored with the Great American Main Street Award in 2010.

If Not For Grace Ministries has identified and embraced the restorative power of forgiveness in the lives of women and families affected by abortion. This vision directly impacts the classes, individual sessions, and Reconciliation Weekend that INFG provides.

Marco’s Pizza

Synergy Chiropractic

Marco’s Pizza celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members (and Chef Marco!) on Feb. 12, at 303 NE Todd George Rd.

Synergy Chiropractic hosted a ribbon cutting on Feb. 18, at 603A SE Woods Chapel Rd.

Prepare your stomach for some authentic Italian pizza when you visit Marco’s Pizza. They offer delicious appetizers, pizzas and desserts and even have a convenient pick-up window to grab and go! page 6

Synergy Chiropractic offers different treatment options for many issues. From chronic back pain to bulging discs, their 3D digital x-rays, decompression techniques massage therapy and more will have you feeling better in no time.

City Council Candidates Forum to be held March 15 The Chamber, in collaboration with the Lee’s Summit Journal, is gearing up for the April election and is hosting a Candidates Forum, scheduled for 6 p.m.

Tuesday, March 15 at the Gamber Center. Ten candidates have filed to represent the four community districts: District 1 District 2 Rob Binney Craig Faith Susan Coffman Frank Tatro

District 3 Phyllis Edson Todd Haynes James Lloyd

District 4 Amy Fox Mellissa Garris Chris Moreno

Take advantage of this opportunity to ask questions to the 10 candidates vying for the open seats on the Lee’s Summit City Council. Get informed and make an educated vote on Tuesday, April 5. Contact Matt Baird, director of business and governmental relations, at mbaird@LSchamber.com for details.

Member Renewals R-7 Administrative Office 71 Discover Vision Centers 31 Comcast Cable 30 Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council 29 Unity 18 Newmark Grubb Zimmer 16 Summit Ridge Apartments 15 Costco Wholesale 14 Bacon Financial Advisors 13 Rodgers - The Diamond Store 13 Bott Radio Network 12 One Good Meal 10 Rudroff Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 10 Community Blood Center 9 ProSource of Lee’s Summit 9 Big Creek Outdoors 9 American Waste Systems, Inc. 8 Matt A. Niewald, D.D.S. 8 Rejuvenate Mind-Body Wellness Center 8 Spin! Neapolitan Pizza 8 The Urgency Room 8 Comfort Inn 7 Summit Pointe Financial Group, LLC 7 Lee’s Summit Community Church 6 State Representative Mike Cierpiot 6 Steven C. Krueger Legal Services LLC 6 Truman Heartland Community Foundation 6 Friends of Langsford House 5 Spencer & Spencer Pediatric Dentistry, D.D.S., P.C. 5 Sprint 5 Unity Hotel & Conference Center 5 Do Drop Inn 4 Mashburn Law Office, LLC 4 Paychex, Inc. 4 Graceland University Independence 3 Independence Surgical Clinic, Inc. 3 Kansas City Concrete & Asphalt Services 3 Sarpino’s Pizzeria 3 Crossroads Hospice 2 Express Employment Professionals 2 Frontier Justice 2 Moblico Solutions Inc. 2 Precision Dental 2 Young Living Essential Oils 2 Sunset Trails Stables LLC 2 Waddell & Reed-Rodney Loesch, CFP®, CDFA 2 Green Lantern Car Wash 1 Kansas City Bone & Joint Clinic 1 Lee’s Summit Fire Department – Jim Eden 1 Major Painting 1 SE3, LLC 1 RE/MAX Preferred-Mary Carol and Reed 1 The Running Well Store 1

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Stay Informed on the Department of Labor’s Overtime Pay Ruling The Chamber is hosting a breakfast from 7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, March 24 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center that will include updates on the Department of Labor's proposed overtime pay ruling. Jim Holland will present the proposal and discuss how it will affect the business community. Employers will want to hear the proposed changes and who will be affected.

Not sure what's going on? The Department of Labor is proposing a rule that could affect almost five million workers in the first year. The rule would allow workers earning less than $50,440 a year to be guaranteed overtime pay if they work more than 40 hours. The current threshold is $23,660.

There is no cost to attend the event, but RSVPs are required at LSchamber.com. Contact Matt Baird at 816.524.2424 or mbaird@lschamber.com for more information.

Member Events & News Local Business Donates $5,000 back to Lee’s Summit North High School Join the madness! The Chamber Young Professionals are hosting a bracket challenge open to all members. The cost is $5 per bracket.

The winner will receive a gift card and will get to select a Chamber nonprofit of their choice to receive all the money raised! Keep an eye out for an email with details as it gets closer.

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"Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom." –Thomas Jefferson

Jim Payne of Lee’s Summit’s Door Systems, Inc. has been in business in Lee’s Summit since 1983 and recently felt he needed to give back to community schools in some way. As part of his generosity, he donated $5,000 to Lee’s Summit North High School.

The school is planning to put the money toward purchasing new appliances in the kitchens used by students in foods classes. The current appliances are more than 23 years old and the donation is greatly appreciated by both the teachers and students at Lee’s Summit North.

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Member Events & News continued Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street Hires New Events & Promotions Director Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street (DLSMS), a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the revitalization and historic preservation of Downtown Lee’s Summit, Mo., recently welcomed the addition of Julie Cook as the new events & promotions director.

“We are excited to welcome Julie to the DLSMS team. Beyond her impressive list of accomplishments, Julie’s friendly, approachable personality makes her the perfect fit for Downtown Lee’s Summit,” said Donnie Rodgers, executive director.

Julie is a 2010 graduate of Iowa State University and earned a master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in 2012.

Prior to her move to Lee’s Summit, Julie spent four years as the director of student involvement for Westminster College in Fulton, Mo. She has managed and staffed over 300 events during her six-year career in higher education and brings a wealth of event planning and marketing experience to the DLSMS staff.

While at Westminster, Julie supervised a student programming board, led a new student orientation program and facilitated student leadership development. Julie established a strong partnership with The Brick District, a consortium of local business owners and volunteers, to further integrate the students and campus events with the Fulton community.

Julie and her husband Christopher relocated to Lee’s Summit in mid-February and are excited to build connections with the Downtown merchants and community members.

JCI Industries, Inc. Shop Expands 25,000 Square Feet in Lee’s Summit JCI Industries, Inc. (JCI), a leading regional provider of industrial and municipal pumps, fluid-handling equipment, motors, drives and controls, announced the expansion of its shop at its headquarters in Lee’s Summit.

“JCI has always prioritized excellence in customer service and a partnering approach with our clients — their business is our business,” said Robert Kopp, CEO. “The expansion allows for increased capacity and capabilities so a greater volume and variety of customer needs can be served in house.”

JCI’s Lee’s Summit complex now includes the 45,000-square-foot shop and 18,000-square-foot distribution facility along with office and conference space. The expansion more than doubled the previous shop size, allowing for improved work flow and the accommodation of additional in-house machine tooling and shop equipment. Upgraded forklifts and the addition of multiple jib and overhead cranes, including two 20ton bridge cranes, now provide the capability to handle up to 40 tons with in-house equipment. This increased

lifting capability and space enables work on larger pieces of equipment in JCI’s shop. JCI has also increased machining capabilities with the addition of multiple lathes, a large horizontal boring mill, ID and OD grinders and an in-house blasting booth.

“JCI is committed to being a top provider of quality equipment packaging, fabrication and machine shop services and rotating and electrical equipment service and repair,” said Chip Toth, president of JCI. “The shop expansion supports timely responsiveness and turn-around time on our work. It also supports the ongoing growth efforts of our regional business and commitment to Lee’s Summit and the Kansas City area community.”

JCI is as an active supporter of the community and works with the Lee’s Summit School District, Cristo Rey Kansas City High School and the University of Central Missouri on educational programs, training, internships and mentoring opportunities.

Did you know the Chamber has a members-only events calendar? Submit your events online at LSchamber.com to be featured on the website and e-blasts.

March Networking Opportunities & Seminars

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

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BEFORE HOURS

Brew up Business

Join us from 4:30–6 p.m. Thursday, March 10 for a Chamber After Hours event at Sky Zone, 2801 NE McBaine Dr.

Join us from 7:30–8:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 22 for a Chamber Before Hours at Summit Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, 100 NE Tudor Rd., Ste. 110.

The sky is the limit at this networking event! Hop on over to Sky Zone and enjoy snacks, giveaways and an opportunity to jump on the wall-to-wall trampolines. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards and start making connections with fellow members. Remember, people prefer doing business with people they know!

‘Tis the season for madness...March Madness! Summit Rehabilitation & Wellness Center is hosting a March Madness themed event with a second chance bracket challenge, including a massage gift card prize for the winner. Enjoy coffee, bagels and fruit while you talk business and basketball before heading to the office.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. • Thursday, March 31 The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Rd. Truly the Best Awards, Top 3 Announcement

Business Leadership Panel March 1 | 4–5 p.m. | John Knox Village Manhattan Room Presenters: Tim Denker, Denker Law Firm; Tyler Morehead, Morehead Agency, LLC; Rosalie Newkirk, HSMC Orizon

Join us for the announcement of the top 3 nominees in each of the four categories for the Truly the Best– Business of the Year Awards. Peruse candidate booths to meet the faces behind the businesses and learn about why they’ve been nominated.

Ever wondered what the experts have to say? Now’s your chance to listen and ask questions to our group of professional panelists regarding growing your business.

Reservations are required and must be made online at LSchamber.com, or by calling 816.524.2424. Deadline for reservations is 5 p.m. Monday, March 28.

Sponsor: Lee’s Summit Lifestyle Magazine

Tyler Morehead, Rosalie Newkirk and Tim Denker know the ins and outs of growing a business in Lee’s Summit. From building business networks and managing employees to marketing and technology, these panelists have the answers you’re looking for.

Sponsor: Apex Business Advisors

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

Welcome to Our Newest Chamber Members All Copy Products Nick Prather 9120 NIEMAN ROAD OVERLAND PARK, KS 66214 (913) 747-2818 F: (913) 341-2841 E: nprather@allcopyproducts.com allcopyproducts.com

The Eye Station Kyle & Katie Weeden, O.D. 247 SE MAIN STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 434-5858 F: (816) 434-5845 E: drkyle@eyestationLS.com eyestationLS.com

Andersen Contracting Will Andersen PO BOX 487 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 400-9596 E: will@myandersenhomes.com myandersenhomes.com

Inter-State Studio Caleb Maupin 1012 NE JIB COURT, SUITE B LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 833-4112 E: issofkc@inter-state.com inter-state.com

Cloud Nine Tax & Accounting Services LLC Tiffani Higgins 717 SE JAMES CIRCLE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 617-2566 F: (816) 817-9558 E: tiffani@cloudninekc.com cloudninekc.com

Menchies Frozen Yogurt Stephanie & Jason Jones 1802 NW CHIPMAN ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 668-3684 E: stephanie.jones@kimchaninc.com menchies.com

Exterior Professionals Christopher Moreno 500 SW MARKET ST STE D LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 337-0444 F: (866) 716-2545 E: MorenoDadKC@gmail.com ExteriorProfessionals.net

NetStandard Inc. Josh Wade 2000 MERRIAM LANE KANSAS CITY, KS 66106 (913) 428-4209 E: jwade@netstandard.com netstandard.com Peace Partnership Jeff Cox 605 NE WOODS CHAPEL ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 886-0195 F: (816) 886-6242 E: jeff@peacecounseling.org peacecounseling.org

Minsky’s Pizza John Swenson 632 NE M-291 HIGHWAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 524-3112 F: (816) 524-1455 E: minskysls@yahoo.com minskys.com

MAKE YOUR GOALS A REALITY. Whether it’s a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or a certificate program, the University of Central Missouri – Lee’s Summit offers in-demand academic programs with the flexibility to fit your schedule.

See the list of available programs at ucmo.edu/ls.

Wallace Saunders Attorneys At Law Casey Crawford 10111 WEST 87TH STREET OVERLAND PARK, KS 66212 (913) 752-5566 F: (913) 888-1065 E: ccrawford@wallacesaunders.com wallacesaunders.com

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March 2016 Calendar March 1 • 4 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Business Leadership Panel Presenter: Tim Denker, Tyler Morehead, Rosalie Newkirk LOCATION: John Knox Village - Manhattan Room SPONSOR: Apex Business Advisors March 2 • 1-3 p.m., Spring Job Fair, MCC-Longview Recreation Center, 500 SW Longview Rd March 3 • 7:30 a.m., Health Care Committee meeting, Lee’s Summit Medical Center–Arbor Room, 2100 SE Blue Pkwy March 9 • 8 a.m., Business Development Council, Panera Bread, 1686 NW Chipman Rd • 8 a.m., Technology Task Force meeting, Depot • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot March 10 • 7:30 a.m., Executive Committee meeting, Depot • 8 a.m., Visitors Council meeting, Awaken Whole Life Center- Unity Tower, 1901 NW Blue Pkwy • 2 p.m., Missouri Innovation Campus Groundbreaking, 777 NW Blue Pkwy • 4:30-6 p.m., Chamber After Hours, Sky Zone, 2801 NE McBaine Dr March 11 • 10:45 a.m., Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening, Andy’s Frozen Custard, 598 SE M-291 Hwy March 14 • 4 p.m., Golf Task Force meeting, Depot March 15 • 2 p.m., Ribbon Cutting, Summit Park Church, 2818 NE Independence Ave • 4:30 p.m., Chamber Young Professionals March Madness Happy Hour, TBD • 6 p.m., City Council Candidates Forum, Gamber Center, 4 SE Independence Ave March 16 • 8 a.m., Education Committee meeting, Steppin’ Out–The Studio, 750 NW Main St • Noon, Board of Directors meeting, Central Bank of the Midwest, 609 NE M-291 Hwy March 22 • 7:30 a.m., Chamber Before Hours, Summit Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, 100 NE Tudor Rd., Ste. 110 March 23 • 8 a.m., Technology Task Force meeting, Depot March 24 • 7:30 a.m., Overtime Ruling Breakfast, Lee’s Summit Medical Center, 2100 SE Blue Pkwy March 25 • 7:30 a.m., Governmental Relations Committee meeting, John Knox Village Manhattan Room, 1001 NW Chipman Rd March 29 • 3:30 p.m., Business Field Trip...Who Knew?, Frontier Justice, 800 NE Jones Industrial Dr., RSVP required March 30 • 10 a.m., Ribbon Cutting, A Better Choice Preschool LLC, 8 SE 5th St • Noon, Membership Committee meeting, Depot March 31 • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Monthly Membership Luncheon Truly the Best Awards Top 3 Announcement LOCATION: The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Rd SPONSOR: Lee’s Summit Lifestyle Magazine

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Great Southern Bank Humana Health Plan, Inc. KCP&L Reinhart Foodservice Saint Luke’s East Hospital Tingle Flooring

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Bank of Lee’s Summit Central Bank of the Midwest Discover Vision Centers Door Systems, Inc. ENT Associates of Greater Kansas City HSMC Orizon, LLC John Knox Village Lee’s Summit Dodge Chrysler Jeep Lee’s Summit Medical Center Paradise Park, Inc. Second Nature Outdoor Living & Landscaping Sprint University of Central Missouri Lee’s Summit Walmart Weed Man Zoetis

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Bank Midwest Bank of Kansas City Digital Marketing Inc. First Federal Bank Greater Lee’s Summit Healthcare Foundation Hollis + Miller Architects Kansas City Star KC Metro Insurance Agency, Inc. Lakewood Counseling TMC Lee’s Summit Journal Longview Funeral Home & Cemetery Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys Missouri Central Credit Union Parker Swearngin LLP Rodney Loesch CFP–Waddell & Reed Simmons First National Bank Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC Steppin’ Out–The Studio Summit Bank of Kansas City Technology Plus, Inc. University of Kansas Edwards Campus