November 2013 Chamber Link

November 2013

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Dancing Chamber Stars 2 EIM Breakfast 4 Pitch On! Retail Event 5 Ribbon Cuttings

6-8 Member News 9 Networking Opportunities 10 November Calendar 12

Yours Truly,

Pictured Above: The 2013 Dancing with the Chamber Stars cast and choreographers posed for a quick photo before the show!

2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sheila Clark & Kevin Kelley Win Dancing with the Chamber Stars!

On Thursday, October 24, nearly 350 people attended the third Dancing with the Chamber Stars event to cheer on the eight couples performing.

Kevin Kelley, Five Petals and Sheila Clark, Baird Group Real Estate, were named the 2013 champions. Together this dancing duo raised the most money for the Lee’s Summit Chamber Scholarship Fund.

All together the eight couples raised more than $22,000. Through the fund, the Chamber awards four $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors each year, and one $1,000 Lifelong Learning scholarship. Events for the scholarship fund help to secure the longevity and availability of these scholarships for years to come.

When asked what being named Dancing with the Chamber Stars Champions meant to the winners, here’s what they had to say: “We are so proud to have been a part of this special evening raising money for the Lee’s Summit Chamber Scholarship Fund,” said the dancing duo of Sheila and Kevin. “We are thanking God for special friendships, our community of Lee’s Summit and memories that will last a lifetime.”

Jon Garlow, Wells Fargo Advisors and Courtney Stoddard, Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit (pictured top left), won a judges’ choice award.

Many thanks to everyone who helped make this event a huge success including: • Choreographers Phyllis Balagna with Steppin’ Out - The Studio and Monica Renwick of Monica’s School of Dance • Assistant Chief Jim Eden, Lee’s Summit Fire Department and Linda Pulse, Summit Pet Care • Derrick Hartley, Pleasant Lea Elementary and Jeanie Cook, Pleasant Lea Elementary • Jeffrey Williams, Heritage Companies and Trisha Goodale, Pulaski Bank Home Lending • Nick Edwards, City of Lee’s Summit and Katie Tholen, Equity Bank • Jon Garlow, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC and Courtney Stoddard, Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit • Rick and Lisa Pycior, Cartridge World - Lee’s Summit • Jeff Sullivan, Bank Midwest and Dr. Carolyn McKnight, University of Central Missouri • Kevin Kelley, Five Petals and Sheila Clark, Baird Group Real Estate al Attorneys and Debbie Starke, Eastland Community Foundation

• The 2013 Education Committee • Event Emcees: Mayor Randy Rhoads & Diane Forte, Chamber Chair Emeritus • Judges: Bob Glaser, 2013 Chamber Chair of the Board, Trisha Drape, Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street and Monte Stull, 2013 Chamber Education Committee Chair • Show-Me Presentation Resources • Matt Bennett, Sound & Lights, Big Mama Band • Owen Cole, Juicehead Media • Bill Hudson, Props Manager, Steppin’ Out - The Studio • Hilton Garden Inn Independence • Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC To view more event photos visit the Chamber’s Facebook page at facebook.com/lsummitchamber.

Entrepreneurs in Motion Breakfast This year's Lee's Summit Chamber Entrepreneurs in Motion Breakfast is set for Tuesday, November 19 from 8-10 a.m at the University of Central Missouri, 850 NW Chipman Road, Door 54. The event showcases LeeAnn Carlson, CEO of Lauren's Hope, as the keynote speaker.

Carlson will talk to the audience on her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting her rise to success. She will also provide the audience insight as to the traits necessary to create and achieve success within their businesses.

Lauren's Hope was founded when Carlson created several interchangeable medical alert bracelets as a favor for a friend's teenage daughter, Lauren. Until that point, Lauren had been unwilling to wear medical alert jewelry for her Type 1 Diabetes because everything on

the market was unattractive and drew what she felt was unwanted attention to her diagnosis.Since then Lauren's Hope has grown from a smal home-based business to now employ nearly two dozen full-time and several parttime team members in its Riverside operations.

Lauren's Hope has been featured by QVC, People Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, InStyle Magazine, Family Circle, Woman's Day, and numerous other national and local publications.

After her presentation, Carlson will be the honorary judge of an abbreviated Pitch ON!, featuring five BOOST Lee's Summit clients. Each BOOST participant will give a short pitch about their efforts to create or expand their business.This will be an interactive experience between Carlson, the audience and the entrepreneurs.

Don't miss the chance to meet LeeAnn Carlson and to hear from our local aspiring entrepreneurs!

There is no cost to attend this event, but please RSVP online at lschamber.com.

Thanks to our event sponsors!

KCP&L, HSMC Orizon LLC and Lead Bank

Chamber Wins Three Philly Awards The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce was honored with one first place and two second place Philly Awards at an awards reception held Monday, October 21. The Philly Awards are in place to honor excellence in nonprofit communications and design throughout the Kansas City region.

The Chamber received first place honors in the Annual Report and second place honors in the Newsletter and Marketing Campaign categories.

“We are honored to be recognized for our work with these Philly Awards,” said Chamber President Nancy Bruns.

“Many nonprofits rely on the work of outside ad agencies for the design of their publications. Here at the Chamber we are fortunate to have talented staff to handle these duties which results in great cost savings for our organization. This allows us to focus on our number one mission here at the Chamber which is to help our members be successful… of course it doesn’t hurt to have well designed materials to help communicate our message.”

The 11th Annual Philly Awards were a part of the annual Philanthropy Midwest conference sponsored by NonprofitConnect. Network.Learn.Grow. page 4

Eastern Jackson County Retail Pitch ON! Just in time for the Christmas shopping season, 20 local retail businesses from across Eastern Jackson County will be showcasing their unique products and merchandise.

Make plans to attend the Pitch ON! event on Tuesday, November 19 from 6-8 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Independence, 19677 E Jackson Drive.

BoostLeesSummit.com and GrowBlueSprings. com are working in collaboration with the cities of Grain Valley, Oak Grove, and Independence to host a regional retail “PitchOn!” event. The event is designed to engage local retail entrepreneurs in the Eastern Jackson County area with members of the community to help showcase their businesses as they roll out what’s new and trending for the holiday season.

businesses will “Pitch” their business to 20 local judges who are underwriting the Pitch On!. The top three retail businesses that generate the most points/sales among these judges will then move on to “pitch” their business to the general public that evening.

The public is invited to come out from 6-8 p.m. and enjoy appetizers and refreshments, while shopping and interfacing with our local retailers.

The participants will have some great specials, discounts, and samples, with many door prizes and giveaways announced throughout the evening.

For more information, visit LSchamber.com or contact Mark Dickey at mdickey@lschamber.com or 816.524.2424.

The day of the event from 3-5 p.m., each of the retail

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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations... it was a busy month!

Summit Pediatrics LLC

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Summit Pediatrics LLC, 3171 NE Carnegie Drive, Suite A, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on October 3.

On October 3, Dave Cross Buick|GMC, 1101 NW Blue Parkway celebrated a ribbon cutting at their new showroom.

Their child-focused practice works hard to meet the needs of children from infancy through adolescence. The combination of their staff is the cornerstone of Summit Pediatrics quality care. All of the providers and medical staff are highly trained professionals, and maintain the highest level of accreditation in pediatrics.

At Dave Cross Motors, they’ve been proudly serving the greater Kansas City Metro Area since 1960. With two great brands to choose from, whether you’re interested in a new car or a certified pre-owned vehicle, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Sears Hometown Store

Northwestern Mutual - Wirsig Team

Chamber Members celebrated a ribbon cutting at the new Sears Hometown Store, 232 NW Oldham Parkway.

Northwestern Mutual-Wirsig Team, 3600 Ralph Powell, Suite C, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on October 8.

Locally owned and operated, Sears Hometown Store carries all of the top 10 major home appliance brands, as well as consumer electronics, tools, lawn and garden equipment, mattresses and more! Go visit them to meet all of your home improvement store needs today.

Backed by the strength of Northwestern Mutual, the Wirsig team provides you with a balanced approach to achieving your goal of financial security, assuring that your intentions have been understood and are being addressed. When it comes to implementing solutions, the full capabilities of Northwestern Mutual are used to provide you with exclusive access to a comprehensive variety of products and services.

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Member Renewals Especially Jewelry, LLC

On October 15, Especially Jewelry, LLC, 1233 NE Douglas celebrating a ribbon cutting at their new location.

Especially Jewlery’s commitment is to serve you -- our clients and friends, with friendliness, honesty, and excellent value.

From their in-house repair and restoration services, to providing exceptional diamonds and fashion jewelry, (all responsibly sourced and hand-selected), customers quickly realize that this is a store that cares deeply about making people happy!

Rustici Wellness Center

On October 17, Rustici Wellness Center, 3552 SW Market, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members.

Rustici Wellness Center offers a comprehensive approach unique to each individual’s health care needs. The team of doctors will consider the patient’s entire medical history to reach maximum health potential. Dr. Drake Rustici, Dr. Wade Rustici and Dr. James Dye have 33 years of combined experience helping people reach their health goals.

KCP&L 68 William Luther, D.D.S. 35 Diamond Muffler & Brake, Inc.

33 John Knox Village 32 Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport 32 Wal-Mart 29 Powell Gardens, Inc. 24 Stemlock, Inc. 24 Gale Communities, Inc. 23 Summit Litho, Inc. 23 UMB Bank-Rice Road 23 SecurityOne Services, Inc. 18 Hy-Vee, Inc.-West 17 Adams Toyota-Scion Lee’s Summit 15 Dean’s Trophies, Shirts & Awards 15 Lewis Law Office, P.C.

15 Baker University 14 Garozzo’s Ristorante 13 Ross Miller Cleaners 13 University of Central Missouri-Summit Center 13 B & L Plumbing Service, Inc. 11 Baird Group Real Estate 11 Bliss Associates, L.L.C. 11 Consolidated Services, Inc. 11 Cosentino’s Price Chopper-Lakewood 11 Flooring & More 11 Harmon Floor Covering, Inc. 11 Julia E. Hampton, CPA, PC 11 Langsford Development Co. 11 Summit Christian Academy 11 Encore Web Works, Inc. 10 Lee’s Summit Social Services 10 Lee’s Summit Sunrise Rotary Club 10 Patrick Geschwind & Associates 10 Show-Me Presentation Resources 10 Silverstein Eye Centers 10 The Portable Chef 10 Classic Catering 9 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 9 CertaPro Painters 8 Lee’s Summit Symphony Orchestra 8 Williams Spurgeon Kuhl & Freshnock Architects 8 Columbia College-Kansas City 7 Gomer’s Fine Wine & Spirits 7 Legal Center for New Families LLC 7 Arvest Bank - 150 Highway 6 Drayton W. Riley State Farm Agency 6 Cynthia M. Dodge, L.L.C. 5 Ferguson Computer Services 5 Kristen Niewald, D.D.S., L.L.C. 5 Lee’s Summit Total Auto Care 5 Sader Law Firm 5 Servpro of Lee’s Summit 5 SipVine, Inc. 5 Country Club Bank 4 Graphic Resources, Inc. 4 Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence 4 AAA Insurance & Travel 3 Cynda Sells Realty Group LLC 3 Eagle Fluid Power, Inc. 3 Hubbard & Ardebili, LLC—Amir Ardebili 3 Mid-Continent Public Library-Colbern Road Branch 3 Portable On Demand Storage LLC 3 RE/MAX Heartland, REALTORS 3 TranSystems Corporation 3 Gregory’s Sunday Brunch & Event Space 2 Investment Resources 2 Jay Hatfield Mobility & Certified Used Cars 2 Kansas City Taxi LLC d/b/a 10/10 Taxi 2 KC Constructors, Inc. 2 Maurices 2 Summit Pet Care 2 Thirty 9° North 2 Turf etc. - Authorized SYNLawn Supplier 2 Vision Landscape 2 Body & Wellness Spa d/b/a Body N Spa 1 Chick-fil-A at Lee’s Summit

1 Furniture Deals 1 LookAfter Hair Company 1 Secured Title of Kansas City 1 State Representative Sheila Solon 1 The Main Event, Inc. 1 Turners German American Hall 1 Unisource Document Products 1 Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile 1page 7

More Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Especially Jewelry Boutique on 3rd

Owl’s Nest

Especially Jewelry Boutique on 3rd celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on October 21.

Owl’s Nest, 9 SE 3rd Street, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on October 23.

Especially Jewlery Boutique on Third is also owned by Del and Julie Cook (see previous page for the ribbon cutting at their other location). This new location is operated by daughter Robin Cook. In addition to fine jewelry, the store features fun items including purses, costume jewlery and gifts.

Owl’s Nest is an independent non-profit educational organization that parents three community education societies. Their mission is to bridge the realities in everyday life and understanding the teachings of Science, Technology, and Math, which are essential to the success of our communities. They also have a retail space featuring educational toys.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Save the Date: Dec. 4, 2013 Annual Holiday Reception On October 29, Dickey’s Barecue Pit, 1736 NW Chipman Road, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit prides itself on authenticity, innovation and barbecue sauce, one store at a time. Dickey’s serves up beef brisket, pulled pork, ham, polish sausage, turkey breast and chicken, with an extensive array of home-style sides from jalapeno beans to macaroni and cheese. Buttery rolls are served with every meal along with complimentary ice cream and dill pickles.

Longview Mansion • 5–7 p.m.

3361 SW Longview Road 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.

Member News & Announcements Hunt Midwest Turns 20!

Hunt Midwest Real Estate Development, Inc. is celebrating the 20th Anniversary of its Residential Real Estate Division. The Kansas City, Missouri-based company, owned by the family of legendary sports pioneer and entrepreneur Lamar Hunt, has developed more than 6,000 acres of commercial, retail, industrial and residential property.

Hunt Midwest has developed more than 5,000 platted lots in masterplanned residential communities in Kansas City’s Northland, North Kansas City, Platte County, Lee’s Summit and Raymore, Missouri.

Ora Reynolds, now president of Hunt Midwest, was charged with launching the company’s Residential Real Estate Division in 1993.

“I’m thrilled to see the growth our company has experienced since the first home was built 20 years ago,”said Reynolds. “More importantly, the desire to give back and make Kansas City a better place is Lamar Hunt’s legacy. I am certain he would be pleased to see how many people have enjoyed raising their families in Hunt Midwest communities across the Kansas City area.”

Lee’s Summit R-7 Superintendent Receives State's Top Award at Annual Conference Dr. David McGehee, superintendent of the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District, has been named the Missouri Superintendent of the Year by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA).

The award was announced Oct. 5 during the Missouri School Boards’ Association and MASA joint fall conference held at Tan-Tar-A Resort.

As the winner of this award, Dr. McGehee receives an award acknowledging his selection, a $500 scholarship for a student in the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District and a commemorative ring. As the recipient of the award, Dr. McGehee will represent Missouri in the National Superintendent of the Year program conducted by the American Association of School Administrators (AASA).

Dr. McGehee has served as Lee’s Summit R-7 School District superintendent since July 2006. Under Dr. McGehee’s leadership, the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District continues to be well-respected within the Kansas City metropolitan area and region for the high level of achievement of its students and the progressive nature of its educational programs, according to MASA officials. The district has earned Missouri’s Distinction in Performance award all 12 years that it has been offered with a perfect score each year. Lee's Summit R-7 has made a switch from addressing the needs of all students to addressing the needs of each student.

Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport Goes the Extra Customer Service Mile!

Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport rolled out the red carpet for 49 pilots and their families in our community to participate in a Flyover at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 13, as part of the KC Chiefs 2013 Breast Cancer Awareness game.

“Our airport is the gateway into our City for aviators,” said Airport Manager John Ohrazda. “Our primary concern is assisting our customers and being great ambassadors for the community,” Ohrazda said.

“We had close to 90 people in Lee’s Summit for the event and the airport was invaluable in making this event successful,” said Phillip Lamb, one of the founding members of KC Flight and Formation Team. “They really rolled out the red carpet, setting up accounts for everyone to conveniently refuel their aircraft; there was someone from the airport available to help with whatever was needed by us,” said Lamb.

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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November 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 November 14 from 4:30–6 p.m. join Baird Group Real Estate, 304 SE 3rd Street, for Chamber After Hours. The event has a special, “It’s a Wonderful Life” theme. Featuring a $50 gift card to Summit Grill & Bar for the best George Bailey impersonation and drawings for many other WONDERFUL prizes!

Keys to Business Success...Best Practices, Strategic Thinking and Systems Management November 5 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | John Knox Village Presenter - Dr. Leo Morton, Chancellor, UMKC Growing up in Birmingham, Ala., during the Civil Rights era, Dr. Leo Morton was deeply influenced by the events around him. As a young boy Dr. Morton observed smart business practices firsthand when he assisted his father in his upholstery business.

Dr. Morton has held leadership positions with several major corporations such as AT&T Microelectronics, Bell Laboratories, GM, Rust Engineering Co. and Corning Incorporated.

This workshop will highlight entrepreneurship and innovation. Additionally, learn about the activities and resulting successes of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management; KCSourceLink, where start-up business owners find the resources they need.

BEFORE HOURS

Brew up Business Brew up business this month at the Chamber Before Hours on November 26 from 7:30–8:30 a.m. at Cartridge World - Lee’s Summit, 412 SW Ward Road.

They have a Spanish Tapas Party planned! Come and kick-start your morning with sangria and cocolaté (hot chocolate). Tapas means “Little Bites” and is common fare in Spain where groups of people usually order several different tapas and share at their table.

Workplace Violence Prevention November 15 • 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.

TMC-Lakewood, 7900 Lee’s Summit Road In light of the increasing number of mass shootings and attacks, President of Kit Bond Corporate Protection Services, Inc. and former US Marshal, C. Mauri Sheer will provide strategies to recognize potentially dangerous individuals in the workplace. The presentation will highlight pre-attack thinking and behaviors to illustrate the necessary steps to prevent future incidents, based on studies done by the U.S. Secret Service in identifying, assessing and managing persons who exhibit certain behaviors that lead up to an attack.

Reservations can be made online at LSchamber.com under the Chamber Events tab, or by calling 816.524.2424.

Deadline is November 13 at noon. Registration is required.

Sponsored by: Eastland Community Foundation

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

Chamber Staff Honored at State Conference with Award of Excellence The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce, under the leadership of President Nancy Bruns, won the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri "2013 Award of Excellence" in the campaign category. This award was given during the recent CCEM conference held in Kansas City, Mo. The award winning campaign was the Chamber’s 2012 Shop Lee’s Summit campaign.

“It’s always nice to receive validation from your peers that the work you and your staff are doing is excellent,” said Chamber President Nancy Bruns. “Thanks to the city of Lee’s Summit for providing funding for us to execute the Shop Lee’s Summit Campaign. Our Director of Communications Gina Seibel worked hard with our Visitors Council to design and execute all promotional materials.”

Gina Seibel, director of communications for the Chamber, was also elected to CCEM’s Board of Directors. Seibel will serve on the board until 2016, and will help plan annual conferences and training opportunities.

Welcome to Our Newest Members Altieri Gilmore, LLP

Dana Altieri 332 SE DOUGLAS STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 524-0404 F: (816) 524-0808 E: dana@midwestattorneys.com www.midwestattorneys.com

American Family Tara Miller Agency Tara Miller 613 NE WOODS CHAPEL ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 347-9400 F: (816) 347-2637 E: tmille6@amfam.com www.taramilleragency.com

American Roofing and Exteriors

Jeremy Elkins 200 NE MISSOURI ROAD, #200 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 734-7663 F: (866) 301-6677 E: jelkins@arei.us www.americanroofingandexteriors.com

Foundation Recovery Systems

Margrett Andrews PO BOX 636 MOBERLY, MO 65270 (800) 466-8664 F: (660) 263-5664 E: margrett@ foundationrecoverysystems.com www.foundationrecoverysystems.com

Green Field Energy Group / E & Q Heating & Cooling Kyle & Shelsie Greenfield 5 SW 4TH STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 524-5616 E: shelsie@gfeginc.com www.gfeginc.com

Idelta

Paul Khoury PO BOX 1662 BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64013 (816) 309-3998 E: support@i-delta.com www.i-delta.com

For a complete list of Chamber members visit, LSchamber.com or download the FREE LS Chamber app

Kansas City Kidney Consultants Brittany Strohm 100 NE MISSOURI DRIVE STE 204 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 531-0552 F: (816) 756-2503 E: brittany.strohm@hmekc.com www.kckidney.com

Lunar Bowl

Garry Cobb 2001 NW 7 HIGHWAY BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64014 (816) 220-7722 F: (816) 220-1777 E: garryc@lunarbowl.com www.lunarbowl.com

Peace Partnership

Emily Greene 605 NE WOODS CHAPEL ROAD LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 886-0195 F: (816) 886-6242 E: emily@peacecounseling.org www.peacecounseling.org

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November 2013 Calendar

November 3 • 1-5 p.m., Open House / Family Fun Day at Buffalo Lodge, 50 SW 1971st Road November 5 • 3:30–4:30 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Keys to Business Success: Best Practices, Strategic Thinking and Systems Management PRESENTER: Chancellor Leo Morton, UMKC LOCATION: John Knox Village - Manhattan Room

220 SE Main St. • Lee’s Summit, MO 64063

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November 6 • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot • 4:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting / Open House for Oncology Services, Saint Luke’s East Hospital, 100 NE Saint Luke’s Boulevard November 7 • 7:30 a.m., Health Care Committee meeting, Saint Luke’s East • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting - Midwest Neurosciences Institute, 2000 SE Blue Parkway, Suite 270A November 11 • 4 p.m., Holiday Reception Task Force meeting, Depot November 12 • 3:30-5 p.m., Chamber 101: Get Plugged In, Paradise Park, Inc., 1021 NE Colbern Road November 14 • 7:30 a.m., Executive Committee meeting • 8 a.m., Visitors Council Committee meeting, Legacy Park Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem Drive • 4:30-6 p.m., Chamber After Hours, Baird Group Real Estate, 304 SE 3rd Street November 15 • 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Monthly Membership Luncheon PROGRAM: Workplace Violence Prevention LOCATION: TMC-Lakewood, 7900 Lee’s Summit Road SPONSOR: Eastland Community Foundation November 18 • 4 p.m., Annual Gala Task Force meeting, Depot November 19 • 8-10 a.m., Entrepreneurs in Motion Breakfast, UCM - Summit Campus, 850 NW Chipman Road PRESENTER: LeeAnn Carlson, CEO of Lauren’s Hope SPONSORS: KCP&L, HSMC Orizon LLC and Lead Bank • 11:30 a.m., Business Development Council meeting, Depot • 6-8 p.m., Pitch ON!, Hilton Garden Inn - Independence, 19677 E Jackson Drive November 20 • 8 a.m., Education Committee meeting, Depot • Noon, Board of Directors Meeting, Saint Luke’s East Hospital, 100 NE Saint Luke’s Boulevard • Noon, Membership Commitee meeting, Depot • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting/Open House - Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit, 6 SW 3rd Street November 21 • 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., Chamber Young Professionals Networking Luncheon, Southeast Enterprises, 6701 Booth, Kansas City November 22 • 7:30 a.m., Governmental Relations Commitee meeting, John Knox Village -Manhattan Room November 26 • 7:30-8:30 a.m., Chamber Before Hours, Cartridge World- Lee’s Summit, 412 SW Ward November 28 & 29 • Chamber Office closed for Holiday, Happy Thanksgiving!

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

BRONZE

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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