September2013

September 2013

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Oktoberfest 2 New Website 3 Dancing Chamber Stars 4 BOOST Birthday

7 Member News 9 Networking Opportunities 10 September Calendar 12

Yours Truly,

Pictured Above: Oktoberfest is just around the corner! Make plans to attend the best fall festival in the midwest - Sept. 27 & 28.

2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Lee’s Summit’s first Oktoberfest was held in 1990 and has grown to welcome more than 70,000 festival goers to the community each year.

The Chamber’s Oktoberfest begins September 27, from 5–11 p.m. and continues September 28, from 10 a.m.–11 p.m. The festival is fun for the young and the young at heart. Kids Street, arts and crafts, authentic German meals, beer and brat tents, Biergarten, carnival, continuous live entertainment, Wiener Dog & Baby Contests, Rootbiergarten, German dancers, and a whole lot of fun throughout the weekend.

Oktoberfest would not be complete without the excitement and entertainment in the Biergarten. The Biergarten is the place to hang out for food, music, dancing and a lot of crazy fun! German meals are served in the Biergarten beginning Friday evening from 5–9 p.m. and Saturday evening from 4–9 p.m.

Sports fan? Make sure to stop by the Sport-zelt (sports tent) sponsored by the Rob Ellerman Real Estate Sales Team and People’s Bank Home Loans, and catch up on all the big games.

Three stages of entertainment are ongoing throughout the festival: The Main Stage, sponsored by Amtrak, The Children’s Stage, sponsored

by Steppin’ Out-The Studio, and The Community Stage, sponsored by Farmer’s Insurance - Julie Gregory.

Kids Street features face painting, pony rides, craft projects, Paradise Park Rootbiergarten and many other kid-oriented activities.

September 27 & 28 The juried Arts and Crafts Fair features artists displaying their original works in watercolors, oils, photography, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, paper fiber, glass and wood.

Title Sponsor

For the past few years the Saturday of the festival has featured a Wiener Dog Contest, sponsored by Brookside Barkery and Bath, and a Baby Contest, sponsored by Child Abuse Prevention Association. Applications for these contests may be found online at lsoktoberfest.com.

New to the festival this year is a Home Brew Beer contest, sponsored by Apex Brew Wares! Join us in the Biergarten on Saturday afternoon for a presentation by Jeremy Danner, Brewer for Boulevard Brewing Company.

Samples of home brew beer will be available and contest winners will be announced. Don’t forget to check out the NEW Home Brew Contest sponsored by Apex Brew Wares.

So welcome one and all to the season of sizzling bratwurst, sounds of oom-pah and the excitement of the best fall festival in the midwest. It’s a wundervoll good time!

Dates & Times

Friday, September 27 5–11 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 28 10 a.m.–11 p.m.

Sunday, September 29 1–5 p.m. (carnival only)

Festival Website For a full schedule of entertainment, activities and event map, visit LSoktoberfest.com

Oktoberfest Shatzen Kickenoffen Thursday, September 26 from 5-7 p.m. in the World Famous Biergarten (220 SE Main).

Free hotdogs, brats and adult beverages! (no children please) Ceremonial first-tap by Oktoberfest Committee Chair Mike Coupe Sponsored by:

New Chamber Website Launches Recently, the Chamber launched the new LSchamber. com website.The website refresh not only includes the new Chamber logo and community brand, but it also provides new features and opportunities for Chamber members.

New options include Member Deals, Job Openings and Member News. To take advantage of these free features a member login and password are needed. If you are unsure of this information you may contact Sue McMilian at smcmilian@LSchamber.com or 816.524.2424.

Remember, LSchamber.com is a great resource that provides the most up-to-date membership directory, Chamber events calendar, committee lists and more.

Up next on the technology front is an update for the Chamber app!

Director of Special Events 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 Chrissy Symes, IOM, director of special events, 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.

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 weeklong 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.

“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.”

“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 five graduates of the Institute program on staff. It takes dedication and commitment to our profession to complete the course and we are proud of Chrissy for this accomplishment.”

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Sixteen of the Lee’s Summit Chamber’s finest members are bringing their best moves to the dance floor on October 24 at the Hilton Garden Inn Independence. Proceeds raised through votes will go toward the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund. 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. For additional event information or to register, visit lschamber.com. choreographers

Members that have waltzed up to the floor to compete include: •

Assistant Chief Jim Eden, Lee’s Summit Fire Department and Linda Pulse, Summit Pet Care

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Brian Campbell, Summit Lakes Middle School and Jeanie Cook, Pleasant Lea Elementary

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Jeffrey Williams, Heritage Companies and Trisha Goodale, Pulaski Bank Home Lending

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Nick Edwards, City of Lee’s Summit and Katie Tholen, Equity Bank

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Jon Garlow, Wells Fargo Advisors and Courtney Stoddard, Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit

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Rick and Lisa Pycior, Cartridge World - Lee’s Summit

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Jeff Sullivan, Bank Midwest and Dr. Carolyn McKnight, University of Central Missouri

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Kevin Kelley, Five Petals and Sheila Clark, Baird Group Real Estate

Monica Renwick

Phyllis Balagna

Votes are being cast through monetary donations, which can be made in advance and/or at the event. Dancing Duos are collecting pledges to help them secure the ultimate prize of Dancing with the Chamber Stars ChampiOns. Whichever team raises the most money wins! In order for your donation to be tax deductible, checks should be made payable to the Lee’s Summit Chamber Scholarship Fund.

Name: Business Name: Phone:

Email:

Couple Voting for: Donation Amount:

$5

$10

$25

Other:

Payment Type:

Cash

Check

PayPal (lschamber.com) Credit Card (call 816.524.2424)

Please mail or drop off payment to the Lee’s Summit Chamber, 220 SE Main Street, Lee’s Summit, MO, 64063, no later than Wednesday, October 23 by 5 p.m. You may also give the completed form directly to the dancer or turn it in at the October 24 event. Reservations are required for the event and can be made at lschamber.com. Questions? Contact Chrissy Symes at 816.524.2424 or csymes@lschamber.com

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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Summit Community Thrift Store

Home Finishings

Summit Community Thrift Store, 202 NW Oldham Parkway, celebrated a ribbon cutting with Chamber members on July 30.

Chamber members welcome the new owners of Home Finishings, 1301 NE Douglas, on August 19.

Summit Community Thrift Store is a way for families and individuals to save money while helping others. Their store provides quality clothing, furniture and other goods to the community at bargain prices.

Home Finishings is the place to go for ideas and inspirations for your home. They have both a floral designer and home decorator on staff to help better serve their customers.

The Aspen Room at The Stanley

Need a doctor?

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

Call 816-932-5100

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The Stanley Historic Event Space recently showed off their new space, the Aspen Room, 308 SE Douglas.

This venue combines modern touches with vintage design.The Aspen Room has 14-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, grand chandeliers, large windows, outdoor balcony, intricate ceiling design and several included upscale amenities.The rooftop terrace features a waterfall and green space. page 6

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Happy First Birthday BOOST Lee’s Summit!

It was one year ago this month that BOOST Lee’s Summit launched at the Lee's Summit Chamber's monthly membership luncheon. Great things have already been accomplished.

There have been so many great stories of interfacing with talented entrepreneurs, observing their growth and development, keying into their passions, and observing them embark on a journey to fulfill their dreams. Over the past year, BOOST Lee’s Summit has provided assistance to 25 entrepreneurs in creating their road map to launching a business, and we’re only just beginning.

Recently, the BOOST Lee’s Summit program has added a new assistance platform feature for existing businesses that desire to take their business to the next level. The Intel-A-Grow Platform assists existing small businesses in preparing themselves for growth. Intel-A-Build provides businesses the opportunity to answer questions, complete plans, watch expert videos and download templates, all in an effort to accelerate their company's success. It is designed to educate and empower business owners on strategies and techniques that lead to long-term business success.

Businesses will have access to the BOOST Lee’s Summit SBA certified business coaches, mentors and business resources to elevate their game and increase revenues. Want to check out the two BOOST LS programs? Visit boostleessummit.com to check out both platforms and test drive the first stages of the two pathways.

BOOST Lee’s Summit has also added the opportunity for businesses to access the MONOCLE program into their business. MONOCLE is a web-based program that helps entrepreneurs and small businesses create and understand the financial aspects when starting and/or growing a business.

MONOCLE will help clients gather the right information to make sound business decisions. Visit, yourmonocle.com/ab1 for details.

Just as a reminder, if you have a business idea, have considered starting a business, are currently in business and want to exponentially grow the business, or know of someone who is... The BOOST Lee’s Summit program may be the answer. Join the hundreds of people who are BOOST Lee’s Summit Community Members by joining on the website.

It’s FREE and may be the ticket to fulfilling the dreams of a lifetime.

Member Renewals48 City of Lee’s Summit

Don Kahan Motors 48 Lee’s Summit Animal Hospital, P.C. 40 AT & T 32 Dave Cross Buick-GMC 28 Weed Man-Turf’s Up 26 Culbertson Property Management, L.L.C. 25 TPP Certified Public Accountants, L.L.C. 22 Paradise Park, Inc. 21 HSMC Orizon, LLC 19 Carey Law Firm, L.L.C. 15 New Age Graphics 15 United Way of Greater Kansas City 14 Allstate Insurance Co. - Jeff Silver 13 Lakewood Property Owner’s Association 13 Lee’s Summit Dermatology Associates, P.C. 13 Mechanical Breakdown Protection 13 Swanson Midgley, L.L.C. 13 Sylvan Learning Center 13 Blue Springs R-IV School District 12 Comfort Inn & Suites 12 First Federal Bank 12 H&R Block 12 Lakewood Animal Health Center 12 Landmark 2 Skate Center, Inc. 12 Pfeifer King Building Corporation 12 Terracon Consultants, Inc. 12 J.E. Dunn Construction Company 11 John Hancock Financial Network 11 Park University-Independence Campus 11 William Sunderland, CPA, PC 11 Hawthorn Bank-Lee’s Summit 9 Lysaght and Lynn Entertainment 9 Associated Women’s Care Physicians, P.C. 8 Fidos & Felines 7 The Emaline Ballroom, Inc. 7 St. Mary’s Medical Center 7 Hillcrest Transitional Housing of EJC 6 The Wilson Group, Inc. 6 Thomas E. Moore, D.D.S., P.C. 6 Toshiba Business Solutions –MOKS 6 Aircraft Electronics Association 5 Family & Child Mental Health Services 5 Habanero’s Mexican Restaurant 5 Olsson Associates 5 The Cleaning Authority 5 Abundant Life Baptist Church 4 Amtrak Station 4 Bledsoe Rentals-South 4 Embrace the Grape Beverage Catering 4 Incite International, Inc. 4 Kathi Matthes, DDS 4 Neighborhood Café 4 Reece & Nichols Realtors-Pfeifer 4 Rob Ellerman Real Estate Sales 4 Community Bank of Pleasant Hill 3 Family Care at Arbor Walk 3 Family Health Specialists of Lee’s Summit 3 Flip Zone Shockwave 3 Midwest Sleep Specialists, LLC 3 Realty Executives of Kansas City--Steve Summers 3 The Stanley Historic Event Space 3 Comforting Faith Counseling Services Inc. 2 Five Petals 2 M & H Gas Inc. 2 MetroCARE 2 Petroleum Equipment Inc. 2 Polsinelli PC 2 Sideliner Sports 2 ACS 1 First Trust of MidAmerica 1 Kids 2 Leaders 1 Osborne & Williams Orthodontics 1 Patricia E Jones Allergy & Asthma Center 1 Paws 4 Autism 1 Raising the Bar Liquors 1 Shamrock Hills Golf Club 1 Turner Construction Co. 1 page 7

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How many times have you been asked “What exactly do you do?” It’s generic and it makes people crazy. Trying something different like “What’s the best part about your job?”, allows the respondent breathing room to answer outside the box. Be curious about people’s story and they will be much more likely to open up. Make sure that you leave behind the “how-soon-can-I-leave” mantra and relax. Uncross your arms, make eye contact and enjoy yourself.

When networking, it is important to focus on the relationship with that person rather than strictly a business transaction. No one likes talking to a pushy salesperson. It’s ok to talk about the Royals’ non-last-place standings or what’s going on around town. Tell people about your work like a story – the more details the better! But leave the super fancy words that no one understands behind and engage the people you are talking with. They may nod their head with an “mmhmm” every now and then, but they may be thinking about what’s for dinner. Make sure you tell them something that will stand out and make them remember you, in a good way.

Part of leaving behind a good impression is a nice business card. Make sure you a card on you, and also avoid the mega cheap-looking cards. However, make sure not to fall into the trap of the business card sprinkler. Networking is not a contest to see who can hand out the most cards at an event, it’s about building strong relationships.

Networking experiences come and go, but make sure to practice telling your story so you can enjoy yourself, and your new connections, at your next event. article adapted from about.com

Member News & Announcements City Names New Assistant City Manager The City of Lee’s Summit is proud to announce the appointment of Christal Kliewer Weber as assistant city manager with responsibility for Administrative Services Departments.

after a nationwide search, which began in May 2013, followed by a competitive selection process involving a highly qualified group of more than 120 applicants from across the country.

She will begin on September 3, with responsibility for Central Building Services, Information Technology Services, Fleet, the City Clerk’s Office, LS360 Implementation and budget adoption.

Prior to accepting the position in the City of Lee’s Summit, she was assistant city manager of the City of Tomball, Texas since 2009. Among her duties in this progressive Texas community were overseeing Public Works & Utilities, Engineering and Planning, Permits and Inspections, Code Enforcement, Municipal Court, Information Technology and Community Center departments. She also worked with City Council, communications, policy development and budgeting.

“My family and I are excited to make Lee’s Summit our home. It is an honor to have the opportunity to serve this vibrant community and join a well-respected leadership team,” said Kliewer Weber. The selection of Christal comes

Christal is a former assistant to the city manager for the cities of Grand Prairie and Friendswood, Texas as well as a previous L.P. Cookingham Management Fellow for the City of Kansas City, Mo.

Hope House Awarded Grant for Adult Mental Health Project The Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City has awarded Hope House $94,000 to its Adult Mental Health Project for domestic violence survivors. This is part of the $20.5 million HCF has awarded in grants in the Greater Kansas City area. HCF financially supports programs, projects and services that eliminate barriers and promote quality health for the uninsured or underserved.

“Hope House recognizes the complex and interlaced relationships between domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse” said MaryAnne Metheny CEO of Hope House. “By addressing those issues through individual and group therapies, case management and

mental health advocacy and support groups we will help reduce their trauma-related anxiety and stress and leave drug free at the end of treatment.”

The Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City provides leadership, advocacy and resources that eliminate barriers to quality health for the uninsured and underserved in Kansas City, Hope House services form a safety net of prevention, education and support for thousands of victims of abuse every year.

R-7 Introduces Two New CNG-powered School Buses.

The Lee’s Summit R-7 School District is celebrating a unique program that uses alternative resources to generate funds for technology infrastructure to help students succeed. The program, which includes the nation’s largest school bus transition to compressed natural gas, also benefits the environment and saves dollars for taxpayers.

An August 1 open house featured a special presentation on the project as well as the opportunity for guests to view the first two of new CNG-powered school buses.

The changes within the school district’s Transportation Department and Purchasing and Distribution Department will greatly reduce both fuel costs and reliance on foreign oil products while also creating a more environmentally friendly school district fleet.

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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September 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 September 12 from 4:30–6 p.m. join Silverstein Eye Centers, 1741 NE Douglas, for Chamber After Hours. Attendees can enjoy appetizers and enter drawings for IPL Photo Facials, Botox Treatments, and Facial Peels. End your day on a high note and build your business relationships!

National Benefits Center September 20 • 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.

Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road Robert Cowan is the Director of the National Benefits Center (NBC), US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in the US Department of Homeland Security, which is located in the Summit Technology Center campus. He will describe USCIS’ mission, and the NBC’s role in accomplishing that mission and as a Lee’s Summit neighbor.

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

Deadline is September 18 at noon. Registration is required.

Sponsored by: Saint Luke’s East Hospital

BEFORE HOURS

Brew up Business Join National Bank Of Kansas City for the Lee’s Summit Chamber Before Hours event: “Smart Fall Financial Pursuits” on September 17 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. You will receive tips about how to approach the season with financial confidence, and refreshments will be served.

Enter a drawing for one of two Visa® gift cards, and get a head start on tackling your fall expenses. National Bank Of Kansas City – a place where you matter.

Performance Management & Motivation September 10 • 3:30–4:30 p.m. • John Knox Village Presenter - Donna K. Craig, LEADERSHIP Resources Performance management and motivation are rooted in management AND leadership. Your authority as a manager is derived from your position in an organization. Your leadership effectiveness is based in the activity of leading.

In this workshop, we’ll cover the key principles that effective managers abide by at all times - like empowering staff, focusing on goals instead of setbacks, and rewarding improvement as well as record-breaking achievements.

You’ll learn how to: • Supervise as a leader, not just as a manager • Recognize the causes of a lack of motivation • Cultivate morale by empowering others and building team spirit • Increase productivity using project management, delegation, and time management techniques • Manage others’ behavior using coaching skills • Lead wisely while keeping the organization’s interests at heart • Continue to cultivate your staff using training and feedback methods

Welcome to Our Newest Members Ameriprise Financial Advisors Inc

Chad Davis 4550 W 109TH ST, STE 200 OVERLAND PARK, KS 66211 (913) 239-2572 F: (913) 239-2510 E: chad.davis@ampf.com ameripriseadvisors.com/chad.davis

Elite Barter Group LLC

Tommy Leslie PO BOX 2424 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 470-9055 F: (877) 823-1355 E: tommyl@elitebartergroup.com elitebartergroup.com

Fusion Mobile Repair

ATC Construction

Damon Clawson 200 NE MISSOURI ROAD, #200 LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 875-6644 E: DClawson@FusionMobileRepair. com FusionMobileRepair.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City

Gold n Designs

Abrie Coetzee 621 NE COUNTRY LANE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 654-2354 F: (816) 554-2640 E: abrieatc@gmail.com

Scott Cruce 3908 WASHINGTON STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64111 (816) 777-2892 F: (816) 561-5273 E: scott@bbbskc.org bbbskc.org

Patrisha Carlyle

1025 SW 14TH STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo 64081 (816) 309-6364 E: tcarlyle@nkfirm.com

Door Systems Inc.

Jim Payne 507 SW LEA DRIVE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 524-8535 F: (816) 246-4634 E: jimpayne@doorsystemsinc.com doorsystemsinc.com

Dynamic Spine & Joint Center Nicole Dierking 1100 SE CENTURY DRIVE STE D LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 655-2162 E: drdierking@ dynamicspinejointcenter.com dynamicspinejointcenter.com

Dale Hurt 239 SE MAIN STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 246-1935 F: (816) 246-9480 E: sales@goldndesigns.com goldndesigns.com

Grains & Taps LLC

Brian Bixby 224 SE DOUGLAS STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 866-5827 E: info@grainsandtaps.com grainsandtaps.com

Midwest Neurosciences Institute at Lee's Summit

Nicole Schmidt 2000 SE BLUE PARKWAY, STE 270A LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 524-1700 F: (816) 524-1794 E: nicole.schmidt@hcahealthcare. com mymidwestphysician.com

Rodan & Fields DermatologyConsultant Julie Doane 3540 SW PRYOR ROAD LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082 (816) 588-4803 E: doanette@comcast.net jdoane.myrandf.com

Sears Hometown Store

Ryan Strickland 232 NW OLDHAM PARKWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 525-2147 E: DS7940@shos.com searshometownstores.com

Bob Zajic

603 NW ASHLEY AVENUE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 536-2077 E: razmjz1@gmail.com

Marian Zajic

603 NW ASHLEY AVENUE LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64081 (816) 536-2077 E: razmjz@hotmail.com

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

The Chamber is quite social, come follow, like and connect with us...

Morningside Business Center Kirk Saxton 306 SE M-291 HIGHWAY LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 524-1110 F: (816) 347-9999 E: ksaxton@primecommercial.com morningsidebc.com

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September 2013 Calendar September 4 • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot • 4–6 p.m., 25th Anniversary Open House at: Steppin’ Out-The Studio, 750 NW Main Street

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

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Current Resident

September 5 • 7:30 a.m., Health Care Committee meeting, Advanced Nutrition, 3360 SW Fascination Dr September 10 • 8 a.m., Oktoberfest Commitee meeting, Depot • 3:30–4:30 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Performance Management & Motivation PRESENTER: Donna K. Craig, LEADERSHIP Resources LOCATION: John Knox Village - Manhattan Room September 12 • 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, Silverstein Eye Centers, 1741 NE Douglas, #100 September 16 • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting - Awaken Whole Life Center, 1901 NW Blue Parkway September 17 • 7:30 a.m., Chamber Before Hours, National Bank of Kansas City, 350 SW Blue Parkway • 11:30 a.m., Business Development Council, Depot September 18 • Noon, Board of Directors meeting, Tingle Flooring, 2615 NE Hagen • 1:30 p.m., Ribbon Cutting - Flip Zone Shockwave, 3411 NE Ralph Powell Road September 20 • 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Monthly Membership Luncheon PRESENTER: Robert Cowan, Director of the National Benefits Center LOCATION: Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road SPONSOR: Saint Luke’s East Hospital September 24 • Noon, Membership Commitee meeting, Depot September 26 • 5–7 p.m., Shatzen Kickenoffen, an Oktoberfest Kick-Off Event, sponsored

by Lee’s Summit Journal, SE Main Street September 27 & 28 • Oktoberfest, the streets of Downtown Lee’s Summit

SAVE THE DATE

Mega Chamber Office Party October 30 • 4:30–7 p.m.

Hillcrest Golf & Country Club details on LSchamber.com

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