Welcome 2019! The Chamber Quarterly Newsletter 2019 January/February/March Presented by: Presented SEPT 1st
PLEASE NOTE:NOT February Luncheon WE WILL Charter Members HOST A The Independence Chamber of Commerce LUNCHEON IN is grateful to our Charter members for their JANUARY! ongoing support, which allows us to offer programs and events that help our city and members grow and prosper. State of County & State of City Address
Frank White Jr. Zach Walker County Executive City Manager Jackson County, Missouri City of Independence
Hear both Jackson County Executive, Frank White Jr. and City Manager, Zach Walker present the State of the County & State of the City Address, honoring the accomplishments that have been achieved.
When:Wednesday Adam’sWhere: Mark Hotel February 20, 2019 9103 E. 39th Street 11:30am - 1:00pm Kansas City, MO 64133
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210 West Truman Road Independence, MO 64050 816-252-4745 www.iChamber.biz
2 The Chamber View SATURDAY JANUARY 19TH, 2019 HILTON GARDEN INN Presented by:
Guest Speaker Astronaut KENT ROMINGER Kent Rominger is the vice president of Strategic Programs with responsibility for the Navy’s Fleet Ballistic Missile Program, the Air Force’s Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent pursuit and Minuteman III Sustainment (FISAC PSSC) for Northrop Grumman.
Prior to his current role, Kent served as vice president of Strategy and Business Development for Northrop Grumman’s Propulsion Systems Division. In this capacity, he was responsible for supporting commercial, defense and civil space customers with innovative and affordable propulsion solutions. Kent also served as vice president of Propulsion Systems Division’s Test and Research Operations, where his responsibilities included the overall testing of rocket motors, warheads and components and Northrop Grumman is a leading global security support for research and development operations. He joined company providing innovative systems, Northrop Grumman in October 2006 as vice president, products and solutions in autonomous systems, Advanced Programs, following distinguished careers with cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and NASA and the U.S. Navy. modernization to customers worldwide.
Rominger was selected as a NASA astronaut in 1992. A Please visit news.northropgrumman.com and veteran of five space shuttle flights, including two as the follow us on Twitter, @NGCNews, for more mission commander, he has logged over 1,600 hours and information. traveled almost 27 million miles in space. He culminated his NASA career as the chief of the Astronaut Office.
Rominger was commissioned as a naval officer in 1979. SPONSORSHIPS During his 26-year career, he served as an F-14 Tomcat pilot with fighter squadrons VF-2 and VF-211 and as a Navy test AVAILABLE pilot. While with VF-211, he completed a deployment to the Arabian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Rominger is a graduate of the Navy Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun) and For more information or to the Naval Test Pilot School at Patuxent River, Maryland. He purchase tickets contact the has logged more than 7,000 flying hours in 35 different types of aircraft and has completed 685 carrier landings. Independence Chamber of Commerce A native of Del Norte, Colorado, Rominger received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Colorado State (816) 252-4745 University and a master’s degree in aeronautical www.iChamber.biz engineering from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School.
Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 3 JANUARYCalendar 7 of JANUARYEvents 18 JANUARY 23 PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING BUSINESS BEFORE 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM HOURS Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 210 W. Truman Road 210 W. Truman Road Columbia College 4240 Blue Ridge Blvd. JANUARY 8 JANUARY 19 Suite 400 AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING ANNUAL CHAMBER Members, please join us for Business 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM BANQUET Before Hours at Columbia College this Chamber of Commerce 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM month! This is a FREE networking op- 210 W. Truman8 Road Hilton Garden Inn portunity for members to mingle and 19677 E. Jackson Dr. network before starting the work day. Coffee/juice and a continental breakfast JANUARY 9 is provided. You’re invited to BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING attend our annual SPONSORED BY: 8:00 AM Chamber Banquet! This year’s guest Chamber of Commerce speaker is Astronaut, Kent Rominger, 210 W. Truman Road a decorated Navy TOPGUN fighter pilot and member of the Astronaut Hall Of Fame. JANUARY 10 SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE! JANUARY 31 ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING FOR PRESENTED BY: YIPs NETWALKING BUSINESSES 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Independence Center Independence Police 18801 E. 39th Street S Dept. Join the Young Independence Profes- 223 N. Memorial Drive sionals for a NEW “Netwalking” event! The Independence Police Department is It’s networking with a twist. Show Up. offering Active Shooter Training for Netwalk. Win Prizes. Businesses. *Lunch provided* JANUARY 22 FEBRUARY 4 Topics that will be covered: iN BIZ RESOURCE COMMITTEE MEETING • Workplace Violence statistics, possible 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING violence triggers Location: TBD 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM • Active Shooter incident discussion: Chamber of Commerce Columbine, Sandy Hook, Virginia Tech, 210 W. Truman Road Inland Regional Center • Response to Active Shooter including JANUARY 23 Run Hide Fight model FEBRUARY 6 • Methods to barricade/secure rooms, RIBBON CUTTING evacuation policy considerations 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING Jobs Plus 8:00 AM 810 East Walnut Chamber of Commerce JANUARY 18 210 W. Truman Road EGGS & ISSUES Help us welcome the new Jobs Plus 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM program to Independence during their FEBRUARY 12 Ennovation Center ribbon cutting event. 201 N. Forest Avenue AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING This event provides a forum for our 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM members in the business community Chamber of Commerce to interact with legislators represent- JANUARY 23 210 W. Truman Road ing Independence in the 2019 General Session. It’s a chance to hear committee CHAIRMAN’S BOOK CLUB assignments and the goals planned by 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM FEBRUARY 13 our elected officials. There will be an op- Chamber of Commerce portunity for questions by our members 210 W Truman Rd. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING in attendance. Full buffet breakfast: $15 8:00 AM January book: The 5 Languages of Chamber of Commerce Please kindly register by January 16th! Appreciation in the Workplace by 210 W. Truman Road Gary Chapman and Paul White 4 The Chamber View FEBRUARY 15 FEBRUARY 26 MARCH 15 MONTHLY LEGISLATIVE MEETING iN BIZ RESOURCE COMMITTEE MEETING MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Location: TBD Location: TBD Chamber of Commerce 210 W. Truman Road FEBRUARY 19 FEBRUARY 27 MARCH 20 YIPs LUNCH & LEARN: MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON HEALTH & WELLNESS CHAIRMAN’S BOOK CLUB 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center Chamber of Commerce 18011 Bass Pro Drive Chamber of Commerce 210 W Truman Road 210 W. Truman Road Join us for the Monthly Membership Luncheon We hope you can make it to our lunch & MARCH 4 where we will hear re- learn educational seminar where we will marks from Kay Barnes. learn from the experts from Terra Health PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING & Wellness on topics such as eating 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM healthy on a budget, effects that eating Chamber of Commerce SPONSORED BY: healthy has on your body, and more! 210 W. Truman Road MARCH 20 SPONSORED BY: MARCH 8 GRAND OPENING & RIBBON CUTTING 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM FIRST RESPONDERS RECOGNITION FEBRUARY 20 BREAKFAST Cedarhurst Senior Living 7:30 AM - 9:00AM 20551 E. Trinity Place MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON Location: TBD 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM Adam’s Mark Hotel Honoring the men and women that 9103 E 39th Street protect our city every day. Kansa City, MO 64133 MARCH 26 iN BIZ RESOURCE COMMITTEE MEETING 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Location: TBD
Hear both Jackson County Executive, MARCH 27 Frank White Jr. and City Manager, Zach Walker present the State of the County SPONSORED BY: CHAIRMAN’S BOOK CLUB & State of the City Address, honoring 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM the accomplishments that have been Chamber of Commerce achieved. MARCH 12 210 W Truman Rd. AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING MARCH 28 SPONSORED BY: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Chamber of Commerce BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS 210 W. Truman Road 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors FEBRUARY 21 MARCH 13 4200 Little Blue Parkway, Suite 400 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 8:00 AM Members, make plans to join us for Business 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Before Hours. FREE networking opportunities Navtivity Of Mary School Chamber of Commerce 210 W. Truman Road for members to mingle and network before 10021 E. 36th Terr starting the work day. Coffee/juice and a MARCH 15 continental breakfast is provided.
MONTHLY LEGISLATIVE MEETING SPONSORED BY: SPONSORED BY: 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM Chamber of Commerce 210 W. Truman Road Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 5 Ribbon Cuttings October 3, 2018 Aldi 16007 E. 23rd St. Independence, MO 64055
October 8, 2018 BlendWell Community Cafe 10725 US-24, Independence, MO 64054
October 15, 2018 Redwood of Carmel Hills 810 East Walnut Independence, MO 64050
October 20, 2018 Independence Arts & Technology 315 N. Main Street Independence, MO 64050
November 28, 2018 Lion’s Choice 4045 Little Blue Pkwy Independence, MO 64057
6 The Chamber View November 29, 2018 Speaks Chapels 18020 E 39th St Independence, MO 64055
December 11, 2018 Jack in the Box 14000 E 42nd St S Independence, MO 64055
December 14, 2018 Boost Mobile 1528A E. 23rd Street South Independence, MO 64055
Healthly Eating Tips:
• Eat a whole food, unprocessed, mostly plant based diet for optimal nutrition. • Buy in bulk when possible to go green and reduce less. • Be selective with supplements, they should only be used to fill in the gaps of an already balanced diet. • Choose organic produce as much as possible to reduce your exposure to pesticides, herbicides, and gmo’s that contribute to leaky gut and autoimmune conditions that affect your health long-term.
Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 7 Friday | January 18, 2019 FEBRUARY 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Friday | February 15, 2019 Ennovation Center 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM Chamber of Commerce Interact with legislators representing Independence in the 2019 General Ses- sion. It’s a chance to hear committee MARCH assignments and the goals planned by Friday | March 15, 2019 our elected officials. There will be an 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM opportunity for questions by our mem- Chamber of Commerce bers in attendance. Our monthly legislative meetings give Full buffet breakfast: $15 you an opportunity to ask legislators Registration required and available directly about issues you are concerned online: about. The briefing is open to all Cham- ber members free of charge. https://independencemo.chambermaster. com/eventregistration/register/8343 Please register so that we may plan accordingly: https://independencemo. For questions or additional information, chambermaster.com/eventregistration/ please contact the Chamber at (816) register/8345 252-4745 or email Sarah Beth Wood at [email protected].
Current Elected Officials in Independence: Robert Sauls, House of Representatives, REGISTRATION IS EASY ON 21st District, Ingrid Burnett, House of Repre- OUR WEBSITE! sentatives, 19th District, Brandon Ellington, House of Representatives, 22nd District, VISIT Bill E. Kidd, House of Representatives, 20th WWW.ICHAMBER.BIZ Distrit, Jeanie Lauer, House of Representa- tives, 32nd District, John Rizzo, Senate, 11th TO REGISTER FOR THESE EVENTS District, Rory Rowland, House of Represen- tatives, 29th District AND MORE!
8 The Chamber View The LEAD 2018-2019 Class is off to a great start! Over the past 3 months, they’ve gained invaluable insight on topics such as health & wellness, education, and about the rich history of Independence. In December, the LEAD Alumni gathered at Carrabba’s Italian Grill for a holiday luncheon where the current LEAD class was introduced. Many fantastic door prizes from our members were given away during the luncheon!
Developed by the Independence Chamber of Commerce, L.E.A.D. Independence aims to provide a network of informed leaders with a commitment to the continued growth and development of our City. L.E.A.D. Independence provides a road map for successful community involvement through interaction with key community leaders and the issues that make Independence distinctive. Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 9 Picture Perfect!
10 The Chamber View Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 11 Lunch & Learn Educational Seminar: Health & Wellness February 19, 2019 | 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM Hear from the experts of Terra Health & Wellness as they provide valuable information on topics such as eating healthy on a budget, effects that eating healthy has on your body, and more! Lunch is provided. SPONSORED BY: REGISTRATION REQUIRED: http://business.ichamber.biz/events/details/ yips-lunch-learn-educational-seminar-health-wellness-9015
NEW EVENT! YIPs Netwalking NETWORKING WITH A TWIST! Join the Young Independence Professionals for the NEW Netwalking event! It’s networking with a twist. Show Up. Pair up with a partner. Netwalk. Win Prizes. SIGN UP BY VISITING THE CHAMBER WEBSITE: http://independencemo.chambermaster.com/events/details/ yips-netwalking-8747
QUESTIONS? Contact Kelsey or Sarah Beth January 31, 2019 Kelsey - [email protected] 5:00 – 6:30 pm 816.875.9269 Sarah Beth - [email protected] 816.875.9328
12 The Chamber View March Luncheon Guest Speaker
Congratulations to Chamber Member Ophelia's on their 20th 2018 Kansas Citian of the Year Year Anniversary! Kay Barnes Make plans to join us for the Monthly NEW YEAR. Membership Lunch in March as we will hear remarks from Kay Barnes former Kansas City Mayor and 2018 Kansas Citian of NEW LOOK. the Year. Watch for our NEW website in 2019! When:Wednesday StoneyWhere: Creek Hotel March 20, 2019 & Conference Center 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 18011 Bass Pro Dr.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 13 CelebratingHappy the membership Anniversary! anniversaries of longstanding Chamber supporters. 1-4 Years 15-24 Years
Jim Barnes McAlister’s Deli DeLuccie and O’Hara Law Offices LLC Elsie Bell’s Antique Mall GM Peters Agency, Inc. Summit Computer Solutions Redwood of Carmel Hills Slim Chickens- Liberty Duluth Trading Company Swope Health Independence Sunterra Springs Independence Sonshine Sports Apparel, LLC TSM Event Services LLC Northrop Grumman The Trevor Tilton Farmers Agency Northrop Grumman: Lake City Business Center Allen’s Electric & HVAC, Inc. Englewood Properties, LLC Developing Potential, Inc. Church of the Four Corners Matchstick Websites Nativity of Mary School Union Home Mortgage Zucca & Daughters & Sons Roofing Co., Inc NorthWest Communities Development Corporation PeacePathways Truckmovers.com Residence Inn by Marriott Candlewood Suites Carhartt Independence Center Consultants in Gastroenterology/Division of National Association of Parliamentarians ReeceNichols East Digestive Health Specialists Able Air Heating & Cooling Hometown News City of Sugar Creek Specialty Landscape Services LLC RDS Equipment, Inc. Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City Stewardship Capital, Ltd. Healing Well Chiropractic All Copy Products Quick Shine Blue Springs School District TIREY J FORD POST 21 CBIZ Benefits & Insurance Services of K.C. The Delaware Event Space Morgan Miller Plumbing Truman Heartland Community Foundation ACS Services Victorian Society of the Vaile Mansion and Rottler Pest Solutions Dewitt Museum 25-39 Years Health Care Advantage LLC Dickey’s Barbecue Pit EPIC Sports Lodge Summit Bank of Kansas City Flying Colors Painting Drumm Farm Center for Children Continental Siding Supply Kapke & Willerth LLC Finke Financial, LLC Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More United Consumers Credit Union Sarpinos Pizzeria Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care Hawthorn Bank- 39th St Paramount Health Chiropractic Sibley Orchards Hawthorn Bank- White Oak Sprint Revive Church K Martin Kuny Attorney Collins Roofing Buffalo Wild Wings Super 8 Independence Four Points by Sheraton The Springs at Independence Tim’s Pizza Rachel House Pregnancy Centers Inc. GOAD COMPANY Truman Medical Centers Lakewood Brent Lilly Agency One Community Hospice PBI Industries Inc - McDonald’s Spire Inc. PRMC (Preston Resource Management Palmer Place Leasing Office Corporation) Unilever Jim Gamble Independence Center Adventure Oasis Water Park Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center Bingham-Waggoner Estate McClain Brothers Real Estate Chicago and Alton 1879 Depot Villages of Jackson Creek 40 Plus Years National Frontier Trails Museum Villages of Jackson Creek Memory Care Hartsook Foster Adopt Connect Commerce Bank- Noland Rd LDS Independence Missouri Visitors’ University of Central Missouri Independence Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Center Wyatt Violin Shop LLC Pharaoh Cinema 4 Theater Nancy K Eppert Stewart Cook Constance & Minton LLC UMB Bank- Gudgell Carson-Speaks Chapel 5-14 Years Centerpoint Medical Center Carpenter and Company, Inc. Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kansas City Medical Imaging Eastland Mallinson Vineyard and Hall WIC Independence (Women, Infants and Children Village Heights Community of Christ Nutrition) Kansas City Zoo Vance & Associates, Inc. Blue Springs Ford Office Products Alliance For more info about Family Wrench LLC Sonic Drive In - Jackson Drive Bayer Crop Science Cruise Planners Chick-fil-A Edward Jones, Jon Klassen these businesses & all Drury Inn & Suites Independence ARC Physical Therapy+ Sterling Plaza Apartments Jim Blau Insurance Agency Inc. Chamber members visit Jackson County Health Department Hy-Vee Food & Drug Store 40 Hwy www.iChamber.biz
14 The Chamber View Officers: Board of Directors: Terri Steele Sonci Bleckinger Matt Beem Laurie Dean Wiley Chairman of the Board Chair Elect Hartsook Companies Larkin-Dale at Waddell & Reed Evans & Steele Financial, LLC Central Bank of the Midwest Austin Conley Eric Knipp Eric Knipp Agency, Inc. Ron Finke Jonathan Zerr Austin Conley Agency Treasurer Past Chair of the Board Kim Deveney Bret Kolman Stewardship Capital Kapke & Willerth, LLC. American Funding Solutions, LLC Centerpoint Medical Center Beth Franklin Brad Smith Keller Williams Real Estate Drumm Farm Center for Children Bob Glaser Brad Speaks Ex Officio Members: Community America Credit Union Speaks Family Legacy Chapels Steve Graffeo Trevor Tilton Community of Christ The Trevor Tilton Farmers Agency Kurt Graham Tom Lesnak Harry S Truman Library Independence EDC Cindy McClain Whitney Watson McClain Enterprises, Inc. Orbital ATK - Small Caliber Systems Dr. Dale Herl Dr. Jason Snodgrass Matt Medley Tom Weir Independence School District Fort Osage School District Medley Smiles Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Dr. Lynette Wheeler Dr. Paul Kinder Zach Walker Julie Moreno The Examiner Truman Medical Center Lakewood Blue Springs School District City of Independence
Kris Zerr Sarah Beth Wood Chamber Team: Vice President & Director of Finance Program & Operations Manager Tom Lesnak [email protected] [email protected] President & CEO [email protected] Mikealene Evans Director of Marketing & Communications Trina Anderson [email protected] Director of Membership Services [email protected] Kelsey Edwards, Event Planning & Academies of ISD Liaison Lois McDonald [email protected] Vice President of Community Development Morgan Welch Independence Chamber of Commerce [email protected] Special Projects Manager Phone: (816) 252-4745 [email protected] www.ichamber.biz
JOINGIVE OUR BACK!110% CLUB
We invite you to join our 110% Club. When members voluntarily contribute an extra 10% over their annual investment amount, your contribution is tax deductible and will help the Chamber in strengthening our infrastructure. As a member of the 110% Club, participating business will receive recognition on the Chamber’s website, social media pages, in the Chamber’s newsletter, and at Chamber events throughout the year. QUESTIONS? Contact Kris Zerr - [email protected] or (816) 783-0313. Jan/Feb/Mar 2019 15 LeadershipQuote of the Quarter “Successful and unsuccessful October - December 2018 people do not vary greatly in Glory Sun Designs their abilities. They vary in Jack in the Box St. Michael the Archangel their desires to reach their North American Thrombosis Forum potential.” MUSTANG PLUS Lighthouse Legal, LLC ~ John C. Maxwell ~ A.G. Spanos Companies Smoothie King HEMPWORX CBD Kim Connects KC Home Team Lip Sense by SeneGence with Angie Judy @ Pucker Up MVP Awards and Engraving Synago LLC Luckducks Target Marketing
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