May 10, 2011
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The Voice Contributors
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Chamber Membership Drive
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The Chamber's upcoming Membership Drive is a great way for you to meet business owners while working closely with many of the area's best salespeople. This is a great opportunity for leaders like you to grow professionally, to expand your business and community contacts, and to help Independence Chamber of Commerce become even stronger and more vital for business in the future. BE INVOLVED. SEND REFERRALS. Members will receive credit for referrals that join. MORE INFORMATION |
Chamber Golf Classic
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Cost:
Team of Four: $460 before June 7, 2011 or $560 after June 7
Individual Players: $115/player if paid by June 7 or $140 after June 7
Golfer's Team Package (optional): $50 for team of (4)
String Contest - (1) 3' string per team
Team has the option to move the ball (without penalty) to any new position away from where the ball had previously come to rest. Once the ball is moved, the length of string is no longer available.
Putting Contest - (4) entries
Players compete in a putting contest. Closest to the hole or making the putt wins. In the event of one or multiple ties a putt-off will decide the winner.
Tiger Woods Contest - (4) entries
Entire team must participate. Team will have the option to play from the Tiger Woods marker on the assigned hole.
SIGN UP YOUR TEAM TODAY!
SPONSORSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE
EVENT & SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
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Upcoming Event
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How to Pitch to Investors
Having a great idea isn't enough. You also need to know how to make an effective and persuasive pitch. "How to Pitch to Investors" will identify the critical items you need to address, two outlines for your pitch, and battle tested tips on making your presentation more effective.
When: Wednesday, May 11 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Independence Chamber of Commerce
Cost: FREE
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The Voice Sponsor
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Chamber Rewind - Recent Chamber Events
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Ribbon Cutting
Green Acres Garden Center celebrated its official opening with the Independence Chamber business community. Green Acres, formerly Keller's Flowerhaus, is located at 15640 E. 40 Hwy. The new owners Bret and Jenny Lucas are excited to reestablish this business in the community.
For more information visit their facebook page at:
www.facebook.com/green-acres-garden-center
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Adult L.E.A.D. - April
The Adult L.E.A.D. Class learned about Independence Public Safety. The class started the morning with a mock car crash involving a teenager that was texting and driving.
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Ribbon Cutting
R-G Federal Credit Union celebrated its official opening with the Independence Chamber business community by throwing a cookout. R-G Federal Credit Union is a new business located at 3720 S Noland Road. Shawn Beltz, Branch Manager, made clear that R-G was going to be a community oriented business located on Noland Road.
For more information visit their website at: www.rgfcu.com
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May 10
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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May 11
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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May 17
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Business Before Hours
Continental Breakfast
No charge
Sponsor/Host:
United Consumers Credit Union
400 W. 24 Hwy.
REGISTER
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Brown Bag Lunch Series
University of Central Missouri
Entrepreneur Zone
"How to Pitch to Investors"
Independence Chamber of Commerce
Cost: free, bring your lunch
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Ribbon Cutting
AutoTek LLC
537 US Highway 24
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May 18
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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May 19
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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May 20
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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Membership Luncheon
Cost $23
Reservations by May 13
Sponsor:
City of Independence, Department of Tourism
Speaker: Cori Day, Director of Tourism
Ophelia's Restaurant, 201 N. Main St.
REGISTER
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Ribbon Cutting
Comprehensive Mental Health Services
17844 E. 23rd Street,
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Legislative Briefing
No charge
Independence Chamber of Commerce
REGISTER
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May 24
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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May 26
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
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F.U.E.L. Monthly Happy Hour
Hereford House, 19721 E. Jackson Drive
Join the Chamber's Young Professional Group
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Ribbon Cutting
Foundry Big & Tall Supply Company
18801 E 39th St South
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June 3, 2011
L.E.A.D. Alumni Cook-out Luncheon
June 3, 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. McCoy Park Pavilion, R.S.V.P. by May 31
June 21, 2011
Chamber Golf Classic
June 21, 8 a.m.
Presenting Sponsor: Stewardship Capital
Location:
WinterStone Golf Course
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Event Postcards are sponsored by: 
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New Members
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AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR
AutoTek, LLC
537 E. 24 Hwy
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 461-8811
CREDIT UNIONS
R-G Federal Credit Union
3720 S. Noland Rd.
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 254-9055
www.rgfcu.com
GARDEN CENTERS Green Acres Garden Center 15640 E. 40 Hwy Kansas City, MO 64136 (816) 373-0197 www.grnacs.com
GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
Midwest Public Risk 19400 E. Valley View Pkwy Independence, MO 64055 (816) 292-7500 www.mprisk.org INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP Mr. Fred Mills 3401 S. Dominion Dr. Independence, MO 64050 |
PUBLISHERS & PRINTERS
Village Profile
33 N. Geneva St.
Elgin, IL 60120
(314) 746-2561
www.villageprofile.com
RESTAURANTS
Noodles & Company
2140 Independence Center Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-0002
www.noodles.com
RETAIL
Foundry Big & Tall Supply Company
18801 E. 39th St. South
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-1872
Savers
4466 S. Noland Rd.
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 373-9201
www.savers.com
VETERANS ORGANIZATION American Legion Post 21 16701 E. 40 Hwy Independence, MO 64055 (816) 373-0221 MAKE SURE TO WELCOME THE NEW MEMBERS! *Newest Member(s) |
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April Renewals
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*15 or more years renewal - click company for website
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| Members Giving 110% - Voluntarily Contributing An Additional 10% Above Their Membership Dues |
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Better Business Bureau
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Munlake Contractors
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Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas City
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Pepsi Beverages Company
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CATCO Catastrophe Cleaning & Restoration Company
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Randall Pratt - Individual Membership
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DNA Services of America
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Premiere Outdoor Enterprises, Inc.
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East Side Baptist Church
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The Rehabilitation Center of Independence
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Elite Cuisine LLC
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Rockwood Golf Club
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Independence Retired School Personnel Association
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Chad Mitchell State Farm Insurance
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McDonald's Restaurant - 16235 E. 24 Highway
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Super 8 Independence
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McDonald's Restaurant - 3921 Bolger Road
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Three Trails Animal Hospital
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MEDS CNA Training Programs
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Widick Marketing
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