September 27, 2011
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The Voice Contributors
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Quarterly Newsletter - July
 October 26, 2011
MCC-Blue River
8:00am - 10:00am
APPLICATION
Chamber Golf Classic
Contact Teresa Freeland to register or for information
Shop Local. Buy Independence.
Don't Miss the Buy iN Birthday Bash October 3, 2011 at 4 p.m. Click the Buy iN logo for more details.
 
Mega Chamber Office Party
Wednesday, November 2
5:00 - 7:00 PM
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Chamber Makeover
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Chamber Makeover
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In the past year the Chamber has launched a new website, social sites and two mobile apps. With these new additions to the technology front, there was one item needing a facelift.....the logo. A logo is "an identifying statement," as defined by Merriam-Webster. The Chamber wanted a new look that identified the mission of the organization. The Chamber consulted with Kelly Lightfoot, Owner & Creative Director of Ampersand. Thus Chamber's direction was transformed into the above illustration.
"The greatest goal of the Independence Chamber is to support local business and that's exactly what this new brand identity exemplifies," Kelly states. "With the modern illustration of our local cityscape, we also see a blending of the diverse grouping of businesses which all come together under the banner of the Chamber."
The new look reflects today's Chamber and supports the image as a longstanding organization within the community, providing innovative ideas and services for members and community.
*NEW* Independence Chamber Mobile App!
- Online Directory
- Near Me Function
- Events and Directions
- Member Deals
- News and Social Updates
- Advertising Opportunities
- Free to Download!
Scan the code above with your smartphone or click on the barcode while viewing this email on your phone.
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October Membership Drive
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JOIN THE October 2011
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
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.
MORE INFORMATION AND MEMBER INCENTIVES
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BE INVOLVED. SEND REFERRALS.
Call Penny today at 816-252-4745 with your referral.
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Upcoming Events
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F.U.E.L. Monthly Happy Hour When: Tuesday, September 27th Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Hereford House 19721 E. Jackson Drive
Independence, MO 64057 Network with other Young Professionals!
VIEW ALL UPCOMING EVENTS
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Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival
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 Sunday, September 4
Wow! Friday and Saturday were rough, but Sunday was clear blue skies, perfect temperatures and the crowds were the largest in festival history for a Sunday! Overall, Sunday was a great day to visit the crafters and enjoy the entertainment without worrying about the rain.
The "picture perfect" weather brought out a massive crowd. People were shoulder to shoulder in all directions to the festival! Families were enjoying the great festival food while taking a break on the Historic Courthouse lawn.
Romance must have been in the air at the festival this year. Another proposal was performed at SCG. Unlike the previous day, Janice Hwang decided to take the lead and propose to her future husband, Tim Solberg. She worked with the SCG Festival Board to set-up a fake caricature stand ran by a SCG volunteer. As they both sat and after a few scribbles, the artist revealed the pre-made artwork that showed Janice proposing to Tim. He said yes and they both were brought on stage for their announcement.
Entertainers for Sunday were Six Degress West, Randy Montana and James Wesley. With the perfect weather, each group had large crowds and great times were had by all that attended. James Wesley even came back on stage with a Johnny Cash encore, that's a first for SCG!
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Chamber Rewind - Recent Chamber Events
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2011-2012 Adult L.E.A.D.
The Independence Chamber L.E.A.D. Class 2011-2012 started with a day of teamwork and leadership at the Tucker Leadership Lab at William Jewel College. The new leaders of tomorrow had to surpass their fears and trust one another to get through the high wires course.
VIEW PICTURES
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Santa-Cali-Gon Days
View the pictures from each day below.
Friday, September 2
Saturday, September 3
Sunday, September 4
Monday, September 5
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Ribbon Cutting
Independence Chamber members welcomed the partnership of Medical Imaging - TMC Eastland to the Independence community.
For more information on
this business visit
www.medicalimagingkc.com
Thank you to all the Chamber members that attended the ribbon cutting.
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| 63rd Annual Halloween Parade | 
Independence Chamber of Commerce & Centerpoint Medical Center Present:63rd Annual Halloween Parade
When: Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, 4 p.m. Please note the time change from 3 pm in past years to 4 pm!!
Where: Historic Independence Square, Independence, Mo.
Parade Route: Begins at Pleasant and Walnut streets and continues east on Walnut, north on Main, west on Lexington, north on Spring and ends at McCoy Park. First and second place trophies will be awarded in four categories. The parade will be held rain or shine.
Details: Ghouls and goblins will roam the streets, as school groups, businesses, car clubs and individuals show off their Halloween spirit with decorated floats. Kids of all ages are invited to trick or treat around the Square before the parade, from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Participating merchants will have balloons hanging outside their storefronts. Shotgun Jackson, afternoon disc jockey for 106.5 the Wolf will once again emcee the parade.
Admission: FREE!!
Great Pumpkin Contest: Sponsored by CommunityAmerica Credit Union. A giant pumpkin will be displayed at a CommunityAmerica Credit Union near you! "Guess the weight of the pumpkin and win it along with a $100 savings bond from CommunityAmerica.
Contact: Independence Chamber of Commerce for more information (816) 252-4745 or visit www.independencechamber.org.
PARADE SPONSORS Centerpoint Medical Center | CommunityAmerica Credit Union | Corporate CopyPrint |
  Check out the Independence Chamber Calendar online. Chamber calendar includes Chamber events and Member events. CHAMBER CALENDAR |
September 13
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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September 15
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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September 21
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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L.E.A.D. Alumni Business4Breakfast
"Legacy Drawer" presentation
By Carolyn Pittsenbarger
Independence Chamber
210 W. Truman Rd.
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Business Before Hours
Host/Sponsor: Metcalf Bank
11206 E. US Highway 24
Join us for a free continental breakfast and network with Chamber Members!
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Membership Luncheon
Cost: $23
Sponsor: MetroMedia
Speaker: Jackson County Sheriff; Mike Sharp
Ophelia's Restaurant
201 N. Main St.
Reservations by September 16
REGISTER
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September 21
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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September 27
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Chamber Calendar
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Ribbon Cutting
Medical Imaging
19000 E. Eastland Center Ct.
Join us as we cut a ribbon for a new Chamber Membe
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F.U.E.L. Monthly Happy Hour
Hereford House
19721 E. Jackson Dr.
Join the Chamber's Young Professional Group!
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Check out the Independence Chamber Calendar online.
Chamber calendar includes Chamber events and Member events.
CHAMBER CALENDAR
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Event Postcards are sponsored by: 
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ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY
Blue Hills Rest Home
2207 N. blue Mills Road
Independence, MO 64058
(816) 796-3376
www.bluehillsresthome.com
CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS
Best Buy Mobile
18813 E. 39th Street Suite 1146
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-7480
CONSTRUCTION
Turner Construction
2345 Grand Blvd., Suite 1000
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 283.0555
www.turnerconstruction.com
EDUCATION
Sunrise Motessori Academy of Independence
16716 E. U.S. 40 Hwy
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 478-1234
www.thesunrisemontessori.com
HEALTH
Independence Womens Infants & Children
529 E. U.S. Hwy 24
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 404-6469
www.tmcwic.org
Jackson County Health Department
313 Liberty
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 404-6450
www.jacohd.org
Medical Imaging
1900 E. Eastland Ctr. Court
Independence, MO 64055
(816)876-2900
Shared Care Free Health Clinic
17611 E. US 24 Hwy
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 404-6455
www.sharedcarefree.org
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HOSPICE
Odyssey Hospice
4911 S. Arrowhead Dr. #310
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 795-1333
www.odsyhealth.com
LIFE INSURANCE & INVESTMENTS Western & Southern Financial Group 14500 E. 42nd St. Ste. #231 Independence, MO 64055 816-410-2047 www.wslife.com
RESTAURANTS Chick-Fil-A 18785 39th St. Independence, MO 64057 (816) 795-7775 www.welovecfa.com SIGNS JC Address Signs 3351 S. Norwood Independence, MO 64052 (816) 699-9988 www.jcaddresssigns.com SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT Independence Events Center 19100 E. Valley View Parkway Independence, MO 64055 (816) 442-6100 www.independenceeventscenter.com
WAREHOUSE SOLUTIONS Jackmaster Lift Parts, Inc. 2236 S. Vermont Ave., Suite #1 Independence, MO 64052 (816) 255-8464 www.jackmasterliftparts.net MAKE SURE TO WELCOME THE NEW MEMBERS! Newest Member(s) |
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New Member Introduction
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 Organization: Chick-fil-A
Rep: Gloria Stancil - Restuarant Marketing Director
18785 E. 39th Street South
Independence, MO 640507
Ph: 816.795.7775
www.welovecfa.com
It all started in 1946, when Truett Cathy opened his first restaurant, The Dwarf Grill, in Hapeville, Georgia. Credited with inventing Chick-fil-A's boneless breast of chicken sandwich, Mr. Cathy founded Chick-fil-A, Inc. in the early 1960s and pioneered the establishment of restaurants in shopping malls with the opening of the first Chick-fil-A Restaurant at a mall in suburban Atlanta in 1967. Since then, Chick-fil-A has steadily grown to become the second largest quick-service chicken restaurant chain in the United States, with over 1,500 locations in 39 states and Washington, D.C. In 2010, annual sales were over $3.5 billion. Chick-fil-A is still privately held and family owned. The Independence Center Chick-fil-A is Operated by Lloyd Andersen.
As well as the Original Chick-fil-A Sandwich, the menu also includes Chargrilled Chicken Sandwiches, wraps and salads. Healthy choices for kid's meals sides such as fruit cups and juice are available at no extra charge. Breakfast is served from 6:30am-10:30am offering a wide variety of items from Chicken biscuit to Chicken breakast burrito's.They also have catering trays available to carry out or deliver for any occasion. Fun events such as Family Game night, and more take place as well. You can find them on Facebook at Chick-fil-A Independence Center or at www.welovecfa.com.Their location is 18785 E 39th Street in front of the Independence Center Mall.
-Gloria Stancil-
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August 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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Alterra Bank
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Auto Color & Equipment Inc.
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The Corner Spot
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The Dunes at Eastland Center Apartments
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Evans & Steele Financial
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Forest City Land Group
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Fort Osage R-1 School District
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Generator Sales & Install
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Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
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McGrath Heating and Cooling LLC
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Network Solutions Group LLC
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St. Mary's Medical Center
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Stewardship Capital
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Superior Bowen Asphalt Company LLC
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