February 21, 2012
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 DEADLINE FOR BUNDLES | MARCH 1, 2012
2012 Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities are available.
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Advertising Opportunities
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For editorial inquires contact:
James Hobbs
816-252-4745
CHAMBER MEDIA KIT
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Weekly Poll
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LAST WEEK RESULTS: Would you be interested in attending an Independence Chamber Day in Jefferson City during the 2012 legislative session? A unanimous showing at the polls last week...100% of respondents answered "yes." The Chamber's Governmental Affairs Committee is currently working on organizing this legislative trip. Additional information will be sent to all members soon. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What do you find most beneficial about the Business Expo?
WEEKLY POLL | Business Expo----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As a Chamber member, we want you to be involved in the brainstorming also! Submit poll ideas to James at jhobbs@independencechamber.org. Ideas can reflect your industry or community observations
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Business Expo
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20th Annual Business Expo
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Thursday, March 8, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hilton Garden Inn -
Independence
Network | Leads | Exposure
ONLY 3 BOOTHS REMAIN!
Want additional EXPOsure?
Click below to find out how you can increase recognition for your company and receive advertising opportunities for your donation!
SILENT AUCTION FORM
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Upcoming Events
|  F.U.E.L. Happy Hour Date: February 28 Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Hereford House
19721 E. Jackson Drive Have young professionals in your business? Send them to F.U.E.L. to get more involved in their community.
VIEW ALL UPCOMING EVENTS
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Chamber Rewind - Recent Chamber Events
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 91st Annual Banquet
The 91st Annual Banquet was held on January 21, 2012. The event included an Art Show presented by the Artists of the Englewood Arts District, "One Voice" commitments and a special ending that got the room moving. Thank you to our p
Platinum sponsors: Centerpoint Medical Centers, JobOne, Speaks Family Legacy Chapels and UMB Bank. Thank you all sponsors for making the event a success.
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Business After Hours
Thank you to UMB Bank for hosting the a special Valentine's Day Business After Hours! UMB Bank went all out with Valentine's decorations, tower of food, flowers and a great beverage selection. Thank you to all the members that attended the event!
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Youth L.E.A.D.
The Youth L.E.A.D. class learned about public safety in Independence. After their leadership training they observed and participated in some of the police/fire academy exercises. The class then was able to view some of the historic fire engines and even ride in one. Independence Police Department gave a demonstration of their Canine Unit. Nick Hadley ended the day as always with a stock market review as well as a financial fitness preview.
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  Check out the Independence Chamber Calendar online. Chamber calendar includes Chamber events and Member events. CHAMBER CALENDAR |
February 9
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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February 17
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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February 28
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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Business After Hours
Sponsor/Host: UMB Bank
16900 Gudgell Rd. Indep., Mo.
Hors d'oeuvres and beverages
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Legislative Briefing
Independence Chamber of Commerce
210 W. Truman Rd.
Independence, MO 64050
Join us to hear your representatives discuss upcoming issues!
REGISTER
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F.U.E.L. Monthly Happy Hour
February 28, 5 p.m.
Hereford House, 19721 E. Jackson Drive
Join the Chamber's Young Professional Group!
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February 29
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
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Membership Luncheon
February 29, 12:00 p.m.,
Cost $23
Luncheon is almost SOLD OUT!
Make your reservation today!
"Annual Awards Luncheon"
Sponsored by: Independence Power & Light
Speaker: Mayor Don Reimal, City of Independence
"State of the City Address"
Ophelia's Restaurant,
201 N. Main Street
REGISTER
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20th ANNUAL BUSINESS EXPO
March 8, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Toshiba Business Solutions
Hilton Garden Inn Independence
19677 E. Jackson Dr.,
Independence., Mo.
8' x 8' $390, 8' x 10' $490
Business After Hours Networking
March 22, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.,
No charge
Hosted by:
The Fountains at Greenbriar
2100 S. Swope Dr., Indep., Mo.
Hors d'oeuvres and beverages served
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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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Member Spotlight
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New Member: Hawthorne Place Apartments
Hawthorne Place Apartment Homes managed by Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH.org)
Hawthorne Place in Independence offers housing and much more. Its mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and townhouses including washer-dryer hook-ups, cable television and high-speed internet connections. There are private patio areas and a total of 13 children's playground in our community. The David Stanley Community Center at Hawthorne Place offers training classes, a resident garden and a satellite clubhouse of the Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Kansas City. Professional management services, including 24-hour emergency response, are offered by Preservation Housing Management (PHM).
POAH's primary mission is to purchase large, multi-family properties and refinance them for long-term affordability. POAH has already rescued and refinanced close to 6,800 apartments in 52 developments in 9 states and the District of Columbia.
Background: Between 1965 and 1990, $60 billion in federal funding was invested in privately-owned, affordable rental homes for families, the disabled and the elderly. These homes were built in big cities, small towns and rural areas across the country. They were multi-story high-rises and single family bungalows. But all were built according to the same premise: that the government would provide funds to underwrite construction and operating costs, and in return, owners would promise that rents would be affordable to low income families and seniors on fixed incomes for the duration of the fixed financing period. Now more than four decades have passed, and the financial notes which built this housing are reaching "paid in full" status. With the expiration of each financing agreement, the leverage for keeping rents affordable is lost.
POAH seeks to intervene and forestall such losses, preserving this valuable and fragile asset for future generations. POAH also uses its preservation transactions to demonstrate how creative thinking and innovative financing can combine for the best outcomes. To the professionals at POAH, a deal is not just a deal. Navigating the complicated and highly regulated world of affordable housing finance is POAH's proven route toward the goal of preserving and protecting these valuable and vulnerable homes for the future for those in need.
Community and Apartment Amenities @ Hawthorne Place Apartments:
24 Hour maintenance Service
Laundry Facilities
Boys and Girls Club After School Program
Lending Library
Computer Room/Business Center
13 playgrounds
Resident Resource Services
Community Room
1 Bedrooms, 2 bedrooms and 2 & 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouses with full basements and washer and dryer hookups.
Central Air and Heat
Hardwood Floors
We Pay Water, Trash and Sewage
Under New Management
Address: 16995 E. Dover Lane Independence MO 64056
Phone: 816-257-2335 | Fax: 816-257-0320
Marketing Manager: Nidia Rodriguez
Website: www.hawthorne-place.com | www.poah.org
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ACCOUNTANTS - CERTIFIED PUBLIC
Trudy Beard CPA PC
17111 E. US Hwy 40 Ste A
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 478-0915
www.trudybeardcpa.com
ANTIQUES DEALER
Antiques on the Square
101 N. Main
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 252-1555
www.antiquesonthesquareindepmo.com
APARTMENTS
Hawthorne Place Apartments
16995 E. Dover Lane
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 257-2335
www.poah.org/phm
AUTOMOBILE SALES
Blue Springs Ford
3200 South Outer Rd.
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 229-4400
www.bluespringsford.com
AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR
Family Wrench, LLC
724 E. 23rd St.
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 254-2648
www.familywrench.com
EVENT PLANNER
Belle Journee
18008 E. Whitney
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 462-3024
www.bellejourneekc.com
FITNESS CENTER
KC180 Fitness, LLC
(Kris Chay's Urban HIIT FITT)
18675 E. 39th St. Ste. E
Independence, MO 64057
816-754-6692
www.hiitfitt.com
Jazzercise
14310 E. 42nd St. S
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 350-7717
www.jazzercise.com
FLORIST
Changing Seasons Gift Gallery and Flowers
11014 E. Winner Rd.
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 252-3372
www.changingseasonsflowers.net
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
The Women's Clinic of Kansas City
815 N. Noland Ste. 4&5
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 836-9000
www.thewomensclinic.net
The Women's Clinic of Kansas City
11904 Blue Ridge Blvd
Grandview, MO 64030
(816) 836-9000
www.thewomensclinic.net
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HOTELS/MOTELS
Clarion Hotel Sports Complex
4011 Blue Ridge Cutoff
Kansas City, MO 64133
(816) 353-5300
www.clarionhotel.com
INSURANCE
Beacon Point Insurance Group
201 W. Lexington Ave. Suite 309
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 254-6100
www.beaconpointinsurance.com
New York Life
7500 College Blvd.
Overland Park, KS 66210
(816) 743-1533
www.markfamos.nylagents.com
NEWSPAPERS
The Examiner
410 S. Liberty Street
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 254-8600
www.examiner.net
NON-PROFIT
Hope House
PO Box 577
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
(816) 257-9328
www.hopehouse.net
RESTAURANTS Up Dog 114 N. Liberty Independence, MO 64050 (816) 836-2900 Yogurtini 207 W. Maple Independence, MO 64050 (816) 961-0037 SALON SERVICES Allure Hair Studio 2412 S. RD Mize Rd. Independence, Mo. 64057 (816) 886-1940 SPORTING TEAMS Sporting Kansas City 210 W. 19th Terrace, Ste 200 Kansas City, MO 64108 (913) 387-3400 www.sportingkc.com MAKE SURE TO WELCOME THE NEW MEMBERS! Newest Member(s) |
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January Renewals
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ACI/Frangkiser Hutchens Inc.
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Alliant Techsystems, Inc.
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American Family Insurance - Eric Knipp Agency
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Bayer Crop Science
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Bryan Cave LLP
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Cargo Largo
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Central Communications Credit Union
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Comcast
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Cottman Transmission
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DML Bakeries Inc
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DML Consulting LLC
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Drury Inn & Suites - Independence
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Especially Jewelry
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Fraternal Order of Police Lodge # 1
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Greater KC Bldg & Construction Trades Council
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Hallmark Cards Inc.
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Hereford House Restaurant
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Hookers Tow
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Hooters of Independence
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Jim Blau Insurance Agency, Inc.
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JobOne
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Kaufman & Nichols CPA PC
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M & I Bank
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Matt Ford Sales Inc.
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Maywood Auto Repair of Independence Inc.
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McDaniel Furnace & Sheet Metal Inc.
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MetroMedia
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Mike Martin & Associates Inc
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Mother's Refuge
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Nuts and Bolts True Value Hardware
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Paycor Payroll Services
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Phil Burress State Farm Insurance
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Royal Lawn Service
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Rustici & Associates Chiropractic
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Scott King, Attorney
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Sterling Plaza
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Stewart Cook Constance & Minton LLC
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Stewart Title Company
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Three Trails Inn
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Tim's Pizza
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Trails West Branch Library
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UMB Bank
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| Members Giving 110% - Voluntarily Contributing An Additional 10% Above Their Membership Dues |
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Alliant Techsystems, Inc.
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Central Communications Credit Union
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Comcast
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Fraternal Order of Police Lodge # 1
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Greater KC Bldg & Construction Trades Council
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JobOne
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MetroMedia
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Mike Martin & Associates Inc
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Rustici & Associates Chiropractic
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Stewart Cook Constance & Minton LLC
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Stewart Title Company
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