May 1st, 2012
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CHAMBER CASH MOB TODAY!
When: Tuesday, May 1st | 5:30 PM - 7 PM
Where: Changing Seasons Gift Gallery
(Englewood Station Arts District)
First 100 mobbers receive a free gift from Changing Seasons Gift Gallery
What is a Cash Mob?
A cash mob brings community members together much like a flash mob; however the cash mob sweeps into a preselected local business. Each mobber is asked to bring $10-$20 dollars in cash to spend at the business. The purpose is not only to help boost sales for a day, but to showcase these local businesses.
HELP PROMOTE!
Cash mobs are successful through the efforts of the community. These events are promoted primarily though social media. So post a link on your social sites, email to friends & family and create a buzz at your business.
JOIN THE EVENT ON FACEBOOK
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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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Download the Chamber Mobile App | Watch the demo!  Shop Local. Buy Independence.  
 
Presented By: Stewardship Captial, LTD. Chamber Golf Classic Contact Teresa Freeland to register or for information |
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Weekly Poll
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LAST WEEKS RESULTS: What regulation is most challenging to your business?The top two answers from respondents is Tax & Healthcare. The United States Chamber of Commerce issued a small business report in January 2012. Excerpts from Small Business Outlook Survey - January 2012, U.S. Chamber of CommerceTheir findings included:
Uncertainty Continues to be the Biggest Challenge for Small Businesses
- The small business outlook for the national economy still shows that the vast majority think our country is off on the wrong track (85%).
- Of small businesses polled, 52% perceive their top issue and biggest challenge is the general economic climate. Half of all small businesses surveyed are not sure if America's best days are ahead or behind, and the threat of over--regulation continues to cause concern.
- What is the impact of regulation and the new health care law? Fewer jobs. 78% of small businesses surveyed report the taxation, regulation and legislation from Washington make it harder for their business to hire more employees. And, 74% say the recent health care law makes it harder for their business to hire more employees.
- What do small business leaders want Washington to do? Eight out of ten say they would rather have Washington stay out of the way than provide a helping hand. Eight--six percent say they would rather have more certainty from Washington than more assistance (6%) to deal with the economy.
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What attraction are you most looking forward to this Spring/Summer?
WEEKLY POLL | Spring & Summer----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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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Upcoming Events
|  Cash Mob
Date: Today
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Changing Seasons Gift Gallery 11014 E. Winner Rd., Independence, Mo. Englewood Station Arts District Help promote local businesses! 1st 100 Mobbers receive a free gift! Ribbon Cutting | Grand Opening Date: Wednesday, May 2 Time: 4:00 PM Location:Hillcrest Transitional Housing Thrift Store
936 S.E. 3rd St., Lee's Summit, Mo.
VIEW ALL UPCOMING EVENTS |
Ribbon Cutting | Grand Opening
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The Lee's Summit Hillcrest Thriftstore Grand Opening!
Wednesday, May 2nd at 4:00PM
936 S Third Street,
Lee's Summit, MO.
(Behind the old Westlake Hardware,
in the old bowling alley building)
You can also shop that day and bring donations!
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Member Spotlight
|  Member: Centerpoint Medical Center Relay for Life IndependenceCorporate Breakfast
May 8, 2012
A special invitation to you from Phil Buttell, COO, Centerpoint Medical Center
Please join us at a gathering of key community leaders to learn about the upcoming
Relay for Life of Independence. We will discuss the opportunities this event can
provide our community as well as your business. Joining us will be members of the American Cancer Society regional executive team, as well as key members of the Centerpoint Medical Center staff who serve on the event's steering committee.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Centerpoint Medical Center
Auditorium
19600 E. 39 St. * Independence, MO 64057
Please RSVP to Christy Weymuth at (816) 698-7002 by Friday, May 4.
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Chamber Rewind - Recent Chamber Events
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Youth L.E.A.D.
the 2011-2012 celebrated their graduation of the Youth L.E.A.D. program. Each student learned and worked hard to promote Independence through knowledge and community service.
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April Luncheon
It was a full house at this month's membership luncheon. The large crowd showed up early to network and grab a good seat. Mike Sanders, Jackson County Executive spoke about a two county projects. An important topic involved the restoration of the Courthouse and the amenities it will bring to the community. The renovation of the courthouse, located on the historic Independence Square, will not use bonds to pay for the restorations. Sanders expressed the urgency of regional transit system issue. Federal government funding for these systems are depleting and our region is one of the last that do not have a system in the works.
Thank you to Edward Jones Investment for sponsoring the April Membership Luncheon.
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Business After Hours
April's Business After Hours was hosted by Silverstein Eye Centers. Members enjoyed a beautiful presentation of food, beverage and atmosphere. Everyone had a great time networking and enjoying the company of each other. Thank you once again to our host and sponsor Silverstein Eye Centers and Chamber members for making this a great event.
The next Business Before Hours will be hosted by - R-G Federal Credit Union on May 10 from 8-9 a.m.
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  Check out the Independence Chamber Calendar online. Chamber calendar includes Chamber events and Member events. CHAMBER CALENDAR |
May 1
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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May 2
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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May 10
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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Chamber Cash Mob
May 1, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Changing Seasons Florist & Gardens
11014 E. Winner Rd., Independence, Mo.
Englewood Station Arts District
Help promote local businesses!
1st 100 Mobbers receive a free gift!
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Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening
May 2, 4:00 p.m.
Hillcrest Transitional Housing Thrift Store,
936 S.E. 3rd St., Lee's Summit, Mo.
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Business Before Hours Networking
May 10, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m
Sponsor/Host - R-G Federal Credit Union
3720 S. Noland Road, Independence, Mo.
Continental Breakfast
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May 16
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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May 22
5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
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Membership Luncheon
May 16, 12:00 p.m., Cost $23
Sponsored by: UMB Bank
Speaker: Laura Berger, The Kansas City Zoo
Ophelia's Restaurant
201 N. Main Street
Reservations must be made by May 11
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F.U.E.L. HAPPY HOUR
Strikerz
18900 East Valley View Parkway
Independence, MO 64055
Join the Chamber's Young Professional Group!
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L.E.A.D. Alumni Cook-out
June 1, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
McCoy Park Pavilion, 24 Hwy. & Spring, Indep., Mo.
32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic
June 8 | 8:00 a.m.
WinterStone Golf Course
Presenting Sponsor:
Stewardship Capital
$115 individuals, $460 foursome
Breakfast provided by Big Biscuit
Lunch provided by Carrabba's Italian Grill
Prospective Member Coffee
June 12, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.,
Independence Chamber
210 W. Truman Rd.
Know a potential member? Contact us!
Check out the Independence Chamber Calendar online.
CHAMBER CALENDAR
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Event Postcards are sponsored by: 
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APARTMENTS
Pepperwood Apartments
19400 E. 37th Terr. Ct. S.
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-8881
www.pepperwood-apartments.com
BANQUET HALL
Allen's Banquet Hall
11330 Truman
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 876-6426
CPA/ACCOUNTING SERVICES
Cinda Chapman CPA
136 E. Walnut
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 796-7951
www.cindachapmancpa.com
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Sankore Educational Resources and Consultation Services
14401 E. 42nd St.
Bld. 1 Sute 2C
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 509-6862
www.sankoreer.com
HEALTH & FITNESS
CNS FIT, LLC dba Curves - Independence North
17911 E 24 Highway B6
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 886-2179
HOME HEALTH CARE
Phoenix Home Care, Inc.
14330-K East 42nd St.
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 373-7442
www.phoenixhomehc.com
HOTELS/MOTELS
Holiday Inn Express
8551 E Blue Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64133
(816) 997-9444
Fax: (816) 997-9453
www.hiesportkc.com
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INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS
Turk, Jacob
PO Box 2097
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
(816) 524-6723
E-mail: scott@turkforcongress.com
www.turkforcongress.com
INVESTMENTS
Edward Jones | Rob Heinzman
11411 E 23rd St. S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 254-4059
www.edwardjones.com
MANUFACTURERS - INDUSTRIAL
Aero Transportation Products Inc.
3300 E. Geospace Drive
Independence, MO 64056
Linda Downing
(816) 257-5450
Fax: (816) 257-6910
NOT-FOR-PROFIT
Community Blood Center
4040 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-4040
www.savealifenow.org
Kansas City Zoo
6800 Zoo Drive
Kansas City, MO 64132
(816) 513-5800
www.kansascityzoo.org
OFFICE EQUIPMENT
OBM
4523 Brookpark Road
Parma, OH 44134
(216) 485-2000
www.obm-nbi.com
MAKE SURE TO WELCOME
THE NEW MEMBERS! (Listed 30 days from join date)
Newest Member(s)
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April Renewals
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AFLAC
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Big Bob's Outlet
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Burd & Fletcher Co.
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Centerpoint Medical Center of Independence
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Clarion Hotel Sports Complex
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Comprehensive Mental Health Services
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Custom Engineering Inc.
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DeLuccie and O'Hara Law Office
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Dr. Doug Hatridge
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East Side Baptist Church
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Eastland Trails
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El Volcan Mexican Grill & Cantina
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Fairfield Inn
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Fears Case-Harmon & Assoc, LLC
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Flying Colors Painting
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Free Energy
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Furry and Smith PC
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Hi-Boy Drive-In # 2
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Lee Enterprises
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LTC Plans.Biz
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McDonald's Restaurant - 3921 Bolger Road
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Mid-Continent Public Library
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Mirror Image Express Car Wash
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OBM - Ohio Business Machines
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Premiere Outdoor Enterprises, Inc.
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Sonic Drive In - 40 Hwy and Noland
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Sonic Drive In - Jackson Drive
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The Evening Optimist Club of South Independence
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Three Trails Animal Hospital
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William Woods University
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*15 or more years renewal |
| Members Giving 110% - Voluntarily Contributing An Additional 10% Above Their Membership Dues |
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Burd & Fletcher Co.
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Free Energy
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Dr. Doug Hatridge
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Centerpoint Medical Center
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Hi-Boy Drive-In # 2
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McDonald's Restaurant - 3921 Bolger Road
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