May 15, 2012
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TWEET THIS....
Lions, and Tigers, and Bears, Oh My! Membership Luncheon Wednesday at Ophelia's on the Square. Program KC Zoo. #indepchamber
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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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Chamber Snapshot
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May's Business Before Hours was buzzing with members networking and enjoying their start to the morning. Thank you R-G Federal Credit Union for hosting the event. It was nice to see new members and veteran members exchanging business cards and stories.
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32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic
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Basket Raffle: We are trying something new for this year's golf tournament, raffling off 18 gift baskets! But we need your help. 18 gift baskets represent 18 holes of golf. We would like these baskets to correspond with summer fun. So, please consider donating an item or two, or a whole basket! Join in the fun! Come play or volunteer June 8! Basket Raffle Information
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Weekly Poll
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LAST WEEKS RESULTS: Would you like to receive more or less emails about Chamber/Community events, news, member deals and volunteer opportunities?
100% of respondents believe that the number of emails being sent through the Chamber currently is a good number. The Chamber will continue to send out information on upcoming events, deals, news and volunteer opportunities.
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The Chamber recently launched its new online membership portal where members can update their business information, submit deals and events.
Have you logged in?
WEEKLY POLL | Membership Portal----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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
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Membership Luncheon When: Wednesday, May 16 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Where: Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn 201 North Main Street Independence, MO Sponsor: Speaker: Kansas City Zoo Members may still register for the luncheon. Contact the Chamber.
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Independence Chamber of Commerce Business Sponsor: 
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| New Member(s) Alert |
Stay connected with the Chamber Facebook page and receive new member alerts. Make sure to welcome these newest members of the Chamber.
View all new members
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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 Before Hours
May's Business Before Hours was hosted by RG-Federal Credit Union located off Noland Road near I-70. Thank you to RG-Federal Credit Union for providing the wonderful networking space and refreshments. A great crowd showed up for the event including several Chamber Board members, Ambassadors and our new/veteran members. Its always nice to see the constant flow of business cards being passed around. Thank you to our host and members for another great networking event!
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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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Member Spotlight
|  Member: Fairmount Plaza Apartments 4th Annual Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony Event We are honoring our Fairmount Plaza Senior veterans. In the past 2-3 years we have lost 5 of our Fairmount Plaza veterans. We will be honoring them with a Memorial Photo Wall. Sugar Creek Police will be Raising the Flag. VFW Post 1738 will be doing the salute.
Our guest speaker this year is John Sutton, Colonel Retired U.S.Army, World War II from Independence. There is a reception afterwards. It is always a grand day.We would love for you to join us. Any questions, contact Adaire Stewart, Service Coordinator/Fairmoount Plaza Apartments.816-252-2591. E-mail servicefair@dalmarkgroup.com |
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AUTOMOTIVE
Firestone Complete Auto Care
16675 East 23rd Street
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 836-3314
APARTMENTS
Pepperwood Apartments
19400 E. 37th Terr. Ct. S.
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-8881
www.pepperwood-apartments.com
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
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
Strikerz Entertainment Center
18900 East Valley View Parkway
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 313-5166
www.strikerz.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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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
RESTAURANT
Appplebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
2035 Independence Center #2114
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-7799
www.applebees.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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