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Greetings!
By now you should have all received your new 2009 Membership Directory & New Resident Guide. As you may know, the directory is given to all current and prospective members of the Chamber as well as people who are just moving to our community. If you have not received your copy, call the office. We would be glad to mail one to you. |
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Chamber Mail - A Letter from a Member
Thank you to the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce and Steve Johnson, from American Century Investments. At the May luncheon and New Member Showcase, I made some great new contacts and I won the drawing Mr. Johnson had for a brand new IPOD Naro. Chamber membership is always a great investment and this month I received a very tangible ROI. Thank you for the opportunities the monthly luncheons provide and to a new member, Steve Johnson, for investing in the Chamber.
Debra Weilbacher
Business Assistance |
Loan Program Approved for Small Business Owners
Governor Jay Nixon signed legislation approving a $2 million pool of state monies to be used to provide 80 low or no-interest loans of $25,000 each to small business owners.
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New Program Idea:
Buy Local Campaign
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce is exploring a new program idea and needs your help. A new task force to explore the idea of a "Buy Local Campaign" is being formed. Mark Whitlow, K& M Office Products, has agreed to chair this Task Force.
The first meeting has been set for Wednesday, July 29th, 8:30 a.m., at the Chamber office. If you are interested in serving on this Task Force you are welcome to attend.
The first meeting will be a brainstorming session. Bring your ideas!
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Participants from the Blue Springs Chamber 2008/2009 Class speak about
Leadership Blue Springs...
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"I enjoyed meeting new people and gaining a better understanding of how the Chamber works. The networking that was achieved was a valuable asset."
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"I enjoyed my time with Leadership Blue Springs. I will continue to build relationships with the business leaders of Blue Springs."
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"This gave me the opportunity to meet supervisors from other fields, exchange ideas and develop contacts."
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" I loved this Leadership class and would recommend it to anyone. It truly gives you a renewed respect for our community and those around us."
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"I enjoyed learning about the city government and meeting people in the city. I would like to become more involved in the near future. This class has given me insight on how to possibly do that."
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"I was very glad to have been a part of this experience and I felt I gained a lot of knowledge and information. I would recommend the experience to others."
Leadership Blue Springs was established in 1991 by the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce to develop a community leadership pool. Participants will develop skills and knowledge of our community through a series of workshops focusing on business, government, quality of life, volunteer service and local history. Day long sessions will be held one day per month beginning in September and ending in the Spring of 2010. In addition, there will be a candidate reception in August.
Applications for the next class, to start in August, will be available soon. To receive more information about the class, call Reta at the Chamber at 229-8558. Cost for participation is $400 per participant. |
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Calendar of Upcoming Chamber Events...
July 3rd, Chamber Office Closed for Independence Holiday
July 6th, 8 a.m. - Executive Committee Meeting Chamber Office - 1000 Main Street
July 7th, 12 noon - How to Use ChamberMaster & the New Chamber Website
Chamber Office
July 7th, 3 p.m. - Business Support Divisional Meeting
Chamber Office
June 8th, 8:00 a.m. - Connectors Meeting
Chamber Office
July 9th, 11:30 a.m. - Board of Directors Meeting
Chamber Office
July 10th, Noon - Fall Fun Festival Meeting
Chamber Office
July 13th, 4 p.m. - Leadership Blue Springs Task Force
Chamber Office
July 14th, Noon, Ribbon Cutting
Chamber Office for a new member - All Xtreme Cleaning
July 16th, 11:30 a.m., Membership Luncheon
Sponsored by The Blue Springs Journal
Adams Pointe Conference Center
1400 NE Coronado Dr, Blue Springs 64014
11:30 AM Networking begins
11:45 AM Buffet opens
12:00 PM Program Starts
Cost $18.00
RSVP buy July 13th
July 21st, 8:00 a.m. Ribbon Cutting
The Good Shepherd Academy Bookstore, 1105 Main St.,
Ste C
July 23rd, 5:00 p.m. - Business Card Exchange (BCX)
Lotawanna Spirits, 9322 South 7 Hwy
July 28th, 4p.m. - 5p.m., Member Services Divisional Meeting
Chamber Office
July 29th, 8:30 a.m., Buy Local Task Force Meeting
Chamber Office
July 30th, 8 a.m. - Past Chairman's Council
Chamber Office
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Chamber Member News
Congratulations to the Steamin Bean!
Garin Bledsoe's delicious Gelato won the Tasters Choice Award in May at the Power & Light Districts "Taste of Kansas City". The tasting was sponsored by The Pitch and benefited Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City.
Welcome Missouri Mavericks! Independence Pro Hockey recently announced the name for the new hockey team. The Missouri Mavericks will begin signing players in July.
Great Work Jay!!
Jay Greco, a local Farmers Insurance representative, has been inducted into the Farmers' "Topper Club". To earn this honor Jay has been recognized by Farmers for outstanding sales achievements during 2008.
If you have news about your business you would like to see included in an upcoming issue of the Chamber newsletter, please forward it to Pat at plarkin@bluespringschamber.com. We would love to help you share your good news. |
Did you add a Hot Deal? 
- Business Directory Listing - your business information is available to consumers through the chamber's website - visitors can search by category, keyword or alphabetically
- Online Informational Brochure - your own page on the chamber's website which can include your business description, hours of operation, location information, and up to eight keywords (these help identify your business when a website visitor does a keyword search on the Business Directory)
- Job Postings- add your own job openings to the Chamber's website
- Hot Deals - include store coupons and special offers on the Chamber's website
If you need help with this site, please contact the Chamber staff at 229-8558.
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| Monthly Chamber Membership Luncheon
Thursday, July 16th
Sponsor: Blue Springs Journal
Speaker: Brian Grimm Vice President Sales & Marketing for The American Royal
11:30 Networking
11:45 Buffet Opens  12:00 Program Starts
Cost: $18.00
RSVP by July 13th to the Chamber at 229-8558 or
Payment may be made prior to the luncheon, online or at the door. Cash, check or credit card are accepted.
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Lunch & Learn Series 
August 4th, 11:30 a.m.
St. Mary's Medical Center Education Room
Co-sponsored by the Blue Springs Chamber and Blue Springs Economic Development Corporation
Topic: Employer/Employee Relations
Speaker: Mike Shew, Full Employment Council, about the services and resources offered by the Full Employment Council, Rapid Response coordination and Business Learning Solutions ( formerly Business Technology Center of MCC)
There will also be a presentation by Brenda Thomas, Training and Performance Consultant, Metropolitan Community Colleges' Business and Learning Solutions.
Cost: $10 - Box Lunch Included
October 6th, 11:30 a.m., Community America Credit Union Board Room
Topic: PR for Pennies--Money-Saving Tips for Promoting Your Organization
Speaker: Janeen Aggen, Public Relations/Media Liaison of the Independence Missouri Tourism Department
Learn about some creative ways to increase exposure for your small business, non-profit, or church group and how to cast story ideas as news that will generate free coverage. You'll also discover how to write a simple news release, and where, how, and with whom to share it in order to maximize your chances of getting it into print.
Cost: $10 - Box Lunch Included
December, 11:30 a.m., St. Mary's Medical Center Education Room
Topic: "Hey You! Lighten Up! Laughter Is the Best Medicine"
Speaker: Judy Rix, Director of Keystone Speakers Bureau in Kansas City
Learn techniques for incorporating a humor perspective into everything you do, how to laugh at yourself and life's tough situations, and how it affects your physical and mental health.
Cost: $10 - Box Lunch Included
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TGIF - The Government In Focus 
The Chamber is starting a new breakfast series called TGIF - The Government In Focus. These events will be held one Friday morning per month. They will be at 7:30 a.m., at the Adams Pointe Conference Center. The cost to attend is $15.
More information to follow. |
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The Kansas City Wizards...
Invite you to join them on July 4th at CommunityAmerica Ballpark for the largest fireworks display in the metro area.
The Wizards will be playing against the Houston Dynamo. For more Info go to www.kcwizards.com
Game starts at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets starting at $15.00 with family packages available.
Call 913-387.3400
Go Wizards!! | |
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| 2009 Newsletter Feature Sponsor |
2009 Platinum Level
Sponsors
2009 Gold Level Sponsors
2009 Bronze Level
Sponsors
2009 Newsletter Sponsors
The Village Gardens |
Renewals
Blue Ridge Bank & Trust
Stand Up Blue Springs
Community Blood Center
Metcalf Bank
St. Mary's Manor
KC Auto Car Star
Naught Naught Insurance
Dr Jerry Oglvie
Highway 7 Chiropractic
Manneco Inc
Chip Thompson/Realty Professionals
SCC Mortgage
Durvet, Inc.
James B. Indiveri
Action Adjustment
Starke Law Office
Law Office of Kendall Garten
Rainbow Center
Blue Springs Liquor & Tobacco
Blue Springs Animal Hospital
McDonald's
St. Mary's Medical Center
Meyer Brothers Building
The Fixture Gallery
We know you have a choice whether or not to renew your membership. We thank you for your continued support. |
Ribbon Cutting
University of Missouri Extension
1106 W Main St
June 2, 2009
Ribbon Cutting
Garden City Bank
27701 SW Mason School Road
June 26, 2009 |
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MetLife
Andy Elliott
10801 Mastin Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66210
816-462-5947
Independence Pro Hockey
Benjamin Gaul
107 S Main Ste 200
Independence, MO 64050
816-252-7825
beng@independenceproh
ckey.com
www.independenceprohoc
ey.com
Mochel Insurance Group
Christy Gillespie
4621 E Eastland Center Dr
Independence, MO 64055
816-305-3664
Michele Nigg
103 SW Lexington Cr
Blue Springs, MO 64014
816-868-6294
US Bancorp Investments Inc
Jeff Coleman
3640 S Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64055
816-521-3303
All Xtreme Clean
Wahed Moharam
529 NW Chateau
Blue Springs, MO 64014
816-799-1940
Ericson Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Galen Ericson
1000 NW South Outer Rd
Blue Springs, MO 64015
816-229-8255
Steppin' Out
Phyllis Balagna
750 NW Main
Lee's Summit, MO 64086
816-535-7464
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City
Patrick Sallee
3908 Washington St
Kansas City, MO 64111
816-777-2870
The Good Shepherd Academy Bookstore
Michelle Vitale
1105 W Main St , Ste C
Blue springs, MO 64015
816-295-1481
COMMUNITY EVENTS
July 4th Blue Springs Car Cruise Nights
5:00 PM until dark
Downtown Blue Springs
Main St between
10th & 12th Streets
July 11th
Invest In Hope
Country Club of Blue Springs
5:30 p.m.
To benefit Hope House
For more information contact Justin Larkin
816-896-9250
July 24th
Street Flicks
12th and Main Sts
Activities for kids begin at 7:15 p.m.. The movie begins at dusk and is
Madagascar 2.
July 27th
Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation
Hosted by Happy Hour
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Great wine, food and a raffle will be part of a fun evening. Don't forget to bring your leashed pet.
Register by email
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Festival Sponsors and Volunteers are Still Needed
Fall Fun Fest is scheduled for September 18, 19 & 20 in Downtown Blue Springs. This event is still in need of sponsors. Sponsorship opportunities are available at all levels. For more information, contact Reta. To volunteer for the festival call Reta or Pat at the Chamber 229-8558.
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