12500 S. 71 Highway, Ste. 100 Grandview, MO 64030 816-761-6505 816-763-8460 fax www.grandview.org Business Initiative November 2012 New Chamber and EDC Directors, Officers Announced The Grandview Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council introduced its new slate of officers and directors for the 2012-2013 year at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting on October 4, 2012. Members of the 2012-2013 Executive Committee whose terms began October 1 include Mike Simmons, Quality Air Solutions, Chairman of the Board; Aaron Martin, JobOne, Chair-Elect; Allen Meyer, McGilley & George, Vice President of Membership; Mark Long, Zimmer Real Estate Service, Vice Chair of Economic Development, Sage Beauchamp, Glad Heart Realty, Secretary/ Treasurer; and Sandy Kessinger, Bank Midwest, Past Chair. Beauchamp and Long were elected to their first three-year term after serving one year appointments. Meyer and Simmons were elected to their second three- year term. The new slate of directors also includes two new one-year appointments to the board: Dr. Christa Dawson, Premier Eyecare & Eyewear; and Merley McMurray, KCP&L. Two retiring directors were recognized for their contributions and included Andrew Fischer, Jones, Lang, LaSalle; and David Hatton, True Value. Chamber Olympians, officers, directors and staff at Annual Dinner at the Armacost Museum Oct. 4. Thank Yous Thank you to JobOne for hosting the recent Board Strategic Planning Session and providing breakfast. Also, thank you to our Annual Meeting Sponsors: Armacost Car Museum Axtell & Company Commercial Real Estate Crews Jewelry Jackson County Water District #1 KCP&L Quality Air Solutions
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12500 S. 71 Highway, Ste. 100Grandview, MO 64030
816-761-6505816-763-8460 fax
www.grandview.org
Business InitiativeNovember2012
New Chamber and EDC Directors, Officers AnnouncedThe Grandview Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council introduced its new slate of officers and directors for the 2012-2013 year at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting on October 4, 2012. Members of the 2012-2013 Executive Committee whose terms began October 1 include Mike Simmons, Quality Air Solutions, Chairman of the Board; Aaron Martin, JobOne, Chair-Elect; Allen Meyer, McGilley & George, Vice President of Membership; Mark Long, Zimmer Real Estate Service, Vice Chair of Economic Development, Sage Beauchamp, Glad Heart Realty, Secretary/
Treasurer; and Sandy Kessinger, Bank Midwest, Past Chair. Beauchamp and Long were elected to their first three-year term after serving one year appointments. Meyer and Simmons were elected to their second three-year term. The new slate of directors also includes two new one-year appointments to the board: Dr. Christa Dawson, Premier Eyecare & Eyewear; and Merley McMurray, KCP&L. Two retiring directors were recognized for their contributions and included Andrew Fischer, Jones, Lang, LaSalle; and David Hatton, True Value.
Chamber Olympians, officers, directors and staff at Annual Dinner at the Armacost Museum Oct. 4.
Thank Yous
Thank you to JobOne for hosting the recent Board Strategic Planning Session and providing breakfast.
The More Things Change...Cheryl Berberich-Nolen Remains at ChamberGrandview Chamber membership and events manager Cheryl Berberich-Nolen was set to leave the Chamber for a new position, but a change of heart led to a change of plans. Cheryl decided to stay at the Chamber, leaving the staffing gap after the departure of Angela Brincefield not quite so large. “The Board and I are pleased that Cheryl has such a passion for our community, members and programs, said Chamber president Kim Curtis. “We are fortunate to have her remain with the Chamber.” Cheryl has received a promotion to Vice President of membership and events and is usually the first voice new and potential members hear at the Chamber.
Government Affairs Committee Plans for YearIt’s that time of year when the joint Government Affairs Committees of the Grandview and South Kansas City Chambers gear up to begin their work for the year. The first informational/organizational meeting is 8 - 9:30 am, Friday Nov. 2 at St. Joseph Medical Center Community Room. The Chamber is looking for members intersted in serving on this committee and impacting our state and federal legislative process. Below is a brief description of committee responsibilities:• Research, develop educate and
recommend issue positions to the Chamber Board of Directors.
• Poll members to establish the legislative concerns and opinions of the Chamber membership.
• Host a minimum of four Legislative Breakfasts with local, state and federal government officials to explore critical issues.
• Advocate issue positions in the interest of the Chamber within philosophical guidelines set by the Chamber’s Board of Directors.
• Annually develop a legislative prioirites list to reflect the concerns and opioins of the membership.
• Educate and inform members and the general public about critical issues and communicate Chamber positions on business and community issues.
• Host public forums on issues
and for candidates.• Establish positive, interactive
relationships with organizations and elected officials.
• Assist in organizing a trip to Jefferson City to meet with state elected officials.
• Assist in planning a Washington DC Fly-In to give members an opportunity to meet with federal government officials on issues important to our community.
If interested, please contact Kim Curtis at [email protected] or 816-761-6505.
Gov’t Affairs Committee cont.
Chamber Updates
Belton Regional Opens New DepartmentsCongratulations to Todd Krass, CEO, and the staff of Belton Regional Medical Center. The hospital opened its new emergency and surgery departments with a ribbon-cutting and open house Oct. 23.
Cartwright Tree CarePlease join us for a grand opening at 1 and ribbon-cutting at 1:30 pm, Friday Nov. 9 for Cartwright Tree Care at 13128 Fifth St. Guests are welcome to tour their new facility and hear about their services. For more information call the Chamber office at 761-6505 or email Cheryl at [email protected]
Welcome New Chamber MembersSoutheast EnterprisesMegan Gurera6701 Booth StreetKansas City, MO 64133816-353-2704www.southeastenterprises.org
Fritz’s Meats & Superior SausageEric Beckner10326 Stateline RoadLeawood, KS 66206913-381-4618www.fritzskcmeats.com
AXA AdvisorsAustin Brashears7400 W. 110th StreetSuite 700Overland Park, KS 66210816-714-8384www.Axa-equitable.com
Turners German American HallRichard Swenson512 Bong Ave.Belton, MO 64012816-322-4202www.Kcbanquets.com
Concentra, Inc.Ingrid McGlone12220 A South Blue Ridge Blvd.Grandview, MO 64030816-763-1855www.concentra.com
Express EmploymentBrad Collins8423 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64104816-994-6894www.expresspros.com
Member UpdatesMorning Connections at City Public WorksJoin us 8 - 9 am, Nov. 14 for the Morning Connections networking program at the City of Grandview Public Works Maintenance Facility, 7000 E. 139th St., at the corner of 139th and Winchester. Parking will be tight so please plan to park in the lot on Winchester. This is a free event but RSVPs to [email protected] are requested.
Economic Development Council NewsBusiness Solutions Showcase 8 - 10 am, Nov. 13, as part of Global Entrepreneur Week, at BMO Harris (formerly M&I Bank) off Hwy 40 in Independence.
Showcase includes: Open House to network and share information on small businesses start up and growing businesses in respective communities.
And two mini-seminars:8:30 - 9 am: “Start Me Up” Valerie Jennings Hippie Chow (coffee talk on how she started her food business)
9:15 - 9:45 am: “Guerrilla Marketing for Succe$$!” Chris Steinlage, LPBC Aspire Business DevelopmentFrankie Franks Coffee Cakes and coffee with be served.
RSVP by Nov. 5 through:http://ejcdabss11-13-12.eventbrite.com
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Industry Round Table: Your Workforce of Tomorrow: What we need to do today11:30 am -1 pm, Nov. 13,Legends of Asia, 1853 State Hwy 7, Blue Springshttp://ejcdaindustry11-2012.eventbrite.comThis event is for industry representatives only.
Every year, Grandview Assistance Program (GAP) provides the opportunity for their clients - low-income families who live within the Grandview school district and the City of Grandview - to shop for their holiday needs. Each family/ individual also receives fixings for their holiday dinner. To do this, GAP needs donations! Any donations of unwrapped new toys, new or gently used coats, gloves and hats, food or cash, may be dropped off at GAP, 1121 Main, 9 am – noon and 1 – 3 pm, Monday – Friday, or call GAP at 816-761-1919. Items are needed by Dec. 7.Some suggested items are:• Preschoolers: Baby dolls,
Tonka toys, Fisher-Price toys, Playskool Toys, Mega Bloks, My Little Pony
• Pre-Teens & Teenagers: Portable CD players, cosmetic sets (both men & women’s), craft sets
• (scrapbooking, jewelry making, etc), sports equipment (skateboards, footballs, basketballs, scooters), handheld electronic games, Star War items, radio controlled vehicles, hair straighteners, etc.
• Coats, gloves/mittens, hats and scarves
• Blankets, towels, bed linensVisit www.gapcares.org for more information. GAP is a 501(c)3, all contributions are tax-deductible.
Holiday Open House with Chamber Honors GAP’s 20 YearsFriends of Grandview Assistance Program and Chamber members are invited to help the city’s human services agency honor its 20 years of serving the low-income residents of Grandview and the Grandview C-4 school district. Hosted at the Chamber offices 4:30 to 6:30 pm, Tues. Nov. 27, hors d’oeuvres and holiday cheer will be provided. RSVP to Kim Curtis at [email protected].
Neveah’s Holiday CelebrationAll are invited to join member Neveah at 824 Main St. for their holiday celebration 6 - 9 pm, Thurs. Nov. 29. There will be glamour tips, “sensory” experiences, light refreshments and shopping available.
Holiday ActivitiesGAP Needs Toys for All Ages, Warm Stuff
Bulbs Burned Out? Don’t Pitch, RecycleNew Chamber member Southeast Enterprises can help you clear out your attic or basement while keeping old holiday lights out of landfills. Plan to bring no-longer-working holiday lights to area Walmarts Nov. 17 through Jan. 13 for Southeast Enterprises to recycle. The goal is to collect and recycle 104,000 pounds of lights, while also providing challenging work for more than 160 employees with developmental disabilities. Visit www.southeastenterprises.org for more information.
Connecting Chamber Members and Grandview Students by “Career Jumping”“It’s kind of like speed dating” except students will be looking for career insights and inspiration instead of dates Nov. 16 at Grandview High School. Several Grandview Chamber members have been asked to share their career paths and expertise with freshmen at GHS during a morning of Career Jumping. A few students will meet just for a few minutes with one professional at a time. At the end, the students will have met with up to a dozen professionals in their interest areas to stimulate career interests and planning. The event is coordinated by PREPKC education consulting group. To sign up to share your career expertise or for more information, contact Kim Curtis at 816-761-6505.
Fire Up Your Brain:Trivia Night Nov. 8All are invited to get together a team of eight and test your useless knowledge at Trivia Night, 6 pm, Nov. 8 at Grandview High School. Entry fee is $100 for the team, with door prizes, basket raffles and refreshments available beginning at 5 pm. This is a fundraiser for the Grandview Education Foundation which supports students scholarships and programs and teacher grants. Mark Alford from Fox 4 MCs this fun event that also showcases student talents. Donations of products and gift cards are also welcome. Visit www.grandviewed foundation.org for team/donation form.
Grandview Student OpportunityGrandview High School junior trumpeter Shawn Griddine has performed the national anthem for Music On Main the last two years and was a featured performer with Mark Pender at Truman Heritage Festival. Now Shawn has the opportunity to perform on a larger stage as part of the Drum Corps International travelling, competitive drum and band corps. Sponsorships and donations to help support his traveling and living expenses for three months next summer while the Drum Corps rehearses and competes would be greatly appreciated. Shawn can be reached at 816-929-5274 or [email protected]
Education News
Chamber CalendarNov. 2Government Affairs Committee8 - 9:30 am, St. Joseph Medical Center Community Rm
Nov. 14Morning Connections8 - 9 am, City of Grandview Public Works7000 E. 139th St.
Nov. 16Career Jumping9 - 10:45 am, GHS
Nov. 27Chamber/GAP Holiday Open House4:30 - 6:30 pm, Chamber offices
Community CalendarNov. 8Trivia Night5 - 8 pm, GHS
15 Senior Thanksgiving Dinner6 pm, ____
Nov. 15 - 17Beauty and the Beast7 pm, GHS
Dec. 6Christmas Tree Lighting6:45 pm, City Hall
NOVEMBER 2012Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 8 am Government Affairs Comm.
5 6 7 8 6 pm 9 1, 1:30 pm Trivia Night Cartwright Tree Care
12 13 3:30 pm 14 8 am 15 Noon 16 10:45 am Executive Morning Board of Career Comm. Mtg. Connections Directors Mtg. Jumping
AccomplishmentsIt has been a privilege and an honor to serve as your Chairman of the Board during the 2011-2012 year. It is fulfilling to be engaged with a thriving organization, dedicated volunteers and a revitalizing community. That synergyspurred our members, board and staff to exceed the majority of our goals. Thank you for your support in making these impacts a reality:• Board and membership successfully
lobbied in support of RED as the developer of record for the demolition and reconstruction of Truman Corners Shopping Center.
• Hosted a first-ever Washington, DC Flyin with three area chambers to share member concerns with our federal legislators.
• Successfully supported Grandview C-4 efforts for GHS Stadium Improvements and celebrated progress at an Open House.
• Promoted Grandview’s positives through the expanded Music on Main — attended by 4500 people — and assisted City staff in planning and producing a rebranded Truman Heritage Festival.
• Produced in-house an expanded Member Directory & Community Profile.
2012 LeadershipExecutive CommitteeSandy Kessinger, Chair Bank MidwestMike Simmons, Chair-Elect Quality Air SolutionsAllen Meyer,Vice Chair, Membership McGilley & GeorgeAaron Martin, Vice Chair,Economic Development JobOneMark Assenmacher, Sec./Treas. Peterson Manufacturing Co.Todd Krass, Past Chair Belton Regional Hospital
Board of DirectorsDon Armacost, Jr. (Ex Officio) Peterson Manufacturing Co.Sage Beauchamp Glad Heart RealtyJim Brosnahan, UMBVirgie Dillard MO Office Systems & SuppliesAndrew Fischer Jones, Lang, LaSalleDan Hartman Jackson County Water Dist. # 1Ailene Hartz Crystal Clear Enterprises, Inc.Dave Hatton, True ValueLeonard Jones (Ex Officio) City of GrandviewMark Long Zimmer Real Estate ServicesCarolyn Pope (Ex Officio) Crews JewelryMadeline Romious, AT&TCory Smith, City of GrandviewDr. Ralph Teran, Grandview C-4Ty Yano, McDonald’sJeff Westergard, IHOP-KC
• Shared Grandview’s benefits and support with 44 new investors, 218 personal business visits and 48 business assists regarding retention, expansion, workforce, marketing & related issues.
Sandy Kessinger2012 Chairman of the Board
Chair’s Message
Member Breakdown by Employee Count
2011-2012 Revenues$230,874
2011-2012 Expenses$230,976
Sandy KessingerSmall Business SpecialistBank Midwest
Task Force Benchmarks 2012Chamber All Stars—Brad Vancura, Executive Printing (Chair)• Hosted 14 Ribbon Cuttings for Missouri Office Systems & Supplies, Café Main,
Aaron’s Rents, Encompass/Carondelet Medical Center, Mike’s Auto, Alber’s Pharmacy, ReadyArt, Cerny Assessments, Glad Heart Realty, Marketplace Justice, Village at Carroll Park, Joe Accurso Catering, and Missouri Rhythm Basketball.
• Participated in a Ground Breaking for Wayside Waifs expansion.• Celebrated new infrastructure for Grandview’s Main Street, Belton Regional
Hospital expansion, and installation of turf at Grandview High School.• Personally visited 91% of the membership during Operation Thank You.• 130+ members and prospects personally visited by staff.Government Relations—Merley McMurry, KCP&L (Chair)• Developed the 2012 Legislative Priorities with emphasis on Transportation
and Economic Development.• Hosted 6 Legislative Breakfasts featuring state and local elected officials.• Sponsored a regional trip to Jefferson City (Grandview/South KC/Blue Springs)• Hosted a first-ever Washington, DD Fly-In to meet with federal legislators.Golf—Allen Meyer, McGilley & George Funeral Home (Chair)• Expanded on new golf tournament format including lunch and dinner.• Hosted a record 124 players for 25th Anniversary of the event.• Engaged 85 sponsors and 20 volunteers.Music On Main 2012—Guy Raynor, Sound Check Enterprises (Chair)• Produced 9th Annual signature community festival which brought in the
largest crowd ever of 4,500 participants.• Upgraded the event with 5 live regional & national bands, 55 sponsors, 60
volunteers, 15 vendors, and an expanded Kids Zone with inflatables,• Final celebration for Grandview’s 100th Birthday and kick-off for new Main StreetEconomic Development Council—Aaron Martin, JobOne Chair)• Held 60 face-to-face meetings with area businesses and assisted 48 with
various information including sales, marketing, incentives, growth, start-up, workforce and community involvement.
• Sponsored 3 EDC luncheons featuring Honeywell, 150 Corridor Expansion, and Annual Business Recognition.
• Participated in SIOR Development Day.• Co-hosted an Eastern Jackson County Manufacturers Roundtable.• Produced a new Eastern Jackson County/Grandview By the Numbers
demographic report.
Thank you to our Major EDC Investors: City of Grandview, Jackson County Water Supply District #1, KCP&L, Peterson Manufacturing Co. and Grandview C-4 Schools!
Involvement• City of Grandview• Grandview C-4 Schools• Jackson County Water
Supply District #1• Eastern Jack Development
Alliance• Eastland Community
Foundation• Full Employment Council• KCADC• MAKO--MO/AK/KS/OK
Chambers• Missouri Chamber• U.S. Chamber & ACCE• Grandview Education
Foundation• Grandview Assistance
Program• Grandview Centennial
Planning• Grandview Historical
Society• Grandview Non-Profit
Group• Grandview TIF Commission• Jackson County Regional
Events, 9 Luncheons, 12 Morning Connections, 1 Breakfast, 2 Networking Programs, and 3 Seminars produced
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