Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — February 12, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

2010 State of the County Address

Mar. 30, 2010, 11:00 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $30 person or $300 for a table of 8 By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Chairman of the Board of Johnson County Commissioners, Annabeth Surbaugh, cordially invite you to attend the 2010 State of the County Address and Luncheon on March 30th.

Check-in on March 30th will begin at 11:30 am, followed by lunch at noon and Chairman Surbaugh's Address at 12:30 pm.

The cost is $30 / person, or $300 for a table of 8. Advanced reservations and payment are required.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register today! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is by 5pm on Monday, March 22nd. Sorry, we will not be able to refund on cancellations received after the registration deadline.

— Register Online

After Hours Networking AH100217

Feb. 17, 2010, 5:00 at IRONHORSE Golf Club, 15400 Mission Rd., Leawood, Kansas 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 (paid in advance) or call Chamber for guest pass. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

DUE TO AN OVERWHELMING RESPONSE, THIS EVENT HAS REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, WE ARE UNABLE TO TAKE ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but hope you can join us at one of our future events! To see a full listing of upcoming events, please visit http://www.leawoodchamber.org/chamber_calendar.cfm.

A little "birdie" told us you need to "swing" by "FORE" some great Leawood Chamber networking at IRONHORSE Golf Club!!

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us at our February
After Hours event.

Ribbon Cutting - Los Cabos A Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

Feb. 24, 2010, 4:00 at Los Cabos A Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, (Mission Farms), 10551 Mission Road, Leawood, green 66206
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina as a new member of the Leawood Chamber and the Leawood business community with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their Grand Opening. Mayor Dunn will assist us in cutting the ribbon, so make sure you don't miss this exciting event!

More fiesta than siesta, Los Cabos is the delicious, new Mexican spot in Leawood with Baja cool food and cocktails. Amazing patio overlooking pond with fire pits and 7 lounge areas! Visit their web site at:
www.kchopps.com for more information.

Chamber Ed- Sales Management, Hiring a Super Star CES100226

Feb. 26, 2010, 8:00 at Town & Country Bank, 1st Floor Conference Room, 4707 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members. By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Ever feel like all the great sales people are working for your competitors? Are you curious how someone can interview so well, yet produce so little once they are hired?

Ever feel alone at the top as the business owner or sales manager - Feeling you are the only one experiencing sales issues?

During this seminar, presented by Dan Stalp with Sandler Training - Brooks Associates, you will learn how to ask questions and qualify your sales people before, during and after you hire them. You’ll determine how to be more clear about what and who you want in sales – resulting in greater results and less hassle.

Due to limited seating, advance reservations are REQUIRED for this event.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register today!

By registering online you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at:
www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24th. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

2010 Legislative Breakfast Series #2

Feb. 27, 2010, 7:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, Community 66221 — Register Online

The Johnson County Public Policy Council, which is comprised of nine Johnson County area chambers and the Greater KC Chamber of Commerce, sponsors the annual Legislative Breakfast Series to enhance the communication and exchange of information between the business community and the Johnson County state legislative delegation. Legislators will offer legislative updates and discuss issues. Breakfast is served promptly at 7:30 a.m. Casual attire is recommended.

Featured Senators and Representatives: Senator Jeff Colyer; Representatives Marvin Kleeb, Cindy Neighbor, Gene Rardin, Kay Wolf.

*Dates and speakers are subject to change.

Individual admissions are $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register! By registering online you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at:
www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, February 22nd by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

Leawood Community Events

Yahooz Open For One Night Only

Feb. 13, 2010 at Yahooz, 4701 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Stephanie Cochran – snunley@eatpbj.com 913-345-1111

Yahooz will be open on the 13th of February for one night only!  They will offer a limited Yahooz menu that will be fantastic!  They will feature the rack of pork with the red eye gravy, the ribeye and filet.  For appetizers, the Barbque Gulf Shrimp with Cheddar Cheese Grits, and dessert will include the Flourless Chocolate Cake. 

Call Yia Yia's at 913-345-1111 to set up your reservations.  Please be specific in asking for reservations for Yahooz!

Cantilena String Quartet Concert

Feb. 14, 2010, 2:00pm at Oak Room of Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 193-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=467

Treat yourself or bring your sweetheart for an afternoon of sweet sounds.

The Leawood Arts Council will host a free concert Sunday, February 14th by the Cantilena String Quartet beginning at 2:00 pm. The concert will be held in the Oak Room of Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive. Enter the Community Center through the north doors on the lower level of City Hall.

Cantilena String Quartet is a professional performance group based in Kansas City. Members of the quartet include Yu-Fang Chen, Shih-Chieh Chen, Yu-Fen Chen, Kathryn Cheng. They are all currently students of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance. Individually they hold impressive resumes of award winning careers in music.

The Cantilena String Quartet will perform a wide variety of styles from their vast repertoire.

Reservations are not necessary. For more information please call the Leawood Cultural Arts office at (913) 339-6700 ext. 157.

M & I Bank - Long Term Health Care Seminar

Feb. 16, 2010, 5:30pm at M & I Bank on Nall, 11301 Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Melody Schroeder – melody.schroeder@micorp.com 913-323-7734
Cost: No cost Weblink: http://mibank.com

Daddy Daughter Date Night

Feb. 19, 2010, 7:00pm at Ritz Charles, 9000 W. 137th Terr., Overland Park, 66221
Cost: Call number or see web site for event cost. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Special memories await fathers and daughters at this unforgettable event. Dance to music provided by a DJ while enjoying refreshments. Girls receive a keepsake portrait and a rose. Pre-registration required.

News & Announcements

Leawood Chamber Office Closed for Presidents' Day

The Chamber office will be closed on Monday, February 15th, in observance of Presidents' Day and will reopen on Tuesday, February 16th at 8:30 a.m.

In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237.

The Leawood Chamber Welcomes its Newest Members

Business Training Solutions LLC
4528 W. 140th Street
Leawood, KS  66224
Ph: (913) 685-3343  
brian@btskc.com   www.businesstrainingsolutions.com
Business Category: Training
Business Training Solutions LLC helps organizations translate business strategies into business results by developing the skills and performance of their people. We do this through training and consulting solutions in leadership, teamwork, sales performance and customer service.
Referred to the Chamber by: Doug Portell, Edward Jones

Cupcake A La Mode
11529 Ash Street
Leawood, KS  66211
Ph: (913) 338-1911  
danlisa2000@sbcglobal.net   www.cupcakealamode.com
Business Category: Bakeries / Restaurants/Clubs
Cupcake Bakery - Now Open in Park Place!

Los Cabos A Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
10551 Mission Road
Leawood, KS  66206
Ph: (913) 948-5555 
tvirgin@kchopps.com   ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Kansas Legislative Update 02-05-2010

Legislative Report for the Leawood Chamber of Commerce
For week ending February 5, 2010
From Bob Vancrum, Kansas Government Affairs Consultant

Economic Development
Hearings were held Thursday morning in House Taxation Committee on amendments to HB2538, amendments to the Promoting Employment Across Kansas Act (“PEAK”) passed just last year.  The credits would expand to company business units that have been acquired by a qualified employer outside the state of Kansas that intends to retain jobs within the state as well as redefining the salary range of jobs to those about the county median wage instead of the county average wage.  Qualifying employers get to keep for several years the state income withholding taxes of qualified employee jobs created or retained.  There seems to be quite a bit of enthusiasm for the bill but of course it does contain a negative fiscal note in a year where that could be all it takes to stop it.

Budget
Senate Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jay Emler announced to his committee this week that his personal target is to find another $100 million in cuts from the Governor’s FY2011 budget and that he intended to exempt K-12 education, public safety and higher education to find a 2.5% reduction in all other state general fund agencies.  His projections from Legislative Research show that there still would be an estimated ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

VALENTINE’S GIFTS AT SUNLIGHT DAY SPA

Finding that perfect Valentine’s Day gift can feel overwhelming. Sunlight Day Spa aims to make gift giving easy and effortless with three distinctive Valentine’s Day specials: a massage class, a pick-two spa package and a gift certificate special.

Visit the Chamber's Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=177 to view all the details on these great specials!

Sunlight Day Spa specializes in healing and stress relief through a variety of therapies. Its offerings include massage, infrared sauna treatments, facials, body wraps, microdermabrasion and men’s services. Just this month, it introduced all-natural manicures and pedicures. The spa was voted one of the top day spas in the metropolitan area in KC Magazine’s 2010 City’s Best competition, and earned Best Retreat and Best Massage Therapist Honors in the 2010 Readers Choice issue of 435 South Magazine.

Cupcake A La Mode is NOW OPEN!

The wait is over! Cupcake A La Mode is NOW OPEN!

Cupcake A La Mode is a chic boutique-style cupcake cafe. They serve 20 different flavors of fresh-baked gourmet cupcakes as well as a variety of signature blended coffees and teas.

If you attended the Leawood Mayor's State of the City address you already had the opportunity to sample their delectable desserts!

Normal business hours are:
Monday - Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday 10 am - 3 pm

Stop by and treat yourself to a delicious treat! They are located in Park Place:

11529 Ash St
Leawood, KS 66211
913-338-1911

RORY O’CONNOR IS NAMED CHAIRMAN OF THE BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION

Rory O’Connor has been named 2010 Chairman of the Board of The Builders’ Association. He has been a member of the Association’s Executive Board since 2006. He succeeds James O. Delaney, Vice President of Operations of Turner Construction Company, who remains an officer of the Association.

Mr. O’Connor is Vice President of Construction of OnGoal, LLC, owner of the Kansas City Wizards professional soccer team. The company’s projects include construction of a stadium for the Wizards in Wyandotte County and development of 500 acres at the old Bannister Mall site. He has an M.S. degree in Civil Engineering from Stanford University in Palo Alto, California.

Other officers include Jeff R. Riesberg, P.E. (Ceco Concrete Construction), Vice Chairman; James W. Carson (Carson-Mitchell, Inc.), Assistant Chairman; Jerry D. Daugherty (Reinhardt Construction Company), Assistant Chairman; and Phillip W. Thomas (A.L. Huber general contractor), Assistant Chairman.

Directors on The Builders’ Association board include Robin Sawyer (Skyline Construction Company, Inc.); J. Brett Gordon (McCownGordon Construction, L.L.C.); Scott Kelly (Taylor Kelly); Gregory A. Dunn (Dun-Par Engineered Form Company); Daniel A. Euston (JE Dunn Construction Company); Arthur Tanner (Tinmaster, Inc.); Michael B. Long (The Bratton Corporation); Rosana Privitera Biondo (Mark One Electric Company, Inc.); and Keith E. Wallis, Jr. (Prestressed Casting Co.).

Don G ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

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