Chamber Flash - Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Flash Creating opportunities that drive commerce and promote business.

September 2, 2016

Upcoming Events CHAMBER OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH! Chamber Leads Exchange Group Tuesday, September 6th, 8 AM—JMCR Member Relations Meeting Wednesday, September 7th, 4 PM—JMCR PAINT THE TOWN RED! Tuesday, September 6-8th—See pg. 7 GET THE RED OUT! Thursday, September 8th, 4-6:30 PM Located on Holden Street WIN Networking Coffee Friday, September 9th, 7:30 AM 303 E. Cooper Blvd, Suite J Texas Hold’em Card Tournament GET YOUR TICKET BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE! Friday, September 16th 822 E. Young St. HAPPY Birthday Chamber of Commerce! Celebrating 62 Years on September 17th FREE One-On-One Business Consultation Monday, September 26th, By Appt Only –JMCR Member Orientation Current, New, Prospective Members Tuesday, September 27th, 8 AM—JMCR Chamber University “Engaging Your Social Community” Wednesday, September 28th,11:45-1PM—JMCR Business After Hours Sponsored By American Legion Friday, September 30th 4-7 PM 733 E. Young St. Chamber Leads Exchange Group Tuesday, October 4th, 8AM—JMCR

Inside this issue: Invitations / Welcome New Members!

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Eggs & Issues / Ribbon Cutting

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Member News

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New Chamber Benefits Chamber Info, Chamber Board and Staff Featured Chamber Sponsors

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For all events RSVP to [email protected] or 660-747-3168.

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Please note our reservation policy: No-shows to charged events will be billed. If you are interested in attending a committee meeting please contact the Chamber office at 660-747-3168.

Upcoming Chamber Happenings… WIN Networking Friday, September 9, 2016 7:30-9:00 a.m. It’s a come and go!

Have you marked your calendar? You don’t want to miss out on these great events coming up!!

Smallcakes a Cupcakery 303 E. Cooper Blvd. Suite J Liz Kostas will give us an update on this year’s Project Community

Business After Hours & Open House Sponsored by

American Legion

Friday September 30, 2016 4:00-7:00 p.m. American Legion 733 E. Young Street Mingle with your fellow Chamber Members and enjoy the hospitality of American Legion Matthews-Crawford Post 131. Hors d’oeuvres & Cash Bar will be provided. RSVP 660-747-3168 or [email protected].

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Welcome New Chamber Members! We’re proud to announce our newest Chamber members!

Key Solution Services— provides independent reviews, group facilitation services, retirement planning seminars, and web content development for businesses and organizations. Let us help your organization unlock its potential! For more information you can visit their website at www.keysolutionservices.com or contact them at 816-517-1772.

Expanding Horizons— is an agency that provides support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Our focus is to assist people to achieve their highest potential and learn skills that help them become a greater part of their community. For more information you may visit them on their website at www.expandinghorizonscs.us or call 660-747-2676

One Body Massage Therapy— is a professional massage therapy clinic in downtown Warrensburg. Licensed massage therapist David Kopp provides therapeutic services to give clients a variety of health benefits. His goal is to tailor your experience, based on initial interview information as well as feedback during the massage, to insure your comfort and satisfaction. For more information you can visit their website at www.onebodymassagetherapy.com or contact them at 660-909-5038.

Annex 56— is a student housing community serving University of Central Missouri with a mix of two and four bedroom units. For more information you can visit their website at www.annexstudentliving.com/project/ annex-56 or contact them at 317-584-8442.

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Eggs & Issues Chamber Breakfast

NEW MEMBERS

The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce hosted an Eggs & Issues breakfast sponsored by CenturyLink at Warrensburg Community Center located at 445 E. Gay Street in Warrensburg for over 70 guests. Chamber Board Chair Scott Patrick welcomed elected officials Senator David Pearce, Representatives Denny Hoskins and Dean Dohrman along with City of Warrensburg Mayor Casey Renfrow, council members and guests. Several legislative issues were presented by each of the legislators at the event, followed by a question and answer session. In closing, Scott Patrick presented Senator David Pearce with a Chamber Ambassador shirt, thanking him for his leadership in Johnson County.

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Johnson County United Way at F&C Bank located at 541 E. Young Ave., Warrensburg, MO. Chamber Member Relations committee member Suzy Latare welcomed elected officials, Robin Allen from the city council, County Treasurer Heather Reynolds and County Clerk Diane Thompson. Beth Stuart, Executive Director for United Way thanked the chamber and everyone in attendance. JCUW kicks off their campaign September 1st. Beth thanked F&C Bank employees for their contributions. Their next event is United in the Park found on page 12 of the flash. Anchoring the ribbon is Chamber Board Chair Scott Patrick and Ambassador Casey Lund, owner of Warrensburg Collison as Beth prepares to cut the ribbon. For more information visit www.johnsoncomounitedway.org or contact Beth Stuart at 660-747-5174.

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You’ve been asking……...

Find the Office Depot direct ordering portal on the Chamber website at warrensburg.org

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Volunteer Opportunities at the Missouri Veterans Home FAMILY DAY—is a time when we invite the families of all 200 Veterans to our home for an outdoor fall festival and we need your help!

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For more information contact: Jeff Murphy Assistant Director University Relations-Media Relations 660-543-4640 [email protected]

UCM Distinguished Alumnus to Present Keynote Address at Pre-Patriot Day Event An annual ceremony honoring the men and women who died and those who responded to terrorist attacks on the United States Sept. 11, 2001 will be observed by the University of Central Missouri Friday, Sept. 9. The ceremony begins at noon near the flagpole at the quadrangle, and is open to members of the campus and local communities. This Pre-Patriot Day event is planned two days prior to the 15th year anniversary date of 9/11, and will feature U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Arnold N. Gordon-Bray (Ret.) as the keynote speaker. Other individuals representing the city of Warrensburg and the university will also participate, as well as members of the Johnson County, Warrensburg, and Whiteman Air Force Base fire departments, and community first responders. A special tribute will be performed by the Lee’s Summit High School Armed Exhibition Drill Team led by Col. Rick Milligan, United States Air Force (Ret.). Members of UCM’s Army ROTC unit and faculty leaders from the Department of Military Science and Leadership also will join in the activities. The event is being coordinated by the Office of Military and Veteran Services, and in case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to Hendricks Hall, located in the Administration Building. Brig. Gen. Gordon-Bray is a university graduate who was honored in 2012 as a UCM Distinguished Alumnus. He earned a bachelor’s degree in art from UCM plus master’s degrees from the U.S. Air War College and the Naval War College. He culminated his career in a Four-Star Headquarters in the U.S. Africa Command, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. As a military leader, he commanded at every level, ranging from a platoon of 40 men to a Brigade Combat Team of 4,500 men and women in the famed 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. He held staff positions that included the Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, N.C., and the Installation Management Command, headquartered in San Antonio, for all Army bases worldwide. He is an Airborne Ranger with numerous awards and badges including the Army Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Army’s highest peacetime award; the Defense

Superior Service Medal; multiple Legions of Merit and two Bronze Stars. The Pre-Patriot Day ceremony is an opportunity for the university and local community to come together to pay its respects to the nearly 3,000 men and women who perished and nearly 6,000 individuals who were injured in the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. The worst terrorist attacks on American soil involved two airplanes that were hijacked and flown into the World Trade Center twin towers in New York City; and one that crashed into the U.S. Pentagon in Arlington, Va., and a fourth airplane that was being steered toward Washington, D.C., but crashed near Shanksville, Pa., as passengers tried to overcome hijackers. More firefighters and law enforcement officers died in these events than in any other single event in U.S. history. For more information, contact Delilah Nichols, coordinator of Military and Veteran Services, at 660-543-8977 or email [email protected].

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Due to lack of support the following event has been

Nathan’s Quest 10th Annual 5k Run/Walk on September 10, 2016

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The Ike Skelton Lecture Wednesday, Sept. 21 9 a.m. & 2 p.m. Hendricks Hall

Servant Leadership Lecture Series Every legacy, big or small, begins with a leader. The Servant Leadership Lecture Series, presented by Whiteman Air Force Base and the University of Central Missouri, features speakers who reflect both organization's shared values of service and leadership. Since its founding, UCM's focus on "education for service" has remained unchanged, and together, Whiteman AFB and UCM serve as the largest educators, employers and leadership training centers in the community. In 2011, UCM and Whiteman AFB enhanced their collaboration and formed The Whiteman Advantage, a program aimed to create a shared vision of community while improving opportunities for servicemen and women. During his time at Whiteman AFB, Brigadier General Thomas A. Bussiere strengthened the partnership among Whiteman, UCM and the Warrensburg community; his legacy of selfless, community-focused leadership provides the foundation for the series. The premiere event for the series, the annual Ike Skelton Lecture, will feature public leaders, including politicians, military figures, educators, business leaders and journalists. Speakers will focus on the spirit of service and leadership displayed by Ike Skelton during his life and the shared missions of Whiteman AFB and UCM.

Ike Skelton Lecture Cedric King (Master Sgt., U.S. Army) The third lecture of the series features Master Sgt. Cedric King. King will present the Ike Skelton Lecture at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016 in Hendricks Hall. King entered the United States Army in 1995. During a career that took him from an infantry private to a position of leadership in the elite Rangers, King graduated from a number of distinguished Army schools. These included the U.S. Army Jumpmaster Course, U.S. Army Pathfinder course, Air Assault course, the U.S. Army Ranger Course, and others. He is the recipient of the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Meritorious Service Medal, and is a four-time Best Ranger Competition participant. On July 25, 2012, during his second tour in Afghanistan, King was severely injured by an improvised explosive device. The blast caused major internal injuries, permanent loss to part of his right arm and hand, and the amputation of both legs. He applied the same determined, can-do mindset to his recovery that he had relied on to succeed as an elite Army Ranger. With the love and support of his wife, Khieda, and daughters, Amari, and Khayma, he began rebuilding his life. Just 21 months after losing both legs, King completed the Boston Marathon, running on prosthetic blades. He has competed in a number of physically daunting events, including a 70.3-mile half Ironman Triathlon, the 2014 New York City Marathon, and the 48.6-mile Disney Marathon series. There, he successfully completed four runs in four days -- a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon. King shares his inspirational story of endurance with audiences across the country, including schools, churches, the National Football League, and Fortune 500 companies. Just as he led and motivated men and women in combat, he now leads and motivates others to see their possibilities.

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Free Entrepreneurial Education for Veterans and Their Spouses

Thursday, September 29, 2016 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Small Business & Technology Development Center at REDI 500 E. Walnut St. Columbia, MO 65201 The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) St. Louis District Office, the Veterans Business Resource Center (VBRC), the Small Business & Technology Development Center, and the Missouri Women's Business Center will present a one-day entrepreneurial education program, Boots to Business Reboot, to veterans and their spouses.

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This program is offered by the SBA in partnership with the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University (IVMF). It is modeled after the existing Operation Boots to Business: From Service to Startup program. The curriculum provides valuable assistance to veterans exploring self-employment opportunities by leading them through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and the foundational knowledge required for developing a business plan. Participants are also introduced to SBA resources available to help access start-up capital and additional technical assistance.

HOW LONG IS TOO LONG? Thank goodness someone has finally answered the question (in a research study) regarding how long we should maintain eye contact. It’s a question we are asked during our networking workshops, and it was great to see this article on LinkedIn entitled “Psychologists have identified the length of eye contact that people find most comfortable” by author, speaker and friend Ray Williams. In a nutshell the research shows: “On average, the participants were most comfortable with eye contact that lasted just over three seconds. Looking at the distribution of preferences, the vast majority of participants preferred a durations between two and five seconds. No one preferred eye contact duration of less than a second or longer than nine seconds.”

This program is available free of charge to veterans and their spouses, but registration is required. Lunch will be provided. Register today! When you reach the registration page, click on Two-Day Course Registration even though this is a one-day program. When choosing the location, select Columbia, MO - 9/29/16. For questions or additional information, please contact Angie Wells at [email protected] or 314-539-6613.

Try the experiment yourself by watching this short video and see which length of eye contact you prefer.

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October 2, 2016 The Little Gift Shop On the Old Public Square Where neighbors meet and new friends are made

Johnson County Historical Society 302 North Main Street Warrensburg, MO 64093 Open Monday thru Saturday 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. Come and find the beauty of Johnson County through local artist and crafters.

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SBA offers many resources for entrepreneurs who are starting, managing, and grow your business! 1. Is Entrepreneurship for You? 2. Learn How to Start a Business 3. Find a Mentor or Counselor 4. Find Resources to Grow Your Business

SBA Launches $2.1 Million in Entrepreneurship Training and Microloans for Previously Incarcerated Citizens

Establishing Values for Your Business The values and culture of your company have a direct effect on your employees, customers and ultimately your bottom line. What are you doing to establish, cultivate and grow this precious commodity? This course will introduce you to the processes of implementing company values for your company by including input from stakeholders and customers. Learn about the steps in the planning process, potential problems you may face, and how to implement your company’s values using a strategic plan.

This week, the leaders of the SBA, W.K. Kellogg Foundation and microlender Justine PETERSEN announced the formation of the Aspire Entrepreneurship Initiative, a groundbreaking new $2.1 million partnership to expand access to entrepreneurial education and microloans for formerly incarcerated individuals, with a specific focus on those who are parents. Initial rollout for the initiative is planned for Detroit, MI, Chicago, IL, Louisville, KY and St. Louis, MO. Webinar | Health Benefits Laws Compliance Assistance Webcast: The Affordable Care Act and Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act September 14, 2016 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) If you are an employer who is trying to comply, or if you are a third party administrator or insurer with questions about the Affordable Care Act or the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, this is your chance to hear from the experts and ask questions. Join us for this webcast. Register Now

5 Key Tips on Sales Forecasting for Business Owners Don’t underestimate the value of a sales forecast for running a business effectively. Even if you do nothing else in the way of planning, having just a sales forecast plus regular review and revision can go a long way towards better business management. SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet visited Louisiana this week to view ongoing recovery efforts. SBA is offering loans to help businesses, homeowners, and renters recover. More info at www.sba.gov/LAFlood

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tara Carlyle Director of Marketing and Business Development (660) 262-7497 [email protected]

WMMC Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Aaron Rupp Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is pleased to announce that Aaron Rupp, D.O., will join Western Missouri Bone & Joint on Sept. 1, 2016. Dr. Rupp comes to WMMC from the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Al where he completed his Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, Mo and graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Mo with his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Rupp has had orthopedic specialty training in pediatrics, oncology, spine, foot and ankle and trauma. He held the position of Resident Representative on the Medical Education Committee at St. Mary’s Medical Center and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics and the American Osteopathic Association. “We’re dedicated to developing a more comprehensive orthopedic program as the need in our region continues to rapidly grow,” says Darinda Reberry, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We’re thrilled to have Dr. Rupp’s passion for sports medicine and joint replacement on staff.” Our orthopedic surgeons and certified physician assistants at Western Missouri Bone & Joint offer innovative techniques to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including sports related injuries, partial, total and revision joint replacement, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve problems and fractures. For more information, please call Western Missouri Bone & Joint at (660) 747-2228 or visit WMMC.com.

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Member Services Small Business & Technology Development Centers Funded by the Small Business Administration, the SBTDCs assists businesses with marketing, strategic planning, one-on-one business consultation, financial analysis planning, and a series of hands on development programs for entrepreneurs. The Chamber works to bring these services to your attention, and Chamber members receive a discount on training classes. Contact Jeff Samborski with the Jackson County SBTDC at 816-252-5051 or [email protected], or Kelly Dyer with the Missouri Chamber SBTDC at 573-634-3511 or [email protected].

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The Jack Moore Community Room is available to rent for meetings, seminars, or other events. Chamber members receive a significantly reduced rental rate. The room includes a kitchenette with a sink and refrigerator, is wheelchair accessible, and bathroom facilities are available in the depot waiting area.

New Overtime Regulations Webinar and Other FLSA Issues Click Here to watch The You Tube video

Call the Chamber office to make a reservation. New Chamber members receive a free marketing consultation, a one-time Buy 1, Get 2 Free advertisement deal, and a free 6-month subscription. Contact the Advertising Director for information.

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Board of Directors 2016 – 2017 Scott Patrick, Chair Warrensburg R-VI School District P.O. Box 638, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-7823 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2017 Casey Lund, Chair Emeritus Warrensburg Collision 220 West Young St., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 429-2011 Fax: (660) 429– 6405 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2017 Sharri Carter, Chair Elect Johnson County Community Health Services 723 PCA Rd., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-6121 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2017 Steve Fox, Secretary Fox Heating & Cooling LLC 448 E. Gay St., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-2992 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2018 Jeff Florida, Treasurer F&C Bank P.O. Box 157, Holden, MO 64040 (660) 732-5516 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2018 Scott Crist Western Missouri Medical Center 403 Burkarth Rd., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-2500 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2017 Jeff Franklin J.W. FRANKLIN CO. 123 E. Gay St., Ste.ES-V, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-9854 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2018

Jeff Huffman University of Central Missouri, Military & Veteran Services Elliott Union 117, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 543-8039 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2019 Dan Jensen University of Central Missouri, Management Department Dockery 400 G, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 543-8039 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2019 Susan Kraus WILS West-Central Independent Living Solutions 601 N. Ridgeview Dr., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 422-7883 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2019 Steve Latour Sigma Tau Gamma Headquarters P.O. Box 54, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-2222 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2017

Mission The Greater Warrensburg Area Chamber of Commerce create opportunities that drive commerce and promote business.

Purpose The Greater Warrensburg Area Chamber of Commerce is a community that supports business, values education and empowers leaders

The Chamber Flash is a twice-monthly email publication, out on the FIRST and THIRD Fridays of each month. It’s a great way for Chamber members to share information about their businesses! It also keeps members up to date with member benefits, networking events and other activities.

Melissa Livengood AdvoCare, Independent Distributor 454 NW 900th Rd., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-3381 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2019

Space in the Chamber Flash is an included member benefit for Chamber members only. E-mail your print ready ad in JPG format to [email protected] by noon Wednesday for Friday publication.

Joe Warren The Daily Star-Journal P.O. Box 68, Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-8123 [email protected] Term Expires: June 2018

You must resubmit your flyer each week you would like it published.

Suzanne Taylor, Executive Director Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce 100 S. Holden St., Warrensburg, MO 64093 (660) 747-3168, Ext 224 [email protected]

Chamber Staff Suzanne Taylor, Executive Director [email protected] Leanne Larson, Office Manager [email protected] Brooke Samack, Communications Coordinator [email protected]

Get Connected. Stay Connected.

Andie Sumpter, Chamber Intern [email protected]

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Non-members, upon their request, receive this publication as a courtesy service.

The Chamber Flash is compiled and written by Communications Coordinator Brooke Samack. Interested in membership or sponsorship? Contact the Chamber office, 660-747-3168 or email [email protected].

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