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I N S I D E T H I S
I S S U E :
New Members 2
Membership
Renewals
3
Ribbon
Cutting
4
Member News 6
Calendar 7
J U L Y 2 0 1 5
5
2
Thank You to our Star Sponsors!
Adams Pointe Conference Center
Ad Trends Advertising, Inc.
America’s Community Bank
Blue Ridge Bank & Trust
Blue Springs Family YMCA
Blue Springs R-IV School District
Bobby Ray
Burns & McDonnell
Central Bank of the Midwest
City of Blue Springs
Columbia College
CPros, Inc.
Crossroads Hospice
Danica Fuimaono
DataPros LLC
DIGIprint
Dynamic Dance
First American Title
Gateway Church of Blue Springs
Gretchen Bretz
Haldex Corporation
Happy Hour Wine & Spirits
Mr. & Mrs. Lyle Britt
Meyer Music
Office Products Alliance
Oswald Roam Rew & Fry LLC
Roses & Such Distribution LLC
St. Mary’s Medical Center
State Farm Ins.-Chad Smith
Stephanie’s Bridal Boutique
P A G E 2
Y O U R C H A M B E R C O N N E C T I O N
OFFICE STAFF
Lara Vermillion
President
Shannon Bray
Director of Special Events
Pat Larkin
Director of Membership
Sara Vanderpool
Director of Communications
Bonnie Clark
Director of Business & Member Services
New Members WeatherTech Roofing LLC
Brian Donigan
3008 SW East US Highway 40
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 228-2005
www.wtechroofing.com
Roofing
Sponsored by DeWayne Duhon (First Mortgage
Solutions) & Rebeca Swank (Foster Dental Care)
Alliance Financial & Income Tax
Lana Mead
807 NW Vesper Street
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 220-2001
www.afitonline.com
Tax Preparation
Sponsored by Pam Bartow (DataPros LLC)
Ms. Tricie’s Little Angels
Patricia Elmore
405 SW 11th Street
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 405-9638
Child Care
Capital Bank Processing
TC Woodberry
817 SW Woodland
Grain Valley, MO 64029
(913) 219-9084
Credit Card Processing
Sponsored by Pam Bartow (DataPros LLC)
Smitty’s Carpet Rescue
Thomas Smith
1504 NW High View Drive
Grain Valley, MO 64029
(816) 224-3003
www.smittyscarpetrescue.com
Carpet Cleaning
PowerPlus Cleaning Systems
Vince Barreto
2401 C West US Highway 40
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 228-2214
www.powerpluscs.com
Manufacturing
Sponsored by Debra Weilbacher (ABWA Dynamic
Connections Chapter & Business Assistance)
Bill West Roofing Inc.
Your local roofing company
for over 37 years.
816-229-5215
billwestroofing.com
The Chamber office has begun
accepting booth applications for
the 2015 Blue Springs Fall Fun
Festival September 18-20. There
are still sponsorship
opportunities available, contact
the Chamber office at (816) 229-
8558 for more information.
2015 Blue Springs Chamber
Fall Fun Festival
P A G E 3
All Saints Lutheran Church
AT&T
The Playground Dive Shop
Orbital ATK
The Ideal Paw
Centerline Beach Volleyball & Pavilion
The Furniture Outlet
CigaWatt, LLC
Missouri Gas Energy
Oyler Chiropractic & Acupuncture
CCR Roofing Services LLC
University of Missouri Extension-Jackson County
US Bank
New Age Graphics
All Right Heating & Cooling, LLC
Burr Oak Woods Conservation Center
Membership
Renewals
Vision Sports
Petals & Potpourri
DataPros LLC
Columbia College-Kansas City
Custard’s Last Stand
Dr. Galen Ericson
Timothy Lutheran Church
Locker Room Salon
P A G E 4
LEADership Blue Springs
2014-2015 Graduation Class, Congratulations!
Y O U R C H A M B E R C O N N E C T I O N
St. Mary’s Manor
111 Mock Avenue
Blue Springs, MO 64014
(816) 228-5655
Jodi Bowers (Encore Web Works, Inc.) Steve Brown (Blue Springs R-IV School District)
Donna Caton (City of Blue Springs) Kyle Caswell (Print Graphics)
Andrew Cavanaugh (Community America Credit Union) Lindsey Curtin (Hawthorn Bank) Teresa Evans (Blue Springs EDC)
Courtney Garza (Lunar Bowl) Kyle Givens (Country Financial)
Derek Mayden (City of Blue Springs) Emma Menard (Blue Springs R-IV School District) Lt. Don Rapp (Blue Springs Police Department)
Cody Raithel (Central Bank of the Midwest) Jennifer Reese (CJCFPD)
Keely Richter (Blue Springs R-IV School District) Kacey Roush (Blue Springs R-IV School District)
Tina Short (Lunar Bowl) Marla Tarpenning (First American Title)
Enrollment for the LEADership Blue Springs Class 2015-2016 is being accepted. Details about
LEADership Blue Springs can be found as an insert in this newsletter. If you would like an
application, visit www.BlueSpringsChamber.com or call the Chamber office at (816) 229-8558.
Application deadline is Friday, July 31, 2015.
P A G E 5
Upcoming Power Hour Schedule + A BONUS!
Wednesday, May 27
Black Derby Estate Sales LLC
3004 South Grizzley Avenue, Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 377-6676
“Power Hour.” is a free educational session geared towards business and professional development
that is held on the third Tuesday of every month, from 8:30am to 9:30am at the Blue Springs
Chamber of Commerce office. Each session is a different topic, so you can attend each month or
only those most pertaining to you and your field. Listed below are the July & August dates, topics
and presenters. For a full description of each topic and presenter visit
www.BlueSpringsChamber.com.
July 21:
The Best Dollar You Never Spent presented by Kristina Turner (Mid-Continent Public
Library)
August 18:
Business Crime Prevention Tips presented by Sgt. Jeff Sargent (KC Metro District Task
Force) & Chip Cards & Fraud Liability Shift presented by Yvonne Hall (Blue Ridge Bank
& Trust Co.)
BONUS—August 18 Night Class—MCPL North Branch @ 6:30pm:
Business Basics: Representing Your Business Right You only have seven seconds to
make a first impression. Learn how to make the best impression when representing your
business at a networking session, sales meeting and expos. If you are having a booth at this
year’s Fall Fun Festival, this is a perfect class for you!
Ribbon Cuttings
Wednesday, June 3 (above)
Hertz Local Edition
2009 NW State Route 7, Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 220-1194
Wednesday, June 10 (left)
Wheeler Insurance & Financial Services Inc.
1911 SW US Highway 40, Suite G, Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 229-1156
P A G E 6
Member News Debra Weilbacher, owner of Business Assistance, celebrated 10 years in business.
Blue Springs Women’s Civic Club will celebrate their 70th Anniversary on July 31 beginning at
6:30pm at Adams Pointe Golf Club. The cost is $25 per person, all are welcome to attend. The night will
include a ’70s Costume Party and trivia games. Visit the events calendar on
www.BlueSpringsChamber.com for reserving your tickets.
Vision Sports is proud to announce that it was recently recognized at the Missouri Broadcasters
Association as the winner of the 2015 Top Play By Play Broadcast (for large markets in Missouri). This
award is the 13th time in its 18 years of broadcasting Blue Springs and Blue Springs South High
School Football on 1030 AM KCWJ, that Vision Sports has received this prestigious award. The award
winning broadcast was the Blue Springs High School vs. Rockhurst High School playoff game. Vision
Sports is owned and operated by Tony Wrisinger and Brian Johnson. Dale Carter and Tim Crone
were the on-air team broadcasting the award winning selection. Vision Sports will begin its 19th season of
high school football broadcasts on August 21, 2015, when Blue Springs South High School hosts Park Hill
High School.
Mark Whitlow, Office Products Alliance, met with of the Missouri Congressional delegation to
discuss the most critical issues impacting the small business community. He asked for their support for
legislation that levels the playing field for small businesses which included small businesses enjoying the
same economics of scale in the healthcare market that large corporations do. Small businesses should not
be locked out of competition due to a procurement system that is not designed for the government
market. Small businesses should not shoulder the tax burden while others are receiving tax breaks, and
close loopholes that allow big box retailers to use veteran and minority owned businesses as fronts to
obtain government contracts.
Blue Springs Hy-Vee Food & Drug Store Produce Manager, Kevin Thalken, is a recipient of the
2015 Retail Produce Management Award. Winners are selected for their excellence in merchandising,
displays and promotions, and their commitment to customer satisfaction.
Every Tuesday until the end of Summer from 9am to 11am, the Farmer’s Market has returned to St.
Mary’s Medical Center. They offer fresh garden produce, debit cards and cash are accepted.
StandUp Blue Springs’ Annual Fundraising Event the Princess Party will be held on October 3.
Sponsorships for this event are now available. Contact StandUp Blue Springs at (816) 478-4500 or visit
their website at www.StandUpBlueSprings.org.
St. Mary’s Medical Center earned the 2015 Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Breast
Centers, acknowledging it dedication to providing exceptional patient care and treatment.
2014 CHAMBER
AWARD WINNERS
genbluesprings, you too can get involved!
Ed “Doc” Golden (Blue Springs Citizens Police
Academy Alumni Association)
Outstanding Citizen
Lunar Bowl Business of the Year
Jennifer Rankin (CARSTAR—Blue Springs)
Recruiting
Connector of the Year
Loretta Polzin (AFS Insurance)
Retention
Connector of the Year
It's a great time to be in the Chamber's young
professional networking group: genbluesprings. Things
got sweet this past month when the group met at Gigi's
Cupcakes for the monthly BYOBreakfast meeting. The
soggy weather didn't stop us from having a terrific time
hanging out at Centerline Beach Volleyball & Pavilion.
Together with the Independence Chamber of Commerce, we revved up the fun at Blue Springs
Ford's Happy Hour social event. Overall, a wonderful start to summer!
genbluesprings is looking to grow. If you want to join in our networking, community service, or
social events, we welcome you! This invitation is open to all members: whether you are a
business owner or employee. We hope to see you at the next genbluesprings BYOBreakfast on
Tuesday, July 7 at Gaumats International LLC (1251 NW Granite Drive, Grain Valley, MO). We
also are planning to have a Happy Hour at Clancy's Café & Pub (800 NW South Outer Road) in
July (details coming soon) and are preparing our 2nd Annual Speed Networking Event in
September. Cheers to a Happy Independence Day!
Y O U R C H A M B E R C O N N E C T I O N
P A G E 7 2015 Board of Directors
Carol Baker, Chair of the Board,
KCP&L
Mark Whitlow, Chair Elect, Office
Products Alliance
Yvonne Hall, Sec/Treasurer,
Blue Ridge Bank & Trust
Dyan Herdzina, Vice Chair of
Business Support & Promotion,
Oswald Roam Rew & Fry LLC
Jon Burke, Vice Chair of Leadership
& Community Development,
Metropolitan Community College—
Blue River
Jacqueline Reed, Vice Chair of
Member Events & Services, Mid-
Continent Public Library
Ron Baker, Saint Luke’s East Hospital
Christine Cates, City of Blue Springs
Dante Cosentino, Price Chopper
Kerry DeHaan, DeHaan Remodeling
Inc.
Stacey Edwards, Individual
Trisha Kennedy, Kennedy’s Custom
Jewelers
Tom Meyer, Meyer Music
Joe Ohmes, Haldex Corporation
Carl Scarborough, CJCFPD
Annette Seago, Blue Springs R-IV
School District
Gary Showalter, Blue Springs Country
Club
Linda Smith, St. Mary’s Medical
Center
Brien Starner, Blue Springs Economic
Development Corporation
Tim Stephenson, Community
America Credit Union
Rebeca Swank, Foster Dental Care
July 1 Executive Committee, 8am, Chamber Office
July 1 Buy Blue Springs Day, 4pm, Hy-Vee Food & Drug Store (625 W US Hwy 40)
July 3 Chamber Office Closed—4th of July
July 7 genbluesprings BYOBreakfast Meeting, 8am, Gaumats International LLC (1251 NW Granite Drive, Grain Valley, MO)
July 7 Meet Me for Lunch, 11am, Sinclair’s Restaurant (1402 NW State Route 7)
July 9 Board of Directors Meeting, 7:45am, Chamber Office
July 10 Ribbon Cutting, 3:30pm, PowerPlus Cleaning Systems (2401 C W US Hwy 40)
July 14 Buy Blue Springs/Visitors’ Task Force Meeting, 8am, Chamber Office
July 14 Grand Opening, 3pm, The Parkway Senior Living (5500 NE Napoleon Drive)
July 15 Connectors’ Meeting—Member Retention, 8am, Chamber Office
July 16 Monthly Luncheon & Not-for-Profit & New Member Showcase sponsored by ABWA Dynamic Connections Chapter., Program—Mission Driven Organizations presented by Steven V. Potter (Mid-Continent Public Library), 11:15am Showcase Begins, 11:30am Registration Begins, 11:45am Buffet Opens, Noon Program Begins, Adams Pointe Conference Center (1400 NE Coronado Dr), $20 per member/$25 per non-member
July 17 Connectors’ Meeting—New Membership, 8:30am, TBD
July 17 Joint Federal Legislative Briefing, 8am, CJCFPD Training Center (4715 SW US Hwy 40)
July 17 Ribbon Cutting, Noon, Junk Appeal (1201 Woods Chapel Rd)
July 21 Power Hour—The Best Dollar You Never Spent presented by Kristina Turner (Mid-Continent Public Library), 8:30am, Chamber Office
July 22 Ribbon Cutting, 8:30am, Certified Transmission (527 SW State Route 7)
July 23 Innovation Award Application Information Session, 11am, Blue Springs R-IV School District Office, Community Room (1801 NW Vesper)
July 29 Financial Oversight Committee, 8am, Chamber Office
July 30 Fall Fun Festival Committee Meeting, Noon, Chamber Office At the time of publication, all meeting dates, times and locations are correct. However, meeting times and dates can sometimes change
unexpectedly. Please call the office if you have questions about any meeting or event. Events with meals require 24 hour advance cancellation notice. There is a fee of $5.00 for meal invoicing.
JULY 2015 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Hy– Vee Food & Drug Store
625 West US Highway 40
Blue Springs, MO 64014
(816) 224-4288
1000 W Main Street
Blue Springs, MO 64015
Phone: (816) 229-8558
Fax: (816) 229-1244
www.BlueSpringsChamber.com
www.BuyBlueSprings.com
www.BlueSpringsFallFestival.com
www.DiscoverBlueSprings.com
B L U E S P R I N G S C H A M B E R O F
C O M M E R C E M I S S I O N S T A T E M E N T
To promote, develop and facilitate a
strong economic environment in which the
business community can grow and
prosper.
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID PERMIT NO. 161
BLUE SPRINGS
MISSOURI 64015 The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheon will be held on
Thursday, July 16, at Adams Pointe Conference
Center.
NOT-FOR-PROFIT & NEW MEMBER SHOWCASE
On July 16, we will be holding both showcases prior to the Monthly
Luncheon at Adams Pointe Conference Center.
FREE Booth Space is available to Not-For-Profits & New Members
wanting to display information for members to view and learn more about your organization/business.
For more info and/or sign-up
contact Pat at the Chamber office, (816) 229-8558.
July’s Monthly Luncheon Not-for-Profit & New Member Showcase
Mission Driven Organizations How Businesses & Not-for-Profits Alike can
Build a Strong Foundation for Success presented by Steven V. Potter
(Mid-Continent Public Library)
Sponsored by:
ABWA Dynamic Connections Chapter
Thursday, July 16
Adams Pointe Conference Center (1400 NE Coronado Drive)
11:15am Showcase Begins 11:30am Registration Begins
11:45am Buffet Opens Noon Program Begins
$20 per member / $25 per non-member RSVP by Tuesday, July 14
Register online at www.BlueSpringsChamber.com
24 Hour advance notice is required on meal cancellations. There is a $5 fee for meal invoicing.
The Program
Leadership Blue Springs was established in 1991 by the Blue Springs Cham-
ber 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 ser-
vices and local history.
The Commitment
Participation in the Leadership Blue Springs program involves a substantial
personal commitment of time and energy from each class member. At-
tendance is required at all sessions including the one-day retreat. Any par-
ticipant missing a session without prior approval will be dropped from the
program. All sessions will run from 8am to 4:30pm. Class members are re-
quired to participate in a class project and to attend at least one city
council meeting in order to graduate.
The Selection Criteria
Anyone may apply or nominate an individual. Nominations are solicited
from businesses, professional groups, agencies, and institutions. Applicants
should be able to demonstrate a commitment, motivation, and interest to
service in Blue Springs and have the full support of the corporation or or-
ganization they represent.
The Cost, Schedule, and How to Apply
Tuition for Leadership Blue Springs is $450 for members and $550 for non-
members to participate, which covers costs associated with the program
including meals, workshops, materials, team building session and candi-
date reception. Day long sessions will be held one day month, beginning
in September and ending in May. In addition, there will be a candidate
reception in August. Any participant missing a session without advanced
permission will be dropped from the program. Applications are available
at the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce office. Deadline to apply for
Leadership Blue Springs is Friday, July 31, 2015.
Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce
1000 W Main, Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 229-8558
L eadership
BLUE SPRINGS Apply Today!
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Innovation
Innovative ideas emerge all the time and we know they exist in Blue Springs!
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce wants to help businesses take innovative ideas to the next level by
offering financial help for those ideas.
Companies and organizations must meet requirements listed, and complete the application found online at www.BlueSpringsChamber.com
under Your Chamber—Business Innovation Award or by calling the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce office at (816) 229-8558.
Applications must be completed and returned to the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce office by August 15, 2015.
The applicants must attend the luncheon on October 15, 2015. At that time the finalist will be introduced and the grant will be awarded. The
winner shall make a presentation about their innovation to members of the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce in the fall of 2016.
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Keeping businesses in the City of Blue Springs on the cutting edge of business
operations and technology, as we work to improve the business climate!
The Blue Springs Innovation Business Award is a business award designed to meet the needs of area business. In Blue Springs, when businesses are successful the entire community is stronger. There is nothing quite like the return that a successful new product, system or service can bring to the bottom line of a business. The goal of this award is to shine a bright light on the creative spirit of Blue Springs and Jackson County by offering a financial award to the most significantly innovative idea for a new product, system and/or service. Innovations should uniquely fill unmet needs, create attention from competitors, be different and better than existing products, exceed market expectations, achieve financial success, and improve business systems. The requirements to apply are:
A small business (100 or less employees) located in Blue Springs A for-profit business that has been in business for at least one year The business does not have to be a Blue Springs Chamber of
Commerce member
An independent panel of judges will confidentially review and evaluate the applications.
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Innovation Award
Garry Cobb, owner of Lunar Bowl and the 2013 winner has this to say about the award, “The Business Innovation Grant provided resources for our company to introduce bowling to over 200 people, a lifetime sport that supports health and wellness”. “The Innovation Grant allows me to provide a different way to help control pain and other disorders in dogs, cats and small exotics through the use of medical Acupuncture. The whole experience has been great and has allowed me to grow personally and professionally.” , said Dr. Charity Vuagniaux, AniMed Animal Hospital, and 2014 winner.