T H E CHA M B E R
CONNECTION March 2024
Legislative Advocacy Day 2024 Jefferson City, MO On Tuesday, February 27, Lara and several members traveled to the State Capital in Jefferson City for Legislative Advocacy Day. They joined the Grain Valley, Grandview, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Raytown Area, and South KC Chamber to advocate as a collective voice for the business community. They heard from and met with:
Membership Madness
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Dr. Margie Vandeven, Commissioner Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Throughout the month of March, all Chamber events are open to non-members! Invite your business partners and friends to see what Chamber membership is all about. For every business you refer that joins the Chamber during the month of March, you get one entry into a drawing for $200 cash.
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Stephen Foutes, Director, Missouri Division of Tourism
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Kara Corches, Vice President of Government Affairs, Missouri Chamber of
Download a shareable schedule of March events here. Businesses that join the Chamber during the month of March will receive: • • • • •
A special feature in the April newsletter A special feature on social media A table at the June New Member Showcase Enhanced listing in the Chamber Business Directory for one year An exclusive new member welcome bag
As you know, Chamber Membership provides an opportunity for increased visibility for your business, relationship building through networking and events, as well as education and professional development opportunities throughout the year. Join us in our efforts to be the leading resource for businesses. Together, we can help businesses grow and the Blue Springs economy thrive!
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Senator John Rizzo, Minority Floor Leader
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Representative Jonathan Patterson
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Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe
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Senator Mike Cierpiot
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Representative Dan Stacy
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Representative Chris Sander