October 2023 Chamber Connection

THE CHAMBER

CONNECTION OCTOBER 2023

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for a WILD Fall Fun Festival!

Photos by Anthem Photography

HAPPY CHAMBERVERSARY! AAA Disposal Service All In Physical Therapy Andy’s Frozen Custard

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! The Red Force AllState 917 NW Jefferson Street Blue Springs, MO 64015 (816) 833-8822 mark@theredforce.com

Assisting Hands Home Care AT & T Big Biscuit Blue Springs Animal Hospital

The Payroll Company 1001 E 101st Terrace, 310 Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 535-7731 morethanpayroll.com

Blue Springs Masonic Lodge Blue Springs Siding & Windows Communication Studio Therapy Custards Last Stand Datasource Background Screening Services GFI Digital Kona Ice Morgan Painting Sleep in Heavenly Peace Stairway Cannabis Stoney Creek The Grid on Main United Real Estate - Lisa LaCombe

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Super Duper Scoopers 216 Shamrock Lane Blue Springs, MO 64014 (816) 724-2282 Superduperscoopers2@gmail.com

UPCOMING EVENTS OCTOBER 3

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OCTOBER 20

Financial Oversight 8:00 am @ Chamber Office

Legislative Affairs Task Force 7:30 am @ Sandy’s Restaurant REGISTER HERE Sponsored by BV Contracting Solutions

Meet Me For Lunch 11:30 am @ Sinclair’s Restaurant REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 4 Executive Committee 8:15 am @ Chamber Office

OCTOBER 5 Chamber Champions Meeting 8:30 am @ Chamber Office

OCTOBER 7 How to Start a Business in Blue Springs Expo 10:30 am @ MCPL North Branch Hosted by the Blue Springs Business Resource Network

Ribbon Cutting 1:30 Pm @ Healing Grace Chiropractic LLC REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 18 After Hours Networking 4:00 pm @ KC Curling Club REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 24 Chamber 101 8:30 am @ Chamber Office REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 26 Ribbon Cutting 4:00 pm @ Lighthouse Legal REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 10 Lunch & Learn “Diversity in the Workplace” 11:45 am @ CJCFPD Training Facility Sponsored by Anthem Photography Lunch provided by Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina

DEI Task Force Meeting 12:00 pm @ Chamber Office REGISTER HERE

OCTOBER 19 Monthly Luncheon + Not-For-Profit Showcase “From Burnout to Balance: Cultivating Wellness and Resilience in Workplaces” 11:30 am @ Adams Pointe Conference Center REGISTER HERE Sponsored by Community Services League

OCTOBER 11 Board of Directors 8:15 am @ Chamber Office Chamber Connection 3

MEET A MEMBER Leeann Cantwell, CEO, A Plus Janitorial Services A Plus Janitorial Services cleans a variety of commercial spaces, from government buildings, doctors offices, office buildings, police stations, schools, car lots, and apartment building entrances just to name a few.

A Plus Janitorial Services seeks to ensure that businesses have a spotless office environment to support the work they do and forget their worries about office cleaning. The company values employees that clean well and clean smart. They listen to the needs of their clients, and respond to the demands of any environment.

aplusjanitorialservice@yahoo.com

(816) 605-5779

Since day one, our company has believed in getting the job done right, on time and on budget. We are proud to offer our quality cleaning services for commercial properties. We strive to provide work that not only meets our customers’ needs, but exceeds them. Our team of experienced professionals understand that our customers’ best interests are our best interests. Whether the job is big or small, you can trust us to handle it all!

I live in blue springs Missouri and am a proud parent of two wonderful girls. I love to garden which allows me to create beautiful and vibrant spaces nurturing nature and finding solace in the process. However, what truly brings me joy is making lasting memories with my family. Whether it’s exploring new places, embarking on adventures, or simply spending quality time together.

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.”

- Walt Disney

Did You Know?

Luncheon Table Hosting Did you know that you can volunteer to be a Table Host at Chamber luncheons? As a table host, your responsibilities would be: •

Arrive by 11:30 am to the luncheon

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Check in with Trish to let her know you have arrived

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Select a table to host

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Be available for Trish to bring new members or guests to your table

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Collect a business card or write down the person’s name and business

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Be prepared to introduce that person when the microphone is brought to your location

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Before you make your introduction of the new members and guests at your table, be sure to introduce yourself and your business

This is a great easy way to be recognized and help people put a name, face, and business together.

Contact Trish at ttotta@bluespringschamber.com or call (816) 229-8558 if you would like to sign up to be a table host at our next luncheon.

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BLOG ROUNDUP Do Personal Stories Help or Hurt Your Business?

When it comes to your business, how you share personal stories in public spaces such as social media matters. How do you know which stories inspire trust and build your brand and which to avoid? Read more.

Unleash the Potential of New Managers with Leadership Development Help new leaders find success, retain your best employees, and develop a positive workplace culture when you train around key leadership traits. Read more.

September Small Business News You Can Use This month’s articles include need-to-know information for small businesses, including information about leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to simplify e-commerce, tips for reducing credit card processing fees, and more. Read more.

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MEMBER NEWS Community Services League has announced Jennifer Hurst as Chief Development Officer.

Jennifer has been actively serving our community for more than 20 years. As CSL’s Chief Development Officer Jennifer will demonstrate her collaborative leadership through fundraising, communications, and signature events for the organization. To connect with Jennifer, please email her at hurstj@cslcares.org.

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Clayton Hoover’s passing. Clayton owned Parkway Plumbing and was very involved in the Blue Springs community. He served on the Chamber Board from 2000-2002 , served as the Chairman of the Fall Fun Festival Parade from 2002-2005, was named as the Blue Springs Chamber Business Person of the Year in 2007, served as a Chamber Connector for several years, was a generous sponsor of Fall Fun Festival, and was a Blue Springs Chamber member from 1996-2022 when he closed his business. You can share your condolences with the Hoover family on Caring Bridge.

Congratulations to Stewardship Capital on receiving the Truman Heartland Community Foundation’s Corporate Citizen of the Year award at the 28th Annual Toast to Our Towns Gala on September 23. Each year, THCF recognizes a corporate citizen whose generosity in charitable giving tremendously impacts the region they serve. Learn more here.

Several Blue Springs Chamber member businesses have been nominated for The Examiner’s Best of Eastern Jackson County Reader’s Choice Awards! Be sure to cast your votes by October 8, 2023. Winners will be announced November 18, 2023.

Congratulations nominees!

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Truman Habitat for Humanity ReStore

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Genevieve’s Home & Handmade

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Hy-Vee

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New Day Massage

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All A’bloom Flowers & Gifts

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Crowley Furniture

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Colonial Gardens

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KARMA Community Market

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MVP Awards & Engraving

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Kennedy’s Custom Jewelers

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Two Jewelers

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Smoothie King

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Southside Nutrition

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe

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Blue Springs Ford

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McCarthy Blue Springs Hyundai

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Christian Brothers Automotive

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Legend of Asia

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KM & Co. Beauty Lounge

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

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The Chocolate Spa

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Zarda Bar-B-Q

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East Forty Brewing

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Bean Counter Cafe

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Rink Ratz

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Sandy’s Restaurant

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Lunar Bowl

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Cosentino’s Price Chopper

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Pints N Play

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Sinclair’s Restaurant

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Indoor Par Fore

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THE Pizza Place

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Winterstone Golf Course

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Scooters

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Miller Theatres - Blue Springs 8

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Scout Coffee

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Burr Oak Woods

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LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee

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Meinershagen & Co

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Rolling in the Dough

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T&T Tax and Accounting

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Custard’s Last Stand

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Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co.

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Tuscany’s Italian Restaurant

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Community America Credit Union

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Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina

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Central Bank of the Midwest

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Side Pockets

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ECS Capital Investments

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Summit Pizza

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Stewardship Capital Ltd

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Johnny’s Tavern

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The Dojo/JRMA Family Martial Arts

Parkway Senior Living

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Senior Care Authority

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Abundant Life

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American Hearing

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St. John LaLande

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Miracle Ear Blue Springs

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Timothy Lutheran

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Dynamic Chiropractic

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Meyers Funeral Chapel

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Paramount Health Chiropractic

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FROM Vest Professional Placement

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Dental Depot

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McDaniel Family Dental

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Joey Zarrillo - RE/MAX Heritage MOBILE

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HotWorx

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Community Services League

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St. Mary’s Medical Center

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Hillcrest Transitional Housing

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Assisting Hands Home Care

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Hope House

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Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care

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Wild Souls Wildlife Rescue and Rehab.

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Centerpoint Medical Center

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Lighthouse Legal

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Saint Luke’s East Hospital

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Starke Law Offices, LLC

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Trinity Wellness

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Oswald Rew LLC

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Cedarhurst of Blue Springs

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Reece Nichols

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Summit Strength Physical Therapy

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StorTropolis Self Storage Blue Springs

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Novel Place Blue Springs

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Blue Springs Animal Hospital

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Mr. Electric of Blue Springs

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Cavanaugh Pet Hospital

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Bledsoe Rentals

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Guier Fencing

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BR Carpet

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1st Alliance Garage Doors

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5 Star Garage Door

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PennTech, Inc

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Moxie Pest Control

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Crosslin Plumbing Heating & Cooling

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Smedley Plumbing

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Apple Roofing

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Bill West Roofing

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Zucca & Daughters & Sons Roofing

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Blue Springs Siding & Windows

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Columbia College

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Graceland University

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Metropolitan Community College

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Stoney Creek Hotel

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Alicia Scott - State Farm

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Blue Springs Farmers Market

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Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food

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Benton House of Blue Springs

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2023 BOARD

OF DIRECTORS

The mission of the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce is to be the leading resource for business and an effective influential community partner.

Cody Raithel- Chairman of the Board Central Bank of the Midwest

2022 Business of the Year: Kennedy’s Custom Jewelers 2022 Not For Profit of the Year: Job One

Michael Scott - Chair Elect The Table Erika Lucas - Secretary/Treasurer Sandy’s Restaurant Chad Smith - Past Chairman Chad Smith State Farm Insurance Ashish Patel - Business Support and Promotion Hampton Inn Kansas City/Blue Springs Jeff Carpenter - Membership Events & Services Job One Carman Booker - Leadership & Community Development Bank 21 Bobby Olm-Shipman Saint Luke’s East Hospital Jason Norbury City of Blue Springs Katie Woolf Blue Springs R-IV School District Kirk Lair Central Jackson County Fire Protection District Lisa LaCombe United Real Estate Lorne Meinershagen Meinershagen & Co. Melodie Chrisman Meyers Funeral Chapel Phill King Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More of Indep.

Sue Gochis MCC - Blue River Travis Hunt New York Life Insurance Vanessa Starke Starke Law Offices, LLC Warren Goessling Kohl’s Distribution Center

2022 Citizen of the Year: Debbi Riess-Roam

2023 PARTNERS

CHAMBER STAFF

TIER ONE Jackson County Tow Service Saint Luke’s East Hospital St. Mary’s Medical Center

Lara Vermillion President lvermillion@bluespringschamber.com

TIER TWO Evergy Santa Fe Tow Service TIER THREE Abundant Life Anthem Photography Bank 21 Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co. Central Bank of the Midwest Chad Smith State Farm Insurance Cosentinos Price Chopper Kohl’s Distribution Center Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Cantina McCarthy Blue Springs Hyundai MCC - Blue River Zarda Bar-B-Q TIER FOUR CPro’s, Inc. Equity Bank First American Title GM Peters Agency Greco Agency Farmers Insurance Hy-Vee Food & Drug Kansas City Cannabis Miller 8 Theatres Print Graphics Sandy’s Restaurant Smedley, LLC TIER FIVE Job One Lies Trash

Trish Totta Vice President ttotta@bluespringschamber.com Rose Hall Events Coordinator rhall@bluespringschamber.com Becca Blake Communications Specialist bblake@bluespringschamber.com Mikayla Lavelle Administrative Assistant mlavelle@bluespringschamber.com

2023 Sponsorships are now available.

Contact Becca at bblake@bluespringschamber.com for more information.

Building Business. Growing Community.

Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce 1000 W Main Street Blue Springs, MO 64015

Phone : 816.229.8558 Fax : 816.229.1244 www.bluespringschamber.com