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dear reader, Is it really fall again? Time definitely flies, though a lot has changed in our world since our fall/winter issue of 2020. What am I saying? A lot has changed since our first 2021 issue! With all the evolving information keeping

everyone on their toes—and often off balance—it can be difficult to remember that we’re all in this together. We all have stress and challenges in our lives, and, even though we may not be able to see past those challenges, remember kindness always wins. Being kind and compassionate toward our neighbors and other members of our community is the path back from the grief, pain, and anger. Neighbors and community are what Shawnee Magazine is all about, and we hope to bring to your attention the great things about Shawnee and the other people who call it home. This issue we meet Gale Nation, a hand-lettering artist who found her niche adding inspirational sayings to old maps and globes—and found a home in Shawnee. Turn to page 8 to meet her. A year after becoming principal at Mill Valley High School (during a global pandemic, no less!), Gail Holder has found her place at this growing academic powerhouse. Learn more on page 22. A very personal story is our main feature for this issue. Writer Beth Kornegay shares her journey of surviving cancer and introduces us to three other people who are also working as Ambassadors for FightCRC.org. Read Beth’s account on page 26. Three businesses round out this issue of Shawnee Magazine. Learn more about the new apartment complex, Sixty16, now found downtown (page 18). Visit with staff and patients at New Hope Chiropractic on page 14, and take a ride around Twin Mill Farm, an equine boarding facility, on page 30. And let’s not forget the Resource Guide and Membership Directory for the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce beginning on page 34. Turn these pages to bring your community a bit closer and hold tight to the kindness and compassion you find here—in Shawnee. Stay safe, stay well, stay kind,

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contents DEPARTMENTS

BUILDING A CAREER STROKE BY STROKE

THE BUSINESS OF DEALING HOPE

LIVING SUBURBAN URBAN

PRINCIPAL FOCUSES ON STUDENTS

Hand-lettering takes Shawnee artist further than she ever dreamed possible.

Early experiences prompt doctor to pursue degree and open his own chiropractic office.

New luxury apartments now located in the heart of Shawnee.

Taking the reins at a large high school during a global pandemic has definitely been an adventure.

FEATURES

A PERSONAL CANCER JOURNEY

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Building a Career

Stroke by Stroke Hand-lettering takes Shawnee artist further than she ever dreamed possible. story by Rachel C. Murphy | photography by Aaron Leimkuehler

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s doodling a career? Most people would say no. But for a little girl playing with her father’s fountain nib pen and ink, doodling led to a fulfilling career. Before Gale Nation was the darling of Hallmark stores for her hand-lettered prints and resident of the local favorite maker space, Bella Patina, she was a girl making pretty squiggles in class. “My dad always had amazing penmanship, and I wanted to write like him,” Nation says. “He caught me playing with his fountain pen and ink when I was 6, and instead of telling me to stop, he said, ‘Let’s learn to do it correctly.’” That gentle guidance from her father, Lewis, was what she needed to continue developing her skill. She continued to excel at cursive writing and art; she became the person to see for lettering on posters for the student council. But when college rolled around, she still wasn’t sure about the future. Knowing that she didn’t want to be a teacher or a nurse, as her mother, Verletta, suggested, Nation studied interior and graphic design at the University of Oklahoma. After completing her degree, she had one goal—to work for Hallmark. She sent in her portfolio and was kindly but firmly rejected. She tried again in her 30s. Again they passed. Nation didn’t sit around waiting for Hallmark to call; she had three children, went through a divorce and was a single mom, and then more than 10 years later, met her now-husband, an accountant, and added a stepson to the mix. Inspiration came from a pile of debris. “I had started making wooden signs with quotes on them,” Nation says. “They were building a house across the street from us, and I just went and picked up scrap lumber they had. And I kept chopping them up and putting quotes on them, and people kept buying them.” Nation found herself squarely in the middle of a Joanna Gaines and ‘Live, Laugh, Love’ maelstrom. Her talents had finally found an audience. She started selling her signs out of a store in Topeka, but she always had her eye on bigger things—and Hallmark was just a few miles away.

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A New Chapter About four years ago, with the success of her hand-lettered signs and an empty nest, Nation and her husband, Vic, decided to make the jump to the Kansas City area—Shawnee, to be precise. The couple found a house with plenty of space and a sunny yard and created a haven for Nation’s art. Nation had already partnered with Bella Patina to showcase her work, which had expanded to include what would become her trademark—maps and globes. She says the shift came naturally with a gift she made for a friend who was moving away. After she posted a photo of the finished print on Facebook, demand for her maps surged. She had found her niche. Now that Nation had a studio at home and a platform at Bella Patina, she thought she had arrived. She had loyal customers and had even started teaching classes on hand-lettering, proving her mother’s teaching predictions. But the universe had just a bit more in store for her. Four years ago, a buyer from Hallmark wandered into Bella Patina on a First Friday and asked if Nation would be interested in sitting in the window of their Country Club Plaza store and lettering during the Plaza Art Fair. She says she tried to hide her joy. “I tried to play it cool. ‘Sure, I guess I could do that.’ Meanwhile, inside, I’m screaming! So I did that, and that’s how my relationship with Hallmark started,” Nation says. Now, her products are sold in Hallmark stores nationwide. Her father was quick to point out that her art and passion still found a way despite her rejections over the years.

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Examples of Nation’s work: Beautiful lettering on a map to help inspire people on their life journeys. An elegant piece of embroidery with a prophetic touch. Color is key for this artist.

End of Comfort Zone While Nation loves to create, she’s found a new outlet in teaching as well. Although she has never enjoyed public speaking, she says talking about art has always been comfortable. Adept at finding people with talent and nurturing them to find their unique style, she has helped launch the careers of several of her students After the pandemic hit, she transitioned to online classes, which she never intended to do. Proving herself wrong is something Nation is happy to do. “I swore I would never teach video classes. I just didn’t think it would translate well. But when the pandemic hit, we figured out a way,” Nation says. “It surprised me when their faces started popping up on (the screen). I was just so happy to see people! This was fun. I’ve taught over 1,000 people (online) in the last 18 months, from Japan, Australia, Dubai, Italy, and all over the United States.” As life settles down, Nation is gradually transitioning to teaching vaccinated groups in her home studio. Next up? Teach an embroidery class. Vivid colors are a nice change from the bold black strokes that made Nation famous. As she indulges a passion, she gives others an outlet to be creative.

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The swooping script that defines Nation’s work is unmistakably hers; so how did she learn? In addition to learning from her father, Nation also took formal calligraphy classes. She says the regimented style of calligraphy wasn’t a great fit for her though it taught her the basics of shaping letters in the correct way. Nation calls her style of writing modern calligraphy, and it’s much more forgiving than the structure of formal calligraphy. She says that shading, rather than specific pens, is the key to her style. “What you see on the prints is my regular cursive handwriting, but shaded. I shade the downstroke, and it’s a looser style where nothing is on a straight line. It takes the pressure off of traditional calligraphy because it’s not controlled by the pressure of your hand,” she says. The pressure to “get it right” can be an obstacle to those starting out, so Nation’s more casual style creates opportunities for individuals to shine. Nation’s pen of choice? A regular Sharpie marker.

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The Business of

Dealing Hope Early experiences prompt doctor to pursue degree and open his own chiropractic office.

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f you ask Dr. Dana Huebner about his business, he will tell you that he is in the business of dealing hope. Dr. Huebner is the owner and lead chiropractor at New Hope Chiropractic located off of 65th Street in Shawnee. It all started when Huebner was seeking a little hope of his own. “When I was 18 years old, I rolled a vehicle going 60 mph,” Huebner says.“I walked away from the crash but ended up in the ER later that day. Everything appeared OK, but I was not feeling OK. One of the nurses recommended I go see a chiropractor. He helped me feel a whole lot better when everyone else had said that there wasn’t technically anything wrong with me.” This experience sparked an interest in chiropractic care with Huebner. Though he initially explored pre-med in school, another experience led Huebner to down the road to chiropractic. “I was an MMA fighter when I was in undergrad college (see “Still Training” at right). I had a fair amount of injuries. The medical side of things failed me. The physical therapy side of things failed me. It was a chiropractor who was able to keep me fighting,” he says. “That’s when I decided I didn’t want to be a medical doctor. I wanted to be a doctor of chiropractic and be able to help people in a natural way, with my own hands.” After two such impactful encounters with chiropractic care, Huebner knew the path he had to take. He and his wife, Lacie, moved to Kansas from their native Nebraska so Huebner could attend Cleveland Chiropractic College, located in Overland Park. After four years of undergraduate work and four years of post-graduate work, Huebner opened his practice in Shawnee just months after graduation. “We had every intention of going back to Nebraska. We just liked it here so much we wanted to stay,” Huebner says of his Kansas home. In terms of his business location, Shawnee has proven to be the ideal spot. “We really like the overall location of where we are at. It’s a business district, a busy area with convenient access between (Interstate) 435 and Shawnee Mission Parkway,” he says. “We see people from Overland Park, Olathe, Bonner Springs, Leavenworth, and even the Missouri side. Shawnee has quick access to everyone in the metro. We can serve everybody without taking a huge amount out of their day.” The clinic, which specializes in pre-natal and pediatric care, just celebrated its third anniversary in July. Pediatrics was an easy call for Huebner when he, once again, had an impactful experience involving chiropractic care and the hope that it can provide. Huebner and his wife, who are the parents of three, faced what he calls “the perfect storm” with the birth of their second daughter, Rachel. This included a stressful prenatal experience and heart complications, among other things. Rachel spent a week in the newborn intensive care unit. These complications lead to chronic ear infections and sensory challenges, including sensitivity to loud noises, sensitivity to changes in environment, and sensitivity to materials and textures. Seeing the hope that this specialized form of care brought to his daughter and their family lead Huebner to focus on prenatal care, infants, toddlers, and children in general.

M.M.A., or mixed martial arts, is defined as a contact sport that allows for a wide range of fighting techniques, including striking, kicking, and grappling. Managing pain and injury from this intense sport was one of the paths that lead Huebner to his chiropractic practice. “I started in high school with tae kwon do and, as I got into college, I expanded what I was doing and wanted to compete. Unfortunately, a few of those injuries prevented me from competing. Then, when I got into chiropractic college, I didn’t have time to do a lot of extra training,” he says. Though injury and lack of time may have prevented him from competing in the past, Huebner isn’t one to give up. “Now I’m just a kickboxer, just punches and kicks, no wrestling. Currently, I train five days a week, one hour per day,” he says. “I’ve been training again this past year for an unsanctioned fight coming up here in just a few weeks.”

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A Patient’s View Both Jo Taylor and Lauren Thomas are patients at New Hope; Taylor for the past year, and Thomas since April of this year. “When I injured myself while working out,” Taylor says, “I scheduled an appointment and Dr. Dana got me right in and learned I had a rib out of place.” Thomas’ first contact was for a prenatal massage. “After learning about the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy, I started seeing Dr. Huebner. … When my son was born in May, both he and my daughter began receiving chiropractic care as well,” Thomas says. Huebner understands that a different approach must be utilized to really get to the heart of the concerns. “Seeing Dr. Dana every week has been a huge benefit,” Taylor says. “We are a family of athletes, so there is never a shortage of ailments. Having consistent care is huge. Dr. Dana and Lacie really make it feel like a family environment.” “I love the family atmosphere at New Hope,” says Thomas. She also credits the care she received at New Hope for a more comfortable pregnancy. “I also believe that chiropractic care may have played a part in saving me from another round of postpartum depression, which I suffered after my first child was born,” she says. “Our pediatrician had some concerns about our newborn son that were immediately resolved after his first adjustment by Dr. Dana. This made me, and my husband, firm believers in the benefits of chiropractic care.” An experience with one of his daughters prompted Huebner to specialize in pediatric care.

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A Family Focus Not only does Huebner focus on family when it comes to his patients, he also has his entire office designed to be family-oriented, and that includes his own family. “Lacie plays all the roles,” Huebner says of his wife, “office manager, front desk, and massage therapist. She kind of runs the show.” The office’s staff is composed of another massage therapist who specializes in traditional massage, as well as cranial sacral fascia techniques, which focuses on infants facing challenges such as lip ties or tongue ties. Two chiropractic assistants hold down the front of the office. “Baby holding and playing with kids is a big part of their job,” says Huebner. Everything at New Hope Chiropractic is designed to be family friendly, from short wait times to a toy room, to a mother’s room for breastfeeding, to available snacks and drinks. Every detail has been covered, down to the baby-proofed office, complete with padded furniture corners and outlet covers. “Moms can take a deep breath for a minute. Stay, hang out, have a cup of coffee, talk with whoever is at the front desk. We want kids and families to feel at home here,” Huebner says. He doesn’t limit the hope to only families and children within his practice; he also spreads hope to people and organizations around the world. New Hope has sponsored multiple mission trips to Guatemala, and 100% of the revenue from new patient exams goes to supporting young people as they travel to Guatemala to build schools or teach English. Locally, New Hope has provided recreational equipment, such as basketball nets and tether balls, to community organizations. When it comes to giving back, Huebner is also a part of an international professional organization called the Pediatric Chiropractors. This is a U.S.-based team of prenatal and pediatric chiropractors from all over the world, including Canada, Europe, New Zealand, and Australia, with the mission of changing the tone of chiropractic care. Thomas agrees with that mission. “We have experienced better health, improved immunity, and quicker recovery from illness and stress response as a result of chiropractic care.” “It’s not just a quick fix for your back. We can actually positively impact people’s life and health.” Huebner says of the group. “Our motto is ‘Hope Dealers.’ We give people hope that they don’t have to have chronic struggles. Hope, answers help — that’s what we always strive to provide.”

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Living

Suburban Urban New luxury apartments now located in the heart of Shawnee. story by Jill Dutton | photography by Kevin Anderson

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“We knew that when we built this (Sixty16), that what we wanted was to create a place where any age (resident) would feel comfortable.” —Kevin Tubbesing

new living space in downtown Shawnee contains crisp and shiny amenities: high-end apartments, a workout space, and a secluded community garden that’s perfect for relaxing or a gathering of friends. Developer Kevin Tubbesing is a longtime part of the Shawnee business community. Tubbesing and his wife, Dawn, along with a group of investors, have led the way in revitalizing downtown Shawnee with the Stag’s Creek development on Shawnee Mission Parkway, which includes the Stag’s Creek Professional Center with Shawnee’s first underground parking. Now the group has added to the portfolio a living space: The Sixty16 luxury apartments are situated north of Shawnee Mission Parkway and east of Nieman Road. While COVID kept the complex from hosting an official grand opening, the first occupants moved in in May. Offering a unique living situation, Sixty16 caters to a variety of tenants. “We have young 20s, we have seniors, and lots in the middle. We knew that when we built this, that what we wanted was to create a place where any age would feel comfortable,” Tubbesing says. “Frankly, you don’t see that blend in a lot of other apartment complexes. Usually, you have either the young, sexy place that isn’t as attractive to seniors, or you have places that are just known as being for 55 and older. I feel as if we have pulled off the beautiful blend that I was hoping for, which is to have this wonderful community that is all over the place.”

Suburban Urban When asked, “Why Shawnee?” Tubbesing says, “That’s easy. We live here.” On a mission to “move through and fix the area,” the developer started with Stag’s Creek— their mother development that included removing the pawnshop and dilapidated retail on Shawnee Mission Parkway. Part of the appeal of Sixty16, Tubbesing says, is the smaller number of units. “It’s a 67-unit complex, which makes it much smaller than a lot of the classic complexes that had been built in the area. Typically, a complex is going to be 180 to 250 units,” he says. “And that, of course, just brings a mass of bodies and people into one space. Some people would rather have a more quaint, community feel. “And when we started looking at this project, what spoke to us was the ability to create a smaller, but still a Class A project. We have more green space per capita than almost any other apartment complex in Kansas City.” Class A properties are generally new, include higher-end amenities, and are situated in a desirable location. At Sixty16, the units contain LG appliances, washer and dryer units, stainless steel appliances, high ceilings, granite countertops, and tile flooring. Plus, the complex offers a gym and workout area, gardens, and community gathering spaces with grills and tables. It is also pet-friendly.

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With more green space than most apartment complexes, Sixty16 has provided an area where residents can relax, commune with nature, or share time with friends and family.

Just a few months after opening, the complex is almost half full. Most of the smaller units are filled—the studio and one-bedroom apartments—but the two-bedroom units are available for small families or single occupants wanting an office space for remote work. Tubbesing also thinks the two bedrooms are ideal for “couples, roommates, or the grandmother who wants the grandkids to be able to spend the night.” “I think Stag’s Creek was one of the things that was the impetus for the redevelopment of downtown. And now with Sixty16, we’re proud to be a part of the continued revitalization of downtown.” A Garden Oasis Rather than a swimming pool, Sixty16 has a relaxing garden area, perfect for family gatherings or quiet time amid the foliage and fountain. The gardens are new—“first generation” as Tubbesing calls it—with the plants still in development. The developers chose the gardens instead of a swimming pool because of the small number of tenants, but also to provide a unique hang-out space. Tenants can enjoy the seating areas in the gardens, grill on the gas grills, or plan a game-day get-together in the gazebo, which features a grill, lighting, outlets, and a large-screen television. Located on a graded hill on the back of the property and shielded from Nieman Road by the complex, the gardens and community space are a suburban escape in the midst of downtown Shawnee.

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Principal Focuses

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broad, beige sign hanging on the wall behind the desk in her office sums up all you need to know about Mill Valley High School principal Gail Holder. “Adventure Awaits”, it reads, and Holder probably had a good idea of what adventures awaited her when she accepted the position of principal in the fall of 2020. Jumping in as the leader of one of Kansas’ fastest-growing and most accomplished high schools just as a worldwide pandemic unfolded would be a steep challenge for the most adept of educators. Despite the difficult circumstances, Holder, the Mill Valley administration, staff, and student body seemed to thrive during the last school year, establishing high standards in classrooms and winning multiple state championships in both athletics and academics. “It really worked out great,” Holder says of the 2020–2021 school year. “(The COVID-19 pandemic) provided all of us an opportunity to practice problem-solving skills, practice adaptability. It seemed as though the world was struggling, but we continued to thrive and excel. “I like to focus on the things we learned during the pandemic, such as not taking connections for granted,” Holder says. “People call them soft skills, but I call them hard skills, because you can’t get through life without them.” With all the obstacles presented by COVID over the last year, Holder says she takes great pride in all that Mill Valley students were

able to accomplish. Students were in classrooms for the entire school year, except for three weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Not only did the school commence with all its sports and academic activities, but Jaguar athletes and academics won state championships in football, golf, dance, journalism and boys’ track. For Holder, it simply was another of life’s adventures. “I like to do hard things, keep myself unbalanced,” she says. Holder has been a go-getter from her days growing up as the oldest of five in Olathe. The family was close and put high values on education, achievements, and maintaining a positive outlook. Indeed, she surrounds herself with positivity in her office at Mill Valley— more signs reading “Make Today Amazing,” “This Is My Happy Place” and “Inspire” figure prominently. She knew she wanted to be an educator upon graduating from Olathe South High School. She earned an associate’s degree from Kilgore College in Texas and bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Kansas. She also earned an administrative certification from Pittsburg State and a doctorate in education from Baker University. Holder’s career as an educator started at Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville, Kansas, before she moved closer to home to teach dance at Shawnee Mission West. A year later, she returned to teach at her alma mater, Olathe South, where she stayed 25 years before taking

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While Holder may be known for being tough, she is also extremely dedicated to the students at Mill Valley.

positions as assistant director of teaching and learning and as language arts director at the Olathe district office. The time working outside a school building didn’t last long, however. She missed the direct impact she could make on students and, two years later, in 2018, she assumed the role of assistant principal at Olathe East. During her time teaching and administrating in Olathe, Holder struck up a strong friendship with Marilyn Chrisler, associate principal and activities director at Mill Valley. When longtime principal Toby Waldeck announced he would retire at the end of the 2019–2020 school year, Chrisler made a phone call to her friend of 25 years, someone she knew would be perfect for the job. “I knew her work ethic, and I knew she has a passion to do what’s best for kids,” Chrisler says. “We have a lot in common as far as our mindset. She makes people better; she’s going to push you. “Mill Valley was already a great high school, but I knew she was going to make it even better.” Holder is quick to point out that the focus of her master’s degree was curriculum and instruction, and that background goes a long way

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toward describing her philosophy when it comes to educating today’s youth. Take care of the academic part of the high school experience, and the rest—extracurricular activities like dance, debate, and athletics—will follow. “I want us to be seen as academic leaders,” she says. “It’s like Starbucks. They do coffee. I want our brand to be that focused. At the end of the day, we excel because we’re an academic institution.” Holder laughingly refers to herself as “a flavor.” She might be seen by some as too tough or demanding. She prides herself on her toughness and insists that students should be stretched to their highest potential. “First and foremost, I believe all students can learn,” she says. “But how students learn does not always look traditional. “I believe we have the most important job in the world, but with that comes great responsibility. My expectations are high to move students forward. I believe the trajectory of a student’s life changes without a high school diploma. That diploma is the most important piece of paper a person can have. “You won’t find anyone who works harder or cares more about students and their education.”

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CANCER

JOURNEY After diagnosis and treatment, Shawnee woman knows she’s one of the lucky ones. stor y by Beth Kor negay photographs cour tesy F ight CRC

Three little words can change your life. When I heard “You have cancer,” shockwaves coursed through my body even though I was still partially under anesthetic. I’d gone in for what I thought was my first routine colonoscopy two days after Christmas in 2013. After additional testing, I was diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer at age 50. The next several weeks seemed like a blur: a multitude of additional tests, wading through insurance documents, searching for an oncologist, notifying my co-workers, and, perhaps the most difficult, making calls to my dad wintering in Texas and my adult son in California. The next year now seems like a distant memory with radiation and chemotherapy treatments, surgeries, emergency hospital admittances, doctor visits, and trying to continue to work full-time in order to maintain my health insurance along with some sense of normalcy. Thankfully, my husband of just one year, James, was at my side the entire time, often shouldering the weight of my diagnosis himself. He became my nurse and connection to the outside world as I recuperated on the couch in the living room for months, not knowing what the next day would bring.

Courtney Maurer

Rachel Moore

My body did not exhibit any symptoms of colon cancer such as weight loss, bloating, family history, or blood in my stool. My surgeon said the size of my tumor was roughly the size of my fist, and it had likely been growing inside of me for 10 years. I went through some genetic testing to see if I could pass colon cancer to my son and thankfully those results did not show a genetic component. I just had bum luck, as my doctor said. After my treatments ended and my final surgery was completed, I began to regain my strength, and my hair grew back after losing it to the chemo treatments. In many ways, I felt as though I needed to make up the time that cancer had taken from me. I delved back into work again, continued my volunteer activities with the Shawnee Police Department and other organizations, and went back to freelance writing. I rekindled relationships with friends who didn’t know if I was going to survive; in 2014, Stage III colon cancer only had about a 35% five-year survival rate. As life got back to normal for me, I grew increasingly thankful for my recovery. I had beaten the odds and my prognosis continues to be excellent. Last year, I was released from my oncologist’s care. I realize I’m one of the lucky ones. When I felt alone and isolated during my treatment and recovery, I turned to online community support groups. I suddenly went from feeling like no one could relate to my struggles to being in a position to offer hope to newly diagnosed patients. That initial shock and devastation of a cancer diagnosis were still fresh in my mind, but I had also

successfully navigated life-changing surgeries and treatments and had come out the other side. Many newly diagnosed patients fear they won’t survive, and I was happy to be able to give them hope. I discovered the passion to help raise awareness about colon cancer. Two colon cancer organizations stood out to me, and I began volunteering for both. I became a “buddy” for newly diagnosed colon cancer patients who asked to be matched with a survivor through the Colon Cancer Alliance (www. CCAlliance.org). I also wrote articles about survivors who agreed to share their story for the organization. In 2018, I initiated a proclamation that was signed by then-Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer during Colon Cancer Awareness Month. During the signing ceremony, Colyer told me that his brother died of colon cancer, so he knows how important screening is. I have continued to push to have that Kansas proclamation signed each March, which is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. In 2020, I was named an ambassador for Fight CRC (colorectal cancer; www.FightCRC.org), an organization that works both to increase awareness and to put faces with the disease by using ambassadors from around the United States. We were encouraged to tell our story to each other and then to larger audiences. In March this year, I was interviewed by local television reporter Matt Stewart, who himself had been diagnosed with colon cancer in 2020. Sharing his story on television, he said his wife encouraged him to get a colonoscopy after rectal bleeding, a move that potentially saved his life. I shared my story as well, including

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my lack of symptoms and, if I hadn’t followed medical screening colonoscopy guidelines, my outcome would have likely been different. Also in March, my image along with the other Fight CRC ambassadors appeared on a digital billboard in New York City’s Times Square. Those images of men and women of all ages and races impacted by colon cancer vividly illustrated that the disease can truly affect anyone. That month also brought virtual lobbying efforts with Washington, D.C., representatives of Kansas politicians including senators Roger Marshall and Jerry Moran as well as Representative Sharice Davids. Two other Kansas ambassadors and I shared our stories and asked for funding for colon cancer research. Our focus was on the children in our group who have not survived their battle. Last year, guidelines for initial colon cancer screening were lowered from age 50 to age 45. Sadly, this reflects the number of younger patients being diagnosed. Through the groups and organizations I am associated with, I have seen children as young as 11 years old who have been diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer. It truly is not just an “old person’s disease,” and it is even more heartbreaking to see children suffer through colon cancer until their bodies can no longer battle the cancer or tolerate the treatments.

Standing alongside Beth Kornegay as 2021 ambassadors for Fight CRC are three other Kansas residents, all hailing from Overland Park. It was 2017 and at 29, Courtney Maurer had just been diagnosed with stage III colorectal cancer. “I think forming relationships at Fight CRC is important, and it’s kind of like a support system and family. I fight for others who are going through what I went through, and for the caregivers. I also fight for myself since I was young when diagnosed. I want to be an advocate and spread awareness so others can prevent this cancer,” Maurer says. Rachel Moore was 28 when she received the same diagnosis. “I’m a wife, mother, and business owner whose life was flipped upside down with a very unexpected diagnosis. I work very hard to not only spread my message of early detection on my blog (www.shitsandgigglesinkc.com), but also of the power of positivity,” Moore says. “I believe my outlook and a strong sense of hope have helped my treatments be successful. I also come from a unique story in that of my high school graduating class of 250 students, five of us have been diagnosed with CRC all under the age of 40. We are currently working to find out why this unusual and troubling situation has occurred.” Greg Vaughn heard the news when he was 48. “I fight for those who need hope, encouragement, and the warrior mindset to win another day,” Vaughn says. “I’m very passionate about not letting stage IV colorectal cancer keep me from enjoying life. I’m a pilot, a professional photographer who chases storms, a former professional cyclist, and I’ve run 97 marathons and 17 ultra-marathons of 100 miles or more. I’m not about to let cancer scare me or keep me from doing what I love. I strongly believe that by sharing my story and experiences, I will encourage others to stay strong and never give up their own fight.”

Home horses find a

owners feel secure leaving beloved equines with staff at boarding facility. stor y by Kar l W illiams

estled in the heart of western Shawnee, complete with 16 acres of wooded trails adjoining Shawnee Mission Park, sits Twin Mill Farm, a horse-boarding facility with centuries of history dating back to the Louisiana Purchase. “Being closer to the city or suburbs, further in, and having that access to places to ride is fairly unique,” says Courtney Nelson, who took over the farm from her parents in 1996. Her husband, John, became involved a few years later. The property has had an equine focus since the 1960s when Virginia Hamill and her husband, Dr. Robert Hamill, purchased land that had previously been a dairy farm. Chip and Becky Newcomer, Nelson’s parents, then bought the horse-boarding site in 1990. The wooded trails, Nelson says, are among the facility’s main draws.

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It also features a cross-country course and a plethora of artwork, largely designed by Nelson herself. Nelson’s father taught her to weld, and the horse wall that can be seen on top of a retaining wall is her creation from 1995. Its intent was to “create a dynamic fence overlooking the pasture,” according to the farm’s website. The pieces on display throughout the property add to the interest for people walking, driving, or biking past the farm, Nelson says. “It’s fun community outreach, and something we love that we can share with people around us,” she says. As of mid-August, 31 horses were boarded at the farm. Owners are from Shawnee, as well as other Kansas metro cities, including Lenexa, Overland Park, Kansas City, and Parkville. “We’re all busy, and sometimes it’s hard enough to find an hour or two to see your horse and, if

you’ve got to drive an hour to get there, (it) turns into an all-day event,” Nelson says. Sally Simonsen got her first horse, Buck, when she was 16, and he has been a mainstay at Twin Mill. Now 26, Buck, with the exception of the four years Simonsen attended college in Colorado and Buck went with her, has been a consistent presence in Shawnee. “I think I had found (Twin Mill Farm) on the internet just looking up boarding barns. … Courtney has always been amazing,” Simonsen says. “She’s great. I’ve boarded at other boarding facilities and feel like no one takes as good a care of my horse as she does.” Margaret Shelby has boarded horses at Twin Mill off and on for two decades, having met Nelson and her mother, Becky, through a friend. “Becky and Courtney were amazingly helpful and encouraging,” Shelby says. “Becky is gone now, but I feel her presence whenever I’m there, often just a fleeting moment, but I say, ‘Oh, there’s Becky.’” Despite being in more of an urban area, Shelby says Twin Mill Farm feels like it’s in the country. “You can really see the sky,” Shelby says. “I live in Waldo, so I don’t get to see ‘big sky’ at home. But at the same time, if you want to, at Twin Mill you can wander up among the trees in the woods on the trails and feel very secluded indeed. It’s really a great barn for all kinds of rides.” Shelby currently boards her horse, Peanut, at the farm. “A young rider from the barn had gone to college and wasn’t getting to use him much, so I started riding him,” Shelby says. “My own boy had to be retired due to an injury, so I had nothing to

ride. He is fine now and enjoys his retirement; he’s just not rideable. So Peanut was great in that he was already at Twin Mill, everyone knew him and his history, and he was and is super sweet and easy.” The draws for Simonsen are the atmosphere and the property connecting to the 1,250-acre Shawnee Mission Park and its equestrian trails. “It’s been wonderful,” she said. “I boarded at probably four or five other places while I was in Colorado and no place came even close to Twin Mill.” In addition to caring for horses, Simonsen says a group of riders often get together to go horse camping or ride together on the property. “It’s kind of given (me) a second home out there,” she says. “It’s given me a great group of friends, someone who kind of shares that common interest.” For Shelby, that kind of common interest goes beyond just riding. “The night, several years ago, I had to put my gelding down, Courtney was my rock,” Shelby says. “It was among the worst nights of my life, but I remember Courtney being there, making sure I understood what all the veterinarians were telling me. It was a long, awful night but she stayed with me. That’s the sort of people they are.” Nelson and others have modified the property over the years, partly due to changes in weather patterns that expanded the floodplain. Amenities also include a lighted sand arena and a round pen for training. The farm, according to Nelson, also has moved toward a “pastureboard facility.” “We have and continue to spend time beautifying our area,” Nelson says.

Courtney and John Nelson treat their equine boarders—and their owners—like family.

33 From top: Rhoda Hamilton of Shawnee has a tender moment with her horse Custer. Courtney Nelson watches as mares are released into the pasture at Twin Mill Farm. Deb Seager grooms her horse before riding.

A Baker’s Dozen

Thirteen breeds of horses are currently boarded at Twin Mill Farm. Andalusian Arabian Haflinger Kentucky Mountain Horse Missouri Foxtrotter Morgan Paint Quarter Horse Saddlebred Tennessee Walking Horse Thoroughbred Trakehner Warmblood

Twin Mill Farm Facilities

The main barn features hay storage, a tack room, indoor and outdoor wash stalls, crossties, and a hitch rail. The east barn features five stalls, grain and hay storage, and deep eaves that offer shelter to pastured herds. Lighted sand arena, including a covered portion for all-weather footing. Round pen for controlled training. 60 acres of private trails that connect to Shawnee Mission Park. Cross country course.

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What a year it has been! Our community has overcome so much through the struggles of COVID, workforce challenges, a tough pandemic economy, and much more. However, Shawnee has remained vigilant and is stronger than ever. Specifically, Chamber members have worked together in creative ways to bolster their own businesses and provide great offerings to their staff and customers. Each year, I am more impressed by what our Chamber family can accomplish. Now is a great time to take a moment and make plans for the future. In doing so, I encourage you to utilize this resource guide to learn more about the great work of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce and various facets of our city. Shawnee is poised for continued growth and greatness, and this resource guide exhibits the evidence of that trend. As the Chamber finishes out its 75th year with a hurrah, make sure you engage with their staff to learn how you can make the most of your membership. Dedicate some time on your calendar to stop in for a networking event .... or maybe you’re not a member quite yet! If that is the case, there is no better time than now to consider joining to see how you can both grow your business and invest in the community through this wonderful organization.

PARKER AMOS

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Shawnee Chamber of Commerce

Shawnee Economic Development Council

Visit Shawnee

Chamber & Foundation Accolades

Shawnee Chamber Foundation/Member Advantages

Engaging Our Members

Chamber Events

Shawnee Living

A History of Good Business

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

AN EFFECTIVE BUSINESS STRATEGY Chamber membership is an effective business strategy that has been making a difference in Shawnee for more than 75 years. The Shawnee Chamber of Commerce has a successful history of promoting the business interests of Shawnee and is the leading advocate for the growth and enhancement of our community.

2021 Chamber Staff

Our members range from family-owned businesses to large national and international corporations. Chamber member representatives take an active role in our community, holding leadership positions within their companies and on the boards of community organizations. Membership benefits are realized year-round and are designed to help businesses of all sizes grow and prosper. Immediate value is recognized with the chamber’s marketing tools and business connections. Member advantages include numerous opportunities such as advocacy, networking and referrals, access, promotions and sponsorships, online and print directories, education and resources, and much more. TOP 2% OF CHAMBERS IN THE U.S. In 2020, the Shawnee Chamber earned a 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, placing it in the top 2 percent of chambers in the U.S. The Shawnee Chamber is one of only two chambers in Kansas with this top-level accomplishment. This honor distinguishes the high quality, expertise, and strong leadership displayed by an accredited chamber.

Ann Smith-Tate President | CEO

Eric Ely

Director, Business Development & Retention, SEDC

Kevin Fern

Executive Director Visit Shawnee

Amy Niemann

Programs Manager

Marlene Shirley

Operations Manager

VISION The Shawnee Chamber of Commerce effectively promotes the business interests of Shawnee and is the leading advocate for the growth of enhancement of our community. MISSION To develop and enhance our community through dynamic leadership.

Brandon Wilcox

Director of Investor Services

LOCATION Offices are on the second floor of the Central Bank of the Midwest 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 202, Shawnee, KS 66217-9344 913.631.6545 | www.shawneekschamber.com

Dustin Wolfe

Director of Marketing and Events

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37 INVESTORS

2021 Executive Committee

Parker Amos

John Wills

Chair Amos Family Funeral Home

Chair-Elect State Farm Insurance

Chad Spoor

Heidi Thummel

Rusty Mudgett

Mickey Sandifer

Treasurer Complete Construction Service

Chair SEDC Advisory Committee, Complete Property Solution Corp.

Ann Smith-Tate President | CEO

Past Chair GBA

Chair Visit Shawnee Advisory Committee

2021 Board of Directors

Jake Akehurst Johnson County Community College

Nathan Fiser

Don Chew PBI Gordon

City of Shawnee

Superintendent, Shawnee Mission School District

Dr. Mike Fulton

Dr. Frank Harwood

Mike Kellam

Michael McVey

Mairilise Pothin Owen

Dawn Rattan EverFit

Transport Brewery

2021 PLATINUM INVESTORS GUILD

Mayor Michelle Distler

Fiser Group, P.A.

McClure Engineering Co.

GUILD

Superintendent, Unified School District #232

2021 INVESTORS GUILD MEMBERS

AdventHealth

Kristen ShelleyChapin

Shelley Chapin Law LLC

Kevin Tubbesing The Land Source

Zarda / Rieke Development Corporation

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2021 SEDC ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Rusty Mudgett Chair | Complete Property Solutions

Mike Kellam Vice Chair | McClure Engineering

Carol Lehman Past Chair | Johnson County Community College

Parker Amos Board Chair | Amos Family Funeral Home & Crematory

John Wills Board Vice Chair | State Farm Insurance

Heartland Logistics Park Construction

Trevor Curtis Express Employment Professionals

Trent Dansel Olsson

Mayor Michelle Distler City of Shawnee

Clark Grisell Terracon Consultants

Tim Harmon Harmon Construction

Nick Jordan Jay Kimbrough Country Club Bank

Dennis Monahan Central Bank Midwest

Justin Nichols Kutak Rock LLP

Leo Nunnink UMB Bank

Ann Smith-Tate President | CEO

Clint Spoor Complete Construction Service

Margaret Steele Kansas Gas Service

Noland Sunderman City Manager | City of Shawnee

Tammy Thomas Councilmember | City of Shawnee

Heidi Thummel GBA

Matt Zimmerman Councilmember | City of Shawnee

Shawnee Economic DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL The Shawnee Economic Development Council (SEDC) is a division of the Shawnee Chamber Corp. and works collaboratively with the City of Shawnee to promote job creation, business expansion, and real estate development in Shawnee. The SEDC offers a number of value services to new and expanding enterprises including: • Site selection market analysis • Education and counsel on local and state business incentive programs • Market data on the City of Shawnee, labor force, demographics and other economic information • Liaison for additional business resources The SEDC consists of a group of Chamber members who are committed to Shawnee’s economic growth and development. Members of the SEDC have access to unique networking and business knowledge sharing opportunities, and are among the first to know about new business investments in Shawnee. For more information, visit www.shawnee-edc.com or call 913.631.6545.

Visit S H A W N E E

Visit Shawnee works to increase the number of visitors and events to create a positive impact on the tourism segment of the local Shawnee economy. It solicits sports tournament planners, provides information on park and recreation facilities, promotes activities for the whole family, and manages a hospitality tent at all major events and celebrations. To best serve the tourism industry, Visit Shawnee works closely with local hotels. This includes the Comfort Inn & Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton Inn, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and the Fairfield Inn & Suites. For more information, visit www.visitshawneeks.com or call 913.631.6545.

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2021 VISIT SHAWNEE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mickey Sandifer Chair

Kevin Bundy

Vice-Chair | Courtyard by Marriott

Nolan Sunderman

City Manager | City of Shawnee

Kevin Fern

Executive Director | Visit Shawnee

Ann Smith-Tate President | CEO

2021 VISIT SHAWNEE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Stacey Bienhoff

Old Shawnee Days Society

Jill Chalfie

Shawnee City Council

Matt Coble

Nick & Jakes

Michelle Distler Shawnee Mayor

Mark Hembrey

Hereford House Shawnee

Neil Holman

Shawnee Parks & Recreation

Lisa Larson-Bunnell Shawnee City Council

Jason Lieb

Transport Brewery

Dave MacKay

Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball

Jim Neighbor Cary Danielson Pandzik Music Theatre Kansas City

Chamber and Foundation A W A R D S 2020 Ambassador of the Year Kelly Vaille, Construction DesignWorks Honors an outstanding individual serving on the Ambassador Committee. 2021 Betty Charlton Scholarship Fund Annika Pinter, Maranatha Christian Academy | Kyle Smith, DeSoto High School | Katherine Weigel, Mill Valley High School Awarded to a graduating senior intending to continue their education who has demonstrated exceptional involvement in community leadership.

2021 Visit Shawnee Friendly Service Award Royal Krueger, Shawnee Town 1929 Presented for exemplary customer service embodying the Shawnee spirit. 2021 Shawnee Tomorrow Leadership Graduates Jason Bruner, Shawnee Police Department Brad Corkrean, McCownGordon Leroy Cox, Johnson County Community College Matt Epperson, Shawnee Fire Department Elizabeth Griffith, City of Shawnee Chris Kelly, McCownGordon Casey McBride, A.L Huber Inc. Brett McCubbin, City of Shawnee Judi Rodman, Sunflower House Corey Sands, Shawnee Fire Department Jacqueline Young, Turner Construction Calli Zevecvke, PBI-Gordon Corporation

2020 Chamber Star Award Kent Noland, Security Bank Kansas City Recognizes an individual chamber volunteer who shines with extraordinary measures of service and commitment. 2019 Citizen of the Year Award Mickey Sandifer Bestowed on an individual who has worked hard to make Shawnee a better place to live, work and grow.

Royal Krueger Tourism Award Winner

Neal Sawyer

Rebuilding Together Shawnee

Jeff Stewart

Johnson County Parks & Recreation

2021 Visit Shawnee Good Starts Here Award Neal Sawyer, Rebuilding Together Shawnee Presented for outstanding service to Shawnee tourism.

Neal Sawyer Tourism Award Winner

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SHAWNEE CHAMBER FOUNDATION

The Shawnee Chamber of Commerce Foundation was incorporated in December 2014. Several programs operate under the Shawnee Foundation including the Betty Charlton Scholarship Fund, business and educational programs, Leadership Alumni, research and future community quality of life programs.

FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Justin Nichols, Foundation Chairman, Kutak Rock LLP Kevin Bennett, Vice Chair, Bennett Bodine & Waters, PA Ann Smith-Tate, Treasurer, President | CEO

FOUNDATION BOARD DIRECTORS Park Amos, Amos Family Funeral Home & Crematory Tammie Green, Christian Brothers Automotive Scott Martin, Summer, Spencer & Company, P.A. Suzanne Schmidt, Capitol Federal Savings

Member ADVANTAGES

Access—Members of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce gain a competitive edge over nonmembers with exclusive opportunities, such as access to an active business network of key business, civic, and community leaders. The print, online and mobile directories also make it easy for fellow members, residents and customers to find you. • Direct business assistance for business owners and access to Kansas Small Business Development Center. • Access to workforce resources—easy-to-use online job portal and resources to serve workforce needs. • Every chamber member is listed for free in the print directory and the website member directory. • Chamber members are referred to individuals looking for a particular product or service. • New members gain instant visibility when introduced at networking events. • Get information about the Shawnee Chamber, its members and the community while you’re on the go through the free MemberPlus mobile app.

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Promotion—The chamber provides outstanding opportunities, both face-to-face and digital, to raise your company profile and credibility in addition to building your business connections. By offering numerous networking opportunities at various dates and times with different focuses, you are certain to find an opportunity that meets your needs. • Attend or host an event to build your business network and meet potential new customers. • Connect with us and others through our strong social media channels. • Increase visibility and reach new customers with an enhanced online directory listing with photos, a video, additional information and more. Advocacy—Chamber leadership advocates on behalf of the business community, creating a climate of growth and success that benefits all. Your membership ensures that your business stays informed on legislative issues at the local, regional and state level with action updates and alerts. This inside track will help your business thrive, while you continue your own professional development. • Join the governmental affairs committee and help develop the chamber’s state legislative agenda for the year. • Remain current on legislative issues affecting business. • Chamber leadership develops position statements and testifies on issues affecting the local business environment. • The chamber advocates for public policies to promote the interests of business and drive economic prosperity. Impact—Numerous free and fee-based marketing and sponsorship opportunities make it affordable and easy for members to gain visibility for their businesses. These unique opportunities provide you with the ability to promote your organization to other members and to the community. • Grow your contacts by cultivating relevant connections for your business. • Post coupons, discounts and member-to-member deals on the website that can also be viewed with the MemberPlus mobile app. • Share your job openings through the chamber website and find great talent. • Promote your events on the website member events calendar, which also populates the MemberPlus mobile app. • Get noticed with a variety of event sponsorship opportunities. • Increase visibility and reach new customers with an enhanced online directory listing with photos, videos, additional information and more.

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Engaging OUR MEMBERS

Ambassadors Ambassadors are a passionate group of volunteers who welcome new members and guests during ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours, networking, coffees, and other events.

Young Professionals (FLEX) Connecting 20- and 30-somethings through networking, volunteering, and educational opportunities. Not limited to just Shawnee residents, employees, or Chamber members.

Governmental Affairs Persons interested in legislative issues might serve on the Governmental Affairs Committee. This group helps develop the annual state legislative platform and meets with elected officials during the session.

MembersPlus Mobile App Provides members with easy access to the information they need from their mobile devices. Members are able to register, pay, and check-in for events and other chamber activities.

Event Planning Committees Bring your creativity to the table by helping us plan one of our marquee events, plus you’ll network with other member representatives! Options include Annual Dinner, Golf Tournament and Trivia Night. Social Media The chamber’s social media platforms help build relationships and keep members informed through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Website Our high-quality, mobile-friendly website features news, event calendars, a membership directory, and the ability to post jobs, hot deals, member-tomember deals, and much more. Email As a member of the Chamber, you will receive important and timely email communication regarding upcoming events, community news, major updates, and details on different programs.

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The Shawnee Chamber offers a variety of events and programming to maximize your membership, expose your business, build your network, and connect with the community. Sponsorships are available for all events.

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

A.M. Connect Enjoy coffee and conversation while you meet and connect with chamber members and guests. Ribbon Cuttings and Ground Breakings Learn more about a new, existing, or expanding business at ground breakings or ribbon cuttings. Membership Luncheons The featured guest speaker and luncheon program provide information vital to doing business. Business After Hours Enjoy food, beverages, great networking, and the opportunity to find out more about the hosting member business’ products and services.

A.M. Connect

Annual Dinner At this premier event, with hundreds in attendance, guests bid on auction items, enjoy an excellent dinner, and spend the evening dancing. Golf Tournament Spend a day out of the office, building your network at the golf course. Trivia Night Challenge other members at one of our newer events to see if you can be the next trivia champion.

Annual Golf Tournament

Ribbon Cutting

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QUICK FACTS & STATISTICS

• Population: Approximately 68,292 people currently reside in 24,516 households. 73% are homeowner occupied and 27% are renter occupied. • Median age: 38.5 years – very close to the KC Metro and the nation. • Average household Size: 2.62 vs 2.5 for the KC Metro. Shawnee Mission Park

• Median household income is estimated to be $84,507 compared to the KC Metro median of $70,215 and the national median of $68,703.

Living SHAWNEE

• Home Values: Median value of homes is $261,700.

Shawnee is among the fastest growing cities in the Kansas and its 66203 zip code was recently listed as the fourth hottest in the country by Realtor. com. Shawnee is expected to remain a regional growth leader for years to come with a current population of approximately 68,292. This growth can be attributed to the value Shawnee provides in desirable Johnson County. The city is committed to preserving its small town values as it plans for growth. While community services are modern and comprehensive, the property tax rate is low. The city’s winning combination of excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and easy access to a wide range of entertainment and recreation opportunities provides those who live and work in Shawnee with an excellent quality of life.

Growth POPULATION

Between 2010 and 2020, Shawnee experienced a growth rate of more than 5 percent. During the same time, the 14-county metro population increased by 203,793 to 2,269,149. The KC metro overall is growing at a successful rate that indicates strong business and leisure opportunities. Today, the 14-county Kansas City metropolitan area population stands at 2,528,644.

2010

2020

62,209

68,292

145,786

152,727

48,190

56,156

Overland Park, Kansas

173,372

197,381

Johnson County, Kansas

544,179

607,220

2,035,334

2,173,212

Shawnee, Kansas Kansas City, Kansas Lenexa, Kansas

Kansas City Metro Area Sources: U.S. Census and Mid America Regional Council

• Climate: Average temperature in January is 38° and in July is 90°. Annual precipitation 41 inches

LONG RANGE FORECAST

Johnson County, which includes the city of Shawnee, is forecast, from 2010 to 2040, to have the largest growth of population, households, and employment anywhere in the KC metro area. By 2040, Johnson County will surpass Jackson County as the county in the region with the highest population and employment. Jackson County will still have more households according to the forecast, with larger household sizes in Johnson County. • The population is expected to increase by 231,298 for the 30-year forecast, 32.1 percent of the region’s total population. Johnson County will account for 44.2 percent of the region’s growth. • About 40 percent of the job growth in the metro is projected to occur in Johnson County. By 2040, the County will be home to 449,431 jobs – 35.3 percent of the region’s total. The largest sector of growth is expected to be in services. • The number of households is expected to rise by 95,043 between 2010–2040, placing 40.2 percent of the region’s growth in Johnson County.

Source: Mid-America Regional Council

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45 ECONOMIC

Chamber 101

SNAPSHOT 2019 Construction Residential Permits 2019 - 296 permits with a value of $45 million Commercial Permits 2019 - 72 permits with a value of $53 million Total value: $98 million

2020 Construction Residential Permits 339 With a value of 69 million Commercial Permits 72 with a value of 51 million

Business A HISTORY OF GOOD

Shawnee has a good business climate that welcomes new businesses and nurtures existing ones. An educated work force, excellent highway accessibility, location within the Kansas City metropolitan area, variety of new or existing properties, and a thriving work environment all make Shawnee a desirable place to own and operate a business. Contact the Shawnee EDC office for information on business incentives.

Along with the many outstanding features of Shawnee itself, the City of Shawnee and the state of Kansas have unique incentive programs to help qualifying new or existing businesses grow and prosper. Shawnee businesses, from large corporate headquarters to small business start-ups, are involved in the community because they love this city.

BUSINESS FACTS & STATS • Shawnee’s industrial vacancy rate is 6.3 percent. By air, Shawnee and the Kansas City metropolitan area are perfectly located: halfway to either coast—about a 3½-hour flight to New York City or L.A. • Shawnee is 15–30 minutes from three airports: KC International (30 minutes), Johnson County Executive Airport (25 minutes), New Century AirCenter (15 minutes). • Shawnee has excellent highway access: adjacent to I-35 and I-435 and K-7 with connections to I-70, US-69 and K-10, which means transportation costs are lower. • Shawnee’s central time zone allows for more daily business hours with the entire country.

Total value: $143 million

MAJOR PRIVATE SECTOR EMPLOYERS 500+ Employees TriRX Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing FedEx Ground – Parcel distribution center Waste Management of Kansas City – Waste management and recycling 100–499 Employees Koller Products, LLC – Plastic injection molding manufacturer Amazon – Online Retailer Kraft Tool Co. – Professional tools manufacturer McLane Food Service – Food products distributor Nazdar Industries – Ink manufacturer PBI/Gordon Corp. – professional turf and ornamental management industry PowerSchool – Talent management solutions SKC Communications Products – Communications solutions ServiceMaster DSI – Disaster restoration services

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Quality of Life AN EXCEPTIONAL

Quality of life for people in Shawnee means enjoying a welcoming community with big-city amenities. Top-rated schools, a growing economy, low cost of living, and a wide variety of recreation options are just a few good reasons to grow your business and family in Shawnee, Kansas. City parks feature more than 563 acres for outdoor recreation, and Shawnee Mission Park is a 1,600-acre multi-use park with a scenic lake for boating, fishing, sailing, and much more. Shawnee’s outstanding trail system offers walking, running, and biking options for residents of all ages. Downtown Shawnee has also expanded its offerings for residents and visitors alike! For new restaurants, diverse residential options, lots of events and more, head to the heart of the city for a night out a perfect day with the family.

Sixty16 Apartments in Downtown Shawnee

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47 SHAWNEE EDUCATION FACTS

Johnson County Community College www.jccc.edu 913.469.8500

USD 512 Shawnee Mission School District

JCCC’s Career and Technical Education Center

www.smsd.org 913.993.6200

Education SHAWNEE

Education is a major focus for both the City and the Chamber, and the two public school districts serving Shawnee are consistently ranked among the best in the country. In 2018, U.S. News & World Report named two high schools in USD 232 DeSoto and five high schools in the Shawnee Mission Public School District among the best high schools in America. Several higher education institutions are in Johnson County and metropolitan Kansas City, just minutes from Shawnee. Numerous colleges are less than an hour away including: • • • • • •

Kansas State University University of Kansas Benedictine College Baker University Ottawa University Rockhurst University

• • • • •

William Jewell College University of St. Mary University of Missouri-Kansas City MidAmerica Nazarene University Park University

Additionally, the Shawnee Chamber works directly with the integral resource to our community: Johnson County Community College. JCCC provides a number of different degree programs for students at affordable rates. They are also well known for their certificate and continuing education programs that offer top-notch training for many looking to build new employment skills and advance their working knowledge base. JCCC’s Continuing Education team also offers customized programs to local businesses for training of large groups of employees and will provide on-site programs at company offices if needed.

USD 232 De Soto School District www.usd232.org 913.667.6200

Composite ACT Score USD 232: 23.5 USD 512: 23.6

Graduation Rates USD 232: 97.8% USD 512: 90%

Enrollment

JCCC: 13,800+ USD 232: 7,400+ USD 512: 27,500+

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DIRECTORY

Membership

ADVERTISER

Index Arvest Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Central Bank of the Midwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

City of Shawnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

FedEx Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Keller Williams - Lori Barngrover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Maple Hill Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Next Home - Gadwood Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

PBI/Gordon Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Shawnee Oral Surgery, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Sky Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

State Farm - John Wills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

The Cottages at Shawnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

The Sumrall Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Index

50 Accounting Services

Glazing Contractor

Ad Specialties and Awards

Golf Courses 55

Recreation 60

Animal Health Products

Government

55-56

Recreational Vehicle Park

Apartments 51

Healthcare 56

Rehabilitation – Therapy

Appraisals 51

Healthcare Services

Restaurant/Bar 60

Architects 51

Heating & Air

Restaurants

Assisted Living Facilities

Home Healthcare 56

Retail Shopping 61

Audio Visual 51

Home Inspections

Retirement Living 61

Auto Body Shops/Repair Service

Hospitals 56

Roofing & Gutters

51–52

Hotels 56

Salons 61

Barber 52

Ice Cream – Specialty

Sanitation 61

Brewery 52

Insurance

56–57

Self-Storage 61

Car Wash 52

IT Services/Consulting

Shipping & Packaging

Caterers 52

Laboratory Equipment & Support 57

Signs & Banners

Chamber of Commerce

Land Surveyor 57

Specialized Seating

Child Care 52

Landscaping 57

Specialty Retail

Chiropractors 52

Legal Services 57

Technology Solutions

Churches 52

Libraries 57

Telecommunications

Civic Organizations

Liquor Stores – Retail

Tow Service 62

Concrete Services 52

Maintenance/Repairs & Remodels 57

Transportation 62

Construction –

Manufacturing

Travel & Insurance

Auto Sales/Rental

Asphalt/Paving/Concrete

57–58

Real Estate – Residential

59–60

60–61

61–62

Marketing Services

Urgent Care 62

Construction –

Mechanical Contracting

Utilities 62

General Contractors/Developers 52–53

Mortgage Lending

Veterinarians 62

Consulting Services

Museum 58

Video Production 62

Crematories 53

Natural Stone & Solid

Water & Fire Damage Restoration 62

Decorating 53

Surface Fabrication

Dentistry 53

Newspaper Publishing

Disability Services 53

Nursery/Lawn & Garden

Economic Development

Nursing Home 58

Education

53 53-54

Office Equipment/Supplies

Electrical Contracting

Ophthalmology 58

Electrical Wholesaler

Optometry 58

Employment Services

Organizations – Social Services 58–59

Engineering 54

Orthodontics 59

Entertainment 54

Personal Services & Care

Event/Conference Space

Pet Services 59

Event Planning Services

Photography 59

Financial Advisors – Investments

Plumbing 59

Financial Institutions

54–55

Printing & Marketing Services

Fitness Centers 55

Professional Associations

Funeral Homes 55

Publishing 59

Glass-Plate & Windows

Real Estate – Commercial

Wholesale 62

Membership Directory Accounting Services

Bridges & Yallaly CPAs, P.A. 10610 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 220 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-6581 www.by-cpas.com Fiser Group, P.A. 8760 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 438-2226 www.fisergroup.com Goering and Granatino, P.A. 84 Corporate Woods, 10801 Mastin Blvd., Suite 740 Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 396-6225 www.ggkccpa.com

Corporate Branding Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 745-5921 www.corbranding.com Regal Awards & Advertising Specialties 6370 College Blvd Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 451-5744 www.regalawards.com Russell-Hampton Co. 110 Leawood Drive New Century, KS 66031 (913) 254-0500 ussellhampton.com Animal Health Products

Kirchner, Inc. 6342 Long Avenue Suite D Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-0012

TriRx Pharmaceutical Services 12707 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-2000 www.trirx.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apartments

Prime Accounting Solutions 10936 West 74th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 962-8297 www.primeaccounting.net

Carlyle Apartments 7530 Cody Street Shawnee, KS 66214 913-631-2100 www.Bhmanagement.com

SSC Advisors, Inc. 7225 Renner Road, Suite 110 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 491-4484 www.ssccpas.com

Hampton Woods Apartments 16955 West 68th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-4111 www.hamptonwoodsapartments.com

TaxesPlus, Inc 5931 Nieman Road Suite 200 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 432-3147 www.taxesplus.com

Lenox West Luxury Apartments 6701 Lackman Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 534-8842 www.lenoxwest.com

The KC Tax Factory Plus LLC 12460 West 62nd Terrace 2nd Floor, Suite A Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 231-2638 www.thekctaxfactory.com Yancey Tax Services 111 Oak Street Suite 103 Bonner Springs, KS 66012 (913) 205-3200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ad Specialties and Awards Avalon Specialties, Inc. 14248 W 157th St Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 403-6366 www.avalonspecialties.com

Nieman Square Apartments 11115 West 64th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-0064 www.athomeaptskc.com The Retreat of Shawnee 11128 West 76th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 827-0575 www.retreatofshawnee.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appraisals Mattes Appraisal Company, Inc. 5832 Flint Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-1030

Architects

Confluence 417 Delaware Kansas City , MO 64105 (816) 531-7227 www.thinkconfluence.com GBA 9801 Renner Boulevard, Suite 300 Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-0400 www.gbateam.com GLMV Architecture Inc 9229 Ward Parkway, #210 Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 444-4200 www.glmv.com Stantec Design Consulting 6800 College Boulevard, Suite 750 Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 905-3415 www.stantec.com Tevis Architectural Group PA 10820 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 599-3003 www.tevisarchitects.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assisted Living Facilities Anthem Memory Care Morningside Place 6921 West 81st Street Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 901-8500 morningsideplacemc.com Brookdale Rosehill 12802 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-7600 www.brookdale.com Brookdale Shawnee 11400 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-1500 www.brookdale.com The Cottages at Shawnee 13509 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-2956 cottagesatshawnee.com Golden Oaks Home 11701 West 60th Place Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 717-6257 www.goldenoakshome.com

51 Our Home Senior Care 5745 Rosehill Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 296-3136 www.ourhomeseniorcare.com The Piper Assisted Living and Memory Support 2300 North 113th Terrace Kansas City, KS 66109 (913) 400-7006 www.thepiperlife.com Reflection Living - Shawnee 7150-7170 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66227 (816) 588-3996 www.reflectionliving.com Audio Visual

Homedia Solutions 6445 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 708-2284 www.homediasolutions.com Auto Body Shops & Repair Service Burdolski Auto Werks 11114 West 60th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-6636 www.burdolski.com Christian Brothers Automotive 22240 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-1200 www.cbac.com Crash Champions Collision Repair 6502 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 441-0001 www.crashchampions.com Firestone Complete Auto Care 5535 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 382-3326 FirestoneCompleteAutoCare.com Parkway Auto Care 6615 Woodland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 422-7007 www.city-data.com/profiles/12174 Auto Sales/Rental

CarMax 6801 E Frontage Rd Merriam, KS 66204 (913) 384-6697 www.carmax.com

Membership Directory

52 Shawnee Mission Ford 11501 Shawnee Mission Parkway, P.O. Box 3179 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-0000 www.shawneemissionford.com Barber

Officially Chopped 12208 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 227-5980 Officiallychopped.com o rewery Brewery

Child Care

Primrose of Shawnee 22810 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 913-416-5801 www.primroseshawnee.com

Friends of Shawnee Town 11501 West 57th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-2360 www.shawneetown.org

Woodsonia KinderCare 5410 Woodsonia Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-7931 www.kindercare.com

Old Shawnee Days Society P.O. Box 3214 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 909-3251 www.oldshawneedays.org

Chiropractors

Pathlight Brewing 11200 W. 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 400-2615 www.pathlightbrewing.com

Hammond Chiropractic 10610 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 210 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-9500 www.hammondchiro.com

Servaes Brewing Company 10921 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 608-5220 www.servaesbrewco.com

New Hope Chiropractic 16314 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 766-0460 www.newhopechiropractickc.com

Transport Brewery 11113 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 766-6673 www.transportbrewery.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Car Wash

Swickard Chiropractic 17202 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-8300 www.mswickard.com

Olympic Car Wash 6401 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-7534 www.olympiccarwash.com Royal Shine Car Wash 13621 W. 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 400-3100 www.royalshinekc.com Caterers

Hopps Catering 9112 Cody Street Overland Park, KS 66214 (913) 563-5776 www.hoppscatering.com Kravin’ It KC Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 567-0300 www.kravinitkc.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chamber of Commerce Shawnee Chamber of Commerce 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-6545 www.shawneekschamber.com

Civic Organizations

Vita Chiropractic 5620 Antioch Road Merriam, KS 66202 (913) 308-3888 www.vitachiro.com Churches

Rotary Club of Shawnee 12709 West 123rd Court Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 424-5655 www.shawneerotary.org Rotary Club of Western Johnson County P.O. Box 861144 Shawnee, KS 66286 (913) 322-2866 www.westjocorotary.org Shawnee Sister City Committee 6614 Garnett Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 484-7094 Concrete Services

Epoxy Floors by Welch, LLC 6339 Woodstock Street Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 207-7196 www.epoxykc.com ConstructionAsphalt/Paving/Concrete

Apex Construction, Inc. 13315 West 91st Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 341-3688 www.apexconstructionkc.com ARC General Contracting 6205 Goddard Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 492-8008 www.arcgc.com Arise Homes, LLC 8666 West 96th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 339-9817 www.arise-homes.com BCCM Construction Group, Inc. 100 East 7th Street, Suite 201 Kansas City, MO 64106 (816) 301-2371 www.bccmconstruction.com Bratton Bros. Contracting, Inc. 6091 Woodland Road Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 422-7771 www.brattonbroscontracting.com Burns & McDonnell 9400 Ward Parkway Kansas City , MO 64114 (816) 822-3021 www.burnsmcd.com Centric 520 West Pennway Street, Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64108 (816) 389-8300 www.centric.build

Community Life Church 6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 485-6991 www.communitylifechurch.com

Holliday Sand & Gravel Co. 9660 Legler Road Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-5920 www.hollidaysand.com

Complete Construction Service 5919 Barton Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 387-4796 www.ccsconstructionservice.com

Shawnee Church of the Nazarene 5539 Quivira Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-5555 www.shawneenaz.org

Max Rieke & Brothers, Inc. 15400 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-7111 www.maxrieke.com

St. Joseph Church 5901 Flint Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5983 www.stjoeshawnee.org

McAnany Construction, Inc. 15320 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-5440 www.mcananyconstruction.com

Complete Property Solutions Corp. 7700 Wedd Street, #1200 Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 890-3536 www.cps-kc.com

Trinity Lutheran Church and Preschool 21320 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 432-5441 www.tlcms.org

Construction-General Contractors/Developers

A.L. Huber, Inc. 10770 El Monte Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 341-4880 www.alhuber.com

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc 140 Walnut Street Kansas City, MO 64106 (816) 221-3500 www.emerysapp.com Feyerherm Construction, Inc. 7601 Allman Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 962-5335 www.feyerherm.net

Membership Directory

GE Johnson 8711 Penrose Lane Suite 300 Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 340-8299 www.gejohnson.com

Reliance Construction 23760 West 82nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 220-2004 www.reliancekc.com

Senior Care Authority 9418 West 111th Terrace Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 359-8580 www.seniorcare-northernkcarea.com

Jenkins Dentistry for Kids 6810 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 745-2500 www.jenkinsdentistryforkids.com

Gorilla Exteriors Contracting LLC 111 Oak Street, Suite 201 Bonner Springs, KS 66012 (913) 257-3888 www.gorillaexteriors.com

Shack Built, LLC 15615-A South Keeler Terrace Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 603-9903 www.shackbuilt.com

ZenBusiness 702 San Antonio Street Austin, TX 78701 (512) 814-6420 www.zenbusiness.com/kansas-llc

Kiene Dental Group 10840 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5622 www.kienedental.com

Harmon Construction, Inc. 18989 West 158th Street Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 962-5888 www.harmonconst.com

Specht Construction 21500 West 71st Street Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 3030-1209 www.specht-construction.com

Crematories

JE Dunn Construction 1001 Locust Street Kansas City, MO 64106 (816) 474-8600 www.jedunn.com

Straub Construction Co., Inc. 7775 Meadow View Drive Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 451-8828 www.straubconstruction.com

Kelly Construction Group 4021 East 143rd Street Grandview, MO 64030 (816) 621-7600 www.buildkelly.com

Turner Construction Company 1220 Washington Street, Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64105 (816) 283-0555 www.turnerconstruction.com

Kenneth Estates 4601 College Boulevard, Suite 221 Leawood, KS 66211 (913) 340-3962 www.kennethestates.com

Wallboard Specialties, Inc. 23759 West 81st Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 422-5023 www.wallboardspecialties.com

LeByrds Construction KS 66217 (913) 401-5936 McCownGordon Construction LLC 850 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64105 (816) 960-1111 www.mccowngordon.com MW Builders, Inc. 13725 West 109th Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 317-3725 www.mwbuilders.com Nabholz Corp. 17300 West 116th Street Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 236-2480 www.nabholz.com Neighbors Construction 15226 W. 87th Street Parkway Lenexa, KS 66219 913-422-5555 www.neighborsconstruction.com

Consulting Services

Awesome Talks 8028 Waverly Ave Kansas City, KS 66109 (913) 915-9251 www.CamFAwesome.com Bold Orange Egg 5067 Ward Parkway Kansas City, MO 64112 (913) 660-4011 www.boldorangeegg.com Bright & Carpenter Consulting, Inc. 825 South Kansas Avenue, Suite 502 Topeka, KS 66612 www.brightcarpenter.com The Halcyon Group 21311 West 51st Street Shawnee, KS 66218 (816) 718-3738 Navigator Group P.O. Box 3035 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 944-3115 www.navigatorgroupinc.com

Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory 10901 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5566 www.amosfamily.com Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory 8535 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 438-6444 www.porterfuneralhome.com Decorating

One Stop Decorating Center 12611 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0088 www.onestopdecorating.com Dentistry

Andrew S. Moore, DDS, PA 5367 Roberts Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-0007 www.andrewmooredds.com Burrow Family Dentistry, PA 15953 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 248-8200 www.burrowfamilydentistry.com Crown Town Dental 6302 Monrovia Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 341-6767 www.crowntowndental.com Dental Elements 11912 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 383-0440 www.dentalelementskc.com Greenhalgh Family Dental 5636 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-2400 www.greenhalghdental.com

Kremers, Forbes & Associates DDS 6852 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 721-6477 www.kremersforbes.com Martin Family Dentistry 6130 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-4373 www.drmartindds.com Shawnee Modern Dentistry 15834 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-0866 www.shawneemoderndentistry.com Shawnee Oral Surgery, LLC 6844 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-7868 www.gausdds.com Sweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 15933 W. 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 308-0533 www.sweettoothpdo.com Disability Services

Willow Tree Supports Inc. 23733 West 83rd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 353-1970 www.willowtreesupports.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Economic Development Shawnee Economic Development Council 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-6545 www.shawnee-edc.com Education

Central Baptist Theological Seminary 6601 Monticello Road Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 667-5700 www.cbts.edu

Membership Directory

Johnson County Community College 12345 College Blvd Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 469-8500 www.jccc.edu

KB Complete Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. 5621 Foxridge Drive Mission, KS 66202 (913) 722-6835 www.kbcomplete.com

Kansas Christian College 7401 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 722-0272 www.kansaschristian.edu

Mark One Electric Co., Inc. 1414 Genessee Kansas City, MO 64102 (816) 842-7023 www.markone.com

Maranatha Christian Academy 6826 Lackman Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-0637 www.mca-eagles.org

Metro Electric 7312 Martindale Road Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 544-7942 www.metroelectricllc.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrical Wholesaler

National Education Assoc. Shawnee Mission 11015 West 75th Terrace Overland Park, KS 66214 (913) 268-4005 www.neasm.or; www.knea.org Park University - Lenexa City Center Campus 17101 West 87th Street Parkway Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 888-0655 www.park.edu Primrose of Shawnee 22810 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 416-5801 www.primroseshawnee.com Shawnee Mission School District 8200 West 71st Street Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 (913) 993-6200 www.smsd.org Unified School District #232 35200 West 91st Street DeSoto, KS 66018 (913) 667-6200 www.usd232.org University of Kansas Edwards Campus 12600 Quivira Road Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 897-8400 www.edwardscampus.ku.edu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrical Contracting CityWide Electric 5911 Barton Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-1189 www.cweinc.net

Calkins Electric Supply Company, Inc. 5707 Nieman Road, P.O. Box 3498 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-6363 www.calkinselectric.com Employment Services

Alliance Workforce Inc. 11218 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 624-1500 www.allianceworkforce.com Express Employment Professionals 6431 Quivira Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 248-3259 www.expresspros.com Grafton Inc. 6801 West 121st Street Overland Park, KS 66209 (913) 498-0701 www.graftoncompanies.com IEE, Inc. 1516 Davis Avenue, Suite B Ottawa , KS 66067 (785) 248-6207 www.iee-inc.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engineering BHC RHODES 7101 College Blvd., Suite 400 Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 663-1900 www.ibhc.com GBA 9801 Renner Boulevard Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-0400 www.gbateam.com

Hoss & Brown Engineers 15902 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 362-9090 www.h-be.com

Edwards Jones - John Jacoby 6299 Nall Ave., Suite 205 Mission, KS 66202 (913) 722-0743 www.edwardjones.com/john-jacoby

McClure Engineering Company 1700 Swift Street, Suite 100 North Kansas City, MO 64116 (913) 888-7800 www.mecresults.com

Edward Jones - Kevin Makalous 7070 Renner Road, Suite 203 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-0012

Olsson, Inc. 7301 West 133rd Street, Suite 200 Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 381-1170 www.olsson.com

Edward Jones - Lance Burnside 10820 Shawnee Mission Parkway Suite 204 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 350-2380 www.edwardjones.com/lanceburnside

Solid Ground Engineering, LLC 12480 West 62nd Terrace, Suite 302 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 710-0901 www.solidgroundengineering.com Terracon Consultants, Inc. 15620 West 113th Street Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-7777 www.terracon.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entertainment Aztec Shawnee Theater 11119 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 207-4147 www.aztecshawnee.com B&B Theatres Shawnee 18 16301 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 954-4671 www.bbtheatres.com Event / Conference Space

Aztec Shawnee Theater 11119 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 207-4147 www.aztecshawnee.com University of Kansas Edwards Campus 12600 Quivira Road Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 897-8400 www.edwardscampus.ku.edu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Advisors-Investments Columbia Capital Management, LLC 6330 Lamar Avenue, Suite 200 Overland Park, KS 66202 (913) 248-8500 www.columbiacapital.com

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Edward Jones - Tim Deves 6339 Long Avenue, Suite B Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-1316 www.edwardjones.com Evans & Steele Financial 14810 East 42nd Street, Suite 150 Independence, MO 64055 (913) 710-8066 www.evansandsteelefinancial.com Fiser Group, P.A. 8760 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 438-2226 www.fisergroup.com Financial Institutions

Academy Bank 16100 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 634-4228 www.academybankmw.com Arvest Bank 6225 Lucille Lane Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 953-4230 www.arvest.com Bank of Blue Valley 11935 Riley Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 338-1000 www.bankbv.com Bank of Blue Valley 5520 Hedge Lane Terrace Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-3500 www.bankbv.com BMO Harris Bank 6333 Long Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-9144 www.bmoharris.com

Membership Directory BMO Harris Bank 21900 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-7900 www.bmoharris.com

CoreFirst Bank & Trust 7430 Switzer Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-7001 www.cbtks.com

TriCentury Bank 33485 Lexington Avenue DeSoto, KS 66018 (913) 583-3222 www.tricentury.bank

BMO Harris Bank 7225 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 962-1400 www.bmoharris.com

Country Club Bank 21911 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (816) 751-4232 www.countryclubbank.com

UMB Bank 22320 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 967-6555 www.umb.com

Capitol Federal Savings Bank 22400 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 652-2550 www.capfed.com

First Business Bank 11300 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Suite 100 Leawood , KS 66211 (913) 681-2223 www.firstbusiness.com

U.S. Bank 15610 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 248-2850 www.usbank.com

Capitol Federal Savings Bank 5700 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 652-2309 www.capfed.com Central Bank of the Midwest 6114 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 791-9288 www.centralbankmidwest.net Central Bank of the Midwest 15100 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 791-9212 www.centralbankmidwest.net Commerce Bank 13501 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (816) 234-7349 www.commercebank.com Commerce Bank 21800 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (816) 234-2300 www.commercebank.com Commerce Bank 11000 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (816) 234-7014 www.commercebank.com Community America Credit Union 16110 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 248-6305 www.communityamerica.com Community First Bank 10314 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 551-8075 www.cfbkc.com

First National Bank 6301 Pflumm Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 266-7300 www.fnbo.com Great Western Bank 10610 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-3300 www.greatwesternbank.com INTRUST Bank, N.A. 4000 Somerset Drive Prairie Village, KS 66208 (913) 385-8200 www.intrustbank.com INTRUST Bank, N.A. 19501 West 65th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 385-8301 www.intrustbank.com Mutual Savings Association 100 South 4th Street Leavenworth, KS 66048 (913) 758-4476 www.msa.bank Security Bank of Kansas City 5201 Johnson Drive Mission, KS 66205 (913) 831-2400 www.securitybankkc.com Security Bank of Kansas City 15110 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 236-3294 www.securitybankkc.com Security Bank of Kansas City 7500 West 95th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 652-4866

Fitness Centers

9Round – Shawnee Mission Parkway 13217 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 730-8681 www.9round.com 9Round – West 66th 22350 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 743-6065 www.9round.com Bonner Springs Family YMCA 2251 South 138th Street Bonner Springs, KS 66012 (913) 422-9348 www.kansascityymca.org EverFit 16200 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 258-8060 www.everfitkc.com Nallia School of Dance, Inc. 15331 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-4403 www.nalliaschoolofdance.com Orangetheory Fitness Shawnee 11900 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 717-5999 www.shawnee. orangetheoryfitness.com

55 Snap Fitness 24-7 5437 Roberts Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-9496 www.snapfitness.com/shawnee Funeral Homes

Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory 10901 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5566 www.amosfamily.com Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory 8535 Monrovia Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 438-6444 www.porterfuneralhome.com Maple Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery 3300 Shawnee Drive Kansas City, KS 66106 (913) 831-3345 www.maplehillfuneralhome.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass-Plate & Windows Binswanger Glass 6219 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-0660 www.binswangerglass.com Glazing Contractor

Lawrence Glass & Mirror, Inc. 12215 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-5533 www.lawrenceglass.net Golf Courses

Lake Quivira Country Club 100 Crescent Blvd. Lake Quivira, KS 66217 (913) 631-7707 www.lakequivira.org Shawnee Golf & Country Club 6404 Hedge Lane Terrace Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-8357 www.shawneegolfcc.com Government

Pinnacle Gymnastics 7703 Meadow View Drive Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 422-0161 www.pinngym.com

City of Shawnee 11110 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-2500 www.cityofshawnee.org

Planet Fitness 13320 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 248-2883 www.planetfitness.com/gyms/ shawnee-ks-1265

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office 588 East Santa Fe Street, Suite 2000 Olathe, KS 66061 (913) 715-5280 www.jocosheriff.org

Membership Directory

56 Shawnee Civic Centre 13817 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913)631-5200 www.cityofshawnee.org

Professional Hearing Center 6815 East Frontage Road Merriam, KS 66204 (913) 721-3387 www.professionalhearingkc.com

Shawnee Fire Department 6501 Quivira Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-1080 www.cityofshawnee.org

Shawnee Gardens Healthcare and Rehabilitation CenterRecover Care 6416 Long Avenue Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-2146 www.recover-care.com

Shawnee Police Department 5850 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-2155 www.cityofshawnee.org Healthcare

AdventHealth Lenexa 23401 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 (913) 676-8500 www.adventhealthkc.com AdventHealth Medical Health Primary Care at Shawnee Crossings 6815 Hilltop Road, Suite 100 Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 632-9600 www.adventhealthkc.com AdventHealth Shawnee Mission 9100 West 74th Street Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 (913) 676-2000 www.adventhealthkc.com Advice & Aid Pregnancy Centers, Inc. 11644 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 962-0200 www.adviceandaid.com Cherub Medical Supply 11217 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 227-0440 www.cherubmedical.com Neuro RehabCare 13021 W 55th St Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 333-2325 www.neurorc.com Overland Park Regional ER Shawnee 10310 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 227-8400 www.hcamidwest.com Overland Park Regional Medical Center 10500 Quivira Road Overland Park, KS 66215 (913) 541-5000 www.oprmc.com

Spira Care Shawnee 10824 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 297-7476 www.spiracare.com Healthcare Services

KBN Diagnostics 6345 Long Avenue, Suite 101 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 914-1404 www.kbndiagnostics.com Heating & Air

Air Care Heating & Cooling 10332 West 79th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 362-5274 www.aircarekc.com EnviroTech Heating & Cooling 11003 West 59th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-6700 www.envirotechks.com KB Complete Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. 5621 Foxridge Drive Mission, KS 66202 (913) 722-6835 www.kbcomplete.com Top Notch Heating and Cooling 23754 West 82nd Terrace Lenexa, KS 66227 (913) 484-2032 www.topnotch-kc.com Home Healthcare

Heart of America Home Health Care 8115 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 250 Shawnee, KS 66202 (913) 645-1141 www.hoahhc.com

Home Inspections

Varsity Home Inspections 12709 West 123rd Court Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 671-9161 varsityhomeinspections.com Hospitals

AdventHealth - Shawnee Mission 9100 West 74th Street Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 (913) 676-2000 www.adventhealthkc.com Overland Park Regional Medical Center 10500 Quivira Road Overland Park, KS 66215 (913) 541-5000 www.oprmc.com Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City-Shawnee 17250 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-8800 www.marriott.com/mcism Hampton Inn-Shawnee 16555 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 248-1900 www.hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Shawnee - Kansas City West 17346 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 400-2509 holidayinnexpressshawneeks.com Sheraton Overland Park Hotel 6100 College Blvd. Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 234-2100 www.sheraton.com/overlandpark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ice Cream-Specialty Andy’s Frozen Custard 10816 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 444-6909 www.eatandys.com Insurance

American Family Insurance - Brad Henry Agency 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-3000 www.bradhenryagency.com

American Family Insurance Brad Henry Agency-Lenexa 12715 West 87th Street, Suite 102 Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 268-3000 www.bradhenryagency.com American Family Insurance Bryan Rapp Agency 22107 West 83rd Street Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 441-7800 www.bryanrappagency.com American Family Insurance Kyle Zeller Agency 17206 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 962-1410 www.kylezeller.com American Family Insurance Michelle Hereford Agency 8160 Parallel Parkway, Suite 102 Kansas City, KS 66112 (913) 299-3000 www.michelleherrfordagency.com American Family Insurance Michelle Underwood Agency 21628 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 317-9200 michelleunderwoodagency.com American Family Insurance Williamson & Associates, Inc. 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 541-1400 www.jenniferwilliamsonagency.com American Family Insurance - Williamson & Associates Overland Park 7900 Marty Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 381-9000 www.jenniferwilliamsonagency.com Bob Garrett Insurance Agency 5703 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-8269 Brad Williams - Shelter Insurance 6632 Monticello Road Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-2555 www.shelterinsurance.com/ bradwilliams Commercial & Personal Insurance Agency 11503 West 75th Street, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 906-9511 www.cnpins.com

Membership Directory Fiser Group, P.A. 8760 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 438-2226 www.fisergroup.com Insurance, Inc. 11211 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-5000 www.insuranceinckc.com McInnes Group, Inc. 3500 West 75th Street, Suite 200 Prairie Village, KS 66208 (913) 831-0999 www.mcinnesgroup.com State Farm Insurance - Dave Tebbe 11654 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 631-3400 www.davetebbe.net State Farm Insurance Erin Barrett, CLU 13139 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 648-1100 www.insurewitherin.com State Farm Insurance - Jeff Zigmant 9460 Renner Blvd. Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 859-9480 www.getzig.com State Farm Insurance - John Wills 6339 Long Avenue Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-9007 www.jwills.net State Farm Insurance - Mark Elling 6011 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-9006 www.markelling.com State Farm Insurance Nick Reed Agency 21632 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 422-0123 www.nickreedagency.com The Sumrall Group Co. 6100 Nieman Road, Suite 103 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 748-2472 www.agents.allstate.com/kurtsumrall-shawnee-ks.html Yancey Insurance Services 17371 West 94th Terrace, Suite 1102 Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 205-3200

IT Services/Consulting

High Touch Technologies 8450 Nieman Road Lenexa, KS 66214 (913) 384-9677 Smart Pro Technologies, LLC 23724 West 83rd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 228-1334 www.smartprokc.com Smarter Consulting 17707 West 86th Street Lenexa, KS 66219 (9132) 562-1310 www.smarter-consulting.com Laboratory Equipment & Support

KCAS Bioanalytical & Biomaker Services 12400 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 248-3094 www.kcasbio.com Land Surveyor

Renaissance Infrastructure Consulting, Inc. 5015 Northwest Canal Street, Suite 100 Riverside, MO 64150 (816) 800-0950 www.ric-consult.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Landscaping Hermes Landscaping, Inc. 20000 West 47th Street Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 888-2400 www.hermeslandscaping.com Legal Services

Bennett Bodine & Waters, P.A. 11125 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 948-7900 www.bbw-law.com Evans & Mullinix, PA 7225 Renner Road, Suite 200 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 962-8700 www.emlawkc.com KS Estate & Elder Law, LLC. 11212 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 385-0600 www.estatelawks.com

Kutak Rock LLP 2300 Main Street, Suite 800 Kansas City, MO 64108 (816) 960-0090 www.kutakrock.com Lathrop GPM 10851 Mastin Blvd., Suite 1000 Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 451-5100 www.lathropgage.com Polsinelli PC 6201 College Blvd, Suite 500 Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 451-8788 www.polsinelli.com Rainey & Rainey 13851 West 63rd Street, Suite 161 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-8800 Libraries

Johnson County Library/Central Resource Library 9875 West 87th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 826-4713 Johnson County Library/ Monticello Library 22435 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 www.jocolibrary.org Johnson County Library/ Shawnee Library 13811 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 826-4600 www.jocolibrary.org Liquor Stores-Retail

Merigold Retail Liquor 5907 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-3122 Stanley Station Wine & Spirits 13231 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 831-8380 www.stanleystationliquor.com Maintenance/Repairs & Remodels

ACS Smart Buildings/Automated Control Services 5251 West 116th Place, Suite 200 Leawood, KS 66211 (913) 248-8828 acssmartbuildings.com

57 Manufacturing

Engineered Air 32050 West 83rd Street De Soto, KS 66018 (913) 583-3181 www.engineeredair.com Entrematic 4174 Powell Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (785) 330-7902 www.amarr.com The Garland Company 7642 Forest Park Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 927-5335 www.garlandco.com Hans Rudolph Inc. 8325 Cole Parkway Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 422-7788 www.rudolphkc.com JEM International Inc. 6873 Martindale Road Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 441-4788 www.jembaggingscales.com Koller Products, LLC 19919 Shawnee MIssion Parkway Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 422-2027 www.kollerproducts.com Kraft Tool Company 8325 Hedge Lane Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 422-4848 www.krafttool.com Nephro-Tech, Inc. 6425 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (800) 879-4755 www.nephrotech.com PBI/Gordon Corporation 22701 West 68th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66226 (816) 421-4070 www.pbigordon.com Schier Products 9500 Woodend Road Edwardsville, KS 66111 (913) 951-3300 schierproducts.com Shawnee Steel & Welding 6124 Merriam Drive Merriam, KS 66203 (913) 432-8046 www.shawnee-steel.com

Membership Directory

58 Simmons Company 7910 Hedge Lane Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 422-8000 www.sertasimmons.com Superior Products International II, Inc. 10835 West 78th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 962-4848 www.spicoatings.com TonerCycle/InkCycle 10601 West 79th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (800) 736-8877 www.inkcycle.com Xsis Electronics, Inc. 12620 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0448 www.xsis.com ZuPreem 10504 West 79th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 982-0865 www.zupreem.com Marketing Services

Andrés Rivas-Cruz Design 3533 Wyandotte Kansas City, MO 64111 (316) 258-7003 www.arivascruz.com Bell Public Relations 5127 Ballentine Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 787-5512 www.bellpr.org N2 Publishing (913) 717-5975 Venice Communications, Inc. Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-0606 www.vencommcom Mechanical Contracting

Blue Hat Crane 240 South 65th Street Kansas City, KS 66111 (913) 314-8796 www.bluehatcrane.com Mortgage Lending

Guaranteed Rate 4550 West 109th Street Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 207-0713 www.applywithmaryhelen.com

Museum

Optometry

Shawnee Town 1929 11501 West 57th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-2360 www.shawneetown.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Natural Stone & Solid Surface Fabrication

Brookside Optical 11966 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-6800 www.brooksideoptical.com

Sash Group, LLC 12113 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 549-4213 www.sashkc.com Surface Center Interiors, LLC 12800 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 422-0500 www.sci-surfaces.com Newspaper Publishing

Kansas City Star 1601 McGee Street Kansas City, MO 64108 (816) 234-4440 www.kansascity.com Nursery/Lawn & Garden

Family Tree Nursery 7036 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-6121 www.familytreenursery.com Nursing Home

Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehab 9700 West 62nd Street Merriam, KS 66203 (913) 384-0800 www.merriamgardenshrc.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Equipment/Supplies Office Products Alliance 2015 Washington Street Kansas City, MO 64108 (816) 777-2810 www.officeproductsalliance.com Ophthalmology

Thompson Eye Clinic 11005 West 60th Street, Suite 210 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-7700 www.thompsoneye.com

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Highpoint Family Vision 5433 Roberts Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-5200 www.highpointfamilyvision.com Holt Optometry 6435 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-6959 www.holtoptometry.com InFocus Family Eyecare 12129 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 808-2020 infocuseyecarekc.com Vision Care Associates, LLC 22414 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-3937 www.shawneevca.com Wineinger Eye Care, P.A. 7505 Quivira Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0090 www.eyesofkc.org Organizations Social Services

411 Impact 7329 Halsey Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 449-6633 www.411impact.us BioKansas 15100 West 67th Street, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 428-9699 www.biokansas.org Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas 9720 West 87th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 433-2100 www.catholiccharitiesks.org Community Blood Center 4040 Main Kansas City, MO 64111 (877) 468-6844 www.savealifenow.org Hillcrest Transitional Housing 738 N. 31st St. Kansas City, KS 66102 (913) 400-2573 www.hillcresttransitionalhousing.org

Johnson County Christmas Bureau 9503 Johnson Drive Merriam, KS 66203 (913) 341-4342 www.jccb.org KVC Kansas 21344 West 153rd Street Olathe, KS 66061 (913) 499-8100 www.kvc.org Mercy & Truth Medical Missions 11644 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 248-9965 www.mercyandtruth.com Moneytalk Financial Foundations, Inc 5202 Round Prairie Street Shawnee, KS 66286 (913) 538-1465 www.moneytalkff.org Rebuilding Together Shawnee 10914 Johnon Drive, Rear Building Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 248-2802 www.rebuildingtogethershawnee.org Reclamation Clubhouse Pathway To Hope 7101 Quivira Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 356-9899 www.pathwaytohope.org Safehome, Inc. P.O. Box 4563 Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 432-9300 www.safehome-ks.org Shawnee Community Services 11110 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-7746 www.scsks.org Special Olympics Kansas 5280 Foxridge Drive Mission, KS 66202 (913) 236-9290 www.ksso.org Sunflower House 15440 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-5800 www.sunflowerhouse.org Valley Hope Association 10114 W. 105th St Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 432-4037 www.valleyhope.org

Membership Directory Willow Tree Supports Inc. 23733 West 83rd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 353-1970 www.willowtreesupports.com Orthodontics

Bulleigh Orthodontics 6804 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-7321 www.bulleighortho.com Personal Services & Care

Molly Maid of Central Johnson County 6495 Quivira Road, Suite D Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 221-0770 www.mollymaid.com The Shopping Concierge Shawnee, KS (912) 745-7055 www.delivergroceries2me.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pet Services Amos Family Pet Companion Crematory 10913 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5566 www.amospets.com Broadmore Kennels 20614 West 47th Street Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 441-5026 www.broadmorekennels.com Keep it Simple Stupid (K.I.S.S.) Dog Training 11510 West 70th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 269-7595 www.kissdogtraining.com Twin Mill Farm 19109 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 708-4849 www.twinmillfarm.com Photography

DRONETEGRITY LLC 5719 Meadowlark Dr Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 205-0611 www.dronetegrity.com Trend Portrait 12103 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 258-5354 www.trendportrait.com

Plumbing

KB Complete Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. 5621 Foxridge Drive Mission, KS 66202 (913) 722-6835 www.kbcomplete.com Lutz Plumbing 21961 West 83rd Street Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 888-9500 www.lutzplumbing.com Printing & Marketing Services

Almar Printing 7735 Wornall Road Kansas City, MO 64114 (816) 523-4566 www.almarprinting.com Moss Printing 5406 Johnson Drive Mission, KS 66205 (913) 362-9292 www.mossprinting.com Service Printing and Graphics, Inc. 1146 Harrison Street Kansas City, MO 64106 (816) 842-9068 Shawnee Copy Center 12211 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-4343 www.sccink.com TonerCycle/InkCycle 10601 West 79th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (800) 736-8877 www.inkcycle.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Professional Associations ACA Business Club - Shawnee 6840 W. 105th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 (913) 244-5160 www.acanetwork.org Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs 11520 West 119th Street Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 339-9356 www.acbsp.org Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City 600 East 103rd Street Kansas City, MO 64131 (816) 942-8800 www.kchba.org

One Eleven - Coworking Space 111 Oak Street Bonner Springs, KS 66012 www.officeonoak.com Publishing

Sunflower Publishing 1035 N. Third St., Suite 101-B Lawrence, KS 66044 (785) 274-4401 www.sunflowerpub.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Real Estate-Commercial

59 Parkway Real Estate 6333 Long, Suite 301 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-8700 www.parkway-realestate.com Price Brothers Management Co 12721 Metcalf Avenue, Suite 200 Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 955-2222 Shawnee Holdings, LLC 22712 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 908-5051

Beaumont Commercial Services 12345 West 95th Street, Suite 200 Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 894-8100 www.beaumontcommercial.com

SSB Properties, LLC 11101 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 962-0600

Block Real Estate - Don Maddux 13864 West 57th Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (816) 217-7290 www.blockllc.com

Varnum, Armstrong & Deeter, LLC 11837 College Blvd. Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 491-8900 www.vadllc.com

Box Real Estate Development (913) 735-9861 www.boxdevco.com Christie Development Associates, LLC 7387 West 162nd Street, Suite 200 Stillwell, KS 66085 (913) 649-4500 www.christiedev.com Clemons Real Estate 1 East Armour Boulevard Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 774-4250 www.clemonslife.com Curry Real Estate Services 2700 Kendallwood Parkway, Suite 208 Gladstone, MO 64119 (816) 414-5200 www.curryre.com The Land Source 7021 Johnson Dr Mission, KS 66202 (913) 562-5622 www.thelandsource.com Mission Peak Capital 1908 Main Street Kansas City , MO 64108 (816) 994-6600 www.missionpeakcapital.com Newmark Grubb Zimmer P.O. Box 411299 Kansas City, MO 64141 (816) 474-2000 www.ngzimmer.com

The Vaught Group, LLC 5718 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 299-4400 www.vaughtgroup.com Zarda/Rieke Development Corp. 22712 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 908-5051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Real Estate-Residential Coldwell Banker Regan Real Estate 11800 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-2900 www.coldwellbankerregan.com Keller Williams Legacy Partners, Inc. 21648 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 825-2100 www.kwlegacypartners. yourkwoffice.com Keller Williams Realty Partners Lori Barngrover 18416 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 522-7356 www.loribarngrover.com NextHome Gadwood Group 12430 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 206-4228 www.gadwoodgroup.com

Membership Directory

60 ReeceNichols - The Collyard Group 7070 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 307-4024 www.collyardgroup. reeceandnichols.com ReeceNichols Real Estate - Bob & Leigh Anne Thomas 485 Terrace Trail East Lake Quivira, KS 66217 (913) 961-6888 www.thethomasteam.com Recreation

Shawnee Gardens Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Recover Care 6416 Long Avenue Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-2146 www.recover-care.com Specialists in Sports and Orthopedic Rehabilitation 22342 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 728-6166 www.ssorkc.com Restaurant/Bar

Johnson County Park & Recreation District 7900 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66219 (913) 438-7275 www.jcprd.com

Barley’s Kitchen + Tap 16649 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-5160 www.barleyskitchenandtap.com

Little Monkey Bizness 12219 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-7000 www.shawneemission. monkeybizness.com

Johnny’s Tavern Shawnee 13131 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-5777 www.johnnystavern.com

Perfect Game Midwest 21967 West 83rd Street Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 543-6116 wwwperfectgamemidwest.org

Nick & Jake’s Shawnee 22220 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 914-8535 www.nickandjakes.com

Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball 19800 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 422-4070 www.smbv.com

The Other Place Shawnee 22730 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-0094 www.theotherplace.com

Sky Zone 6495 Quivira Road, Suite A Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 213-5900 www.skyzone.com/kansascity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreational Vehicle Park

Tanner’s Bar & Grill 22374 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 745-8100 www.tannersbarandgrill.com

Walnut Grove RV Park 10218 Johnson Drive Merriam, KS 66203 (913) 262-3023 www.walnutgroverv.com

America’s Incredible Pizza Company 13110 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 278-0351 www.incrediblepizza.com Big Bam’s Burgers

Rehabilitation - Therapy

SERC Physical & Hand Therapy 13847 West 63rd Street, Suite 2 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-7774 www.serctherapy.com Sharon Lane Health and Rehabilitation 10315 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-8200 www.sharonlane.com

Restaurants

Blind Box BBQ 13214 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-4227 www.blindboxbbq.com Dairy Queen 22520 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 543-6009 www.fnfdq.com

Eggtc. 7182 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-4400 www.eggtc-kc.com Firehouse Subs 6415 Quivira Road Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0033 www.firehousesubs.com Hawaiian Bros. 11600 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 342-2861 www.hawaiianbros.com Hayward’s Pit Bar-B-Que 10901 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 451-8080 www.haywardspitbarbque.com

McDonald’s 11801 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-1444 McLain’s Market Shawnee 5833 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 215-9288 www.mclainskc.com Minsky’s Pizza 7198 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-0059 www.minskys.com Oishi Japanese Cuisine & Bar 12220 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-3888 www.oishisushiks.com

Hereford House Shawnee 17244 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-8000 www.herefordhouse.com

Old Shawnee Pizza & Italian Kitchen 6000 Rogers Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 631-5716 www.shawneepizza.com

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 11110 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 268-4603 www.jimmyjohns.com

Paulo & Bill Restaurant 16501 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 962-9900 www.pauloandbill.com

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 12106 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 948-6515 www.jimmyjohns.com

Pegah’s East 11005 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 962-6700 www.pegahs.com

Jose Pepper’s Border Grill & Cantina 16605 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 631-1011 www.josepeppers.com

Pegah’s West 5354 Roberts Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-3600 www.pegahs.com

Margarita’s West 7890 Quivira Road Lenexa, KS 66216 (913) 631-5553 www.margaritasamigos.com

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers 10704 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-4535 www.raisingcanes.com

McAlister’s Deli 11330 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-3354 www.mcalistersdeli.com

Sancho Street Side 11101 Johnson Drive #110 Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 251-6814 www.sanchostreetside.com

McDonald’s 22315 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 667-3504 www.kansasmcdonalds.com

Sarpino’s Pizzeria 6232 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 213-5300 www.gosarpinos.com/Shawnee

Membership MembershipDirectory Directory Seafood Island 10810 West 75th Street Shawnee, KS 66214 (913) 270-9999 www.seafoodislandks.com

Walmart Supercenter 16100 West 65th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-3468 www.walmart.com

Choppers Hair Studio 5813 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 962-2467 www.choppershairstudio.com

Smoothie King - Shawnee 12106-B Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-5464 www.smoothieking.com

Westlake ACE Hardware 12230 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-9005 www.westlakehardware.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Retirement Living

Nails Mirage 5432 Roberts Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 422-4471

Sombrero’s Mexican Cantina 22702 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-6700 www.sombreroskc.com Sonic Drive-In of Shawnee 13601 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0040 Wandering Vine 12401 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 379-1300 www.wanderingvine.com Zarda Bar-B-Q and Catering 11931 West 87th Street Parkway Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 492-2330 www.zarda.com Retail Shopping

Aldi, Inc. 15105 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 768-1119 www.aldi.com City Thrift 11225 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (816) 607-6444 www.citythrift.org Cosentino’s Price Chopper 22210 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 749-1598 www.mypricechopper.com Hy-Vee Food Store 13550 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-2252 www.hy-vee.com Walmart 5701 Silverheel Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 535-5120 www.walmart.com

The Bonavia at Veterans Park 6100 Nieman, Ste 150B Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 602-8950 www.BonaviaAtVeteransPark.com Connect 55+ Shawnee 7200 Silverheel St Office Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 850-6417 www.connect55.com Lakeview Village 9000 Park St Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 888-1900 www.lakeviewvillage.org Village Cooperative of Shawnee 12830 Johnson Drive, #318 Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-0464 www.villagecooperative.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roofing and Gutters Gorilla Exteriors Contracting LLC 111 Oak Street, Suite 201 Bonner Springs, KS 66012 (913) 257-3888 www.gorillaexteriors.com Handlin Construction LLC 3000 South 74th Street Kansas City, KS 66106 (913) 707-8082 SHC Roofing, Inc. 23764 West 82nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 489-7890 www.shrcommercial.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salon Bella Dea Salon and Boutique 13209 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 808-5259 www.belladeasalonandboutique. weebly.com

Tomahawk Hairstyling 10920 West 74th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 999-4516 Urban Polish LLC 6634 Monticello Road Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 745-4779 Sanitation

KC Disposal 10011 Woodend Road Edwardsville, KS 66111 (816) 388-9739 www.kansascitydisposal.com Waste Management of Kansas City 2601 Midwest Drive Kansas City, KS 66111 (913) 631-3300 www.wm.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self Storage StorTropolis 20500 West 66th Terrace Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 441-7834 www.stortropolis.com Shipping & Packaging

61 SpeedPro Shawnee 8148 Monticello Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 441-7955 www.speedproshawnee.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specialized Seating Heartland Seating, Inc. 11222 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-0069 www.heartlandseating.com Specialty Retail

Annedore’s Fine Chocolates 11007 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 831-0302 www.annedores.com Batteries Plus Bulbs 15323 West 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 268-4646 www.batteriesplus.com Embellish Boutique 22414 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 745-5380 www.shopembellishboutique.com The Hemp Haus 1708 West 39th Street Kansas City, MO 64111 (816) 200-2902 www.hemphaus.com I Heart Local 10919 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66203 www.iheartlocalkc.com

The UPS Store 13851 West 63rd Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 962-7788 www.theupsstorelocal.com/4701

Naomi’s Hallmark Shawnee 12128 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-3940 www.hallmark.com

The UPS Store 22052 West 66th Street Monticello Village Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 441-2770 www.theupsstorelocal.com/5094 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Signs & Banners

Pink Charming Boutique South, LLC 22736 Midland Drive Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 283-7400 www.pinkcharmingkc.com

Prairie Fire Signs and Graphics 8160 Monticello Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 717-8299 www.kansassigncompany.com

The Red Thread LLC 11405 Johnson Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 (913) 908-2330 www.theredthreadllc.com Russell Stover Candies 10100 West 63rd Street Merriam, KS 66203 (913) 722-2175 www.russellstover.com

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62 Technology Solutions

SKC Communications 8320 Hedge Lane Terrace Shawnee, KS 66227 (800) 882-7779 www.skccom.com Telecommunications

AT&T 5400 Foxridge Drive, Suite 101 Mission, KS 66202 (913) 676-1519 www.att.com AT&T Mobility Retail Store 8801 Johnson Drive Merriam, KS 66202 (913) 498-2355 www.att.com Commworld of Kansas City 6200 Main Street Grandview, MO 64030 (816) 763-1100 www.commworld-kc.com Consolidated Communications 9701 Lackman Road Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 322-9655 www.consolidated.com PCS VoIP 1948 East Santa Fe, Suite A Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 981-1100 www.pcsvoip.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tow Service Santa Fe Tow 9125 Rosehill Road Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 894-5201 www.santafetowservice.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transportation FedEx Ground 8000 Cole Parkway Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 441-0009 www.fedex.com Nationwide Transportation and Logistics Services, Inc. 5940 Nieman Road Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 888-1685 www.nationwidetransportation.com Transportant, Inc 10820 West 64th Street, Suite 201 Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 535-6602 www.transportant.com

Travel & Insurance

Video Production

AAA Trave 15810 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite B Shawnee, KS 66217 (913) 248-1627 ext. 161 www.autoclubmo.aaa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Urgent Care

Patriot Features 10802 West 58th Street Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 568-2457 www.patriotfeatures.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water & Fire Damage Restoration

AdventHealth Centra Care Shawnee 11245 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 (913) 268-4455

Frontier Restoration LLC 2007 East Prairie Circle Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 800-4980 www.frontierrestorationkc.com

Physician Now Urgent Care 22334 West 66th Street Shawnee, KS 66226 (913) 825-0909 www.physiciannowonline.com Utilities

NCRI - National Catastrophe Restoration, Inc. 8065 Flint Lenexa, KS 66214 (913) 663-4111 www.ncricat.com

Atmos Energy 25090 West 100th Terrace Olathe, KS 66061 (913) 254-6344 www.atmosenergy.com

ServiceMaster DSI 8450 Cole Parkway Shawnee, KS 66227 (816) 763-6677 www.servicemasterdsi.com

Evergy 1200 Main Kansas City, MO 64105 (816) 471-5275 www.evergy.com

SERVPRO of Olathe/Lenexa, Blue Valley, Greater Shawnee/Merriam & Kansas City Midtown 15365 South Keeler Street Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 782-4693 www.servproolathelenexa.com

Johnson County Wastewater 11811 South Sunset Drive, Suite 2500 Olathe, KS 66061 (913) 715-8500 www.jcw.org Kansas Gas Service 2720 Second Avenue Leavenworth, KS 66048 (913) 758-2737 www.onegas.com WaterOne 10747 Renner Road Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 895-5500 www.waterone.org Veterinarians

Mill Creek Animal Hospital 13428 West 62nd Terrace Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 268-0900 www.millcreekah.com Sunflower Animal Hospital 6320 Monrovia Street Shawnee, KS 66216 (913) 631-3545 www.sunfloweranimalhospital.com

Wholesale

Warestar, Inc. 8345 Monticello Road Shawnee, KS 66227 (913) 888-7702 www.warestar.com

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