| As the gateway to Kansas City, Lee's Summit is the home to more than 15% of airmen who serve at Whiteman Air Force Base.
• The Chamber's Military Affairs Committee is preparing 25-50 welcome bags showcasing Lee's Summit businesses for airmen at Whiteman Air Force Base.
• Chamber members are invited to donate helpful items from their businesses like gift cards and coupons that can assist the airmen in becoming acquainted with the new area they will call home.
• Experience-focused items like tickets to events, cooking classes or other educational opportunities are appreciated.
Want to support another Chamber member business for your donation? Find the perfect fit in our directory.
Items can be dropped off at the Chamber office until Wednesday, April 30. We appreciate your consideration!
Interested in joining the Military Affairs Committee? A military background is not required.
For more information, contact Chamber President Matt Baird. |
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| Join us for the highly anticipated 2025 LS Chamber Golf Classic May 8 at the stunning Creekmoor Golf Club.
This exciting day (7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a 9 a.m. shotgun start) on the course will be packed with food, fun, and fantastic networking opportunities as local business leaders and community members come together to support a great cause.
Participants will enjoy delicious refreshments throughout the day with the chance to win amazing prizes in our raffle and contest prizes — featuring items donated by generous local businesses.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow golfers, enhance your network, and contribute to the growth and vitality of our community. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day on the green!
There are three ways to get involved!
- Donate Donate exciting items to our raffle and putting contests! We're looking for items you'd love to be awarded like gift cards, bourbon baskets, BBQ baskets, grills, sunglasses, electronics, getaways and experiences. Simply click this link to express interest in donating!
A few individual golfer spots remain. Click the button below to register! |
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A Closer Look at April Events |
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COMPLETED Legislative Day in Jefferson City Tuesday, April 1 |8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Missouri State Capitol Enjoy a full day in the Missouri State Capitol where members meet with legislators and state officials, tour the State Capitol and Supreme Court and network with other members. NEW TOUR ADDED: 1-hour History Tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary. |
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Ribbon Cutting: Prestige Hand & Physical Therapy, LLC Thursday, April 3 | 4-5 p.m. | 3730 NE Troon Dr. Learn more about the comprehensive range of specialized services for hand function offered at this new office. |
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Chamber Young Professionals Coffee Connect Friday, April 4 | 8-9:30 a.m. | The Fillmore Café Chamber Young Professionals (CYP) meet on a quarterly basis to network, make business connections and build community with other young leaders of the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce.
These meetings are held at 8 a.m. the first Fridays of January, April, August and December at The Fillmore Café in Unity Village. Stop by, grab your favorite pick-me-up or pastry and settle in to expand your network.
These meetings are free to attend and open to all Chamber members between the ages of 21-40.
If you are a Young Professional Chamber member or an employer who would like to add their employees onto the CYP mailing list to keep up with latest events and CYP news, please contact Staff Liaison Denise Elam at delam@lschamber.com.
Chamber Young Professionals is open to members between the ages of 21–40. Members develop and engage the next generation of leaders through professional and personal development, civic involvement, and community service. |
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New Member Orientation Tuesday, April 8 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.| 220 SE Main St. New members, representatives new to a member organization and those considering membership are invited to the Chamber office to discuss benefits of membership. This is an informal event where attendees are encouraged to ask questions, ensure their member account is accurate and meet the Chamber Staff.
Prospective new members may contact Lisa Frogge at 816-524-2424 X302 or email lfrogge@lschamber.com for reservations to attend. |
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Annual Golf Task Force Meeting Tuesday, April 8 |12-1 p.m. | Chamber Office Get involved on the green!
Help us plan our upcoming Chamber Golf Classic! |
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Recess For Success Tuesday, April 8 | 4-5:15 p.m. | Missouri Innovation Campus From Boots to Business Success…How Military Concepts Can Shape Business Success:
Resilience, Creative Problem Solving, Strategy, Leadership and Courage. Isaac MIller, owner of Prolific Health and Fitness, will highlight these five key concepts from the military that anyone can utilize to guarantee success in both your personal and professional life. He'll discuss how to apply these concepts to your business or job and help you identify what your true mission is.
Sponsor: Kansas City Cannabis |
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Chamber After Hours Networking Event Thursday, April 10 | 4:30- 6 p.m. | Gameday Men's Health Join us as we celebrate Gameday Men's Health’s 1st anniversary and a year of health, wellness, and transformation at the Chamber's After Hours, April 10 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Our theme, “FEEL GOOD, LOOK GOOD,” highlights Gameday's commitment to helping you achieve your best self, inside and out. What to Expect: Enjoy a healthy juice bar and a variety of nutritious snacks, plus wine, margaritas, and beer for a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Gameday is hosting two competitions (one for women and one for men), with prizes for the top 3 winners in each category—that’s 12 amazing gifts up for grabs!
Enter to win one of three Gameday gift baskets filled with wellness goodies.
Sign up for a complimentary consultation and lab check for TRT or weight loss during the event, and receive your first month of service FREE!
Come celebrate with us, enjoy some great company, and take advantage of exclusive event-only perks! We can’t wait to see you there!
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Ribbon Cutting: Gerber Collision Tuesday, April 15 |1-2 p.m. | 575 NW Blue Pkwy Celebrate this new Lee's Summit location's Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting!
Gerber Collision offers quality auto body repair services backed by a lifetime guarantee for as long as you own your vehicle, repairs all makes and models and provides free written estimates. |
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Ribbon Cutting: Golf Ranch Thursday, April 17| 4-5 p.m. | 1501 US-40 Celebrate Golf Ranch - where everyone from the novice to the pro can work on their swing, grab a beer and feel like they belong. The kind of place you'd want to hang out even if golf didn't exist.
NOTE: This is a combined Ribbon Cutting with the Blue Springs Chamber. |
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Chamber Before Hours Networking Event Tuesday, April 22 | 7:30-8:30 a.m. | 129 SE 3rd St. Join us for our monthly BEFORE HOURS, a networking event, on the 4th Tuesday of every month! This member event is a great way to make connections, develop lasting business relationships and create new opportunities; all while enjoying breakfast treats and morning beverages. Find out the latest on Chamber news and maybe even win a great door prize - don't forget your business cards!
This month we'll be chatting with Collins | Webb Architecture, an architectural firm dedicated to solving clients' challenges with space, time and money on projects of any scale. This event will take place at ProlificPT Health & Fitness.
Special thanks to Collins | Webb Architecture for sponsoring this event. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Annual Golf Task Force Meeting Tuesday, April 22| 12-1 p.m. | 220 SE Main St. Get involved on the green!
Help us plan our upcoming Chamber Golf Classic! |
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Fun Fridays Networking Event Friday, April 25| 8:30-10 a.m. | Bridge Space Engage in fun social interactions, games, and the chance to win prizes. Through interactive exercises, we'll encourage introductions and meaningful connections among all attendees. It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting bonds and make new connections. We're looking forward to having you with us! __ NOTE: This is a combined event with Presenting Sponsors Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce Driskill Business Development Group and Referral Madness. |
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Monthly Membership Luncheon: Workforce Development Friday, April 25 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | MCC-Longview Join us for an insightful Chamber Membership Luncheon focused on Workforce Development & Our Local High Schools. As our community continues to grow, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled and prepared workers is essential for the success of local businesses and industries.
This engaging luncheon will feature key speakers from education, business, and workforce development sectors who will discuss how our local high schools are equipping students with the skills, training, and career pathways needed to meet the demands of today's workforce. Learn about innovative programs, partnerships, and initiatives that are helping bridge the gap between education and employment.
Whether you're a business leader, educator, or community member, this event offers a valuable opportunity to network, gain insights, and explore ways to collaborate in shaping the future workforce. |
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Ribbon Cutting: Science of Mind Archives & Museum Friday, April 25| 3-4 p.m. | 100 Unity Circle South, Suite A You're invited to check out Science of Mind Archives & Museum's new home at Unity Village! Join them for a ribbon cutting and blessing ceremony. Please arrive early and follow the signs for parking. Light refreshments will be served. For more information on attending that evening's joyous gala, the entire weekend's events and/or about the organization as a whole, please visit www.scienceofmindarchives.com. |
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Ribbon Cutting: Polaris Insurance Solutions Tuesday, April 29 | 4-5 p.m. | 721 NE Lakewood Blvd. Celebrating a new location! Polaris Insurance Solutions is an independent broker of group and individual healthcare benefits. |
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Young Professionals Leadership Summit Wednesday, April 30 | 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Unity Village Atrium & Courtyard Are you ready to elevate your leadership skills and gain insights from industry experts? Join us at the Young Professionals Leadership Summit, a dynamic event designed to empower emerging leaders with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced world. This event is presented by Polaris Insurance Solutions.
This event will take place at Unity Village on Wednesday, April 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and a break for networking are included in the ticket price.
This engaging summit features six expert-led roundtable discussions, each focused on a key area of professional growth.
Special thanks to our lunch sponsor, A.B. May. |
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Click the box above to view the latest news from members including sales, coupons, announcements and so much more. |
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Click the box above to view the latest job postings from members. |
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| SereniTea Boutiquee & The Paperback Bakery
These two businesses are housed under the same roof at 500 SW 3rd Street, Suite A. Owners Angela Byer and Whitney Johnson have been friends for years. Their shared background in baking led them to this separate business venture — together. Angela is the tea expert, managing the boutique and offering loose teas, handmade craft items and custom essential oil blends. Whitney manages the Paperback Bakery, creating sweet treats for all to enjoy and lending out her prized book collection in the book nook at the center of the room. |
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| Apothecary Wines & Spirits
Now open in New Longview (400 SW Longview Blvd #190) they offer classic, local and rare vintages and libations. Apothecary owner Heather Thompson said she saw a need in the area for a liquor store and everything came full circle with this storefront. |
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| Attic Storage Woods Chapel
Attic Storage Woods Chapel is located at 4101 NE Port Drive, Lee's Summit, MO. This multi-story facility is conveniently located between Lake Jacomo and Lakewood Lakes, next to Lee's Summit water tower at I-470 and Woods Chapel. They provide optimal storage solutions for residents and businesses with top-notch amenities. All units are climate controlled and the large pull-in loading bay makes loading and unloading a breeze, keeping you out of the weather. |
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Welcome New Members March 1-31 |
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| Abbott Athletics jeff@monicaabbott.com (816) 305-7052 www.monicaabbott.com PO Box 7044
Custom Lawn & Landscape, Inc. service@customlawn.com (913) 782-8315 www.customlawn.com 15204 S. Keeler St.
DCG (Dynamic Consultants Group) dcannon@dynamicconsultantsgroup.com (844) 567-2590 dynamicconsultantsgroup.com 5901 NW 63rd Terr, Ste190
EDC Partners, Inc. sgd@edcpartners.com (816) 520-8995 www.edcpartners.com PO Box 22737
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| Gerber Collision & Glass leessummitmo@gerbercollision.com (816) 927-2390 www.gerbercollision.com/contact/lees-summit-mo 575 NW Blue Pkwy
Hallmark Homecare tkincheloe@hallmarkhomecare.com (816) 631-0633 hallmarkhomecare.com/hhc-172 210 SW Market Street
Hope Center, Inc. celial@hopecenterkc.org (816) 932-6290 hopecenterkc.org 2800 East Linwood Blvd.
KB Complete gabriella.klenklen@abmay.com (816) 669-6851 5621 Foxridge Drive
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| Micaela Cusimano Commercial Loans/Main Street CU Mcusimano@mainstreetcu.org (816) 888-9672 515 Broadway St
ProSource Wholesale of Lee's Summit tyler.shaffer@prosourcekc.com (816) 524-8998 www.prosourcewholesale.com/showrooms/mo-prosource-of-lees-summit 1150 SE Century Drive
Pursuit of Happiness Academy coaching@keithrmiller.com (208) 705-5627
Polaris Insurance Solutions-Group Insurance Division ben@thepolarisagency.com (816) 695-0330 721 NE Lakewood Blvd.
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April Member Renewals Thank you for your continued support of our mission to champion the business community in Lee's Summit. |
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| 4 Generations Wealth Management ABcreative All A' Bloom Flowers & Gifts Big Green Turf Management Bill Fry The Plumbing Guy BioSweep of Western Missouri Blume Video Marketing Bruce Stansberry CPA Burns & McDonnell Engineering, Inc. Cathy Young, IOM CEAH Real Estate Services, LLC Clover by Fiserv Community Lending of America Copy-Rite Printing Cremation Society of KS & MO Curry Real Estate Services Custard's Last Stand Developing Potential, Inc. Donaldson Heating & Air Conditioning Encompass Medical Group - Lee's Summit Clinic FiredUP Consulting Group First Baptist Church of Lee's Summit First OnSite Property Restoration Flat Branch Home Loans - Beth Langston Fossil Forge Design Fully Promoted Independence/Lee's Summit Geiger Ready Mix GettingUp.Org, Inc. Greater Lee's Summit Health Care Foundation Gutter Cover of Kansas City Heavenly Olive Oils & Vinegars Hill Pro-Motion Physical Therapy Insperity Jazzy B's BBQ Johnson Controls Kansas City Cannabis Co. Klassic Guy LammTech Leadership Innovations Lee's Summit Family and Cosmetic Dental Care Lee's Summit Lifestyle Magazine
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| Lee's Summit Tribune Living BOLD Local Foundery Major Saver Manning General Contractors Marina 27 Steak & Seafood Mazuma Credit Union Millers Gourmet Popcorn LLC Mindy's Dance Center Monster Tree Service of Lee's Summit Mr. Handyman of Lee's Summit, Raymore and Grandview Noggins Men's Shop Office Products Alliance OverBoard Coffee Pappos Pizzeria & Pub Post Coffee Company Precision Marketing Pristine Pools, LLC Reece Nichols Ruth Miressi Team SAB Construction, LLC Saint Luke's Health System Scissors & Scotch Sean Smith Shamrock Hills Golf Club Southeast Enterprises Southern Bank - Douglas Street Stewardship Capital Ltd Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center Summit Flight Academy Summit Hill Insurance Summit Lawn and Landscape Summit Media Solutions, Inc. SummitView Terrace Assisted Living Team Cocktail The Purple Guys Transformations Wellness Spa University of Kansas Cancer Center-Lee's Summit Unwind Fiber Arts VetBiz Where Your Money Went |
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| Connecting Our Community March Highlights |
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| Our latest Recess For Success March 4 with guest speaker Jane Monroe of Embrace The Grape Beverage Catering focused on Strategic partnerships — the collaborative relationships formed between individuals or organizations with aligned goals and mutual benefits.
Jane shared why these partnerships are crucial in both personal and professional contexts, as they offer opportunities for growth, knowledge sharing, and increased influence.
To cultivate them effectively, she said it’s essential to approach these relationships with a mindset of trust and transparency. Personally, this can be achieved by actively listening, offering value without expecting immediate returns, and showing genuine interest in others’ success.
Professionally, strategic partnerships thrive on clear communication, shared objectives, and leveraging complementary strengths.
Sponsored by: University of Central Missouri - Lee's Summit |
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LSR-7 School Board Candidate Forum |
| The Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce was proud to host the 2025 LSR-7 School Board Candidate Forum Wednesday, March 12 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
The forum will consist of candidates who have filed to run for two open positions on the LSR-7 School Board. The election will take place April 8, 2025.
Chamber members, citizens of Lee's Summit and those within the LSR-7 School District were encouraged to attend this free event to hear directly from candidates and learn where they stand on a number of positions impacting the district.
To ensure the community was fully engaged in this forum, the event was live-streamed on the Chamber's Facebook account as well as posted on the Chamber’s website and YouTube channel following the event.
During the forum, we allowed time for questions from the public.
Thank you to our sponsors: Saint Luke's Health System, Tingle Flooring, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Checklist Media and Lifegoal Strategies Group/Rodney Loesch |
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Leadership Lee's Summit Hard Hat Tour of Green Street Market Project |
| Our Leadership Lee's Summit Class of 2025 had a full session Tuesday, March 11 dedicated to diving into several different areas of the City and its government.
The day included a few special moments — like playing with puppies while learning more about LS Animal Control, an informative session on Water Utilities and a tour of Resource Recovery Park and Fire Station #3.
Other stops included John Knox Village and the Public Works Department.
Later in the day, the group heard from Councilmember Hillary Shields and Assistant City Manager Donna Lake at City Hall. They also learned how development works with Aimee Nassif, Interim Director of Development.
The day concluded with a hard hat tour of the exciting Green Street Market project with Planning Manager Shannon McGuire and McCownGordon Construction!
Thanks to John Knox Village for the delicious breakfast and lunch! And a huge thank you to all our incredible speakers for helping these leaders grow and further develop their knowledge of Lee's Summit! |
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Chamber Young Professionals Service Project at One Good Meal |
| Our Chamber Young Professionals spent their morning March 19 prepping and packaging fresh, hot meals with One Good Meal, a nonprofit dedicated to delivering care, compassion and connection to local seniors and those who are home-bound, regardless of income, in Lee's Summit.
We had a blast making new connections while learning more about the mission and history of One Good Meal.
Special thanks to Director Roberta McArthur for guiding us through the morning! |
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| While the generations we are born into do not define us, they do provide clues to help us work together more efficiently.
As the workforce continues to change, it’s possible to create engagement, loyalty and high productivity!
We learned this and so much more today during our Cross Generational Communication Business and Bagels workshop March 20 with guest speakers Liesl Hays and Melissa O’Daniel, owners of Aligned Talent Consulting.
Special thanks to our event sponsor, University of Central Missouri - Lee’s Summit and our venue host, Bridge Space, for making this event possible.
And of course, special shoutout to OverBoard Coffee for the delicious bagels! |
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| The Chamber proudly co-sponsored the 100 People Who Care event with the Lee's Summit R-7 School District to raise awareness for the great work nonprofits are doing in our community.
Thank you to all who attended and generously donated to the nonprofit recipient — Answering the Call — a Chamber member dedicated to supporting first responders during crises due to medical diagnoses, and duty/or non-duty related injuries.
Please join us in congratulating them! |
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Excellence in Business Awards Luncheon |
| During our Monthly Membership Luncheon March 21, we had the incredible honor of recognizing five outstanding member businesses.
Each of these businesses exemplify leadership, dedication, and a deep commitment to serving our community. Hearing their journeys and the core values that have shaped their success was truly inspiring!
Congratulations to our 2025 Excellence in Business Awards recipients:
- Bill Fry The Plumbing Guy - Chef Aristo's Curbside, Catering & Eatery - Collins-Webb Architecture - Saint Luke’s Surgicenter - Lee’s Summit - Sylvan Learning Center
These businesses go above and beyond, setting the standard for excellence in their industries. Please join us in celebrating their achievements!
A huge thank you to Centric for sponsoring this event, Olive Garden for the delicious meal, and our gracious host, the stunning Unity Village R.D. Goppert Event Center.
A special shoutout to Dave Eames for crafting our beautiful awards—we truly appreciate your artistry! |
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Chamber Before Hours Networking |
| Networking, breakfast, and connection opportunities—our Before Hours Networking Event March 25 had it all!
Members connected over delicious treats from Panera while learning about PayMore/SPEEKS Technology and the latest Chamber updates.
A huge thank you to PayMore for hosting and for the exciting Galaxy Tab A7 Lite giveaway!
Join us every 4th Tuesday for this energizing networking event! |
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Chamber After Hours Networking |
| It was the perfect weather March 13 for a ribbon cutting/After Hours Networking Event at The Fairways Apartment Homes!
The apartment complex recently made exciting improvements including interior upgrades to units by adding stainless steel appliances, new light fixtures, quartz countertops and flooring.
Exterior improvements include the replacement and repair of staircases around the property, improved landscaping, concrete repairs, parking lot renovations and a brand new pool deck!
John Stephenson, President and Owner of CRES Management, LLC, said his company has already invested over $2 million dollars in the property since purchasing it in June of 2024.
They plan to continue to invest in the property with an estimated total of about $3.5 million dollars in improvements. Their ultimate goal is to enhance resident experience and positively contribute to the community of Lee's Summit.
After the ceremony, Chamber members enjoyed refreshments, raffle prizes and tours of units provided by The Fairways staff.
For more information, visit thefairwaysliving.com. |
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| A huge thank you to Assistant Chief Jim Eden, Assistant Chief Wes Blanscet, Captain Justin Burch, and the entire crew at Lee’s Summit Fire Department - Station 7 for an incredibly educational, eye-opening, and engaging experience during our Business Field Trip March 26!
We had the opportunity to learn just how much goes into being an all-hazards department, covering:
- Fire Prevention & Life Safety - Fire Investigation & Public Education - Emergency Communication & Preparedness - Fire Suppression & Emergency Medical Services - Technical Rescue & Hazardous Materials Mitigation
Total responses in 2024: 12,758 – a true testament to their dedication and readiness.
LSFD’s mission is to serve with PRIDE – Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Duty, and Excellence – and that was evident in everything we saw!
Some highlights from our visit: - Touring the fire and dry towers, where firefighters train for real-life emergencies, including navigating tight, low-visibility spaces.
- Witnessing a live training scenario, where the crew demonstrated how they breach doors, set up hoses, and maneuver through a burning building to extinguish flames.
- Getting an up-close look at their cutting-edge equipment and fire trucks, designed to keep their team at the top of their game.
This experience gave us even more appreciation for the hard work, skill, and dedication of our local firefighters and EMS responders.
We are grateful to know that when seconds count, LSFD is ready, highly trained, and equipped to answer the call. |
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Risk Takers: Building Your A Team |
| We learned how to best tackle the challenges of hiring, retaining and optimizing our workforce March 27 during our Risk Takers Building Your A Team event at Bridge Space.
Our expert panelists — Michael VanBuskirk of Newmark Zimmer, Nancy McCullough of e2E and Samuel Noel of Treasure Advertising — provided unparalleled advice to attendees on how to build and maintain a winning team to drive their businesses forward.
Lauren Sobaski of Fisher Phillips guided the panel as moderator.
Special thanks to SERVPRO of Lee's Summit for sponsoring the event, Embrace the Grape Beverage Catering for the great selection of beverages and Chef Aristo's Curbside, Catering & Eatery for the delicious appetizers.
We hope you made some great "calculated collisions."
We look forward to seeing you at the next event — our Risk Takers Empowerment Exchange July 24! |
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Prospective New Member Expo |
| Chamber members were encouraged to invite prospective new members to this fun Expo-style networking event.
Guests had the opportunity to meet with Staff and LS Chamber Members to learn about the benefits of belonging to the Lee's Summit Chamber AND enter a drawing!
Special thanks to our sponsors: Door Systems, ZTeam at RE/MAX Heritage and the Mid Continent Public Library - Colbern Rd. Branch. |
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| The Chamber Link Newsletter is a monthly publication of the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce. For more information regarding advertising, contact Denise Elam at delam@lschamber.com. 816.524.2424. | lschamber.com |
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| This communication paid for by the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce Matt Baird- President
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