Your Chamber at Work - February 28, 2023
Feb 27, 2023
FROM THE KC CHAMBER'S PRESIDENT AND CEO
Artists, marketing firms, bakers, restaurants, clothing line companies – those are just a few examples of the small businesses honored by the KC Chamber last week at our Superstars Reception. More than 2500 businesses were nominated as Superstars of small business.
More than 400 people attended the reception at the Lightwell Gallery event space at 1100 Main. A DJ, photo booth, and roving performers entertained the crowd, which included lenders and entrepreneurial support organizations in an attempt to facilitate connections between them.
The energy was infectious and it was truly a celebration of Kansas City’s entrepreneurial spirit. There was a vibrancy in the room that made you excited for the future.
The next steps for the Superstars who want to continue in the Celebration? Joining the Chamber and filling out an application for the KC Chamber’s Small Business Awards. The application deadline is March 15. On April 4, those businesses can show off their wares and services at our annual Candidates’ Showcase.
The Chamber’s Small Business season is officially underway – the largest such event honoring and promoting small businesses in the nation.
TAKING THE LONG VIEW: EMERGING TRENDS IN REAL ESTATE
Don’t miss your opportunity to hear directly from real estate experts on what’s next for the real estate industry. Register for Taking the Long View: Emerging Trends in Real Estate, Thursday, March 2, 3:30 to 6 p.m. in the KC Chamber Board room at Union Station, 30 W Pershing Road. The Chamber and ULI Kansas City will co-host this event, which focuses on inflation, workforce, remote work, supply chain issues, and more. Attendees will receive a copy of the Emerging Trends in Real Estate United States and Canada 2023 report and hear how KC markets will respond. This event is $45 for Chamber members and $60 for non-members.
GENKC GROW TO CEO: NETWORKING TO THE TOP (AND SPEED NETWORKING)
Early career professionals are invited to learn effective and meaningful networking skills at genKC’s Grow to CEO: Networking to the Top (and Speed Networking) event, March 8, 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. in the KC Chamber Board Room on the first floor of Union Station. Networking is about making a connection and is one of the most effective tools in the workforce. KC leaders will share how strong networking helped them navigate their industries, and you’ll get a chance to practice what you learn with some speed networking! Register today for this free event.
HEALTHY KC BREAKFAST & VENDOR EXPO
Register now for our 8th Annual Healthy KC Breakfast & Vendor Expo, 8 to 10 a.m., March 9, at Hy-Vee Arena. This year’s theme is Filling the Gap: A Holistic Approach to Retention. You’ll hear from experts in the HR field, health and wellness, and other organizations on how to use a holistic approach to workforce retention. We’ll also celebrate Healthy KC Workplace Wellness Certified Companies and learn about the 2023 Healthy KC Certification. The event is $35 for Chamber members and $45 for non-members. Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City.
NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORKING: HISPANIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
You’re invited to connect over coffee at our next Neighborhood Networking with the Hispanic Economic Development Corporation of Greater Kansas City, Friday March 8, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Meet their incredible team and learn how the HEDC develops and implements economic development initiatives that positively contribute to the quality of life for Latinos in Greater Kansas City. Neighborhood Networking is free for Chamber members and $15 for non-members. Register here. Special thanks to our 2023 overall networking sponsors Delta Dental and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City as well as the 2023 Neighborhood Networking Sponsors Rock CFO, Southwest Airlines and Unbound.