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Thursday, February 02, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin - 2017 02 Overnight Retreat

Leadership Joplin is a program developed by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by community businesses to identify, cultivate and motivate future community leaders. Leadership Joplin is in its 34th year with more than 850 graduates. This informative and thought-provoking program introduces participants to the community, exposes them to its challenges and requires them to fully participate in the 12-session curriculum. In addition, Leadership Joplin provides a strategic curriculum to enhance participants’ leadership skills and creates a dialogue for discussion on relevant topics and assessment of case studies, ultimately supporting the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and goals. 

 

Session Objectives: The two-day session will provide you with an overview of the Leadership Joplin program and give you the opportunity to become better acquainted with your classmates and the steering committee.

 

Let the Leadership Joplin journey begin:

  • Motive Matters Color Code training with Van & Tammy Benson - find out what it means to be RED, BLUE, WHITE or YELLOW
  • Teambuilding activities

 

Overview of LJ Program:

  • Program Requirements and Class Assignments
  • Jefferson City/Sweet Treat Reception
  • Class Project
  • Monday Morning Leadership Book
  • Overview of Sessions

 

RSVP: Not required

 

No Charge for event

 

Session leaders: Troy & Jenny Richards, Kim Gipson, Sherry Lawrence

Session sponsor is

 

Leadership Joplin is Presented by

  

When:
from Thursday, February 2, 2017 7:30 AM
thru Friday, February 3, 2017 5:00 PM
Where:
Sky Ranch Cave Springs Retreat Center

7750 South 655 Road
Quapaw, Oklahoma
For More Information:
Ginger LaMar
417.624.4150
glamar@joplincc.com
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Friday, February 03, 2017JACC Morning Brew

First Friday Coffee - 2017 02

Presented by Joplin Metro Credit Union
Sponsored by and located at Express Employment Professionals

Hosted once a month to highlight individual businesses and offer an informal setting for the area's business professionals to meet, mingle and make contacts.


When:
Friday, February 3, 2017 7:30 AM thru 08:30 AM
Where:
Express Employment Professionals

1710 East 32nd Street, Suite A
Joplin, MO 64804
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

Friday, February 03, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Pilr Tech and blu20 - 2017 02

Ribbon Cutting celebrating new temporary location.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, February 3, 2017 11:30 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
Pilr Tech and blu20

2702 North Richard Joseph Blvd., #107
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Monday, February 06, 2017Business EXPO Committee

Business EXPO Committee Meeting - 2017 02

Wrap up meeting for Business EXPO 2017.

When:
Monday, February 6, 2017 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce

320 E. 4th Street
Joplin, Mo.
For more information:
Ginger LaMar
417-624-4150
glamar@joplincc.com
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Monday, February 13, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

Ribbon Cutting celebrating grand opening and new membership.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Monday, February 13, 2017 10:30 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

3030 South Range Line Road
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, February 15, 2017YPN CEO Leadership Lunche

YPN "ED" Talk with Gary Duncan and Brad Beecher - 2017 02

Come hear former Empire CEO Brad Beecher and former Freeman CEO Gary Duncan discuss lessons learned as leaders. Brad and Gary have a combined 20 years of experience as CEO of their perspective companies. Both companies saw exceptional development and growth while overcoming challenging times. Brad and Gary look forward to having passing on words of wisdom and insight!

 

This is a brown bag lunch. RSVP by clicking the link or call 417.624.1996.

"ED" talks are brought to you by YPN Professional Development workgroup. 

Commerce Bank Presenting Sponsor

Missouri Southern State University Develop Presenting Sponsor


When:
Wednesday, February 15, 2017 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce

320 E. 4th Street
Joplin, MO 64801
Registration:
For More Information:
Martha Getz
417.624.4150
mgetz@joplincc.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2017YPN Events

YPN Night at MSSU Basketball - 2017 02

Missouri Southern State University invites the Young Professionals Network to enjoy a night of Lions Basketball as they face off against Missouri Western!  Dinner and game tickets will be provided for up to 30 YPN members courtesy of their sponsor, JoplinGlobe.com/monster.  

Women's game starts at 5:30 pm
Men's game starts at 7:30 pm

There will be a social hour 6:30 - 7:30 pm downstairs in room 127.  A cash bar will be available and all YP's will receive a free "YPN Night @ MSSU T-shirt!"

You must RSVP  for this event. Tickets will be available for pickup up at the Chamber office front desk.

When:
Wednesday, February 15, 2017 5:30 PM thru 09:00 PM
Where:
Leggett & Platt Athletic Center at MSSU

3950 E. Newman Road
Joplin, MO  64801
Registration:
For More Info:
Martha Getz
(417) 624-4150
martha@joplincc.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2017General Chamber News

Chamber Night at MSSU Basketball - 2017 02

Women’s game:  5:30 pm
Men’s game:  7:30 pm

MSSU will be selling a family pack for $25 and it includes:
2 adult tickets
2 kids tickets
2 hotdogs
2 popcorns

Tickets are available for purchase on the MSSU website, www.mssulions.com/tickets, promo code FiveStar

When:
Wednesday, February 15, 2017 5:30 PM thru 09:30 PM
Where:
MSSU Gymnasium

3950 East Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801
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Thursday, February 16, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin - 2017 02 Community Service/Healthcare

Engaging Future Community Leaders Leadership Joplin

 

Program Sponsor: Arvest Bank

 

Leadership Joplin is a program developed by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by community businesses to identify, cultivate and motivate future community leaders. Leadership Joplin is in its 34th year with more than 850 graduates. This informative and thought-provoking program introduces participants to the community, exposes them to its challenges and requires them to fully participate in the 12-session curriculum. In addition, Leadership Joplin provides a strategic curriculum to enhance participants’ leadership skills and creates a dialogue for discussion on relevant topics and assessment of case studies, ultimately supporting the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and goals. 

 

Community Service & Healthcare Session Sponsor: Orthopaedic Specialists of the Four States 

Session Objectives:

  • The community service and healthcare session provides an awareness of community service organizations that serve the Joplin area
  • Tour state-of-the-art facilities and hear from the area’s best healthcare providers
  • Visit a variety of non-profit agencies and explore the unique services each one provides
  • Make participants aware of the myriad options for service in our community

 

Gather in Red Onion Restaurant located at Premier. 

 

Session Chairs: Rick Keller & Mike Wardlow 

 

RSVP: Not required

 

No Charge for event


When:
Thursday, February 16, 2017 8:30 AM thru 04:30 PM
Where:
Premier Surgical Institute

1619 West 7th Street
Galena, Kansas 66739
For More Info:
Ginger LaMar
(417) 624-4150
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Thursday, February 16, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Office Depot - 2017 02

Ribbon Cutting celebrating new rewards program and Chamber membership.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Thursday, February 16, 2017 10:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:
Office Depot

3132 South Range Line Road
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Friday, February 17, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for College View Manor Senior Living - 2017 0

Ribbon Cutting celebrating a partnership among College View Manor Senior Living, Home Instead Senior Care and Access Home Health Agency.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, February 17, 2017 4:00 PM thru 04:30 PM
Where:
College View Manor Senior Living

3828 College View Drive
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Monday, February 20, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin Steering Committee Meeting - 2017 02

Leadership Joplin 2017 Steering Committee Meetings    

Brown Bag Lunch

Noon at JACC Office

2017 Chair - Don Greenlee

2017 Co-Chair - Amber Duncan

JACC Staff - Ginger LaMar

Committee Meetings:  third Monday of each month at noon - JACC Office

February 20th

March 20th

April 17th

May 15th

June 19th

Engaging Future Community Leaders

Leadership Joplin is a program developed by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by community businesses to identify, cultivate and motivate future community leaders.  

Leadership Joplin is in its 34th year with more than 850 graduates.

This informative and thought-provoking program introduces participants to the community, exposes them to its challenges and requires them to fully participate in the 12-session curriculum. In addition, Leadership Joplin provides a strategic curriculum to enhance participants’ leadership skills and creates a dialogue for discussion on relevant topics and assessment of case studies, ultimately supporting the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and goals.

When:
Monday, February 20, 2017 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce

320 East 4th Street
Joplin, Mo.
For More Info:
Ginger LaMar
(417) 624-4150
glamar@joplincc.com
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Tuesday, February 21, 2017YPN Special Events

YPN New Member Orientation - 2017 02

If you are new to the Young Professionals Network or have been a member but would like to get more involved, we invite you to join us for Orientation.  During this session, we will hear from Chamber Staff, YPN Leadership and YPN Coaches on what's happening with the Network and how you can best use it to achieve your goals! Please RSVP so we know how many to plan for.

Commerce Bank
YPN Presenting Sponsor

Leggett & Platt, Inc
CONNECT Gold Sponsor

When:
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 8:30 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce

320 East 4th Street
Joplin, MO 64801
Registration:
For More Info:
Martha Getz
(417) 624-4150
mgetz@joplincc.com

Tuesday, February 21, 2017Business After Hours

Business After Hours - 2017 02

Presented by U S Bank, N.A.
Sponsored by and located at Mercy Hospital Joplin

Hosted once a month to highlight individual businesses and offer an informal setting for the area's business professionals to meet, mingle and make contacts.

When:
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 5:30 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:
Mercy Hospital Joplin (3rd Floor Heart Care)

100 Mercy Way
Joplin, MO  64804
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

Wednesday, February 22, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Wilhite Sign Company Divison of CDL

Ribbon Cutting celebrating open house for new building.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 11:30 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
Wilhite Sign Company Division of CDL Electric, Inc.

602 Michigan
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, February 22, 2017Seminars/Workshops

NEXUS IT - 2017 02 Launch Party, Joplin IT Lauch Party

Join us for a casual evening with food and drink as we launch Nexus, a new program of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce designed to bring area information technology (IT) professionals together. Please use the west entrance.

No RSVP necessary.

When:
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 5:30 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:
Advanced Training & Technology Center

420 East Grand Avenue
Joplin, MO
For More Info:
Brian Kelly
(417) 624-4150
bkelly@joplincc.com
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Thursday, February 23, 2017Golden Apple Committee

Golden Apple Nominee Reception - 2017 02

This is an annual reception recognizing the Golden Apple Nominees along with their nominators and guests.

Light refreshments will be served.

RSVP to Cary Beasley at cary@joplincc.com or 417-624-4150

Sponsored by...

The Empire District Electric Company
  Presenting Sponsor & Reception Sponsor
www.empiredistrict.com

Missouri Southern State University
  Presenting Sponsor
www.mssu.edu

When:
Thursday, February 23, 2017 6:00 PM thru 08:00 PM
Where:
Missouri Southern State University Connor Ballroom

3950 Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801
For More Info:
Cary Beasley
(417) 624-4150
cary@joplincc.com
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Friday, February 24, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Signature Granite - 2017 02

Ribbon Cutting celebrating a new location.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, February 24, 2017 11:00 AM thru 11:30 AM
Where:
Signature Granite

1001 South Range Line Road
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Thursday, March 02, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin - 2017 03 Economic Development Session

Class will meet at Downstream Casino Resort lobby; bus will pick us up at front hotel entrance. 

 

Engaging Future Community Leaders

 

Leadership Joplin is a program developed by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by community businesses to identify, cultivate and motivate future community leaders. Leadership Joplin is in its 34th year with more than 850 graduates. This informative and thought-provoking program introduces participants to the community, exposes them to its challenges and requires them to fully participate in the 12-session curriculum. In addition, Leadership Joplin provides a strategic curriculum to enhance participants’ leadership skills and creates a dialogue for discussion on relevant topics and assessment of case studies, ultimately supporting the Chamber’s strategic initiatives and goals.

 

The economic development session exists to give participants the understanding of the role industry plays job creation and community development.

 

Session Objectives:

  • How your Joplin Chamber helps attract and retain businesses to the community.
  • Exposure to different manufacturing facilities and their role in the community
  • Joplin Regional Partnership (JRP)

 

Leadership Joplin Program Sponsor:

 

Sponsors: Missouri American Water and Downstream Casino Resort

 

Session Leaders: Ryan Jackson & Kyle Birkinsha

 

Staff: Ginger LaMar

 

RSVP: Not required

 

No Charge for event


When:
Thursday, March 2, 2017 8:30 AM thru 04:30 PM
Where:
Downstream Casino Resort Lobby

69300 East Nee Road
Quapaw, OK
For More Info:
Ginger LaMar
(417) 624-4150
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Friday, March 03, 2017JACC Morning Brew

First Friday Coffee - 2017 03

Presented by Joplin Metro Credit Union
Sponsored by and located at Community Bank & Trust

Hosted once a month to highlight individual businesses and offer an informal setting for the area's business professionals to meet, mingle and make contacts. RSVP online at www.joplincc.com or by calling 417.624.1996.

When:
Friday, March 3, 2017 7:30 AM thru 08:30 AM
Where:
Community Bank and Trust

414 East 32nd Street
Joplin, MO 64804
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

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