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Tuesday, March 21, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Sleep Number Store - 2017 03

Ribbon Cutting for Chamber membership.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Tuesday, March 21, 2017 11:00 AM thru 11:30 AM
Where:
Sleep Number Store

Northpark Mall
101 North Range Line Road
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Tuesday, March 21, 2017Business After Hours

Business After Hours - 2017 03

Presented by U S Bank, N.A.
Sponsored by Raudenbush Financial Services, LLC

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, March 21, 2017 5:30 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:
Raudenbush Financial Services, LLC

1801 West 32nd Street, Suite 217
Joplin, MO  64804
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

Tuesday, March 21, 2017YPN Events

YPN Social Mixer - 2017 03 at ESCAPE Joplin

YPN members get to put their problem-solving and team building skills to the test as they race the clock in an attempt to solve the puzzle and ESCAPE.  An escape room is an adventure game in which players are locked in a room for a set amount trying to figure out how to escape. You have to solve a series of puzzles and clues using the elements of the room. This type of game is based off “escape the room” video games.  

The cost will be $22 per person. We are required to have a minimum of 6 people rsvp'd and paid in order to have this event.  RSVP deadline is Monday, March 13th. If the minimum is not met, the event will be cancelled and money will be refunded.  This would be a great date night or family night event!  You MUST sign up and pay in advance to participate.


Commerce Bank
YPN Presenting Sponsor

Leggett & Platt, Inc.
CONNECT Gold Sponsor

When:
Tuesday, March 21, 2017 6:00 PM thru 07:30 PM
Where:
ESCAPE Room Joplin

1710 E. 32nd Street
Joplin, MO 64801
Registration:
For More Info:
Martha Getz
(417) 624-4150
martha@joplincc.com

Tuesday, March 28, 2017YPN CEO Leadership Lunche

YPN "ED" Talk with Doug Spears - 2017 03

YPN "ED" Talk with Doug Spears - 2017 03

Join us as Doug Spears, Talent Development Manager at TAMKO Building Products, talks to us about “Driving Change within an Organization.”  Doug Spears is a life-long resident of the Joplin area. He studied marketing and management at Missouri Southern State University and proceeded to work in a public utility environment. It was during his tenure there that he discovered his passion for business, more specifically, the people side of business. Doug’s unique and positive perspective on change is a product of:   serving in both the public and private sectors, being a union member and supervising union members, managing office professionals, as well as plant supervisory personnel, and developing and delivering both technical and soft skills training. A champion of change, Doug has been blessed with multiple opportunities to deploy and direct different departments, including Six Sigma, Recruiting, Training and Talent Development. Recently an empty-nester, in his free time, Doug enjoys traveling with Connie, his wife of thirty-five years. He is also active in his local church and can be found running on local trails and in various charity events.

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:
Tuesday, March 28, 2017 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Empire District Electric Company

602 S. Joplin Avenue
Joplin, MO 64801
Registration:
For More Information:
Martha Getz
417.624.4150
mgetz@joplincc.com

Wednesday, March 29, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin & Tomorrow’s Leaders Today Collaboration

Leadership Joplin Class & Tomorrow’s Leaders Today (TLT) Collaboration “When Life Happens”

LJ Session Leaders: Don Greenlee, Ginger LaMar, Kyle Birkinsha, Nate Doss

TLT Session Leaders: Tracy Lemmons, Heather Lesmeister, Dee Ann Lowry, Cary Beasley

Session Sponsor: Community Bank & Trust (CBT)

Session Objectives:

§       Collaboration leadership between high school seniors and business leaders from region

§       Broadening the base of leadership

§       Mentorship provides the framework for personal growth and career success

§       Encouraging Leadership Development Across the Life Span

No charge for event

RSVP - not required of class

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.

Program Sponsor: Arvest Bank

When:
Wednesday, March 29, 2017 8:00 AM
Where:
Freeman Health System Business Center

3220 McClelland Blvd.
Joplin, MO
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Thursday, March 30, 2017Good Morning Joplin

Good Morning Joplin - 2017 03

Presented by Mercy Hospital Joplin
Sponsored by and located at Ozark Christian College


A quarterly breakfast gathers members for networking and opportunity to hear about what's happening in Joplin.  Morning speakers have "one minute of fame" to highlight their business.



$12 if paid online
$14 if billed or at the door

When:
Thursday, March 30, 2017 7:15 AM thru 08:45 AM
Where:
Ozark Christian College

1111 North Main Street
Joplin, MO  64801
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

Friday, March 31, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Boys and Girls Club of SW MO - 2017 03

Ribbon Cutting celebrating 60th Anniversary and National Boys and Girls Club Week.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, March 31, 2017 8:30 AM thru 09:00 AM
Where:
Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Missouri

317 Comingo Avenue
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Friday, March 31, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Fore Media, LLC - 2017 03

Ribbon Cutting celebrating first episode of On The Town.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, March 31, 2017 10:30 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:
Fore Media, LLC

JACC
320 East 4th Street
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Friday, March 31, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for 5 Star Nutrition - 2017 03

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

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, March 31, 2017 1:30 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:
5 Star Nutrition

1702 South Range Line Road, Suite 4
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, April 05, 2017Leadership Joplin Class

Leadership Joplin - 2017 04 Jefferson City Trip

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 Jefferson City session exists to give participants an introduction to state government and represent the community of Joplin to the legislative body for the State of Missouri. The Leadership Joplin class hosts a reception to showcase the Joplin Community Businesses to the entire legislative body at the Capitol and engage participants as a group and individually with our legislators.

Leadership Joplin Program is presented by Arvest

Hotel:  Capital Plaza Hotel

Sponsors:  SNC Squared & CBT

Session Leaders:  Joni Good, Stephanie Howard, James Richards

§       The Jefferson City session exists to give participants an introduction to state government...  More >>

When:
from Wednesday, April 5, 2017 7:00 AM
thru Thursday, April 6, 2017 6:30 PM
Where:
Jefferson City, MO
For More Info:
Ginger LaMar
(417) 624-4150
glamar@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, April 05, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Premier Locations, Authorized US Cellular

Ribbon Cutting celebrating membership.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:
Premier Location, Authorized Agent of U.S. Cellular

3120 South Main Street, Suite 1
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Thursday, April 06, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Millennium Family Fitness - 2017 04

Ribbon Cutting celebrating remodel.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Thursday, April 6, 2017 3:00 PM thru 03:30 PM
Where:
Millennium Family Fitness

1227 North Range Line Road
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Friday, April 07, 2017JACC Morning Brew

First Friday Coffee - 2017 04

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, April 7, 2017 7:30 AM thru 08:30 AM
Where:
Missouri Southern State University
Masters of Management

3950 East Newman Road
Billingsly Student Center (in alcove across from book store)
Joplin, MO 64801
Registration:
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com

Friday, April 07, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for MSSU SBTDC -

Ribbon Cutting for SBTDC's 30th Anniversary.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Friday, April 7, 2017 3:00 PM thru 03:30 PM
Where:
Missouri Southern State University SBTDC

3950 East Newman Road
(Cornell Auditorium in Plaster Hall)
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Monday, April 10, 2017Ground Breakings

Ground Breaking - 2017 04

Ground breaking for new construction.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Monday, April 10, 2017 3:00 PM thru 03:30 PM
Where:
Girlfriends Fitness

2915 East 17th Street
Joplin, MO  64804
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Tuesday, April 11, 2017General Chamber News

Small Business of the Year Nominee Brunch & Business Event

$20 per person

RSVP  www.joplincc.com or 417.624.4150 by April 6

All nominees receive 2 complimentary tickets

Event Sponsor: KOAM TV & FOX-14    

Gold Sponsor: Employer Advantage  

SBOY Program Sponsor: BKD, LLP    

2017 Small Business of the Year Awards presented by BKD, LLP and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. The awards recognize the contributions of small business to the local economy and to the overall progress of the Joplin area.

Awards will be presented at the JACC Annual Banquet May 4 to three deserving businesses serving our community: one business employing 1-10 employees, one business employing 11-50 employees and one not-for-profit business.

Requirements for nomination:                            

·       Must be in good standing with the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce      

·       Must have been a member of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for two years

Finalists will be chosen based on the following criteria:

·       Contributions to the community

·       Business or management philosophy

·       Response to challenges

·       Innovative products or services

·       Employee involvement/recognition

Staff:  Ginger LaMar

When:
Tuesday, April 11, 2017 10:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
Butcher's Block Event Center

499 West Fountain Road
Joplin, MO
Registration:
For More Info:
Ginger LaMar
(417) 624-4150
glamar@joplincc.com

Tuesday, April 11, 2017YPN CEO Leadership Lunche

YPN "ED" Talk with Lane Roberts - 2017 04

Have you ever wanted to know how to respond to a rapidly evolving situation? Or how to command an entire organization that responds to rapidly evolving situations? Join us as we hear from former Joplin Police Chief Lane Roberts and learn how to increase our leadership agility.

During a career that spans more than 40 years Chief Roberts has served as Chief of Police for the cities of Twisp, WA, and Union Gap, WA. He also served as Under Sheriff for Yakima County, WA. He served as Police Chief of Redmond, Oregon and Director for Deschutes County 911 before accepting his current position as Chief of Police of Joplin, MO. He has completed the FEMA Emergency Management Professional Development Series, is a graduate of the Northwest Law Enforcement Executive Command College, the FBI National Academy, and the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar. He is past President of the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police, and is currently a Regional Vice-President for the Missouri Police Chiefs Association. He was appointed to the Oregon Department Public Safety Standards and Training by then Governor Ted Kulangoski. Missouri Governor Jay Nixon appointed him to the Missouri Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. Chief Roberts was named the Missouri Police Chiefs Association’s - Chief of the Year for 2013.   Chief Roberts holds an MBA from William Woods University. Chief Roberts retired in 2014 after serving seven years for the City of Joplin. Chief Roberts served as the Director of Public Safety for the State of Missouri under Governor Jay Nixon from 2014-2017.

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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:
Tuesday, April 11, 2017 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce

320 E. 4th Street
Joplin, MO 64801
For More Information:
Martha Getz
417.624.4150
mgetz@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, April 12, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Joplin Humane Society, Inc. - 2017 04

Ribbon Cutting celebrating new walking trail.  Join the JACC Ambassadors to celebrate this special event!

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Wednesday, April 12, 2017 1:30 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:
Joplin Humane Society, Inc.

140 East Emperor Lane
Joplin, MO  64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Wednesday, April 12, 2017Community Event

Community Pride Starts Inside Awards Assembly - 2017 04

An annual artwork and essay contest for Joplin's public and private school students grades 1-8.

When:
Wednesday, April 12, 2017 4:15 PM thru 05:00 PM
Where:
North Middle School

102 Gray
Joplin, MO 64801
For More Info:
Stephanie McGrew
(417) 624-4150
smcgrew@joplincc.com
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Thursday, April 13, 2017Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting for Dr. Renger and Dr. Dodds - 2017 04

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

Southwest Missouri Bank
Presenting Sponsor

When:
Thursday, April 13, 2017 4:00 PM thru 04:30 PM
Where:
Dr. Renger and Dr. Dodds

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