2015 Annual Report


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95 Years of Leadership In 2015, the Kansas City Royals baseball team electrified the business community after back-to-back World Series appearances, culminating in KC’s domination of the New York Mets to be the World Champions. On a smaller scale, the Independence Chamber draws inspiration from those wins because it’s easy to see parallels with our own history as a Chamber. After a number of years that were not the best, the Chamber got new leadership and rebuilt its team from the ground up. It is a truism that strong players excel and find ways to win, and that is exactly what we have seen with the new Chamber organization. I couldn’t be more proud of the Chamber staff for the way that they pulled together, overcame obstacles, and made 2015 a great year. Our volunteers were exceptional and the businesses that make up the essence of the team, our members, have re-engaged and reinvigorated us. I offer my personal thanks and appreciation to everyone that got involved with the Chamber, and I consider it a singular honor to have served as Chairman of the board of directors. Our business IS business and the best is yet to come. Brad Speaks, 2015 Chairman of the Board

The Independence Chamber of Commerce endeavors to, through its partnership with the City of Independence and various community councils, build sustainable economic growth. We are relentless in advocating for a pro-business climate while simultaneously building upon our educational foundation, developing a workforce that is rich in tradition and, clearly, a key to our future. Our priority in our tag line, Our Business is Business, is to assist in maintaining a vibrant economy that is capable of executing upon the community’s vision for our citizens. We are but one piece of the landscape, but one whose position is strong and growing in number and commitment to making Independence the preferred center of commerce for existing and prospective businesses. We are truly blessed to have an engaged, participative board of directors, diverse in its make-up and approach but united in its belief that a collaborative, inclusive and active Chamber will ultimately meet its goals. It is a privilege and honor for me to serve with them, building on the momentum we have realized over the past few years. Our President, Hap Graff, and the Chamber Staff are second to none in their energy, enthusiasm and acumen. In short, it’s a great time to be a Chamber member! I hope all of you will take the time to realize the benefits of being a Chamber member, of giving back to your community, of helping to build something that we can all look on with pride – a bright future for Independence and all of its citizens. Get involved and be a part of it – we’re just getting started!! Dave Williams, 2015 Chair-Elect

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Core Purpose To provide leadership that builds a business community of excellence.

Vision The Independence Chamber of Commerce will be the premier business organization in Eastern Jackson County where public and private interests collaborate and are empowered.

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2015 Board of Directors Dr. Michael Banks

Metropolitan Community College - Blue River

Sonci Bleckinger

Central Bank of the Midwest

Wes Cowan

Chair of Small Business Development Committee

Space Center Kansas City

Karen Cox

Children’s Mercy

Kim Downey Noble State Farm Insurance

Beth Franklin

Keller Williams Realty

Jon Ellis

Paradise Park

Ron Finke

Stewardship Capital

Steve Graffeo

Community of Christ

Kent Holiday

Brad Speaks Chair

Speaks Family Legacy Chapels

Orbital ATK

Tom Waters

Cindy McClain

Tom Weir

McClain Enterprises, Inc.

Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co.

Mary McNamara

Lynette Wheeler

Past Chair

Cornell Roofing & Sheet Metal

Steve Potter Mid-Continent Public Library

Charlie Shields Truman Medical Center Lakewood

Julie Moreno The Examiner

Corporate CopyPrint

Treasurer

Truman Medical Centers

David Williams Incoming Chair

Centerpoint Medical Center of Independence LLC

Doug Williams Morgan Stanley

Jonathan Zerr

Chair of Public Policy Committee

Kapke & Willerth, LLC

Ex-Officio Members Dr. Jason Snodgrass

Hap Graff

Dr. Jim Finley

Zack Walker

Fort Osage R-1 School District

Blue Springs School District

Independence Chamber of Commerce City of Independence

Dr. Dale Herl

Independence School District

Tom Lesnak

Independence Economic Development Council (IEDC)

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2015 Committees and Activities Standing Committees

Public Policy Committee Small Business Development Committee Marketing Committee Membership Services Committee Community Development Committee

Subcommittees

Ambassadors Subcommittee Annual Banquet Subcommittee Business Expo Subcommittee Golf Classic Subcommittee Halloween Parade Subcommittee L.E.A.D. Independence Subcommittee SantaCaliGon Subcommittee

2015 Initiatives

Independence Civic Council Economic Summit

Activities

Monthly Membership Luncheons Business After Hours Monthly Legislative Briefings Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings Small Business Continuing Education Series L.E.A.D. Independence L.E.A.D. Alumni Holiday Luncheon Business Procurement Day 3rd Annual First Responders Recognition & Awards Breakfast 3rd Annual Picnic on the Lawn 66th Annual Halloween Parade 43rd SantaCaliGon Days Festival 94th Annual Banquet 2015 Eastern Jackson County Business Expo 35th Annual Chamber Golf Classic Eggs And Issues: State of the Schools Mini-Business Expo Independence Day at the State Capitol 2015 Membership Directory and Resource Guide Wedding Services Guide - idoindependence.com Home Services Guide - ifixitindepmo.com The Chamber View

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2015 Adopted Budget & Actual Budget $52,501.00

Actual $52,501.00

Revenues Membership Dues Meetings Income Events Program Income Publications Total Revenue

$220,607.00 $81,858.00 $643,565.00 $7,392.00 $15,600.00 $969,022.00

$334,641.24 $144,855.64 $636,672.79 $17,340.29 $14,593.14 $1,148,103.10

Expenses Meetings Events Programs General Administrative Expenses Total Expenses

$52,250.00 $427,108.00 $4,825.00 $464,776.00 $948,959.00

$77,037.72 $368,828.31 $16,967.51 $646,838.81 $1,109,672.35

$17,567.00

$38,432.75

Principle Payment on Debt Total Expenses & Principle Payment on Debt

$30,096.00 $979,055.00

$30,097.00 $1,139,769.35

Ending Cash January 1, 2016 Cash

($10,033.00)

$8,333.75 $60,834.75

Beginning Cash

Net Income

Revenues (actual) Programs, 2%

Expenses (actual)

Publications, 1% Meetings, 7%

Membership Dues, 29% Events, 33% General and Administrative Expenses, 58%

Events, 55%

Meetings, 13%

Programs, 2%

“I cannot say enough good things about the Independence Chamber. What a huge asset they are for our community. From the business development opportunities they offer to businesses; to leadership development training through the LEAD Program, they are a very dynamic organization. As a recent graduate of LEAD, I can tell you that the training we received impacts my life daily. What a great organization! “ -Jordan Ellena, Management Analyst, City of Independence-

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Independence Chamber 2015 By the Numbers

466 Members

1,019

72

Networking & educational programs

17

22

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies

Board Members

9,396

Average Member web page views per month

Twitter Followers

8

Staff and Interns

4,084

Guests Registered for events

119

572

New Members

L.E.A.D. Graduates

364,805

Total Website views

2,639

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Facebook Friends

83.26%

Retention Rate

New Major Chamber Initiatives: Independence Civic Council Economic Summit

474

Booths at SantaCaliGon Days Festival

450+

Volunteers

“The Independence Chamber really gets it in terms of providing value to its members. They have a top notch team that are all rowing in the same direction to help everyone have a wonderful experience and ultimately help people to build relationships & network. I highly recommend anyone in surrounding area Chambers to consider joining the Independence Chamber.” -Ryan Olson, Workplace Design Consultant, Contract Furnishings-

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2015 Year Highlights Jan 31

94th Annual Banquet

Feb 24

May 28

Independence Picnic on Day at the the Lawn State Capitol

Feb 13

Business Procurement Day

April 23

June 12

Annual First Responders Breakfast

June 5

Eastern 35th Annual Jackson County Chamber Business Expo Golf Classic

Sept 4

SantaCaliGon Days Festival

August 14 Eggs & Issues State of the Schools

Sept 25

L.E.A.D. 2016 Class Begins

Oct 13 Mini Business Expo

Dec 4

L.E.A.D. Alumni Holiday Luncheon

Oct 31

67th Annual Halloween Parade

“Getting involved in the Independence Chamber has allowed me the opportunity to meet and work with some of the nicest people in the city. These are people who understand business and who want to help me grow mine. Joining the chamber was one of the best business decisions I’ve made since moving to Independence.” -Beth Franklin, Keller Williams Realty -

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“I am so grateful for a Chamber that supports and helps us continue to empower business to all be the best we can be. They provide a home base, give us opportunities to learn and connect us with other businesses so we can all help each other make this city a desirable place to live and work. Thank you!” -Cindy McClain, CEO / President, CRM Stores / McClain Restaurant Group-

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Thank you to our Trailblazer & Charter Members The Independence Chamber of Commerce is grateful to our Charter and Trailblazer members for their ongoing support, which allows us to offer programs and events that help our members grow and prosper.

Charter Members Centerpoint Medical Center Orbital ATK Truman Medical Center - Lakewood

City of Independence Tourism truckmovers.com

Trailblazers Bayer Crop Science City of Independence Cornell Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. Government Employees Health Association Inc. The Laclede Group Metropolitan Community College - Blue River Speaks Family Legacy Chapels Unilever

Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co Central Bank of the Midwest Humphrey, Farrington, & McClain, PC Medley Smiles Missouri Mavericks Pro Hockey UMB Bank United Consumers Credit Union

“The Independence Chamber makes you feel at home. They genuinely show that they care about you and your business.” -Brenda Class, Market Manager/Vice President, First Federal Bank of Kansas City-

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Chamber Staff Hap Graff President & Chief Executive Officer Trina Anderson Member Engagement and Success Alex Colley Vice President of Marketing and Member Development

Kelsey Edwards Administrative Assistant Lois McDonald Vice President of Community Development Steve Patton Business Liaison to the Chamber Kris Zerr Director of Finance

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