FROM THE KC CHAMBER’S PRESIDENT AND CEO
At the KC Chamber, we know that strong leadership is built on listening, learning, and creating environments where people feel valued and empowered to contribute. That’s why I’m proud to invite you to Voices for Change: A Leadership Forum – Navigating Today, Shaping Tomorrow, happening Wednesday, May 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the KC Chamber Board Room (30 W. Pershing Rd., KCMO).
This engaging half-day forum brings together business, nonprofit, and civic leaders for meaningful conversations about building better workplaces and stronger communities. Through expert panels and interactive sessions, you’ll gain real-world strategies to lead through today’s challenges and shape a more connected, inclusive future. It’s a chance to hear from changemakers across industries, explore what authentic leadership looks like in practice, and walk away with ideas you can put into action right away.
What makes this event special is its focus on practical leadership — not just big ideas, but the everyday decisions and values that make a difference. Whether your organization is just beginning to explore these conversations or already charting a clear path forward, Voices for Change offers valuable insights and renewed inspiration.
The forum is presented by Centurions and is open to all. I encourage you to attend, participate fully, and be part of a collective movement to lead with purpose and courage. Register to join us now!
MISSOURI LEGISLATIVE WRAP-UP
The 2025 Missouri legislative session comes to a close this upcoming Friday and the KC Chamber is bringing you direct insights on what it means for our region. Join us for the Missouri Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon on Thursday, May 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Hotel Kansas City (1228 Baltimore, KCMO). You’ll hear firsthand from Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, Speaker of the House Jon Patterson, and House Minority Leader Ashley Aune as they share their perspectives on the session’s top issues, outcomes, and opportunities for Kansas City. Tickets are $65 and include lunch. Public Policy Council members should use their registration code at checkout. Register now to reserve your seat and be part of this timely conversation.
NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORKING – JUNIOR LEAGUE OF KANSAS CITY
Start your Friday with purpose! Join us for Neighborhood Networking on Friday, May 23, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., hosted by the Junior League of Kansas City (9215 Ward Parkway, KCMO). For more than a century, JLKC has empowered women leaders and driven meaningful change in Kansas City, focusing on women’s self-sustainability, childhood development, and abuse prevention. Come enjoy coffee, make new connections, and learn how JLKC continues to shape a stronger community. This event is free for Chamber members, and $15 for nonmembers. Register today!
VIRTUAL SMALL BUSINESS CELEBRATION TOP 10 CEO PANEL
Join us online Friday, May 30, from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. for the KC Chamber’s Virtual Small Business Celebration Top 10 CEO Panel. This special event features the 2025 Top 10 Small Business honorees who are all in the running for the esteemed Mr. K Small Business of the Year Award.
During the hourlong conversation, you’ll hear directly from these standout CEOs as they reflect on their paths to success, share how they’re tackling today’s business challenges, and offer insight into what it takes to grow and lead with purpose. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or simply inspired by the spirit of small business, this is a can’t-miss opportunity.
The panel will take place on Zoom and is free and open to the public. In-person attendance is limited to event sponsors and the Top 10 finalists. Registered guests will receive the Zoom link 24 hours before the event. Register now and don’t forget to save the date for the Small Business Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, June 17!
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
You can help save a life and score some amazing giveaways at the upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive, hosted by the KC Chamber in partnership with the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation. Join us on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the KC Chamber Board Room on the 1st Floor of Union Station (30 W Pershing Road, KCMO).
All presenting donors will be entered into a drawing to win an autographed Patrick Mahomes jersey, along with a t-shirt and ticket to Worlds of Fun (items are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash). Plus, donate any time between June 1–30 and receive a $15 gift card by email! Schedule your appointment today by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visiting RedCrossBlood.org. Use sponsor code 15Mahomies.
