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Park University Golf Scramble Set for October 17

Parkville, Mo.—June 21, 2022 — The 2022 Park University Golf Scramble, a four-person tournament that benefits the University’s Parkville Campus athletics programs, is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 17, at The National Golf Club of Kansas City. Golfers get on the course with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Read Article

What the Fed’s rate hikes mean for your money—and possibly your job

The base interest rate now stands at 1.75%, with more rate increases to come this year Read Article

Chambers USA 2022 Awards Foulston Firm and Lawyers Top Rankings

OVERLAND PARK, KAN. – Foulston Siefkin LLP and its attorneys have again received top-tier rankings in the London-based Chambers USA 2022 Guide. Chambers USA ranks the top lawyers and law firms in all states across the U.S. using independent research. Leading law firms and individual lawyers are ranked based on the quality of technical legal ability, client service, depth of team, commercial vision and business understanding, diligence, value for money, and other qualities most valued by clients. Read Article

Chamber Names Champions Of Diversity And Ace Award Winners Celebrating KC’s Diverse Business Community

KC’s diverse business community will once again shine, as the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce honors the 2022 Champion of Diversity Award winners and Ace Award winners at the upcoming POWER of Diversity Breakfast. Read Article

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC Promotes Jeff Carter to Vice President, Customer

Lenexa, KS — June 21, 2022 — Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC announced today that Jeff Carter has been promoted to VP, Customer. In his new role, Jeff will be responsible for guiding the organization to achieve desired sales and operational results by leading the development of strategic business plans while leading executive relationships with a portfolio of national, regional, and local customers in Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. Read Article

Your Chamber at Work - June 21, 2022

FROM THE KC CHAMBER'S PRESIDENT AND CEO WE WANT GOT THE WORLD CUP! And what a thrill it was when they announced “Kansas City” as one of the host cities for the 2026 extravaganza. Kudos to Kathy Nelson of the Sports Commission and Committee Chair Katherine Holland for their leadership in securing the bid, and to the many many people who worked tirelessly on the many and varied details to make this happen. Read Article

Gina Creek Named Chief People Officer for AdventHealth Mid-America Region

Creek previously led AdventHealth’s Leadership Institute in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Read Article

Library Shares Prestigious History Award for Black History Project

KANSAS CITY, Missouri – The Kansas City Public Library and two institutional partners – the Local Investment Commission (LINC) and the Black Archives of Mid-America – are being honored with the nation’s top award for the preservation of state and local history.  Read Article

Chicken N Pickle Named 2022 Small Business Of The Year

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2022 Small Business of the Year is Chicken N Pickle! Founder Dave Johnson accepted the Mr. K Award at the Chamber’s Small Business Celebration Awards Luncheon, Wednesday, June 15 at the Marriott Muehlebach Tower.  Read Article

Boulevardia Returns for its Seventh Year with More Stages and Activities than Ever Before

6 stages, 50 makers selling local goods and more than 60 artists to perform over the two-day festival Read Article