Your Chamber at Work - November 28, 2022

FROM THE KC CHAMBER'S PRESIDENT AND CEO

How’s Kansas City’s economy faring in these uncertain times? And, maybe more importantly, what does the next year look like for all of us? What’s the jobs outlook? What effects are international events having locally? How about the recent midterm elections? What are key economic indicators showing? And how is Kansas City doing compared to our peer cities?

We’ll get the answers to those questions and more at the Chamber’s annual Economic Forecast, Thursday, December 8 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Mid-America Regional Council’s Director of Research Services Frank Lenk and economist Chris Kuehl of Armada Corporate Intelligence will share their findings and thoughts.

You’ll also have an opportunity to ask YOUR economic questions during this one-and-a-half hour virtual session.

Don’t miss it! Click here to register.

CENTURIONS INFO SESSION FOR DIVERSE PROFESSIONALS

Centurions is KC’s oldest and premier leadership program. Diversity is essential to growing the prestigious program, and we also recognize Centurions can often be a different experience for diverse professionals. Bring your questions to the upcoming Centurions Information Session for Diverse Professionals, December 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Combine, 2999 Troost. Hear from current and past Centurions in an informational session focused on diversity within the program. Attendees will also learn about financial opportunities available to all. This session will focus on the experience of diverse participants, but all are welcome to join. RSVP now!

NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORKING: SHOP LOCAL KC

Enjoy some of KC’s best networking while supporting some of KC’s best makers at Shop Local KC for our next Neighborhood Networking. Join us December 9 at 8:30 a.m. at Shop Local KC’s Leawood location, 3510 W. 95th St. You’ll find local gifts for foodies, craft lovers, artists, readers, etc. and generally anyone on your “nice list” who loves KC, thanks to Shop Local KC’s marketplace featuring more than 300 Kansas City artisans. And of course, it’s a great way to spend a Friday morning with good coffee, a light breakfast, and your fellow KC Chamber members. Free for members and $15 for non-members. Register now and we’ll see you there! Thanks to our overall networking sponsors  Delta Dental and Mazuma Credit Union, and our 2022 Neighborhood Networking sponsors Unbound, Bardavon Health Innovations and Kansas City Current.

DOING BUSINESS WITH TAIWAN

Learn what kinds of opportunities could be available for your business at Doing Business with Taiwan, December 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. World Trade Center Kansas City welcomes Bill. S.C. Huang, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) office in Denver, to share industry outlooks, why Taiwan could be a good fit for your company, and learn best practices for business success between KC and Taiwan. This will take place in the World Trade Center Conference Room on the second floor in the southwest corner of Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Rd. The event is free but please register here.

KC CHAMBER SOUTHWEST® BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP

The KC Chamber and Southwest® Business are partnering to offer you exclusive travel discounts through Rapid Rewards® Business. You can earn free flights for your team, get the most out of your business travel, and enjoy even more Southwest® perks. It’s not just about the points. This partnership gives you access to the Southwest Business self-service account management tool, Southwest Business Assist™, and unlocks additional benefits when you book travel for groups of 25 or more. And of course, you enjoy the great Southwest travel amenities you already love. Whether you have 5 employees or 105, Southwest Business has a plan for every type of business. Connect with Southwest Business today!