Northeast Johson County Chamber of Commerce

Gov. Brownback presents new pro-growth tax plan to NEJC Chamber

skentzler@nejcchamber.com — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:37:12 +0000

Governor Sam Brownback presented his new pro-growth taxplan at the Northeast Johnson County Chamber’s “We’re Talkin’ Tuesday” networking event on February 7, 2012 at Sylvester Powell Jr. Community Center. The NEJC Chamber was one of the few groups that Gov. Brownback chose to present his plan to and he also took questions from the audience. Gov. Brownback presented the highlights of his new pro-growth tax plan and the emphasis it would have on small businesses in the state of Kansas.

Gov. Brownback explained the state does not rank as high as it must compared to other states in the area in order to be as competitive as possible in attracting new businesses and generating economic and private sector job growth.

“This was an invaluable opportunity for our Northeast Johnson County Chamber member businesses,” said Deb Settle, President and CEO of the NEJC Chamber of Commerce. “Our Chamber is 70 percent small business and Governor Brownback’s presentation was the best way for them to learn more about this new pro growth tax plan.”

Important Location Reminder

skentzler@nejcchamber.com — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:42:45 +0000

Important Location Reminder: The State of the Cities Address will be held at Sylvester Powell Jr. Community Center, 6200 Martway tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. Call the NEJC Chamber Office with any questions, 913-262-2141.

2012 Leadership Northeast Class Announced

skentzler@nejcchamber.com — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:07:27 +0000

Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2012 Leadership Northeast Class

The Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce has selected 15 area business professionals to participate in the 2012 Leadership Northeast program.

Leadership Northeast is an educational leadership program that consists of nine sessions devoted to identifying and strengthening the leadership skills of participants and putting that knowledge into action in the Northeast Johnson County communities.

Members of the 2012 class are:

Christina Erickson-Hoffman, Meadowbrook Country Club

Daniel Gruman, Shawnee Mission USD 512

Kat Hnatsyshyn, Community America Credit Union

Paul Kyle, Johnson County Community College

Elliot Lahn, City of Merriam

Bill Meador, The Wright Legacy Group

David Morrison, City of Prairie Village

Aaron Otto, City of Roeland Park

Don Rau, University of Kansas Medical Center

Joshua Rauch, City ofMission

Tom Robinson, KCP&L

LisaSanta Maria, City of Prairie Village

Mallory Saylor, Shawnee Mission Medical Center

Nathan Stafford, UMB Bank

Carrie Wagner, Brighton Gardens of Prairie Village

Whitney Wilson, Lockton Companies

Each of the sessions will focus on an area of leadership development. Crucial skills will be fostered through various speakers, hands-on experiences, community involvement, meetings with key leaders in the NEJC community and working with fellow class members to identify potential solutions. Graduates of Leadership Northeast have gone on to serve in leadership capacities in their organizations, their neighborhoods and in city and state government.

NEJC Chamber of Commerce Elects New Board Members

skentzler@nejcchamber.com — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:33:08 +0000

Dr. Gene Johnson, 2012 Chairman

Dr. Gene Johnson, Superintendent of the Shawnee Mission School District has been elected the 2012 Chair of the Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. Johnson succeeds Denise Garcia, State Farm Insurance, as Chairman of the Board.

The NEJC Chamber is also pleased to announce its newly elected members of the Board of Directors: Ed O’Connor, PC Partners, Inc., Jose Ramirez, Moss Printing and David E. Waters, Lathrop & Gage, LLP. The new board members will take office in January 2012 and their terms will expire in 2014.

“I am excited to be working with our new board members. They will provide good insight and help to accomplish the Chamber goals,” said Deb Settle, President and CEO of the NEJC Chamber of Commerce.