2024 Board Members

Officers

Kirby Asplund, Chair

Kirby Asplund, Chair

The Asplund Group, LLC

Laura Maxwell, Chair-Elect

Laura Maxwell, Chair-Elect

Apricus Communications

Rick Smetana, Treasurer

Rick Smetana, Treasurer

University of Central Missouri

Kristi Johnson-Ware, Chair Emeritus

Kristi Johnson-Ware, Chair Emeritus

Central Bank

Vice Chairs

Nikki Beard

Nikki Beard

Saint Luke's Health System

Kelley Manning

Kelley Manning

Beyond Wealth Advisors

Lauren Sobaski

Lauren Sobaski

Fisher Phillips, LLP

Board Members

 

John Coleman

John Coleman

Coleman Equipment

Chad Dumas

Chad Dumas

ReeceNichols Lee's Summit

Rachel Dyer

Rachel Dyer

Dyer Oil Graphics

Matt Fast

Matt Fast

Poo Squad

Gina Goodwin

Gina Goodwin

GEHA

Kevin Oldham

Kevin Oldham

Diffactory

Drew Reynolds

Drew Reynolds

Edward Jones

Jarvis Sackman

Jarvis Sackman

Hillcrest Transitional Housing

Amy Schield

Amy Schield

Amy Schield Coaching

Jim Stoddard

Jim Stoddard

Budget Blinds

Joan Vande Voort

Joan Vande Voort

Bank Midwest

Tina Walcutt

Tina Walcutt

Door Systems

Joey Zarrillo

Joey Zarrillo

ReMax Heritage

Greetings from the 2024 Chair of the Board:
Kirby Asplund

Happy New Year, and Welcome to 2024! 

As I’m writing this, it’s January. Across the nation, millions of people armed with good intentions and a New Year’s resolution have joined health clubs. Those who go in with a long-term commitment and a plan of attack will reap incredible benefits. Some, though, will fade quickly after an initial burst of enthusiasm. This second group will question the value of their investment and may even consider dropping out.  What does this have to do with the Chamber? I’ll tell you. 

When I joined the Chamber more than 10 years ago, Cathy Young, who was at that time the director of membership, gave me great advice: “Engage.” She suggested that I join a committee or two, and that as much as possible, I attend events like ribbon cuttings, Recess for Success, Before and After Hours, the annual Gala, volunteering for Oktoberfest, and more.  Cathy was right on target.  

I can testify that your level of engagement will be more than matched by your visibility within the business community – both as an individual and a company. When you join a Chamber committee, for example, you’re helping to shape the Chamber agenda. You’re making a difference both for the Chamber and for the collective business community. Your commitment will bear a solid return on investment.  It’s good for you. It’s good for business.  

As we launch into 2024, I am proud and honored to serve as the chair of the Chamber Board of Directors. I follow in the footsteps of some great business and community leaders, and look forward to working with you, the various committees, Chamber President Matt Baird and our exceptional Chamber staff.  

I hope to see you and talk with you at many Chamber events in the coming year.  

Yours Truly,

Kirby Asplund

The Asplund Group, LLC

2024 Chair of the Board

Meet The Chamber Team

The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce staff is made up of a group of professionals dedicated to sharing their knowledge, vision, and goals with the business and community leaders of Eastern Jackson County.

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Matt Baird, IOM

President

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Lisa Frogge

Director of Membership & Ad Sales

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Megan Gray

Director of Special Events

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Denise Elam

Director of Marketing & Communications

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Cathy Young, IOM

Director of Operations

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Linda Driskill

Member Service Coordinator

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Janet Shelman

Admin. & Events Coordinator

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Isabelle Rogers

Marketing Coordinator

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