Serve on a Committee, and
Serve your Community
The Chamber multiplies the effectiveness of local businesses by providing structure, volunteer leadership, professional staff, and full-time office operation to implement an effective business organization that meets the needs of our growing community.
By serving on a committee, business community volunteers can share new ideas and learn more about their communities.
Make Connections When You Join a Committee
Committees Give You Credibility
Committees Provide Exposure
Committees Provide Networking Opportunities
Members Receive an Influential Voice on Large-Scale Issues
Gain Untapped Contacts from Other Members
Keep Up-to-Date on Local Business News
Numerous Opportunities to Engage the Community
Explore Chamber Committees
Utilize your connection with the Chamber and get your company associated with local programming that impact your fellow community members.
Check the Events Calendar to find the next meeting for the committee of your choice. All members are welcome.
Ambassador Committee
Chair: Kris Wilson, Nothing Bundt Cakes
Staff: Lisa Frogge
Leads efforts to increase membership by recruiting new members and enumerate membership advantages through retention efforts.
- 8am | 1st Tuesdays
- Chamber Office
Business Development Council
Chair: Jacob Honeycutt, Complete Weddings + Events KC
Staff: Matt Baird
Identifies and delivers educational and training opportunities for Chamber businesses.
- 8am | 2nd Wednesdays
- Chamber Office
Diversity & Inclusion Committee
Chair: Terrell Ford, Klassic Transformations
Staff: Linda Driskill
Provides education and opportunities within the chamber that support diversity and inclusion in the LS business community.
- 11am | 3rd Tuesdays
- Bridge Space
Education Committee
Chair: Julie Smith, Henry W. Bloch School of Management – UMKC
Staff: Megan Gray
Promotes business partnerships with the education community; select five scholarship recipients each year, host a welcome breakfast for new teachers and the recipient for the LSR-7 Teacher of the Year award.
- 8:30am | 3rd Wednesdays
- Location Varies monthly
Governmental Relations Committee
Chair: Jennifer Craig, ReDiscover
Staff: Matt Baird
Studies statewide and local legislative issues of interest to businesses and prepares annual legislative priorities.
- 7:30am | 4th Fridays
- Missouri Innovation Campus (Room B101)
Health & Human Services Committee
Chair: Paige Wheeler, Home Instead
Staff: Rhonda Bradford
Objective: Research healthcare issues affecting the Lee’s Summit community and publish an online healthcare directory.
Meeting Schedule: 8 a.m. First Thursday of the month. Location: TBD.
Legislative Committee
Chair: Rick Viar, Southern Bank
Staff: Matt Baird
Objective: Coming Soon.
Meeting Schedule: Coming Soon.
Military Affairs Committee
Chair: Jim Hallam, State Farm
Staff: Matt Baird
Objective: Provide information to community members regarding the economic and emotional impact of the base. Additionally, provide volunteer opportunities and interaction with the squadron.
Meeting Schedule: 3:30 p.m. Third Thursday of the month. Location: Chamber office.
Young Professionals Committee
Chair: Tom Fyffe
Staff: Denise Elam
Objective: Provide networking opportunities for Chamber professionals between the ages of 21–40. The Young Professionals committee meets monthly to network, learn about the business community, and participate in community service projects.
Meeting Schedule: 11 a.m. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Location: Varies Monthly.