Member News

Almost all employment in the United States is at-will. (Montana is the only state that doesn’t have at-will employment as a default. Unions or a contractual obligation for a particular position are the other exceptions.) That means you can fire someone for any reason or no reason as long as that reason isn’t prohibited by law.... Read more

Michael Knecht named president for AdventHealth Shawnee Mission and Dallas Purkeypile named CEO for AdventHealth Ottawa.... Read more

Horizon Academy is in need of volunteers for our annual fundraiser, the Bayou Bash. All proceeds benefit students with learning disabilities.... Read more

Fourth-generation Kansan and second-generation AT&T-employee Molly Kocour Boyle has been appointed President, AT&T Kansas.... Read more

Medical and recreational marijuana use are more socially acceptable than ever, and states are legalizing use of the drug at a rapid pace. So should employers even bother testing for weed anymore?... Read more

Now that we know that the Kansas City Chiefs will be playing the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV in a few weeks, it's time to assess whether this annual American tradition will create any workplace issues for your organization.... Read more

Pinnacle Employer Services is a human capital management company providing customized human resource solutions for our clients.... Read more

It's never too early - or too late - to plan for your financial future.  You may be tempted to do it all on your own but working with a financial advisor has unmatched advantages. From Securing a strong retirement to reaching financial goals like saving for a child's college education, we can help.  Join us for our Take Charge of Your Financial Future event series to learn how working with an advisor can help you succeed.... Read more

As a new year begins, we are excited to announce the addition of a new team member here at the Chamber: Nicole Shoemaker.... Read more

The Prairie Village Arts Council will host its seventh annual “Future of the Arts” celebration, Friday, January 10 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the R.G. Endres Gallery at Prairie Village City Hall, 7700 Mission Rd. The awards ceremony will begin at 7:30 p.m.... Read more

Leadership Northeast (NEJC) 2020 Class Announced... Read more

Arts Sector Encouraged to Attend and Participate... Read more

Ready or not, winter will approach soon! With the new season, the days grow shorter and the weather will change. What do most people do before new seasons begin? Most people prepare. Failure to prepare can have varying degrees of short- and long-term consequences.... Read more

With over 75,000 area children in need this holiday season, the Overland Park Convention Center will serve as a Toys for Tots donation site through Dec. 18... Read more

AdventHealth South Overland ParkER is pleased to announce it has been named a 2019 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. The Guardian of Excellence Award recognizes top-performing health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above of performance in Patient Experience.... Read more

Christmas With Santa at Hendrick Lexus in Merriam!... Read more

History shows us that the economy cycles through “seasons” - transitioning from economic expansions or booms (the good) into economic contractions or recessions (the bad) and vice versa.... Read more

The International Lineman's Rodeo celebrated the 15th anniversary in Overland Park, KS with the 2019 event at the Overland Park Convention Center.... Read more

Consolidated Fire District 2 is collecting Toys for Tots... Read more

History shows us that the economy cycles through “seasons” - transitioning from economic expansions or booms (the good) into economic contractions or recessions (the bad) and vice versa.... Read more