C.Y.A. (Recession Requirements)

Your Board of Directors of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce have been working hard to acknowledge that the times that we are going through these days could be tough ones and making the necessary adjustments to keep our Chamber well positioned for the future. Being prudent business leaders, they all focus on what it takes to survive in good and bad times. I am blessed to have this incredible group of folks that understand that the bottom line is to be financially and ethically sound. Obviously being a 4 Star Accredited Chamber one would assume that everything is above the board, but you know what they say about assuming.

Recession-Proof Your Business with the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce

The Shawnee Chamber is dedicated to enhancing the success of the local and regional business community by working to grow and protect the bottom line of member companies. While the current economy and fear of a true recession is causing many businesses to make adjustments, we encourage our members to take full advantage of the opportunities our members have to help recession-proof their businesses.

In May, the SEDC will feature some of the Kansas City area's most knowledgeable real estate professionals in a special panel discussion. This special event will be held in the WestGlen 18 Theaters, May 22nd, at 3:30 p.m.

Join us Wednesday, May 14th, for our monthly membership luncheon, featuring Special Guest Speaker John Gonzales, Regional Manager, Congressional & Public Affairs for the US Chamber of Commerce. Also, hear the announcement of Betty Charlton Scholarship Winners. It will be held at Shawnee Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Drive - 11:30 Networking - Noon Luncheon. Call 913-631- 6545 to RSVP.

June 5 -8, 2008 Old Shawnee Days relies heavily on the support of community volunteers. There are many volunteer opportunities during the festival's four days including staffing the information booths, serving as parking lot attendants, chair and table set up, concert stagehands, concert ticket takers, and helping with hospitality. Volunteering at Old Shawnee Days is a great opportunity to be involved in one of the area's largest community events. For more information on opportunities and to download the Volunteer Confirmation Sheet please visit www.oldshaw needays.org, or call Lori Hoelting at 913-631- 1456.