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A few good words from the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce
February 2010
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The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Chairman of the Board of Johnson County Commissioners, Annabeth Surbaugh, cordially invite you to attend the 2010 State-of-the-County Address and Luncheon Tuesday, March 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Ritz Charles, 9000 W. 137th St., Overland Park, Kan.

Company tables and seats are available. Reservations must be received by Monday, March 22, 2010, and paid in advance. Refunds will not be made on cancellations received after the registration deadline. Please click the image to download a reservation form or call the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce, 913.631.6545, to make your reservation today!

Tim Harmon, 2010 Chairman
"How you think is everything..."

Investor's Business Daily has identified 10 traits that are common among leaders and successful people in all walks of life. The first trait is, How you think is everything: Always be positive. Think success, not failure. Beware of a negative environment."

Much has been written about the "power of positive thinking," "attitude determines altitude" and "stop that stinking thinking." The Wall Street Journal consistently has at least one book on its best seller's list that revolves around positive leadership, behavior and success. Legendary leaders who have mastered this subject include Dale Carneige, Zig Ziglar and the "great communicator" Ronald Regan. So how do we "always be positive?" We can start by reading great books like 1776 by David McCullough, Jim Collins Good to Great or the book of Proverbs, primarily authored by Solomon. With all the negative noise bombarding us from all directions 24/7, is it possible to "think success, not failure?" Absolutely, positively, YES. Having a son attending college in Nashville, Tenn., we have become "bluegrass music" fans. XM radio made it easy for us to get our fill of this style of music. My wife, Janet, calls it "happy music." Listening to good, uplifting music can raise your spirits as well.

Find role models and observe their behaviors, actions and attitudes. You need not look far; business and community leaders such as Greg Goebel, Shawnee Mission Ford; Fire Chief Jeff Hudson, the "good, but getting better" guy; and Charley Vogt, Country Club Bank. I am sure you have your own list.

As Zig Ziglar would say, "see you at the top."

TJH
2009 AD Miller w/Harmon
Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, was an evening of elegance, good company, intense bidding, fine dining and life- long memories at the 2009 Annaul Dinner, Good Fortune Starts Here. The Sheraton Overland Park Hotel provides an ambiance and hospitality fitting for such an event. Bayer HealthCare LLC, Animal Health Division was the event's presenting sponsor and has been since 2004; thank you for your continued support.

The evening could not have been better for honoring the 2009 Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce, John Miller, Lake Quivira Country Club (left), and welcoming the 2010 Chairman of the Board, Tim Harmon, Harmon Construction, Inc. (right) . Thank you both, and the Chamber is looking forward to another prosperous year.

Months of planning went into implementing the evening, which would not have been possible without the volunteers, committee, Chair Lori Barngrover of LA Graphics, Co Chair Chris Gorup of Shawnee Mission Ford and Co Chair Jody Adams of JRA Baskets. Thank you all for your time and devotion to making the event as successful as it was.

Thank you to David Atkins of Atkins Photography for your talent and support throughout the evening, as the guests had the opportunity to take their photo to remember the joyous evening. Thank you to the various sponsors for their support of the Chamber; please click the link below to view a sponsorship listing in the event's press release.
The Shawnee Chamber of Commerce and the Johnson County Public Policy Council sponsor the Legislative Breakfast Series to enhance the communication and exchange of information between the business community and the Johnson County state legislative delegation. Legislators will be on hand to discuss issues and offer the most current legislative updates. All meetings are at The Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th St. Casual attire is requested. Breakfast is served promptly at 7:30 a.m.
KU MedWest
For many years, KU MedWest has been host to several Business After Hours. It's always very welcoming and a good way to see the facility, learning of what it has to offer. Please join us for the February 18 Business After Hours event at KU MedWest from 5 to 7 p.m.

KU MedWest is a 60,000-square-foot facility offers comprehensive and convenient medical care, including primary and specialty care, complete diagnostic and imaging services, laboratory services, an outpatient surgery center and urgent care. The facility also offers monthly health seminars, exercise programs and support groups, and has a community meeting room.

Thank you for your Investors-Guild support and dedication!
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