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HOW BIG IS THE CHAMBER?

We have nearly 1,000 member firms, 10 staff professionals, a budget of $1.1 million and many active volunteers.  Overland Park is the second largest city in Kansas.

WHO RUNS IT?

A Board of Directors of 22 business men and women, representing all segments of the economy.

WHAT DOES THE CHAMBER DO?

The chamber helps build Overland Park, its economy and quality of life, through its efforts toward economic development, positive business climate, business assistance and leadership.

WHEN ARE MEETINGS HELD?

* Membership Breakfasts/Luncheons:  Approximately on a quarterly basis.  The speaker(s) provide important information for you and your business.  Some of our events include - Mayor's State of the City, the Leadership Luncheon, Candidate Forums and Debates, Legislative Breakfasts, Good Morning Overland Park! and the Annual Meeting.

Wednesday Wake-up/Business Before Hours and Wednesday Wrap-up/Business After Hours:  These social and business events bring members together to meet, mingle and make new business contacts in a casual setting.  These networking events are held the second and last Wednesday of the month and are hosted by our members.

Chamber Connection:  Held once a month at the Chamber office, this hour-long event provides the opportunity for our members to interact and make new business contacts in one-on-one and roundtable settings. It is free and available to members only.

Business Education Series:  A series of short, practical, hands-on workshops offered monthly covering an array of business topics for you and your employees.

IF I'M BUSY AND CAN'T ATTEND AN EVENT, ARE ANY OF MY EMPLOYEES ELIGIBLE TO COME?

All of them are welcome to attend, either in your place or with you.  In fact, many of our seminars and workshops are aimed at employees, so watch for emails announcing programs that might be of interest.

WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO GET THE MOST OUT OF MY MEMBERSHIP?

Our most satisfied members seem to be those who attend meetings and activities, and who use us as a source of information.  The chamber is the perfect place to make contacts with potential new customers for you business or profession.

HOW DO I MARKET THROUGH THE CHAMBER?

HOW DO I GET ON A COMMITTEE OR TASK FORCE?

Annually, the chamber inquires about your interests and expertise in business issues and community issues. 

The chamber has three permanent task forces, the Diplomat's Club which acts as the chamber's public relations arm; the Government Affairs Task Force which monitors business legislative issues and focuses on business issues in the community.

WHAT'S THE CHAMBER'S RELATIONSHIP WITH CITY HALL?

While not connected directly with local government, we work very closely with city council members and staff in a number of ways.  We have a contract with the city to provide economic development programs.  We also provide advice and opinions on a range of issues, including transportation, taxation, land use, redevelopment and public safety.

DOES THE CHAMBER ENDORSE CANDIDATES?

No.  Our policy is to study and take action on nearly every issue that affects your business and/or community, but to leave the election of candidates to the citizens.  However, we provide information and forums for you and strongly encourage business people to support pro-business candidates.