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Small Business Spotlight: Full Circle: End-of-Life Doula Services
Small Business Spotlight: Full Circle: End-of-Life Doula Services Full Circle: End-of-Life Doula Services Year founded: 2026 Tell us a little about your business: I currently operate Full Circle as well as act as the sole End-of-Life Doula and Grief Coach. I am a former hospice nurse and realized there was a gap in support for…
Read MoreSmall Business Spotlight: Beth Franklin Real Estate Team at Keller Williams
Small Business Spotlight: Beth Franklin Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Beth Franklin Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Year founded: 1998 Tell us a little about your business: Buying and selling real estate is a life changing event for most people. Whether its their first home or their last, the process is exciting and…
Read MoreSeptember Coffee Connections: ReeceNichols Real Estate
September Coffee Connections: ReeceNichols Real Estate September’s Coffee Connections brought Chamber members together for a great morning of coffee, conversation, and connection at the beautiful Plaza office of ReeceNichols Real Estate. Guests enjoyed coffee from Oddly Correct, pastries from Osuna Bakery, and plenty of meaningful conversation while getting to know fellow Chamber members. During the…
Read MoreSmall Business Spotlight: Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law
Small Business Spotlight: Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law Year founded: 2021 Tell us a little about your business: Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law is here for the moments no one wants to think about, but everyone will face. Death, decline, conflict, and legal chaos don’t schedule themselves…
Read MoreB2B Networking at Commerce Bank
B2B Networking at Commerce Bank Our September B2B Networking event brought Chamber members together on the top floor of the downtown Commerce Bank building, offering stunning views of Kansas City. Guests connected over light bites and drinks while learning more about the different ways Commerce Bank shows up for our community. Thank you to Commerce…
Read MoreNon-Profit Spotlight: Kansas City Artists Coalition
Non-Profit Spotlight: Kansas City Artists Coalition Kansas City Artist Coalition Year founded: 1975 Tell us about the mission of your non-profit The Kansas City Artists Coalition (KCAC) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to supporting artists, connecting communities, and strengthening Kansas City’s creative ecosystem. Founded by artists in 1975, KCAC has remained deeply rooted in…
Read MoreSmall Business Spotlight: Gravitas
Small Business Spotlight: Gravitas Gravitas Year founded: 2025 Tell us a little about your business: Gravitas is a consulting firm built for small and mid-sized businesses that need real expertise without the overhead of an enterprise-sized budget. Founded to bridge the gap between DIY business management and expensive, big-firm consulting, Gravitas brings together HR, compliance…
Read MoreAuthenticity in the Workplace: Workforce SynQ + Emerge Panel Recap
Authenticity in the Workplace: Workforce SynQ + Emerge Panel Recap Our latest Workforce SynQ + Emerge program brought together LGBTQ+ leaders from across the Kansas City community for an honest and informative conversation about authenticity in the workplace. Panelists shared their personal experiences navigating the workplace, including being out, leading with authenticity, and the challenges…
Read MoreAugust Coffee Connections: Mission, Connection and Community at the Alzheimer’s Association
August Coffee Connections: Mission, Connection and Community at the Alzheimer’s Association Our August Coffee Connections brought together Chamber members and community partners for a meaningful morning of networking, learning and connection at the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America Chapter. Over coffee and a delicious spread of donuts, attendees had the opportunity to connect with fellow…
Read MoreKansas City Is Replacing Its M/WBE Program – What You Need to Know
Kansas City Is Replacing Its M/WBE Program – What You Need to Know On August 13, 2026, in response to a lawsuit filed by Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, the Kansas City Council repealed the city’s Minority and Women Business Enterprise program and adopted an interim small business program in its place. A permanent replacement…
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