Posts by kking_kat@midamericalgbt.org
Impact Partner Spotlight: Centric
Impact Partner Spotlight: Centric Year founded: 2010 Tell us about your business: Founded in 2010, Centric has grown into one of the most recognized general contractors in Kansas City, and we’re active in our business, civic, and philanthropic communities. We serve a wide range of markets, including workplace, retail, healthcare, institutional, industrial, hospitality, multi-family, and…
Read MoreNon Profit Spotlight: AltCap
Non Profit Spotlight: AltCap Year founded: 2005 Tell us about the mission of your non-profit: AltCap is an ally to entrepreneurs. We are a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution that empowers underserved entrepreneurs with the capital and support they need to grow. Based in Kansas City, AltCap invests in communities where traditional financing doesn’t always…
Read MoreOctober B2B Recap: An Evening of Connection and Culture
October B2B Recap: An Evening of Connection and Culture Chamber members gathered for our October B2B in one of Kansas City’s most iconic spaces, the National World War I Museum and Memorial, co-hosted by UMB. The evening began with networking amid a stunning backdrop of history, where attendees enjoyed a wide display of appetizers and…
Read MoreSmall Business Spotlight: Happy Faces Entertainment
Small Business Spotlight: Happy Faces Entertainment HAPPY FACES ENTERTAINMENT Year founded: 2001 Tell us a little about your business? Established in 2001, Happy Faces Entertainment and KC Mystery Players have brought smiles to thousands of people, across the country. Always looking to find the smile in every person, laughter is guaranteed at every performance. HFE…
Read MoreSeptember Coffee Connections Recap: Hosted by ReeceNichols Real Estate
September Coffee Connections Recap: Hosted by ReeceNichols Real Estate Our September Coffee Connections gathered Chamber members for a morning of conversation and networking, hosted by ReeceNichols Real Estate. Guests enjoyed rich coffee from Oddly Correct and fresh pastries while connecting inside ReeceNichols’ beautiful office on the Plaza. Attendees exchanged ideas, built new connections, and even…
Read MoreCelebrating Thread’s LGBTBE Re-Certification
Celebrating Thread’s LGBTBE Re-Certification We’re proud to congratulate Thread on their LGBTBE® re-certification! Founded by Tim Wikstrom, Thread is a communication skills training company dedicated to helping the life sciences industry enhance the clarity and impact of people-driven communications. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Tim has worked with everyone from…
Read MoreEmerge Recap: How Happiness as a Strategy Can Transform Leadership
Emerge Recap: How Happiness as a Strategy Can Transform Leadership Emerge: A Program for Young Professionals hosted an inspiring conversation with Jessica Lyonford, best-selling author of The Happy Leader Playbook: A Science-Backed Guide to Supercharging Energy and Impact. Together, we explored an energizing question: What if happiness isn’t the reward, but the strategy? Jessica guided…
Read MoreLGBTBE Member Spotlight: Scratch Office Catering
LGBTBE Member Spotlight: Scratch Office Catering Year founded: 2024 Tell us about your business: Scratch Office Catering offers a variety of options for your office catering needs. From corporate lunches and boxed meals to elegant buffet setups, we provide fresh, delicious meals that are perfect for any business occasion. We pride ourselves on our attention…
Read MoreAn Evening of Networking and Music at Rival Real Estate
An Evening of Networking and Music at Rival Real Estate September’s B2B networking event was nothing short of a good time. Rival Real Estate opened the doors of their historic Westport house and turned it into the perfect backdrop for an evening of connection and community. Guests sipped on fun cocktails, enjoyed tasty bites, and…
Read MoreMissouri Kansas Queer Law Opens Doors with Ribbon Cutting and Community Celebration
Missouri Kansas Queer Law Opens Doors with Ribbon Cutting and Community Celebration Last Friday, Chamber members and guests gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting and grand opening of Missouri Kansas Queer Law. The event was filled with good energy as attendees mingled over snacks, cocktails, and mocktails, and enjoyed meaningful conversations throughout the new space.…
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