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Committee Meeting Schedule

Committee meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. Times and locations may vary according to event.

In March we have our Community Service Project – Manna Pack Party 

March 17 | 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Micah’s Boutique – Summit Fair
 910 NW Blue Pkwy, Suite M, Lee’s Summit

Join us to meet and assist Drea Nycole, owner of Micah’s Boutique and Thelma’s Fabric Corner, as we help pack backpacks for members of the unhoused community during the Manna Pack Party, made possible by the Bob and Thelma Carnes Foundation. Together we’ll assemble packs filled with hygiene items, snacks, and encouraging notes—small acts that bring dignity, comfort, and hope.  

Please register so she can plan breakfast for volunteers.

Kindly register in advance to receive location details and meeting notifications for every month. Thank you!

Quarterly Meeting Structure

First Month – Committee Planning Meeting
Location: LS Chamber Office, 220 SE Main St.
(January, April, July & October)

Second Month – Build Relationships & Outreach
Location: A locally owned Chamber-member restaurant
(February, May, August & November)

Each restaurant owner will share briefly about their business. Attendees are encouraged to purchase their own meal and beverage as a way to intentionally support that business.

Third Month – Collaborate & Engage with Strategic Partnerships
(March, June, September & December)

This month focuses on a Community Service Project please register and we will update the group on where our location will be.  We also want to remind you that we have our Business & Bagels Workshop held at Bridge Space this month. Please register in advance, as coffee and bagels are provided.

RISE Committee Purpose:

Educates and creates opportunities within the Lee’s Summit Chamber to encourage engagement, strengthen connections, and support the growth of a thriving, welcoming, and connected business community.

Goals:

1. Provide Education
Offer quarterly Business and Bagels workshops that deliver practical insights, tools, and conversations to help businesses navigate today’s evolving business climate and position themselves for success.

2. Build Relationships
Strengthen relationships with a diverse range of Chamber members to encourage participation, foster connection, and increase engagement across the business community.

3. Collaborate and Engage with Strategic Partnerships
Collaborate and engage with key community partners (i.e. City of Lee’s Summit, LSR7, community colleges, nonprofits, and other organizations) to align efforts that strengthen the local business climate and positively impact the Lee’s Summit community.