April, 2023

Welcome to the

Parkville Chamber

Economic Development Council's Newsletter!

Parkville Chamber & EDC

Merger Update

We are thrilled to share some exciting updates on all the great things happening!

The merger is well underway, we have tackled some of the nitty gritty stuff and now we are working together to better serve the needs of our community here in Parkville!

We have experienced some wonderful growth here in Parkville, this year we

have several businesses and residential communities coming out of the ground. Please join us in celebrating all the new restaurants and retail on the west side of Parkville. We are really growing by leaps and bounds, not to mention Downtown and all the new businesses and existing ones that are offering new and exciting offerings.

Please join us at our upcoming events. It only gets better when all of us come

together.

Ed Linnebur

EDC Executive Director

Chairman's Corner

Welcome to the Chairman’s Corner!

As chairman of the Parkville Area Chamber, I want to invite you to join us for lunch at the YMCA this month as we host our Partnership Celebration! It is an exciting time to do business in the Parkville area and you won’t want to miss it! Our focus this year is to provide even more opportunities for us to learn and do business together. At our May lunch, I will be sharing my ideas and look forward to hearing yours as we host an interactive discussion of who we are and where we want to go. Mark your calendars for our lunches on the 2nd Tuesday of the month!

Blessings, Melissa Moran

Owner of Senior Helpers

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With two strong organizations aligning, we hope to garner greater strength and growth in Parkville by encouraging increased member engagement through this merger.

We are already experiencing very exciting growth here in Parkville and we will continue our work to facilitate and encourage this high-quality growth. We will continue the work that will move us forward that will not only encourage community improvement but also develop responsible economic activity.

We welcome you to engage and participate in our upcoming golf tournament, monthly lunches, and other member activities. Find an activity and get plugged in.

We are excited about this new opportunity and we look forward to having you join us.

Dale Brouk

COO/CFO The National Golf Club

New Members

Please join us in welcoming our newest members in the month of March!

Roxanne's Cafe

Roxanne's Cafe opened in September 2005. Roxanne's is locally owned and operated by David and Roxanne Gray and Kids. Roxanne's family has been in the Parkville area for a long time.

On weekends you're sure to see 3 or 4 generations working in the restaurant, This includes Grandma Mildred Adkison known as Grandma Arch, mother Brenda, and last but not least her husband and children.

Come on over for breakfast or lunch to enjoy a great homestyle meal the whole family will enjoy!

Boho Brewing

Owner Robb Mann founded BOHO Brewing and named it in honor of his Bohemian ancestors.

Rob graduated with a degree in hotel restaurant management from Kansas State University in 1991. He has hospitality management experience at the Ritz-Carlton Kansas City, Carriage Club, The Kansas City Club, and Penn National Gaming.

“We’re focusing on German-style and Czech lagers,” Mann said. “Bohemia was the birthplace of the light Czech lagers that dominate the macro world. Every brew pub there has a sense of community, and he seeks to incorporate that.

Parkway Wealth Advisors

Chris is a dedicated, passionate financial advisor who listens to his clients, educates them on their financial options and provides personalized investment strategies based on their specific goals. After spending several years at a large, national financial services firm, Chris decided it was time to branch out on his own. Throughout his career, Chris has never been swayed by sales goals or quotas, but instead is guided by the strong conviction of providing solutions based solely on what is in the best interest of his clients.

Chamber Events

April Chamber Lunch

Join us on April 11 for our April Chamber Lunch with speaker Ed Linnebur, Executive Director of Parkville Economic Development Council with an update on the Chamber and EDC merger.

Location: Parkville YMCA

Time: 11:30 - 1 PM

Cost: $15 - Off The Hook BBQ Lunch Buffet

Buffet includes: Pulled Pork, Brisket, Potato Salad, and Baked Beans.

Come to the lunch to learn more about new speaking opportunities for members!

Chamber Happy Hour

Please join us this month on April 19th at La Costa! Be sure to bring business cards.

Owner Noe Gomez will be hosting the event with several great drink specials and appetizers from 4 to 6 PM.

La Costa is located at 6264 Lewis Street in the Parkville Commons.

Save the date for our monthly Happy Hours every third Wednesday 4-6:30 PM hosted by our member venues.

Monthly Coffee

On April 28th we will meet on the campus of Park University at

McCoy's Meetin' House from 7:45 - 9 AM.

Please join us monthly on the fourth Friday for coffee, networking, and an opportunity to hear from fellow members. Members have the opportunity to sign up to give a 15 presentation about their business or share about upcoming events.

Be sure to bring business cards for networking.

12th Annual Golf Tournament

Gather your team of players and get ready for our 12th annual golf tournament! Further details will be coming soon!

Members News & Updates

Shop the sale now through April 11th and save!

9200 MO-45, Parkville, MO 64152

Parkville Women's Clinic

Fatherhood Chili Cook-Off

*Click the image above to sign-up

Thanks to all of you who donated to the Chamber's blood drive last month. The drive went smoothly and we sincerely appreciate all of your efforts in helping us save lives!

The blood drive collected 25 units of life-giving blood!

If you missed the opportunity last month, you have another chance on April 18th at City Hall for the SevenDays Blood Drive

The chamber office is moving this month and we have a few office items we no longer have use for in the new space. If you are interested in making an offer to purchase, please submit via email to Gretchen Moran at executivedirector@parkvillechamber.com. The deadline for purchase is April 21 and the pick-up deadline is April 28.

Items available are:

Brown leather lounge chair

Red Keurig with kcups

Set of 4 mauve chairs

Set of 6 stacking chairs

(2 white, 1 black, 1 navy, 2 tan)

Gray laminate conference table

Vertical file cabinets (2)

816.587.2700