Grandview, Missouri Chamber of Commerce

If you’re a business owner or feel responsible for a business (regardless of your actual job title), it’s not unusual to feel stuck. No, I’m not talking about the golden handcuff-kind-of-stuck where because of the cost of living, you can’t get off the work treadmill. I’m talking about feeling stuck from a mental perspective—completely uninspired. Like the business version of writer’s block, when you’re stuck, you’re not feeling creative, and your business is paying the price for it. Yes, the simple answer to when you feel this way is to take some time off—a vacation or, if you’re able, a sabbatical. But that’s simply not feasible for many of us. So, what do you do to bring back that loving feeling? To feel the excitement you used to feel about your business? To see things from a new perspective again? Read our blog post for some inspiration!

The Grandview Chamber of Commerce hosted our annual GRANDYs Award Dinner on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. This year's event was extra special as the Chamber introduced four new award categories that were voted on by the public: Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, Community Champion, and Excellence in Leadership. Businesses were recognized for their achievements throughout the year, including milestone anniversaries, major projects and expansions, and opening a new business. Additionally, three individuals were honored with special awards: the Social Champion Award, Chamber Champion Award, and Most Valuable Volunteer. See all the nominees, winners, and more in our latest blog post!

Are you an HR executive, VP, or GM (or on that path)? Feeling stuck, under-appreciated, or the pressure of maybe losing your job? If so, then this message is for you, but I need your permission to be bold and honest with you. I personally know far too many smart, talented, LOYAL and hard-working people who have been blindsided... literally had no idea their job loss was coming... until it did. Sometimes, they worked in environments that didn't understand or appreciate their talents and contributions. It wasn't their fault. We can chalk it up to politics, toxic environments, or bad luck. In other cases, it might have been preventable had someone given them the perspective I am going to share with you, and they simply adjusted their approach and positioned themselves differently. P.S. - If you're like me and get happiness from helping people you've never met and probably won't ever meet, take 10 seconds and share this... #WorkforceAlchemy #WorkforceAlchemyChallenge #shrm #hr #humanresources #MasonDuchatschek

Our 2024-2025 Sponsorship Guide is LIVE on our website! See all the opportunities to market your company as a Grandview Chamber member!

Voting is OPEN for our Annual BIGG Awards Dinner! Vote on the four GRANDY Award categories! Congrats to all who were nominated!

Nominate your favorite business, organization, or individual for our GRANDY Awards!

The Grandview Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of Bands on Byars, a free, family-friendly event taking place on Friday, September 13th from 5-10 p.m. at the Grandview Amphitheater. Bands on Byars is a special “Thank You” to the community from the Chamber, City of Grandview, and Chamber members for your continued support of local businesses throughout the year. The event will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including: 🎞 Free Movie: Enjoy a screening of the 2024 blockbuster "IF," starring Ryan Reynolds at 5:00 p.m. on a giant LED screen. 🍧 KidZone: A fun-filled area for children with games, activities, and more. 🌮 Food Trucks: A variety of delicious food options to satisfy every craving. 🎤 Live Music: At 7:00 p.m., get ready to dance the night away with JAM: Jackson and Mars, a high-energy tribute band playing the hits of Michael Jackson and Bruno Mars. 🎆 Fireworks Show: The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display. Bands on Byars is a free event open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and get ready for a night of fun and entertainment.

Content helps you connect, right? It gives insights into your business, your personality, and your culture. But boy, can it be draining. And as awesome as AI is there are only so many times you can ask it for blog ideas for the exact same audience before it starts to sound the same. So where do you get new content ideas and inspiration to attract and retain customers? And how do you keep your content fresh and relevant? Let’s dig into some sources and strategies to generate, curate, and hybridize content for your blog posts, articles, videos, and social media. Read our latest blog here: https://lnkd.in/gJRwMnDu

Our next Quarterly Public Safety Meeting is Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:00 a.m. at the Grandview Chamber office! This is a great opportunity to hear from the Grandview Police Department on what's happening around town, learn about some of their initiatives, and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Calling all Chamber members! We are thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to participate in our Industry Roundtables. We will highlight a specific industry and invite the movers, influencers, and decision-makers to sit around the table together. This opens the door to making needed connections, and marketing your brand within companies that relate, share insights, and find solutions specific to your needs and growth. Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to make valuable connections and stay ahead of the curve. Join us at our upcoming roundtable discussions and be part of the innovation wave sweeping through our community! Is there an industry you'd like to see us host a roundtable for? Let us know! We're currently scheduling future roundtables. Our next Industry Roundtable is Tuesday, August 20th at 4:30 p.m. at the Grandview Chamber office, where we will bring together the Retail & Service Industry and its partners. Discuss trends in retail and service, share your celebrations and struggles, and connect with other businesses in our area as well as those who support, inform, and influence this industry.