SPECIAL EVENTS
The best way to build relationships is by getting in front of people. The Chamber is dedicated to this by offering opportunities throughout the year. If you are at your best over coffee, during lunch or after hours, The Chamber has an opportunity that best fits you and your schedule.
Special Events
Relationship Building
Professional Development
Interested in an event?
State of the Cities
The NEJC Chamber invites you to the largest annual luncheon for local governments, businesses and organizations in our 10 city membership area. Held on the third Thursday in January, the State of the Cities is the prime time to hear our mayors shares each city’s accomplishments and opportunities from the previous year and give insights and expectations for the year ahead.
Leadership NEJC
Leadership NEJC is a premier regional leadership program offered annually by the NEJC Chamber from January through May. The program fosters crucial skills through various workshops, hands-on experiences, community involvement, and interaction with key leaders in the community.
We’re Talkin’ Tuesday
The Chamber’s “We’re Talkin’ Tuesday” is held the first and third Tuesday of each month, at 8:00 a.m. This fun, interactive networking experience is a great place to connect with other business owners. “We’re Talkin’ Tuesday” is one of the Chamber’s most popular event.
Learn More
Interested in being a presenter for We’re Talkin’ Tuesday? Contact the Chamber for openings at info@nejcchamber.com or 913-262-2141.
Legislative Breakfasts
The NEJC Chamber’s Legislative Preview Breakfast is held each year in December and the Wrap-up Breakfast is held at the end of the session. Local elected officials and representatives of national elected officials speak about their perspective on issues for the legislative session followed by a mediated question and answer period.
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Legislative Preview and Wrap-up Breakfasts
The NEJC Chamber’s Legislative Preview Breakfast is held each year in December and the Wrap-up Breakfast is held in June. Local elected officials and representatives of national elected officials speak about their perspective on issues for the legislative session followed by a mediated question and answer period.
Legislative Breakfast Series
The Legislative Breakfast Series enhances the communication and information between the business community and the legislative delegation. This breakfast series is hosted by the Johnson County Public Policy Council, and each breakfast features a different Senator and Representatives. The breakfasts are on Saturdays at 7:30 a.m.and attendees have the option of attending the entire series of five or individual breakfasts.
The Annual Gala
The Annual Gala is the Chamber’s premier event each year. This year, taking place on November 23rd 2024 this black-tie event celebrates the success of the Chamber and recognizes the achievement of its members with an elegant evening of dinner, dancing and a silent and live auction. For more information, please visit the Annual Gala page of our website.
Golf Classic
The NEJC Chamber’s Annual Golf Classic hosts golfers, sponsors and volunteers from over 50 companies in our community. This highly-acclaimed 18-hole golf tournament is an exciting day of friendly competition and relationship building. Visit the Golf Classic page for more information.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Coffee and Conversations
Meet up for coffee and networking at Chamber member’s businesses. These events are held in the morning and are sponsored by members looking for an interesting and effective way to get new people in the doors of their business
Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cuttings and Grand Opening ceremonies provide opportunities for new members to showcase their business. They are perfect for welcoming members to the community.
After Hours
After Hours are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Members can also host an After Hours in their business to get members in the door.
Chamber Luncheons
Chamber luncheons are opportunities for members to hear a presentation and have lunch. There is relationship building and stimulating conversation.
