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| 4/1/2026 | Join Us for a meeting of the Kearney Tourism Committee as we prepare for the FIFA World Cup 2026 The FIFA World Cup is coming to Kansas City in 2026, and the excitement (and opportunity) is building! The Kearney Chamber Tourism Committee is reshaping our monthly meetings to ensure we’re ready to welcome the world to our community. Beginning this month, we are offering hybrid meetings—you can join us in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams. These meetings will feature timely updates from local and regional leaders who are shaping tourism, marketing, and economic development plans for our area, including:
📅 Date/Time: First Wednesday of the month at 10:00AM 📍 Location: Kearney Chamber of Commerce 💻 Virtual Option: see link below Your perspective and participation are vital as we position Kearney to shine during the World Cup. We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation. ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Learn More | Meeting options ________________________________________________________________________________ more info... |
| 4/1/2026 | Join us for our monthly Membership Luncheon: local food, great connections, and real value for your business!Held the first Wednesday of each month (except Jan & July) from Noon-1:00pm at the First Christian Church in Kearney, MO.Registration is Required! A boxed lunch from a local member restaurant is included.Deadline to Register: Noon, Monday, March 30. Cost: $10.00 Members / $25 Non-Members Dietary Restrictions: Please list any dietary restrictions/requirements (including food allergies) at the time of registration. Every attempt will be made to accommodate requests, however, they cannot be guaranteed if they are not submitted prior to the registration deadline. Cancellation Policy: Reservations cancelled prior to the deadline can be carried over to another luncheon. Reservations cancelled after the deadline will be charged full price. If you are unable to attend, please let us know if someone will be attending in your place. FEATURE PRESENTATION: Social Media with Kailyn Richardson
To keep the program running on time and respect our guest speaker, announcements will be shared only by members who reserve a spot during luncheon registration (first come, first served). Helpful, clear, and quick is the goal… and yes, we do have a whistle if someone goes into overtime.
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| 4/9/2026 | We love celebrating our businesses! Thursday, April 9, 4:00pm Verimore Bank, 303 S Jefferson St, Kearney MO 64060
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| 4/14/2026 | Kearney Chamber Ambassadors Empower Business Excellence! Empower Business ExcellenceThe Ambassador CommitteeAmbassadors are the face and voice of the Chamber, welcoming new members, building relationships and elevating local businesses. As an Ambassador, you’ll help foster an environment where businesses thrive through engagement, support and visibility. This committee is ideal for those who love connecting people and championing growth. Ambassadors meet on the second Tuesday of each month at noon at a local member restaurant (the location will be determined prior to each meeting). If you are interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador contact the Chamber office at 816.628.4229 or email Stacie@KearneyChamber.org. We'd love to have you join us. more info... |
| 4/21/2026 | Join Us for a Golden Celebration! You’re invited to a sweet celebration 50 years in the making! As part of our Golden Jubilee—celebrating 50 years of impact, the Kearney Chamber of Commerce invites you to our Member Appreciation Open House on Tuesday, April 21 from 3:00–5:00 PM at the Chamber office (109 W 92 Hwy). This come-and-go celebration is our way of saying thank you to the members—past, present, and future—who make our business community thrive. Enjoy cake, ice cream, and our Golden Candy Bar, enter to win special raffle prizes (just bring your business card!), and connect with fellow members as we celebrate this milestone year together. We’ll also be collecting stories and photos to help tell the story of our first 50 years—so come ready to share a memory or two! Whether you stay for a few minutes or the full celebration, we hope you’ll join us as we honor the past and look ahead to the future. more info... |
| 5/1/2026 | Leadership Showcase 2026 Join us for the Leadership Showcase 2026 on Friday, May 1, from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Kearney School District Central Office Board Room for an afternoon centered on leadership growth, professional development, and the future of our community. This free event is open to the public and offers business and community leaders a unique opportunity to hear directly from members of the current Leadership Academy cohort as they share insights, experiences, and perspectives gained through the program. The afternoon will include networking, opening remarks by Stacie Bratcher, Executive Director of the Kearney Chamber, presentations and Q&A by Academy attendees, and a keynote by Jim Dickerson, Director of Operations at EquityJet and a 2026 Academy Instructor. Whether you are a business owner, executive, manager, nonprofit leader, educator, or community advocate, this event is an opportunity to invest in the kind of leadership that strengthens organizations, builds partnerships, and moves Kearney forward. Come support emerging leaders, gain fresh perspective, and be part of a conversation that matters to the future of our business community. more info... |



