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April Membership Luncheon
4/1/2026

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Leadership Showcase 2026
5/1/2026
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May Membership Luncheon
5/6/2026
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June Membership Luncheon
6/3/2026
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Events in the month of February 2026
DateEvent
2/4/2026
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:
  • Megan Sahlfeld, Clay County Tourism & Marketing Manager
  • Stacie Bratcher, Executive Director, Kearney Chamber of Commerce
  • Carolyn Yatsook, Economic Development Director, City of Kearney
  • Other local leaders and representatives
We’re also inviting strategic partners, Chamber members, and local industries—hotels, restaurants, attractions, and retailers—to hear updates, share insights, and collaborate on how Kearney can best prepare for this historic event. Everyone is invited to the table. 
📅 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.
 
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2/4/2026

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, Feb 2.
Cost: $10.00 Members / $20 Non-Members
  • The 2026 Lunch Club Pass is still available! Register Here.
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.

GUEST SPEAKER: TBA

Member Announcements are returning at our monthly luncheon!
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.

Thank you to our Empowering Business Excellence Sponsors:

  • North Kansas City Hospital
  • Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative
  • Kearney Trust Company
  • KPGZ 102.7FM & Kearney Country
  • Edward Jones - Beau Walker
  • Evergreen Health & Wellness
  • Alterations & Custom Sewing
  • Edward Jones - Mark Guelich

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2/10/2026

Kearney Chamber Ambassadors Empower Business Excellence!

Empower Business Excellence

The Ambassador Committee
Ambassadors 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 the Chamber office or 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.

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2/13/2026
Session 6 – Agenda
February 13, 2026 – Transformative Leadership
 
In Session six, we will explore foundational leadership principles that focus on developing the leader from within. This session focuses on leadership as influence and challenges participants to intentionally develop vision, character, priorities, and motivation in every area of life, from business to family and community. Through practical discussion and application, participants will examine how personal growth, self-discipline, attitude, and servant leadership create positive change and inspire others. This session reinforces the idea that leadership is not a position, but a daily commitment to grow, serve, and lead from within.
 
 
Academy Day Schedule – “Growth Mindset”
 
Time
Session Title
Speaker(s) & Details

 
8:30 AM
Developing the Leader Within
Mark D. McAuliffe

11:30 AM
Lunch & Relationship Building / Class Project
Relax, recharge, and make connections!

12:30 PM
Economic Development
Carolyn Yatsook

1:30 PM
Travel: Tour Cornerstone Building Brands
Buddy Huebner, Plant Manager

3:00 PM
Travel: Tour Mr Dells Foods
Jasper Bianco, General Manager

4:30 PM
Departure – Go Forth & Lead!
 

 
 

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2/16/2026
2/18/2026

We love celebrating our businesses!
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting with Safe Journey Transportation
Wednesday, February 18
4:00PM
At the Kearney Chamber Office

Thank you to our Sponsors who Celebrate Our Businesses:

  • Kearney Trust Company
  • North Kansas City Hospital
  • Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative
  • Verimore Bank
  • Edward Jones
  • KPGZ 102.7FM
  • Hoffman's D'Creamery
  • Tracy Tucker State Farm Insurance
  • Tobacco Barn Farm
  • T7 Lets Play & T7 Custom Sports
  • Southern Bank
  • United Fiber

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2/24/2026
Join us for a 90-minute online webinar focused on practical, real-world ways small businesses are using AI to save time and work smarter.
 
This session includes:
  • Live training plus on-demand access
  • Clear, beginner and intermediate friendly guidance
  • Ideas you can use right away in your business
This webinar is designed specifically for small business owners and staff who want practical, real-world ways to use AI right away.

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2/25/2026
Nonprofit Forum is all about empowering our member nonprofits and service organizations to maximize mission focused efforts as we serve the Kearney/Holt area together.

Occurs the fourth Wednesday of the following months at 2:30pm.
Meeting Schedule for 2026
  • February 25 (at Kearney Chamber)
  • May 27 (at NTRC)
  • August 26
  • November 18
Location: the Chamber office (190 W State Route 92).

Roundtable Format:
  • Introduction & Elevator Pitch
  • How are YOU doing? How are things going for the organization?
  • What are you Celebrating?
  • What major projects are you working on?
  • Any Issues? Needs? Questions?
  • Resources needed? Or to share?
  • How can we help?
  • Upcoming events?
  • 2026 Initiatives?

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