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Supporting each other in business, professional and personal growth!

 Girls Out 2 Lunch supports one person per industry.

Kendri Burkett, Mary Kay Director, Girls Out 2 Lunch
Life's Short ... Dream Big!


Kendri Burkett

Mary Kay Sales Director

Shop online with me,
your Mary Kay
Independent Beauty
Consultant:
www.marykay.com/kendri

913.522.8756

Kendri is passionate about empowering women through the avenue of skin care and color cosmetics.  She is highly trained in how to help women design a look they love, while teaching simple techniques that every woman can recreate.  Kendri's mission is to help women feel put-together when they walk out the door in the morning and to do it really fast! 

In addition, Kendri also is recognized as a leader in the KC metro area.  She loves helping women recognize and develop their potential, empowering them to live a life of significance in their families and communities.

Cathe Messick, CatheDESIGNS4U web master, web site design
I can help introduce your business to the world!


Cathe Messick, Owner


CatheDESIGNS4U

Websites,Web Presence Coach, Corporate Identity Specialist

www.CatheDESIGNS4U.com

Cathe@CatheDESIGNS4U.com

913.231.4043

Cathe helps individuals who are frustrated with their web site …and/or … the lack of results of their web site.

She will
help you to understand the procedure and give you the benefit of 6 years experience and understanding of the Web. Cathe creates high-quality professional Web sites for less than $1000. 

More importantly, Cathe guides you through each step of the process by creating the most effective package of
web presence and web marketing solutions for your organization's specific needs.

She works with clients to establish
Corporate Identity included in your web presence. Cathe also improves your business image through quality material on-line and in print, coordinating all your media with one consistent look for greater Corporate Identity recognition.

Cathe 
incorporates customized Search Engine Optimization strategies as part of her services. 

CatheDESIGNS4U can help introduce
your business to the world!

Dana Ward, Marathon Moving & Delivery
Moving the City


Dana Ward, Owner


Marathon Moving & Delivery

Residential & Commercial

www.mmdKC.com

Dana@mmdKC.com

913.541.1015

Dana and Roger Ward are the new owners of Marathon Moving & Delivery LLC located in Overland Park, Kansas.  With their prior military service, they bring many skills needed for success in the business arena, including leadership and management skills, discipline and a teamwork mentality. 

For over 10 years, Marathon Moving & Delivery has served the Kansas City area. We offer services for all your moving, delivery, and storage needs. Marathon Moving & Delivery provides fair rates, free in-home estimates and is insured for your protection.

Whether you are putting your garage contents into a storage unit or taking an entire office across town we can help make your move easier! That’s why your satisfaction is our personal guarantee!

Dr. Alyssa Rae-Zonarich First Choice Chiropractic


Alyssa-Rae Zonarich, DC, LSP


Chiropractor

Specializes in Women & Babies

www.first-choice-chiro.com

DrAlyssa@first-choice-chiro.com

913.402.7444

Dr. Alyssa is a chiropractor specializing in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care.  She is also a doula (labor support professional) and a childbirth educator.  

In addition to patient care, Dr. Alyssa also offers seminars and workshops on topics including vaccination, natural baby care, and childbirth.

Susan Haas, Awnings by Haas Owner


Susan Haas, Owner

Awnings by HAAS, Inc.

Retractable Awnings


www.awningsbyhaas.com

Susan@AwningsByHaas.com

913.499.1896

Susan and Jim Haas are at the top of their field when it comes to product knowledge, professionalism, and on-going customer service.

Just get them started and they can go awn and awn!

Awnings by HAAS sells and installs  retractable deck and patio awnings, exterior and interior screens, all which have motorization capabilities.

Add style and elegance to your home with  retractable awnings for your patio or over a window!

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Jody Miner, Owner

Nothing By Chance

Intra-Personal Businesses
Coaches

www.nothingbychancecoaching.com

jody@nothingbychancecoaching.com

816.237.1820

 Jody Miner specializes in conflict resolution and bringing peace to your situation. If you are struggling with decisions in your business,

Jody offers groups and retreats led from an upbeat, spiritual perspective on finding peace in you, so that you may take your business to the next level.
 

Ruth Jackson, Juice Plus+
feel great and live well


Ruth Jackson


Juice Plus+


Wellness Coach
 
www.fruits-n-veg.com


jugomama@hotmail.com

816.807.8497

Ruth is a wellness coach with Juice Plus+.  She started her business 3 years ago after falling in love with the products and what they had done for her family's health. 

Juice Plus+ is the most highly researched whole food supplement on the market and consists of 17 fruits and vegetables in capsule form.  Ruth focuses on educating her customers on how to live a consistently healthy lifestyle and improve quality of life through nutrition. 

She loves to show people how to feel great and live well, not only through taking Juice Plus+, but also teaching our children how to make healthy choices, and how to prevent disease through the way we eat.

Debbie Dawkins, Deb's Design Shop
Creating Beautiful Floral Memories


Debbie Dawkins

Deb's Design, Owner

Interior Designer
Floral Designer
 

913.709.2195

 


 

Debbie brings over ten years experience in floral design.  She loves to create a beautiful environment for any occasion with flowers delivered fresh daily.


From the rehearsal dinner to the reception, she works with a bride to help create a unique and memorable atmosphere through flowers.  Her event expertise extends to all party occasions including anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, and even baby showers.


She enables people to envision their own personal style with high-quality flowers while making the most of their space within a comfortable budget.


You can entrust your special day with Debbie!

Jessica Cox Dawkins, Owner, JCD Photography


Jessica Cox Dawkins

JDC Photography, Owner

Photographer
 

Jessica@jdcphotography.com

913.486.5120

 


 

Jessica is a successful and highly regarded wedding photographer in the Kansas City area since 2005. She loves being a part of your wedding day.  It allows Jessica to be social and artistic, composed and spontaneous. 


It is important to know what kind of photos you are expecting from a photographer on your wedding day. Traditional photos are usually, posed, controlled and classic. Journalistic photos are typically more relaxed, candid and unposed. Artistic photos are more contemporary and can be a mixture of posed and unposed.


Jessica’s goal to have a rich combination of all three styles. She will come up with a creative dynamic wedding photography plan that will produce a complete inspirational product that all of your friends, family and you yourselves will marvel at. Images tell incredible stories of love, family, expression and tradition. 


She has gifted eye for detail and an appreciation for a wedding’s beauty and elegance that has allowed Jessica to perfect a craft that results in capturing exceptional and significant storytelling moments.  


Jessica is honored to be involved in your special day.

Lynne Guist Client Connector
Helping Professionals Build Repeat & Referral Business


Lynne Guist, Owner


Client Connector

Personalized Greeting Cards


www.clientconnector.com

Lynne@ClientConnector.com

816.468.6992

Client Connector provides personalized cards to help professionals build repeat and referral business. Lynne feels, “Society has gotten away from the personal touch, so when you reach someone on a personal level they feel special, and are more likely to do business with you.


Client Connector is a full service marketing company that offers client contact and retention mailing programs, using personalized professional cards, sent out on a regular basis. In today's environment of voice mail, email and faltering customer service, it is vital to the success of any business to insure clients, employees and business associates feel appreciated and valued.  Client Connector helps all types of sales people who have a dedicated client base from which repeat and referral business is essential. Thank you's and quarterly "keep-in-touch" programs are a perfect way to help insure future business.

Diana Foster, The Stuio56
Make it Beautiful


Diana Foster, Owner
 

The Studio56, LLC

www.TheStudio56.com

Diana@TheStudio56.com

913.706.7112

For Diana Foster, life is a picture. And she knows, down to her very core, that every picture has a story. So she sees stories everywhere she goes, and takes great pleasure in greeting others (through her art and her sassy self) with snapshots of beauty, and on a really good day, wisdom.

She has been expressing herself through art since birth, (you should see her Self-portrait in Diaper!) She has been a teacher and mother for most of her adult life, and she is ridiculously competent—she can cut, double-stick tape, or photograph her way out any problem, and into your heart. Not only is she a published artist, card maker, and photographer, but she has a passion and knack for making everything—every thing—beautiful.

Cindy Baumann
Dimples are cute, only when you smile!


Cindy Baumann

Sleek Physique LLC
LPG Level 2 Certified Endermologist

Cellulite Reduction


913.908.9509

See Me and be Cellulite Free! 

Meet Cindy Baumann - cellulite buster extraordinaire! 

 

Cindy uses Endermologie technology - the world's first non-invasive, medical approach to cellulite reduction.  Endermologie (pronounced "IN-derm-ala-gee") is safe - it has been clinically tested/researched ever since its inception in the 1970's - as such, it was cleared by the FDA in 1998.  It's effective, pain-free, and, at "Sleek Physique", is now affordable!

 

Cindy's mission is to make "Endermologie", called "The World's Best Kept Secret", every bit a household word as is "Botox".  As such, please take advantage of her no-obligation introductory special of just $30 for a complete treatment!  If you like it, and want to continue the therapy, her prices are well below the national average!

 

An added benefit:  for the very same reason Endermologie works to reduce cellulite, it also reduces body aches and pains!  Cindy's clients have found relief from DOMS, arthritis, RA, scar tissue build-up, even Fibromyalgia pain!  AND it firms up "flab"!  Her clients include women….men….aged early-20's to mid-70's….athletes to casual gym-goers.

 

Let's get started on a new you!

Connie Amos, On The Border Catering
We cook ... You play!


Connie Amos

On The Border Catering

connie.amos@OnTheBorder.com

816.916.2271

888.OTB.CATR


Connie has over fifteen years experience in the hospitality industry. For the last nine years, she has specialized in the catering and event business.

She currently serves as a Senior Sales Manager for On The Border Catering, serving six states. Her specialties include hospitality, event planning, and excellent guest service.

Connie works closely with clients to plan specialty events, business lunches and even weddings. On The Border Catering will provide excellent service and set up options to fit your needs. From simple delivery service to full service events with linen and china, Connie can help you plan the perfect event!

We like to say "We cook  … You play!” Let Connie’s expertise make your next event a breeze!

Kaylene Walaszek, Virtual Admin Plus
Making Your Business More Profitable!

Kaylene Walaszek, Owner

Virtual Admin Plus, LLC

Virtual Assistant

913.620.5254

 


Kaylene Walaszek has over 20 years of direct marketing and administrative experience. She is an expert at multi-tasking and has many years of client and vendor contact experience.

She offers the following services, without the overhead  involved when hiring an employee; 
MS Access Database Development and Maintenance·MS Word document creation and formatting, mail merge· MS Excel spreadsheet calculation development·MS Power Point presentations· Marketing coordination and support· Proofing and editing· Data-entry· General Research· Calendar Management·         Office Management.

If it's not listed here, just ask.

Making Your Business More Profitable!

Cathy Weaver, Miracles with Water
We drink water anyway; why not drink the RIGHT water!


Cathy Weaver, Owner

Miracles With Water

www.TheMiraclesWithWater.com    

Cathy@TheMiraclesWithWater.com

913.461.7034


 

Cathy has been interested in nutrition always, but as a business since 1991. Constantly researching and focusing on prevention, alkaline water is a perfect fit for anyone wanting to stay healthy.


As a mother of two grown children and a grandmother of one, so far, Cathy enjoys the lifestyle a home-based business offers.  With a flexible schedule, Cathy is able to give alkaline water for free to anyone wishing to begin a healthy water habit. 


She will perform a test for you and your family of the water you are currently drinking.  If you are interested in cleaning and disinfecting with no chemicals, this too, is free for you to try.


“We drink water anyway; why not drink the RIGHT water!”

Helena Anderson, Executive Embroidery


Helena Anderson, Owner

Executive Embroidery

Screen Printing, Embroidery,
Promotional Products
 
www.embroiderykc.com

Helena@embroiderykc.com

913.626.6362

Helena Anderson would like to welcome you to Executive Embroidery!


Her first priority is customer satisfaction. 
She believes this can only be accomplished by providing superior service, quality products and competitive pricing. 
Executive Embroidery offers promotional products, embroidery, screen printing and a complete line of stock wear-ables. 


Helena has many ideas to create and personalize your own items to help grow your business, achieve more recognition and promote your company.  A wide range of products may be custom designed to fit your needs.  Helena will provide free consultation and delivery anywhere in the Kansas City area.
 

Helena loves what she does and looks forward to doing business with you soon!

Lara J Black, Summertree Salon


Lara J. Black, Owner

Summertree Salon

Stylist, Color Corrective Specialist
 

913.302.5305


 

Summertree Salon offers color, haircuts and perming for hair in a spa-like environment.  Lara has a private studio in her home.

 

She offers a complimentary neck and scalp massage with every haircut; and a complimentary paraffin hand dip with every chemical service.

 

Lara uses and retails salon quality products including Pureology and Kevin Murphy.  Her color line is Schwarekofp.

 

Lara has over 7 years of experience in corrective color servicing clients in Kansas City area for 15 years.

Ann Rauh, Penwell Gabel Funeral Home


Ann Rauh


Penwell Gabel

Pre-Planning Funeral Service
 
www.PenwellGabel.com


arauh@penwellgabel.com

913.768.6777

As a Family Service Associate at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home, Ann’s passion is caring for you and your family. She will help your family prepare for the future.  Advance funeral planning allows people to arrange and fund their funeral services before the need arises.


Many of us have the privilege of assisting our aging parents with their affairs. Ann can advise the best way to set funds aside to cover funeral expenses and protect assets.


Penwell-Gabel is committed to serving the families of this community. This commitment, along with facilities that are second to none, makes Penwell-Gabel a warm and friendly environment for celebrating the life of a loved one.
 

Lurena Mead, Johnson County Developmental Services


Lurena Mead

Johnson County Developmental Services

Community Manager

913.826.2626

 

 

Lurena is a veteran employee of Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) an agency of Johnson County Government.  JCDS facilitates career and personal development for Johnson County residents with developmental disabilities (DD). 

JCDS was established in 1972 through the committed efforts of parents and other DD advocates.  It has grown to serve over 500 individuals daily through a broad array of community-based programs and supports. 

Lurena maintains that JCDS is one of Johnson Counties "best kept secrets".  Her goal is to change that! 

By sharing the mission of JCDS, educating and involving our community  she hopes that Johnson County can become a community where all members are included, respected and valued.  Diversity makes the world go 'round!

Carol Miner, Balloon Garden


Carol Miner

Balloon Garden

Certified Balloon Artist

www.balloongarden.com 

BalloonGarden@aol.com

913.383.1212

Carol specializes in a variety of arts including Balloon Decor.

Our company provides memorable decor for private, corporate, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs or any celebration of Life. We started over 30 years ago with an interest in balloon animals and have been adding to our talents since then.  

I love a challenge with creating the perfect decor for any event. Please visit our web site and see some special sculptures and other decor. www.balloongarden.com

Beth Stoker, Certified Personal Trainer



Beth Stoker, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, NASM

Prairie Life Fitness Center

Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

www.PrairieLife.com

Beth.Stoker@yahoo.com

913.461.7094

Beth graduated college from Missouri Southern State University, where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Beth holds certifications from the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Beth is a former collegiate athlete and played volleyball and softball over her college career.

With 7 years of experience as a personal trainer, she has trained a wide variety of clients ranging from: fat loss, pregnancy, athletes, injuries, elderly and bodybuilders.  In 2007, she trained a long time client to become the Gold’s Classic overall figure champion. 

Her philosophy over the years has focused on helping her clients make a complete lifestyle change inside and out.  Beth’s customized programs will help guide YOU to the results YOU have been waiting for!

Lisa Eastwood, Mathnasium

Lisa Eastwood
Mathnasium

Math Learning Center

BlueValley@Mathnasium.com

www.Mathnasium.com

913.780.3545

As owner of Mathnasium, Lisa’s goal is to individualize instruction and teach math in a way that makes sense to kids.  Her center works with students of all abilities, providing enrichment, remediation and homework assistance.  Her uses of non-traditional teaching methods have helped hundreds of children gain confidence in their abilities and develop a “love” for learning. 

During Lisa’s 18-year career as a public school teacher, her focus was to empower students to become self advocates in their own learning.  She earned a MS in Special Education Teaching and a BS in Elementary Education.  Her background includes teaching at the elementary, junior high and high school levels.  She also served as an adjunct professor in the Department of Special Services and Leadership Studies at Pittsburg State University, was a mentor teacher for the Professional Development School Program and has been actively involved in promoting quality math education in her community.
 

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Bethany Spilde

Social Buzz Media

 

b@socialbuzzmedia.com

913.594.1426

Bethany Spilde is the founder of Social Buzz Media, where she focuses on helping businesses harness emerging media to reach their audiences and business goals. She has been the driving force behind several business’s strategic social media plans, as well as training company employees & service professionals on how to form and deepen relationships to increase revenue, with social media tools.

Her passion for marketing & developing her client’s businesses & personal profiles… coupled with her love for teaching and learning have dubbed her one of the top social media presenters & coaches in the region. She’s been featured in the Kansas City Star for using Facebook for Business Strategy, as well as the Kansas City Leadership Examiner, and is a part-time instructor at Johnson County Community College.  Look for Bethany's book to come out in 2010.

Her interactive & positive style will cause you to seek new ideas and identify ways you can get more out every business opportunity you encounter in your social network.

KarenTennant, Owner, FotoLinens & more
Never again settle for the ordinary



Karen Tennant, Partner

fotoLinens & more

Photo Enhanced Home Décor & Gifts
 

sales@fotoLinens.com

913.530.0745

Karen is co-owner of fotoLinens & More a web based retail business where you can create your own photo enhanced home décor and gifts. fotoLinens & More offers throw pillows, lap blankets, bed coverings, shower curtains, wall hangings, table runners, place mats, panel window curtains and ceramic tile.  Reproduce your photos on the product of your choice in vibrant colors on washable, fade resistant fabrics that will last for years.   Our ceramic tile can be installed as part of a wall, made into a trivet or coaster with the addition of gel feet or hung on a wall.  A photo can be printed on individual tile or spread over several to create whatever look you may desire. 

We also have an Image Gallery of over 200 photos available. 
Most importantly, Karen will meet with you to help design your product to ensure you receive exactly what you want whether for yourself or for a gift.  We are not restricted to only what is shown on our website and welcome custom designed products.  fotoLinens & More has expert photo specialists who review every order and can help out with photo enhancements when needed.  We are actively seeking other businesses to partner with. In addition to management, sales and production at fotoLinens & More, Karen has been part of Phi Tau Omega Sorority, a philanthropic organization since 1968 and is very active in her community.  Her philosophy is “I can’t do much about global problems but I can positively impact my little corner of the world”.

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...families for youth


Cheryl Graves, LCSW, LMSW

DowneySide Adoption

Area Director

 

Cheryl Graves, MSW, LCSW, LMSW comes to us from private practice mental health counseling where she specializes in adoptions, infertility and general practice.  Cheryl began her career serving those with addictions and chronic mental illness.  She then segued into relative/kinship adoptions and foster/adoptive parent training contracted through the State of Missouri. 


Twenty years experience in business ownership, development, fundraising, event planning and corporate life gives Cheryl a well-rounded foundation to expand awareness about the Downey Side mission.  She compassionately understands the challenges associated with building adoptive families, lasting relationships, and the adjustments family members experience through the adoption process and beyond.  Cheryl loves her work and looks forward to helping Missouri and Kansas families and children see their dreams of permanence become a reality.
  


 

Angie Lickliter, Scooter's Coffee House



Angie Lickliter

Scooter's CoffeeHouse

Owner / Catering

Angie Lickliter is the Owner of a Scooter’s Coffeehouse on the SW corner of College and Antioch. Since May of 2008, she has been living her dream of owning a business in the restaurant industry.She has worked in the restaurant industry for 23 years and in sales/marketing for 6 years. 

She believes  the combination of this experience makes her a great business owner.  Angie has lived in the Olathe for 32 years and has 2 girls who are 18 and 16.  Her husband, Mark, has been employed with the FAA for 22 years in Olathe. Scooter’s Coffee is a walk-in Coffeehouse that serves coffee, specialty drink, teas, smoothies, pastries and lunch sandwiches.  Free Wi-Fi makes Scooter’s a great place for computer work or to meet a business client.  The 2 meeting areas in the back are great to get a group together for work or fun.She is passionate about customer service and loves to get to know her customers.  She relates her store to the “Cheers” of Coffee shops.

Peggy Thoennes, Fundraising Dollars For You



Peggy Thoennes

Fund-Raising Dollars For You

Peggy has worked as a full-time fund-raising professional for over 20 years.  She has helped non-profit groups including schools, scouts, church groups, early childhood learning centers and sports teams of all kinds to fulfill their dreams and goals through fund-raising.


Services include brochures, order forms, cover letters, prizes and everything for a win-win fund-raising program. Products include cookie dough, pizzas, cakes, recycled plastic trash-bags jewelry, candles, magazines, et al.


Did you sell "Peggy's Cookies" when you were in school?  It's the same Peggy!

Angie Lickliter, Scooter's Coffee House



Angie Lickliter

Scooter's CoffeeHouse

Owner / Catering

Angie Lickliter is the Owner of a Scooter’s Coffeehouse on the SW corner of College and Antioch. Since May of 2008, she has been living her dream of owning a business in the restaurant industry.She has worked in the restaurant industry for 23 years and in sales/marketing for 6 years. 

She believes  the combination of this experience makes her a great business owner.  Angie has lived in the Olathe for 32 years and has 2 girls who are 18 and 16.  Her husband, Mark, has been employed with the FAA for 22 years in Olathe. Scooter’s Coffee is a walk-in Coffeehouse that serves coffee, specialty drink, teas, smoothies, pastries and lunch sandwiches.  Free Wi-Fi makes Scooter’s a great place for computer work or to meet a business client.  The 2 meeting areas in the back are great to get a group together for work or fun.She is passionate about customer service and loves to get to know her customers.  She relates her store to the “Cheers” of Coffee shops.

Pat Dufur, Financial Advisor Waddell-Reed


 

 
Pat Dufur

Waddell & Reed

Financial Advisor


o 816.356.8200

c 816.213.3369

Pat is a locally recognized Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed.  Her professional and personal goals and intentions are to provide value and service to her clients by utilizing her knowledge of . . . and expertise in . . . the investment industry.  

Pat is dedicated to her profession as a Financial Advisor and in helping as many people as she can to realize their dreams through financial planning and security. Prior to joining Waddell & Reed, Pat enjoyed a decades-long career in the telecommunication field.  She has worked with both an Independent Telephone Company located in the Michigan area as well as Sprint… located in Overland Park, Kansas. 

Pat,by her very nature, loves new challenges and learning new things.  This is apparent by her decision to change careers and take advantage of the opportunity to join Waddell & Reed in 2007.   She currently holds Broker/General Securities FINRA Series 7 and 66 Licenses as well as Insurance Industry Licenses in various states.
 

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