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Mission Statement:The Future Unrivaled Emerging Leaders (F.U.E.L.), an initiative of the Independence Chamber of Commerce, provides young professionals the opportunity to increase community involvement, social interaction, and business development skills.
2.14.2011F.U.E.L. will be particpating in theIndependence Chamber of CommerceBusiness Expo. Show your support for the business community by attending this great event. Doors open at 10 am. Hilton Garden Inn - Independence.10.13.10F.U.E.L. presented their plans for the upcoming year to the Independence Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors05.25.10F.U.E.L. members will be volunteering for the 30th Annual Chamber Golf Classic on June 8th, 2010. Please support the Independence Chamber and F.U.E.L.For more information please visit independencechamger.org05.10.10F.U.E.L. is now on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn.05.06.10Thank you to all members and new members that joined the Cinco De Mayo social event. It was a great time and beautiful night to celebrate.03.25.10First F.U.E.L Meeting took place. Thank you for everyone that was able to attend.
10.25.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmOctober Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community.9.27.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmSeptember Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community.8.22.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmAugust Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community.7.26.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmJuly Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community. REGISTER5.24.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmMay Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community. REGISTER4.26.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmApril Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community. REGISTER3.22.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmMarch Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community. REGISTER3.10.2011 - 10 am - 4 pmICC Business ExpoHilton Garden Inn19677 East Jackson DriveF.U.E.L. has a booth at the Expo and a great opportunity to network and boost membership. If you have time, stop on by...the F.U.E.L. booth will draw a crowd!2.22.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pmFebruary Social Networking MeetingHereford House19721 East Jackson Drive Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community.12.09.10 - 5 pmDecember Networking MeetingIndependence Chamber of CommerceMeeting will be held in the board roomHoldiay theme-Don't miss this special event! REGISTER HERE11.09.10 - 5 pmNovember Networking MeetingIndependence Chamber of CommerceMeeting will be held in the board room10.30.10Halloween ParadeHistoric Independence Square1:30 pm - 4:30 pmF.U.E.L. will be volunteering for the 62nd Annual Halloween ParadeIf you would like to volunteer with F.U.E.L.contact James Hobbs at jhobbs_independencechamber.org07.20.10July Member MeetingIndependence Chamber of CommerceMeeting will be held in the board room07.15.10Feel The Ryhtm with F.U.E.L.Sounds on the Square Concert and Movie Series located on the Historical Independence Square. Event starts at 6:30pm, click here for more information.06.15.10June Member MeetingCourthouse Exchange (outside patio)113 West Lexington AvenueIndependence, MO 64050-3705Time: 6:00pm06.10.10Bowling With F.U.E.L.Diamond Bowl218 North Osage StreetIndependence, MO 64050Time: 5:30pm Cost: $5 includes 2 games of bowling and shoes!

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Executive Board

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Committee Chairs

President:Zan Mckinney (City of Independence)Vice President: Greg Finke (Stewardship Capital, LTD.)Secretary: Krista Paul (Lee's Summitt School District) Treasure:Matt Brown (M & I Bank)
Social:Mai Vang (City of Independence)Philanthropy:Mindi Finke (Mindi Finke Bookkeeping & Payroll, LLC)Recruitment:Victoria Easley (Columbia College)Marketing/PR:Melissa Wunder (Premium Financing Specialists)
FUEL members come together to help develop their business skills, work together to better the community, and grow as leaders through interacting with other members. Members are provided the opportunity to volunteer in the community, attend business seminars and have fun with members of FUEL and the community. Members come from a wide range of careers throughout the community with one goal, to become a Future Unrivaled Emerging Leader (FUEL).There are many ways you can get involved.•Volunteer in a variety of activities throughout the community•Recruit new members to help better FUEL•Have fun with peers in a casual environment•Looking for a more active role? Join one of the four committees.
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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

SOCIAL INTERACTION

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

FUEL provides a chance for young professionals to give back to the community. Through community involvement, FUEL members get the chance to connect to their community as well as grow individually as a leader. As members, there are varieties of volunteer opportunities to get involved in, make sure to check back for the upcoming opportunities.
FUEL presents a great opportunity to meet young professionals in the community. Through our social events, we help to connect young professionals from all different careers in a fun and casual environment. Social events will take place once a month for members to network, have fun, and recruit new members.
FUEL offers its members the ability to take part in lectures, seminars, business training, and round table discussions with business leaders to aid in development of their business skills. As young professionals, having the opportunities to develop new skills surrounded by peers, just like you, makes the learning experiences fun and more applicable.
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Member Meeting

Philanthropy

Social Event

New Member Meeting

Location: Independence Chamber of Commerce

Meeting held in board room

F.U.E.L. Exec meets every quarter with new/potential members for orientation.

Date: TBD

Time: TBD

10.25.2011 - 5 pm - 7:30 pm

October Social Networking Meeting

Hereford House

19721 East Jackson Drive

Had a long day at work? Come socialize with Young Professionals in the Independence Community.

F.U.E.L. meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Hereford House.

F.U.E.L. is currently working on a 5K run! Check back for more details.

CONTACT

F.U.E.L. A sponsored organziation of the Independence Chamber of Commerce

210 W. Truman Rd.

P.O. Box 1077

Independence, MO 64051

www.independencechamber.org

This Month's Sponsor Is..

At Columbia College Kansas City, everything we do is geared toward helping working adults improve their lives through higher education. Whether you want to finish a degree you started years ago or are attending college for the first time, we'll help you reach your goal of earning an affordable college degree. We offer accredited associate, bachelors, and masters degrees both on campus and online. For more information, visit www.ccis.edu/kansascity .

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