Heartland Black Chamber

Lunch & Learn - Insurance Benefits with AYG
2026-02-18 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Please join us for an informational lunch meeting with Trina Payne, with AYG Insurance, to share how our members can use benefits.

Public Speaking for Black Entrepreneurs | Toastmasters Club KC
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | 9100 Ward Parkway 64114
Join the Heartland Black Chamber’s Toastmasters District 22 Club in Kansas City. Build public speaking skills, leadership, and confidence in a supportive space for Black business owners and professionals.
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History Maker Awards Breakfast
2026-02-27 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | 1010 Grand Ave. Kansas City, MO., 1010 Grand Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64106, United States
Join the Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce for the History Maker Awards Breakfast, proudly presented by UMB Bank, as we honor and present awards to today’s changemakers shaping Black history.
This special morning gathering celebrates Black excellence, leadership, and impact across our community. Enjoy breakfast, meaningful networking, and an awards program recognizing individuals and organizations who are creating lasting change and paving the way forward.
Come celebrate Black History. Not just where we’ve been, but where we’re going.

Small Business Roundtable with Ryana Parks-Shaw
2026-03-03 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | 9100 Ward Parkway Kansas City, MO 64114, 9100 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO, 64114, United States
Join us for an evening with Mayor Pro Tem, Ryana Parks-Shaw, and fellow business owners to share ideas on how to strengthen KC’s small business community.
HEARTLAND BLACK CHAMBER & THE HISPANIC CHAMBER

State of the Chamber | World Cup Readiness & Business Innovation
2026-03-12 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | 9100 Ward Parkway 64114
Join the Heartland Black Chamber for our Q1 State of the Chamber meeting as we pivot our focus toward one of the most significant economic opportunities in our region’s history: World Cup Readiness.
As the global stage prepares to arrive, we want to ensure our business community is not just watching from the sidelines but is actively participating and prepared for the influx of commerce and innovation.
What to Expect:

World Cup Experts Committee: Get an exclusive “behind-the-scenes” update on the current state of preparations. We will discuss where we currently stand, the initiatives in motion, and the critical steps local businesses need to take right now to be “World Cup Ready.”

Business Innovation with Commerce Bank: We are pleased to welcome representatives from Commerce Bank for a special presentation. They will provide essential insights into modern Point of Sale (POS) systems to ensure your transaction tech is up to speed for high-volume crowds. Additionally, they will share directional flyers and resources to help guide your business growth during this season of innovation.

Why Attend?
This is more than a meeting; it’s a strategic briefing. Whether you are looking to scale your operations or simply want to understand the timeline of the World Cup’s impact on our local economy, this session will provide the roadmap you need.
Prepare your business. Position your brand. Innovate for the future.

Toastmasters District 22 Club KC | Public Speaking for Black Entrepreneurs
2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | 9100 Ward Parkway 64114
Join the Heartland Black Chamber’s Toastmasters District 22 Club in Kansas City. Build public speaking skills, leadership, and confidence in a supportive space for Black business owners and professionals.
Your first one is free. Please feel free to join us on the 2nd or 4th Wednesday.
Click the link to signup and add it to your calendar!

Ageless Adventures Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2026-07-25 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | 2121 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 64127
Join the Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Ageless Adventures, a new adult day program dedicated to providing compassionate elder care while fostering meaningful intergenerational connections in our community.
After redefining childcare for Kansas City’s 24-hour workforce through KD Academy, founder Myron McCant is expanding his vision once again and creating a space where older adults can receive quality care, build community and thrive with dignity.
A special thank you to our partners who’s support made this milestone possible:

The City of Kansas City
Economic Development Corporation (EDC)
Central City Economic Development (CCED)
Prospect Business Association
Security Bank of Kansas City
Nexus 5 Group
Exact Architects

Come join us on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM to celebrate this incredible achievement and help us welcome Ageless Adventures to the Prospect Avenue corridor.
We look forward to seeing you there 🌟

Toastmasters District 22 Club KC | Public Speaking for Black Entrepreneurs
2026-08-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-11-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | 9100 Ward Parkway 64114
Join the Heartland Black Chamber’s Toastmasters District 22 Club in Kansas City. Build public speaking skills, leadership, and confidence in a supportive space for Black business owners and professionals.
Your first one is free. Please feel free to join us on the 2nd or 4th Wednesday.
Scroll down to RSVP for free, then add it to your calendar!

Heartland Black Chamber Holiday Gala 2026 | One United Heartland
2026-12-12 17:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Unity Village 1901 NW Blue Pkwy, Lee’s Summit, MO 64065
An evening of celebration, connection, and purpose: honoring the people and businesses building a stronger Heartland.
The Heartland Black Chamber Holiday Gala is where our community gathers to celebrate a year of progress and toast the year ahead. Expect an elegant dinner, live entertainment, meaningful connection, and the honoring of the entrepreneurs and leaders moving the Heartland forward. It’s a night of purpose and joy in equal measure, and a chance to stand alongside the people investing in Black business across Kansas City.
