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Join The Chamber for a panel discussion and learn more about the Big 5 Initiative to move UMKC’s world-class art programs downtown and the economic impact of the arts community!

Did you know the arts contribute about $300 million to the Kansas City economy each year? The arts spur business growth, attract tourism and impact over 10,000 jobs in Kansas City each year. Join us for a discussion on how creativity is building a thriving economy in our region!

Friday, April 6

1617 Event Space above Nara

1617 Main Street

Kansas City, MO 64108

4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.- Networking

4:30 to 5:30 p.m.- Panel

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.- Wine and Networking

       Performance by the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance

Chamber Member- Free

Non-member- $25.00 

Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres

Please RSVP by Friday, March 30 to Katie Daily at daily@kcchamber.com

Featured Panelists:

·         Mr. Julián Zugazagoitia, Director and CEO, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

·         Harlan Brownlee, President and CEO, The Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City

·         Peter Witte, Dean, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance

·         Cynthia Rider, Managing Director, The Kansas City Repertory Theatre

·         David Fowler, Managing Partner, KPMG LLP

Moderator:

·         David Oliver, Chairman, Berkowitz Oliver Williams Shaw & Eisenbrandt LLP

For more information, please contact Katie Daily at 816.374.5472 or daily@kcchamber.com