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SUMMARY:Breakfast with LU 8 Business Manager
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with LU 8 Business Manager \nThis meeting is aimed at the business and operations managers within our member organizations.\n \nJoin Local 8 Business Manager\, Matt Harris\, to discuss shared concerns and issues within our Kansas City construction market.  Matt will discuss the issues and concerns that they are dealing with – and we’ll open the floor for questions and concerns from our business owners and operations manager.  \nPlease note that this meeting is only with Local 8 Leadership – Local 533 Leadership meeting is planned for Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026.\n \nLocation: MCAKC Knowledge Center\, 10955 Lowell Ave\,10th Floor\, Overland Park\n \nTime: 8:00 am – 9:30 am\, Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026  (Breakfast will start around 7:30 am)\n \nQuestions: Contact Stacy Zerr at 913-948-9200 \n 
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/breakfast-with-lu-8-business-manager/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue 10th Floor\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:Labor Relations
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SUMMARY:Annual Charity Golf Outing - 2026
DESCRIPTION:MCA of Kansas City’s 19th Annual\nCharity Golf Outing\n \n\n \nDust off your clubs! MCA of Kansas City is excited to host our wildly popular Charity Golf Outing.  Proceeds of this year’s event will benefit a local based non-profit\, St. Michael’s Veterans Center.  St. Michaels Veterans Center provides a vibrant community to support Kansas City veterans including affordable housing and on-location support services. \n\nEnjoy a fantastic day of golf at The National Golf Club on Monday\, September 14th.  \n\nThis is a 4-person scramble. Due to the Chiefs Home Opener that evening – please note the new\, earlier times:  Golfer check-in begins at 8 AM with a shotgun start at 9 AM (lunch and post event Happy Hour are included in your registration fee).   \nChanges this year include eliminating the Putting Competition and Fastest Hole.  The Tournament will include a Horse Race at the end with the Top 6 teams.  Each team will select (2) players that will do an alternate shot\, two-hole playoff.  Ties will be determined by a blind chip-off.   \nTeam Registration Fees: $1\,600 / Foursome\nWe will NOT be accepting Single Player Registrations for this event. Registrations are limited to teams of four.\n \n\n\nSave by pre-purchasing your raffle tickets – 10 tickets for $25 at the time of registration. The more you buy – the better your chance of winning! Just like last year\, you’ll be able to put your ticket in the bowl for the item(s) that you find most desirable.  \n\n\n  \nRegistration will open on Thursday\, June 25th for MCAKC Members at 9:00 am. Be sure to register your team ASAP – the event sells out quickly! \nSponsorship registration will open to non-members on Monday\, June 29th.   \nPlease contact Kathleen Livingston if you would like to sponsor. \nDon’t golf but want to be part of the fun? Have a coworker who needs some fresh air? We’re looking for volunteers to help with the event. We have morning\, afternoon\, or full-day volunteer shifts available. Volunteers may participate in the lunch and Happy Hour as well as the raffle. \nPlease contact Jamie Mikelson if you would like to volunteer.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/annual-charity-golf-outing/
LOCATION:6700 N. National Drive\, Kansas City\, 64152\, US
CATEGORIES:Signature Event
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with LU 533 Business Manager
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with LU 533 Business Manager \nThis meeting is aimed at the business and operations managers within our member organizations.\n \nJoin Local 533 Business Manager\, Kevin Hendrickson\, to discuss shared concerns and issues within our Kansas City construction market. Kevin will discuss the issues and concerns that they are dealing with – and we’ll open the floor for questions and concerns from our business owners and operations manager.  \nPlease note that this meeting is only with Local 533 Leadership – Local 8 Leadership meeting is Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026.\n \nLocation: MCAKC Knowledge Center\, 10955 Lowell Ave\, Suite 1050\, Overland Park\, KS 66210\n \nTime: 8:00 am – 9:30 am\, Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026  (Breakfast will start around 7:30 am)\n \nQuestions: Contact Stacy Zerr at 913-948-9200 
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/breakfast-with-lu-533-business-manager/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue 10th Floor\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:Labor Relations
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SUMMARY:Preventing Burnout Before It Starts - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Live Virtual Course Via Zoom \nThursday\, September 17\n11:00 AM –  1:00 PM \nBurnout can build gradually\, often showing up long before someone realizes they are running on empty. In this interactive webinar\, Eric Herdman will help participants recognize the early warning signs of burnout\, understand high-functioning burnout and the difference between burnout and everyday stress\, and identify the personal and professional factors that can drain energy over time. \nParticipants will learn practical strategies for preventing burnout before exhaustion begins to affect performance and well-being. The session will explore boundary-setting techniques for managing workload and expectations\, assertive communication strategies to help prevent overload\, and simple daily habits or “micro-resets” that can sustain energy\, focus\, and clarity. Participants will also identify their own energy drains and energy sources so they can make more intentional choices about workload\, boundaries\, and recovery. \nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with practical tools they can begin using immediately\, including two to three daily strategies for maintaining energy and focus\, along with a personal action plan designed to proactively reduce burnout risk and support long-term resilience. \nCost: There is no charge for employees of Contractors Signatory to Local 8 & 533 and MCAKC Associate Members. \nInstructor\nEric Herdman is a dynamic speaker\, author\, and organizational development expert with over 30 years of experience helping leaders and teams strengthen communication\, build trust\, and manage conflict effectively. He has delivered more than 1\,000 in-person and virtual events\, impacting over 100\,000 professionals across a wide range of industries\, including construction and the trades. With a degree in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University and a background as an ultra-endurance athlete\, completing 103 triathlons and 35 ultra-marathons\, Eric brings a unique perspective on performance\, resilience\, and leadership under pressure.   \nCancellation Policy\nCancellations for this MCAKC event must be received at least 2 business days prior to the event by email to learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”)\, except in the case of an emergency\, will be invoiced $150 per day.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/preventing-burnout-before-it-starts-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Kansas Sales & Compensating Use Tax for Construction Contractors
DESCRIPTION:Registration Information \n\nEmployees of MCAKC Signatory Contractors and Associate Member companies may attend this course at no cost through MCAKC. \nMCAKC registers participants directly with JCCC. Click the button below to request registration.\n \nThis presentation by the Kansas Department of Revenue specifically targets construction contractors and subcontractors.  The workshop covers how sales tax applies  to materials and labor\, project exemption certificates\, sales tax returns\, and billing. \nCost: FREE to employees of Signatory Contractors and Associate Members. \nThis seminar has been approved by the Contractor Licensing Review Board of Johnson County.\nApproved for: ‘Non-Code’ Credit. \nCEU: 0.25 \n\nRegistration\, Cancellation & Attendance Policy\nThe following policies apply to JCCC Continuing Education courses registered through MCAKC. \nCancellation Policy\nCancellation requests must be received at least four (4) business days prior to the first day of class by email at learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel within the required timeframe and do not attend (“No Shows”) may be charged the full registration cost incurred by MCAKC. \nTransfer Policy\nRegistrations may be transferred to a another course offering or class date. Transfer requests must be submitted in writing at least four (4) business days prior to the first day of the originally scheduled course. \nA $50 transfer fee will apply to all approved transfer requests.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/kansas-sales-compensating-use-tax-for-construction-contractors-3/
LOCATION:12345 College Blvd.\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:JCCC Seminar
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SUMMARY:StrengthsFinder 2.0
DESCRIPTION:*Required Prerequisite Course in Propel Leadership Series. \nDiscover Your Strengths. This StrengthsFinder workshop helps individuals and teams discover their unique talents for greater team engagement\, performance\, and improved business outcomes. In this workshop we’ll focus on each participant’s Top 5 Strengths as we cover all 34 talents. Learn the top 5 talents that represent the best of you.\nAt this seminar’s conclusion\, you will be able to: \n\nArticulate your top 5 talents.\nExplain your dominant talents.\nPut your talents to use in the workplace and at home.\nAppreciate and leverage the strengths of others.\nRecognize a team’s asset and deficits.\n\n\nYou will be required to complete an online assessment prior to attending the class. \nTarget Audience\nAnyone interested in individualized professional and personal development.\n \n \nCEUs: 0.4\n \n   Cost:  \nThere is no charge for employees of MCAKC Member Contractors Signatory to Local 8 & 533. \n$100 for Non-Members Signatory to Local 8 & 533.\n$150 for Associate Members. \nInstructor\nDr. Sondra Cave is a gifted communicator and frequent speaker. Dr. Cave has been recognized by the Gallup organization with the “Strengths-Architect” Award for her work writing strengths curriculum and training seminars. She has been involved with the Gallup Organization and strengths development since 2001. Sondra is the founder and director of Strengths and Leadership Consulting. She spent 18 years at MidAmerica Nazarene University serving as a professor and chair of the Sociology department. She earned her doctorate degree in Educational Leadership. \n \nSondra’s top 5 strengths are: Achiever\, Discipline\, Focus\, Significance\, Competition \nCancellation Policy\nCancellations for this MCAKC event must be received at least 2 business days prior to the event by email to learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”)\, except in the case of an emergency\, will be invoiced $100.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/strengthsfinder-2-0/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Avenue\, Suite 1050\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:Half-Day Seminar
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SUMMARY:Setting Up Your Team for Success – The Team (LiFT Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:This seminar is included in the LiFT Level 2 Project Management Program. Individual seminar registration is subject to availability. \n\nSuccessful projects begin with strong teams. In this seminar\, participants will learn how to establish effective project teams by defining roles and responsibilities\, improving team dynamics\, and creating a culture of accountability and collaboration. Participants will explore the characteristics of high-performing teams and develop strategies for aligning team performance with organizational goals and project objectives.\n \nBecause communication plays a critical role in team success\, participants will also examine communication and listening styles\, identify barriers to effective communication\, and learn techniques for improving interactions with team members\, customers\, and stakeholders.\n \nAt the end of this seminar\, participants will be able to:\n \n\nIdentify five root causes of dysfunctional teams.\nDefine project team roles and responsibilities and develop a team code of culture.\nImplement strategies for improving team dynamics.\nAlign individual and team performance goals with organizational goals and strategic initiatives.\nIdentify various listening\, questioning\, and communication styles.\nIdentify their personal communication style and recognize the styles of others.\nDescribe barriers to effective communication and improve overall communication effectiveness. \n\nTarget Audience:  \nProject Managers with 3–7 years of experience who have established project management fundamentals and are ready to develop more advanced leadership\, financial\, and project management competencies. \nCEUs: 0.4 \nCost: There is no charge for employees of MCAKC Member Contractors Signatory to Local 8 & 533. \n$100 for Non-Members Signatory to Local 8 & 533.\n$150 for Associate Members.\n \nInstructor\nGary Polain is the Principal of OzMosis Leadership. A native-born Western Australian\, he began his professional career as a mechanical engineer specializing in power station design\, dust pollution control\, and mine ventilation systems. Over the past three decades\, Gary has built an accomplished career in leadership development\, executive coaching\, team development\, and organizational effectiveness.\n \nA highly regarded speaker\, facilitator\, and coach\, Gary has trained and coached thousands of professionals throughout Australia\, Canada\, the United States\, and England. He works with organizations to strengthen leadership\, improve team performance\, and create measurable behavioral change that drives organizational success. \nCancellation Policy\nCancellations for this MCAKC event must be received at least 2 business days prior to the event by email to learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”)\, except in the case of an emergency\, will be invoiced $100.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/setting-up-your-team-for-success-the-team-lift-level-1/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Ave\, Suite 1050\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:Half-Day Seminar
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SUMMARY:StrengthsFinder 2.0 Team Building (Propel 1)
DESCRIPTION:This seminar is included in the Propel 1 Leadership Series. \n\nPrerequisite for this seminar is “StrengthsFinder 2.0 Fundamentals”. \nIn the fundamentals course students learned about themselves and how to utilize their top 5 Strengths.  \nIn this team building course\, student take that preliminary knowledge and learn how to use Strengths to build effective teams. This course is based on decades of Gallup research and analytics detailing what the greatest team members and leaders do differently to improve performance. You’ll gain the tools\, techniques and practical experience you need to lead teams in ways that are strengths-based\, engagement-focused and performance-oriented. \nTarget Audience: Emerging Leaders and individuals interested in individualized professional and personal development. \nCEUs: 0.4 \nCost: There is no charge for employees of MCAKC Member Contractors Signatory to Local 8 & 533. \n$100 for Non-Members Signatory to Local 8 & 533.\n$150 for Associate Members.\n \nInstructor\nDr. Sondra Cave is a gifted communicator and frequent speaker. Dr. Cave has been recognized by the Gallup organization with the “Strengths-Architect” Award for her work writing strengths curriculum and training seminars. She has been involved with the Gallup Organization and strengths development since 2001. Sondra is the founder and director of Strengths and Leadership Consulting. She spent 18 years at MidAmerica Nazarene University serving as a professor and chair of the Sociology department. She earned her doctorate degree in Educational Leadership. \n \nSondra’s top 5 strengths are: Achiever\, Discipline\, Focus\, Significance\, Competition \nCancellation Policy\nCancellations for this MCAKC event must be received at least 2 business days prior to the event by email to learn@mcakc.org or by phone at 913-948-9200. \nRegistrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”)\, except in the case of an emergency\, will be invoiced $100.
URL:https://mcakc.org/event/strengthsfinder-2-0-team-building-included-in-propel-1-series/
LOCATION:10955 Lowell Ave\, Suite 1050\, Overland Park\, 66210\, US
CATEGORIES:Half-Day Seminar
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