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Committee Descriptions
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Bar Relations Committee
The Bar Relations Committee has the prime responsibility of improving the Chapter's visibility and credibility through relationship with the local bar associations. The committee promotes the successful development of office management practices in law firms and other legal entities through valuable training opportunities.  
Committee Chair:  Pat Zoll
Committee Vice Chair: Brian Larios

Community Service Committee
The Community Service Committee coordinates the Chapter's annual Community Challenge project. This involves research and recommendations to the KCALA Board regarding opportunities of service, as well as organizing the event and soliciting participation.    
Committee Chair:  Janet Gooch
Committee Vice Chair: Ann Cripe

Compensation and Benefits Survey Committee
The Compensation and Benefits Survey Committee produces and distributes the Chapter's annual compensation and benefits survey through a third party vendor. The committee distributes survey results to all participating firms. Results are also made available to non-member firms as well as administration in other industries.   
Committee Chair: Jeannie Foster
Committee Vice Chair: Janelle Hegarty

Diversity Committee
The Diversity Committee promotes diversity within KCALA and area law firms. The committee facilitates the Chapter's involvement in the Heartland Diversity Job Fair as well as other diversity opportunities within the community.     
Committee Chair:  Stacie Ferschweiler
Committee Vice Chair: Carma Baldwin

Membership Committee
The Membership Committee has the prime responsibility for recruitment of prospective members of the Chapter, as well as retention of current membership. The committee welcomes new KCALA members by acting as a resource for questions and inviting them to KCALA meetings and functions. They make an ongoing effort to improve resources, programs and events.  
Committee Chair: Shirley Mitchell
Committee Vice Chairs: Kris Staudenmyer, Kim Jackson, Becky Simmons

Newsletter Committee
The Newsletter Committee has the responsibility for preparing and circulating the Chapter's newsletter, the Hearsay. The primary purpose of the Hearsay is to keep our membership apprised of upcoming events and programs, highlight national ALA programs and benefits, and remind members of ALA guidelines. 
Committee Chair:  Annette Gutierrez
Commitee Vice Chair: Rhonda Blanner
Photographer: Teri Young

Programs and Education Committee
The Programs and Education Committee arranges educational programs for the monthly lunch meetings, scheduling speakers to address current trends in the legal and business community. The committee identifies topics of interest, contacts and confirms speakers, and coordinates the evaluation process. The five 5 areas of important knowledge as identified by ALA are: Communications & General Management, Financial Management, Human Resources, Legal Industry, and Office Operations Management.   
Committee Chair: Tina Mateski Committee Vice Chair: Gayla Kellog

Vendor Relations Committee
The Vendor Relations Committee works to enhance member relationships with chapter vendors by recognizing vendors at KCALA events and on our website. Financial support from vendors helps defray costs of KCALA events, scholarships awarded to national and regional ALA conferences, and other Chapter expenses. 
Committee Chair: Christine Sztorch
Committee Member: Gayla Kellog

 

Website Committee
The Website Committee is responsible for the development and ongoing administration of the Chapter website, ensuring up-to-date information regarding events and members. The committee strives to maintain a "state of the art" site and welcomes all input.  
Committee Chair:  Emilio Liwang
Committee Vice Chair: Mary Iseman

 

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