Welcome to this week’s Chamber Connection! Inside you’ll find important updates from the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Earned Paid Sick Time, details on the upcoming She Leads Women’s Conference, and keep up with community news including information on Branson’s premier golf tournament.

With the passage of HB 567, Missouri has officially repealed the Earned Paid Sick Time mandate created by Proposition A. This mandate placed heavy costs and burdens on businesses, forcing many to overhaul policies and cut staff.

Signed by Gov. Mike Kehoe, the new law takes effect Thursday, August 28, 2025. 

To help employers navigate what this change means, we've put together an FAQ with best practices and key guidance.

Imagine a day where every conversation and every speaker is there to lift you up. That’s the promise of this year’s She Leads conference. Featuring keynote Mary Kellogg and an extraordinary lineup of women leaders, it’s a space for inspiration, authentic connection, and growth. Be moved by powerful stories, challenged by fresh ideas, and energized by networking with fellow change-makers. This is your chance to invest in yourself and leave with renewed purpose.

Get ready for the 2025 Ozark Mountain Shootout! Join us on Johnny Morris's stunning Cliffhangers, the most extraordinary par-3 course on Earth. Your team of four will experience dramatic elevation changes and panoramic views, all while supporting the Chamber and the Branson/Lakes Area's rise as a premier golf destination.

Join the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber & CVB as we provide an update at the Annual Board Meeting for the TCED on Thursday, August 28 at 2:00pm in the Council Chambers at Branson City Hall. The team will share a brief summary of achievements from 2024, what's been accomplished in 2025 year-to-date, and exciting opportunities in the future. This is your chance to hear about the wonderful things being done to promote the destination, invite millions to Explore Branson, and tell the story of why they should choose our location for vacation. 

For Competitors:  Get ready to compete! The XTERRA Branson Mountain Man is back on September 13, 2025, at beautiful Table Rock Lake State Park. Prepare to test your endurance on our challenging course. Sign up now to be a part of this premier event and take on the adventure of a lifetime. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line! To sign up, click register.

For Volunteers:  The XTERRA Branson Mountain Man is returning on September 13, 2025, and we need your help! We are seeking volunteers for key roles, including aid stations, event setup and takedown, trail guiding, and sweeping. If you're available to lend a hand, please consider joining us at Table Rock Lake State Park to help make this an incredible event. 

Branson Area Lodging Association to host the KC 2026 & Missouri Division of Tourism luncheon on September 16, 2025, at 11:30 am. The Economic impact of 2026 World Cup will be shared. This luncheon is open to the public. For more information, click on the Learn More button.

Branson has been nominated for USA Today's "Best Place to Visit for Fall"! Let's show the world how much we love it here. Please vote for Branson daily and share this link on your social media to rally support before ballots close on September 8th. Let's get Branson in the top 10!

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