Heart of America Ethics in Business Awards Program

2008 Ethics in Business Award Nominees

2008 Heart of America
Ethics in Business Awards Nominees

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2008 Heart of America
Ethics in Business Awards

Steering Committee 

Gloria Findley-Grogger, Steering Committee Chair
Barbara Bollier, Event/Banquet Committee Chair
Michael Braude, Member at Large
David Buckley, Member at Large
Steve Cohen, Interim Dean, Baker University
Bud Cox, Ex-officio Member
Steve Heeney, Sponsorship Committee Chair
Cindy Hoss, Assistant Dean, Baker University
Don Landes, Publicity/PR Committee Chair
Jackie Myers, Member at Large
Nelson Newcomer, Member at Large
 Stan Ricketts, Member at Large
 Denny Schemmel, Selection Committee Chair
 Byron Thompson, Member at Large
 Cindy Wissinger, Nominations Committee Chair
Jimmy Woodley, Member at Large

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2008 Heart of America
Ethics in Business Awards Program

 Presented by the
Midwest Christian Counseling Center
in Collaboration with
Baker University’s School of Professional and Graduate Studies

The Purpose

The 2008 Heart of America Ethics in Business Awards Program is designed to underscore the importance of business ethics in Kansas City and to honor those businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and individuals who practice and believe in good ethics.

The Awards

Four awards will be presented this year; one individual, one not-for-profit organization, and two for-profit businesses. 2008 award recipient must demonstrate business excellence and the highest standards of ethical conduct, integrity, and civic and social responsibility.

The Process

A public announcement for nominations will begin in April 2007.  2008 marks the second year for the program in Kansas City, and we are asking friends and co-workers who have witnessed exceptional ethical behavior to nominate individuals, companies and not-for-profit organizations who they believe deserve to receive a 2008 award.  A maximum of 30 nominees will be considered.  Students from Baker University’s School of Professional and Graduate Studies will research the nominees.  A Selection Committee of business leaders will review the results of the students’ research and choose the award recipients.

The Event/Awards Presentation

The 2008 Heart of America Ethics in Business Awards will be presented on Thursday, April 17, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. during the Awards Banquet at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center.

Beneficiaries

Proceeds from the event benefit Midwest Christian Counseling Center, which is nationally accredited by the Samaritan Institute.  Funds will be used to support the Center’s mission, to subsidize the cost of counseling services provided to clients with limited financial resources, and to further the teachings of ethical business practices at Baker University’s School of Professional and Graduate Studies.

Background

The concept of the Ethics in Business Awards Program originated in 1991 when Rev. R.J. Ross of the Samaritan Institute, Dr. Bruce Hutton of the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business, and Jeff Rundles, editor of ColoradoBiz magazine teamed together to honor business persons and companies exemplifying outstanding ethical practices. Since then, the Denver program has evolved into an independent nonprofit organization called the Colorado Ethics in Business Alliance with a major annual awards luncheon, publications, and education offerings.

What is an Ethics in Business Awards Program?

An Ethics in Business Awards Program honors businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and community leaders that stand apart in their dedication to incorporate social responsibility in their employment practices, civic activities, environmental concern, and ethical conduct.  The program pays tribute to those who “do well by doing good” through an annual event sponsored by a host organization that makes awards to for-profit businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and individuals. The program has a cumulative effect, year by year increasing in community acceptance and becoming a coveted recognition.

Why Should Midwest Christian Counseling Center Be Interested?

Midwest Christian Counseling Center is nationally accredited by the Samaritan Institute. Samaritan Ministry is dedicated to the psychological, physical, and spiritual well-being of individuals, families, and groups.  What better way for this to be expressed than in recognizing the influence of employment practices and healthful working conditions on people’s mental health?  When work life and family life are improved, the mission of the Midwest Christian Counseling Center is being advanced.

“We realize that a number of people we counsel at Midwest obviously go to work each day.  And we find that companies that care about their employees provide support that is helpful in that person’s healing process. Conversely, companies that show less regard for their employees create additional stress and anxiety, oftentimes becoming the problem themselves. At Midwest we want to recognize those businesses and organizations that are supportive and encouraging of their employees. This is significant in helping with the healing process, and we want to do everything we can to support good mental health in the Kansas City community.”  

David P. Ehman, Ph.D., Executive Director

                                         Midwest Christian Counseling Center

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Midwest Christian Counseling Center
 
1957-2007 . . . Midwest Christian Counseling Center . . . Marking 50 years of quality psychological and relationship care in the Greater Kansas City area!  

 History

Midwest has served greater Kansas City continuously since its founding in 1957. It was one of the first pastoral counseling centers established in the nation.  For nearly half a century, Midwest worked with thousands of people and continually strives to treat each client with dignity and respect.  The psychological, relational and spiritual welfare of clients is our primary concern.  We are dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families achieve wholeness. The Center offers a distinctive approach by bringing faith resources and psychological skills to bear on the problems and challenges of living.

Our Clients

In 2006, Midwest Christian Counseling Center served more 1,120 people with nearly 7,125 sessions of counseling services.  Many other individuals continue to be touched through our education workshops and programs. 

Outcomes

MCCC, fully accredited by The Samaritan Institute, exists to foster greater health in individuals and families.  The Center aims to strengthen marriages and families and improve the psycho-logical health of individuals so that domestic violence will decline, children will enjoy better academic and emotional adjustment, workers will be more productive, and the harmful effects of untreated depression and anxiety will decrease.

Staff Qualifications

All of the Center’s counselors hold graduate degrees and professional accreditation, and all full time staff members are professionally licensed and belong to professional associations that relate to their areas of specialization.  Six of the nine clinical staff have formal theological training from accredited schools.

Not-for-Profit

Midwest Christian Counseling Center is a not-for-profit organization and meets all 501(c)3 guidelines.

Why Raise Money?

Midwest Christian Counseling Center seeks to serve all persons regardless of their financial resources.  While health insurance may help cover costs in some instances, of the total number of clients seen, 20 are uninsured and pay a reduced fee; 2.3% of all clients pay less than $50 per session.  The value of charitable services provided to clients not able to pay full fee totaled $60,000 this past year.  Increased support through contributions allows us to provide treatment for a greater number of clients seeking our help.

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2006 Heart of America
Ethics in Business Awards Nominees

2006 Nominees and Recipients

Businesses

• D.H. Pace Company, Inc.—Recipient Large Business

• The Roasterie, Inc.—Recipient Small Business

• Capitol Federal Savings

• cfm Distributors, Inc.

• Creative Candles

• Haren & Laughlin Construction Co.

• It’s Only Natural

• Nations Holding Company/Nations Title Agency, Inc.

• Sports Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Associates, Inc.

• stuff™

• Thomas Geha & Associates

• Watco Resources, Inc.

Individuals

• Byron Thompson—Recipient Individual Award

• Mack & Sara Colt

• Jeffrey W. Comment (Posthumous)

• Thomas M. Johnston

• Jay W. Kimball, M.D.

• Becky Oliver

• Bob Regnier

• Landon Rowland

• Dick Shaw

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2006 Heart of America
Ethics in Business Awards Sponsors

Presenting Sponsors
Mr. and Mrs. Fred L. Merrill, Sr.

 Sponsors

• Baker University
• Drs. Rene and Barbara Bollier
• Capitol Federal Savings Bank
• cfm Distributors
• Country Club Bank, Mr. Byron Thompson
• Mr. and Mrs. L.E. “Bud” Cox
• D.H. Pace Company, Inc.
• Dr. David Ehman and Rev. Carla Aday
• Francis S. Franke & Company, P.C.
• Gardner National Bank, Mr. Ralph Leno
• Thomas G. Geha and Associates, Inc.
• Dean Grogger and Gloria Findley-Grogger
• Steve and Cindy Heeney
• Cliff C. Jones
• Merrill Joslin
• Kansas City Life Insurance Company
• Donald and Cheryl Landes
• John and Diane Larsen
• Midwest Christian Counseling Center
• Missouri United Methodist Foundation
• Nexus Relocation Group, Inc.
• Stan and Deanna Ricketts
• Jack and Errett Schmid
• Shaw Electric Company
• Smith, Brown & Jones Recruiters for Management
• Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP
• Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP
• Ernest and Patricia Trammell
• Woodley Building Maintenance

Acknowledgements

• Graphic services were donated by j.schmid & assoc. inc.,
  Specialists in Direct Marketing.
   
• Portrait artist John Boyd Martin for donating his talent to
  paint a portrait of the Individual Award Recipient Mr. Byron Thompson.

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