Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition
Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition May 28, 2025INDEPENDENCE, MO – The Independence Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a leadership transition, welcoming Valerie Byrnes as its new President, effective mid-July. With more than 30 years of experience in economic development and community engagement, Valerie brings a wealth of expertise and an impressive track record of fostering business growth and innovation. She succeeds Tom Lesnak, who over the last 18 years, served
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: Unraveling the Confusion for Businesses in Independence, MO
Ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines if this injunction is overruled. Waiting could mean scrambling to meet compliance
