Kannapolis Business Alliance

The Kannapolis Business Alliance is a new group that has formed to support business growth and community needs in Kannapolis. It was formed by three Kannapolis business owners: Dacia Cress of Yoga Moxie Studio, David DePompa of DePompa’s Comfortable Foods, and Steven Blinsink of Armor Insurance. At last night’s meeting, members voted in two new board members: David Miller of American Property Managers, and Tim Mueller with the Kannapolis Intimidators.

The group is keeping abreast of various events and activities happening in Kannapolis and participating where appropriate. For example, they are working with the Cabarrus Events Association to use Kannapolis businesses where possible for the events that CEA puts on in Kannapolis. KBA will develop a more detailed work plan over the coming months.

KBA meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:15pm. You can find updates on their Facebook page (look up “Kannapolis Business Alliance”) as well as their website.

Kannapolis Intimidators Strong Community Partners

I had the opportunity to have lunch with Tim Mueller, vice president of the Kannapolis Intimidator’s today. Our meeting wasn’t related to city government (we were chatting about the Cabarrus Literacy Council), but something he gave me at the end was really interesting.

Tim has compiled a summary of their 2009 season. There are attendance numbers — all-time record of 132,342 — the team’s fantastic season — 82-57 — and information about White Sox prospects playing on the team.

That’s all great, but what really struck me was the strong community involvement from the team. High school and middle school baseball tournaments. Charitable events in partnership with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Cabarrus Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity, the Jimmy Murphey Fund, Cooperative Christian Ministry, Greyhound Rescue Mission, Red Cross, Cabarrus S.A.F.E Kids and I’m sure others not mentioned.

I think that’s fantastic. The city and larger community is blessed to have such a great corporate citizen.