Former Independence, MO Mayor Weir Now Leading LGBT Chamber Of Commerce

An update on a local pioneer still leading the local charge for equity.

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Check Eileen Weir's new gig as she keeps a much higher profile than the low-key motivational speaker who replaced her . . .

Here's the update . . .

Under Eileen Weir’s leadership, Independence revised its personnel policies to extend health benefits to domestic partners and became the second city in Jackson County, MO to prohibit conversion therapy.

She is a former member of Mayors Against LGBT Discrimination. Weir began her career in Public Relations with the Kansas City Chiefs. She is the owner of Impress KC, specializing in economic and community development. She currently serves on the boards of directors for the Truman Library Institute, University Health and HCA Centerpoint Medical Center.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Eileen Weir Named Interim Executive Director of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce

The Board of the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce is pleased to name Eileen Weir as Interim Executive Director, effective July 11.