Lynn Parman's guest appearances

Lynn Parman

The Slacker Morning Show

The Cocktail Hour Podcast

Bert Kreischer

Rikki Rockett

Dan Cummins

Steve Lukather

Alexa Bliss

Jay Leno

Kevin Pollak

Tony James

Matt Morris

Eric Johnson

David Crosby

Jim Gaffigan

Jane Lynch

Bill Burr

Jim Breuer

OwlTail

As Vice President of Business Development for the Kansas City Market, Lynn leads business development efforts for the Kansas City region for McCownGordon Construction. Lynn has over 20 years of broad-based experience in non-profit leadership, private industry, regional economic development, and local government management. Previous to her role with McCownGordon, Lynn served as President &amp; CEO of the American Royal Association. Lynn has also served in leadership roles in sales &amp; marketing and corporate communications for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc and worked six years as Vice President of Bioscience Development for the Kansas City Area Development Council where she directed a team in the creation, launch, and successful execution of the KC Animal Health Corridor brand. Parman also held vice president roles in economic development and business development at Lawrence Chamber of Commerce and St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce respectively. Parman holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration from Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute.

As Vice President of Business Development for the Kansas City Market, Lynn leads business development efforts for the Kansas City region for McCownGordon Construction. Lynn has over 20 years of broad-based experience in non-profit leadership, private industry, regional economic development, and local government management. Previous to her role with McCownGordon, Lynn served as President &amp; CEO of the American Royal Association. Lynn has also served in leadership roles in sales &amp; marketing and corporate communications for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc and worked six years as Vice President of Bioscience Development for the Kansas City Area Development Council where she directed a team in the creation, launch, and successful execution of the KC Animal Health Corridor brand. Parman also held vice president roles in economic development and business development at Lawrence Chamber of Commerce and St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce respectively. Parman holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration from Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute.

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2017 American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Labor Day Weekend at the Kansas Speedway Come down for the weekend and enjoy the sights and smells of the world’s largest barbecue competition! Thursday  2:00pm -  5:00pm   American Royal Celebrity Cook-Off Competition  6:00pm - 10:00pm    Fast Eddy's Texas Hold Em' Tournament* (Specific Ticket required)  Friday  12:00pm - 10:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 4:00pm - 10:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 4:30pm – 7:30pm   Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket required)  7:00pm – 12:00am    Kansas City’s Biggest and Best Party of the Year  7:30pm – 10:00pm   Jim Beam Party of the Year Judging* (Specific Ticket required)  Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 11:00am – 3:00pm   Cerner Cowtown Family Fun Fest (Included with Admission)  11:00am – 3:00pm   Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours)  11:00am – 3:00pm   Car Show (Included with Admission  1:30pm – 5:30pm   Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket Required)  5:00pm  - 9:00pm    Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours)  5:00pm - 6:30pm    Barbecue Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (during Invitational, Kids Que and Best Sauce on the Planet Awards)   Schedule of Events subject to change  Frequently Asked Questions:  What is included in my ticket purchase? •Single day and weekend entry tickets only get your entry into the event. Included in the ticket price: Entertainment on the mainstage throughout the weekend, Fireworks on Friday, Cowtown Family Fun Fest on Saturday, and entry into the Beer/Cocktail Garden. Additional activities available include Food trucks, KC Barbecue Tasting Area, Carnival rides and more.  •VIP Parking available for pre-purchase only until August 17.  •There are different ticket options available for specific VIP experiences.  Do I need to bring my ticket with me? •A ticket will be attached to your email confirmation at the conclusion of your purchase. (unless otherwise specified in your email confirmation) •You may either print and bring this ticket with you OR download the Eventbrite App which will hold your E-ticket in your account.  •If you purchased VIP Parking or RV Parking (deadline Aug 17), your ticket will not be included in your email. Your vehicle pass will be mailed to you, to the shipping address provided, prior to the event. The Eventbrite E-ticket/proof of purchase is NOT exchangeable at the event for your parking pass or gate entry.  Can I get into the parties on Friday Night?  •Teams host families, friends and colleagues in their team spaces on Friday night for events and parties. Entry into these spaces are at the discretion of the team.  •If you do not have a team space to join, the event will have live music, beer/cocktail garden, fireworks and other events in the public activation area, west of the team spaces, to enjoy the activities of Friday night.  Can I try BBQ at the World Series of Barbecue? •The event will have a tasting area where you can purchase samples of Kansas City Barbecue. This area will be located on Pit Road, west of the team spaces.  •The World Series of Barbecue competition is NOT a food sampling event. This event is a barbecue competition for teams around the world. Teams/Tents will not provide samples to the general public.  •Other food and beverage will be available for purchase at the event (cash and/or credit) Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? •The World Series of Barbecue is an all ages weekend event. Friday night hosts the biggest party of the year and some tickets (Party of the Year) do require that attendees are 21 or over. Saturday is family friendly!  •Friday – children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free.  •Saturday - children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free.  •Family Four pack tickets will be available at the gate only on Saturday only for $60.00 What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? •General Parking is will be located on the West side of the Speedway. Parking is FREE on Friday until 4:00pm. Parking is $10 per vehicle Friday 4:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday 10:30am - 9:00pm. CASH ONLY $10 per vehicle.  •VIP Parking and Preferred spots are available for purchase until August 17.  •It is recommended to arrive early on Friday (12:00pm - 4:00pm) to avoid traffic •A map will be available on our website prior to the event that shows transportation routes and parking lots to use •ADA parking will be available. Please purchase gate entry ticket prior to arrival for ease of transportation into the venue •Trams (limited) will be available at a designated tram stop to bring attendees into the infield •If you are bringing a stroller, it is advised that you pre-purchase your tickets and ride the tram into the infield.  What can/can't I bring to the event? •Weapons of any kind are prohibited •Security checks will be at the doors to check bags •No live animals, except aides to persons with disabilities are allowed at any time •Golf carts, motorized coolers, 3 or 4-wheelers or motorcycles. Rickshaws, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, Segway’s, hover boards and bicycles are also prohibited •Drones and/or any flying objects are prohibited •Alcohol is not permitted through gate entry #American Royal 2017 American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Labor Day Weekend at the Kansas Speedway Come down for the weekend and enjoy the sights and smells of the world’s largest barbecue competition! Thursday  2:00pm -  5:00pm   American Royal Celebrity Cook-Off Competition  6:00pm - 10:00pm    Fast Eddy's Texas Hold Em' Tournament* (Specific Ticket required)  Friday  12:00pm - 10:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 4:00pm - 10:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 4:30pm – 7:30pm   Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket required)  7:00pm – 12:00am    Kansas City’s Biggest and Best Party of the Year  7:30pm – 10:00pm   Jim Beam Party of the Year Judging* (Specific Ticket required)  Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 11:00am – 3:00pm   Cerner Cowtown Family Fun Fest (Included with Admission)  11:00am – 3:00pm   Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours)  11:00am – 3:00pm   Car Show (Included with Admission  1:30pm – 5:30pm   Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket Required)  5:00pm  - 9:00pm    Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours)  5:00pm - 6:30pm    Barbecue Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (during Invitational, Kids Que and Best Sauce on the Planet Awards)   Schedule of Events subject to change  Frequently Asked Questions:  What is included in my ticket purchase? •Single day and weekend entry tickets only get your entry into the event. Included in the ticket price: Entertainment on the mainstage throughout the weekend, Fireworks on Friday, Cowtown Family Fun Fest on Saturday, and entry into the Beer/Cocktail Garden. Additional activities available include Food trucks, KC Barbecue Tasting Area, Carnival rides and more.  •VIP Parking available for pre-purchase only until August 17.  •There are different ticket options available for specific VIP experiences.  Do I need to bring my ticket with me? •A ticket will be attached to your email confirmation at the conclusion of your purchase. (unless otherwise specified in your email confirmation) •You may either print and bring this ticket with you OR download the Eventbrite App which will hold your E-ticket in your account.  •If you purchased VIP Parking or RV Parking (deadline Aug 17), your ticket will not be included in your email. Your vehicle pass will be mailed to you, to the shipping address provided, prior to the event. The Eventbrite E-ticket/proof of purchase is NOT exchangeable at the event for your parking pass or gate entry.  Can I get into the parties on Friday Night?  •Teams host families, friends and colleagues in their team spaces on Friday night for events and parties. Entry into these spaces are at the discretion of the team.  •If you do not have a team space to join, the event will have live music, beer/cocktail garden, fireworks and other events in the public activation area, west of the team spaces, to enjoy the activities of Friday night.  Can I try BBQ at the World Series of Barbecue? •The event will have a tasting area where you can purchase samples of Kansas City Barbecue. This area will be located on Pit Road, west of the team spaces.  •The World Series of Barbecue competition is NOT a food sampling event. This event is a barbecue competition for teams around the world. Teams/Tents will not provide samples to the general public.  •Other food and beverage will be available for purchase at the event (cash and/or credit) Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? •The World Series of Barbecue is an all ages weekend event. Friday night hosts the biggest party of the year and some tickets (Party of the Year) do require that attendees are 21 or over. Saturday is family friendly!  •Friday – children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free.  •Saturday - children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free.  •Family Four pack tickets will be available at the gate only on Saturday only for $60.00 What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? •General Parking is will be located on the West side of the Speedway. Parking is FREE on Friday until 4:00pm. Parking is $10 per vehicle Friday 4:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday 10:30am - 9:00pm. CASH ONLY $10 per vehicle.  •VIP Parking and Preferred spots are available for purchase until August 17.  •It is recommended to arrive early on Friday (12:00pm - 4:00pm) to avoid traffic •A map will be available on our website prior to the event that shows transportation routes and parking lots to use •ADA parking will be available. Please purchase gate entry ticket prior to arrival for ease of transportation into the venue •Trams (limited) will be available at a designated tram stop to bring attendees into the infield •If you are bringing a stroller, it is advised that you pre-purchase your tickets and ride the tram into the infield.  What can/can't I bring to the event? •Weapons of any kind are prohibited •Security checks will be at the doors to check bags •No live animals, except aides to persons with disabilities are allowed at any time •Golf carts, motorized coolers, 3 or 4-wheelers or motorcycles. Rickshaws, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, Segway’s, hover boards and bicycles are also prohibited •Drones and/or any flying objects are prohibited •Alcohol is not permitted through gate entry #AmericanRoyal #AmericanRoyalBBQ #KansasCityBBQ #SlackerMorningShow101theFox #TMobile

2017 American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Labor Day Weekend at the Kansas Speedway Come down for the weekend and enjoy the sights and smells of the world’s largest barbecue competition! Thursday 2:00pm - 5:00pm American Royal Celebrity Cook-Off Competition 6:00pm - 10:00pm Fast Eddy's Texas Hold Em' Tournament* (Specific Ticket required) Friday 12:00pm - 10:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 4:00pm - 10:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 4:30pm – 7:30pm Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket required) 7:00pm – 12:00am Kansas City’s Biggest and Best Party of the Year 7:30pm – 10:00pm Jim Beam Party of the Year Judging* (Specific Ticket required) Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 11:00am – 3:00pm Cerner Cowtown Family Fun Fest (Included with Admission) 11:00am – 3:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 11:00am – 3:00pm Car Show (Included with Admission 1:30pm – 5:30pm Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket Required) 5:00pm - 9:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 5:00pm - 6:30pm Barbecue Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (during Invitational, Kids Que and Best Sauce on the Planet Awards) <code> Schedule of Events subject to change </code> Frequently Asked Questions: What is included in my ticket purchase? •Single day and weekend entry tickets only get your entry into the event. Included in the ticket price: Entertainment on the mainstage throughout the weekend, Fireworks on Friday, Cowtown Family Fun Fest on Saturday, and entry into the Beer/Cocktail Garden. Additional activities available include Food trucks, KC Barbecue Tasting Area, Carnival rides and more. •VIP Parking available for pre-purchase only until August 17. •There are different ticket options available for specific VIP experiences. Do I need to bring my ticket with me? •A ticket will be attached to your email confirmation at the conclusion of your purchase. (unless otherwise specified in your email confirmation) •You may either print and bring this ticket with you OR download the Eventbrite App which will hold your E-ticket in your account. •If you purchased VIP Parking or RV Parking (deadline Aug 17), your ticket will not be included in your email. Your vehicle pass will be mailed to you, to the shipping address provided, prior to the event. The Eventbrite E-ticket/proof of purchase is NOT exchangeable at the event for your parking pass or gate entry. Can I get into the parties on Friday Night? •Teams host families, friends and colleagues in their team spaces on Friday night for events and parties. Entry into these spaces are at the discretion of the team. •If you do not have a team space to join, the event will have live music, beer/cocktail garden, fireworks and other events in the public activation area, west of the team spaces, to enjoy the activities of Friday night. Can I try BBQ at the World Series of Barbecue? •The event will have a tasting area where you can purchase samples of Kansas City Barbecue. This area will be located on Pit Road, west of the team spaces. •The World Series of Barbecue competition is NOT a food sampling event. This event is a barbecue competition for teams around the world. Teams/Tents will not provide samples to the general public. •Other food and beverage will be available for purchase at the event (cash and/or credit) Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? •The World Series of Barbecue is an all ages weekend event. Friday night hosts the biggest party of the year and some tickets (Party of the Year) do require that attendees are 21 or over. Saturday is family friendly! •Friday – children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free. •Saturday - children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free. •Family Four pack tickets will be available at the gate only on Saturday only for $60.00 What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? •General Parking is will be located on the West side of the Speedway. Parking is FREE on Friday until 4:00pm. Parking is $10 per vehicle Friday 4:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday 10:30am - 9:00pm. CASH ONLY $10 per vehicle. •VIP Parking and Preferred spots are available for purchase until August 17. •It is recommended to arrive early on Friday (12:00pm - 4:00pm) to avoid traffic •A map will be available on our website prior to the event that shows transportation routes and parking lots to use •ADA parking will be available. Please purchase gate entry ticket prior to arrival for ease of transportation into the venue •Trams (limited) will be available at a designated tram stop to bring attendees into the infield •If you are bringing a stroller, it is advised that you pre-purchase your tickets and ride the tram into the infield. What can/can't I bring to the event? •Weapons of any kind are prohibited •Security checks will be at the doors to check bags •No live animals, except aides to persons with disabilities are allowed at any time •Golf carts, motorized coolers, 3 or 4-wheelers or motorcycles. Rickshaws, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, Segway’s, hover boards and bicycles are also prohibited •Drones and/or any flying objects are prohibited •Alcohol is not permitted through gate entry #American Royal 2017 American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Labor Day Weekend at the Kansas Speedway Come down for the weekend and enjoy the sights and smells of the world’s largest barbecue competition! Thursday 2:00pm - 5:00pm American Royal Celebrity Cook-Off Competition 6:00pm - 10:00pm Fast Eddy's Texas Hold Em' Tournament* (Specific Ticket required) Friday 12:00pm - 10:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 4:00pm - 10:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 4:30pm – 7:30pm Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket required) 7:00pm – 12:00am Kansas City’s Biggest and Best Party of the Year 7:30pm – 10:00pm Jim Beam Party of the Year Judging* (Specific Ticket required) Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm Gates Open to General Public: BBQ Marketplace, Carnival Rides, Live Local Music, Beer and Cocktail Garden, &amp; Food Vendors Open 11:00am – 3:00pm Cerner Cowtown Family Fun Fest (Included with Admission) 11:00am – 3:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 11:00am – 3:00pm Car Show (Included with Admission 1:30pm – 5:30pm Royal Tours* (Specific Ticket Required) 5:00pm - 9:00pm Taste of KC Barbecue (Open Hours) 5:00pm - 6:30pm Barbecue Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (during Invitational, Kids Que and Best Sauce on the Planet Awards) <code> Schedule of Events subject to change </code> Frequently Asked Questions: What is included in my ticket purchase? •Single day and weekend entry tickets only get your entry into the event. Included in the ticket price: Entertainment on the mainstage throughout the weekend, Fireworks on Friday, Cowtown Family Fun Fest on Saturday, and entry into the Beer/Cocktail Garden. Additional activities available include Food trucks, KC Barbecue Tasting Area, Carnival rides and more. •VIP Parking available for pre-purchase only until August 17. •There are different ticket options available for specific VIP experiences. Do I need to bring my ticket with me? •A ticket will be attached to your email confirmation at the conclusion of your purchase. (unless otherwise specified in your email confirmation) •You may either print and bring this ticket with you OR download the Eventbrite App which will hold your E-ticket in your account. •If you purchased VIP Parking or RV Parking (deadline Aug 17), your ticket will not be included in your email. Your vehicle pass will be mailed to you, to the shipping address provided, prior to the event. The Eventbrite E-ticket/proof of purchase is NOT exchangeable at the event for your parking pass or gate entry. Can I get into the parties on Friday Night? •Teams host families, friends and colleagues in their team spaces on Friday night for events and parties. Entry into these spaces are at the discretion of the team. •If you do not have a team space to join, the event will have live music, beer/cocktail garden, fireworks and other events in the public activation area, west of the team spaces, to enjoy the activities of Friday night. Can I try BBQ at the World Series of Barbecue? •The event will have a tasting area where you can purchase samples of Kansas City Barbecue. This area will be located on Pit Road, west of the team spaces. •The World Series of Barbecue competition is NOT a food sampling event. This event is a barbecue competition for teams around the world. Teams/Tents will not provide samples to the general public. •Other food and beverage will be available for purchase at the event (cash and/or credit) Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? •The World Series of Barbecue is an all ages weekend event. Friday night hosts the biggest party of the year and some tickets (Party of the Year) do require that attendees are 21 or over. Saturday is family friendly! •Friday – children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free. •Saturday - children’s tickets will be available for pre-purchase and at the door. Children must be under 12 in order to use a children’s ticket. Anyone found over the age of 12 using the children’s ticket will be charged the full amount per ticket at walk up price. Children under 5 are free. •Family Four pack tickets will be available at the gate only on Saturday only for $60.00 What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? •General Parking is will be located on the West side of the Speedway. Parking is FREE on Friday until 4:00pm. Parking is $10 per vehicle Friday 4:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday 10:30am - 9:00pm. CASH ONLY $10 per vehicle. •VIP Parking and Preferred spots are available for purchase until August 17. •It is recommended to arrive early on Friday (12:00pm - 4:00pm) to avoid traffic •A map will be available on our website prior to the event that shows transportation routes and parking lots to use •ADA parking will be available. Please purchase gate entry ticket prior to arrival for ease of transportation into the venue •Trams (limited) will be available at a designated tram stop to bring attendees into the infield •If you are bringing a stroller, it is advised that you pre-purchase your tickets and ride the tram into the infield. What can/can't I bring to the event? •Weapons of any kind are prohibited •Security checks will be at the doors to check bags •No live animals, except aides to persons with disabilities are allowed at any time •Golf carts, motorized coolers, 3 or 4-wheelers or motorcycles. Rickshaws, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, Segway’s, hover boards and bicycles are also prohibited •Drones and/or any flying objects are prohibited •Alcohol is not permitted through gate entry #AmericanRoyal #AmericanRoyalBBQ #KansasCityBBQ #SlackerMorningShow101theFox #TMobile

Lynn Parman World Series of BBQ Interview