Centurions NOW - May 20, 2019

REMINDER! INVITE YOUR EXECUTIVES TO THE 2nd YEAR EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST

In 2016, we started hosting a breakfast for our graduating Centurions and their executives. At this breakfast, 2nd year Steering members will present your accomplishments over the last two years (Legacy project, task force topics, leaders you’ve heard from, etc.). We are continuing the tradition again this year on Wednesday, May 22 at 7:30 a.m. in the KC Chamber Boardroom (Union Station, first floor).

Executives and supervisors can RSVP by emailing Danielle Isbell. You can also register yourself and your guest on their behalf via the online calendar.

Even if you cannot attend, we still encourage you to invite your executives. This is their opportunity to see all the hard work you have put into the program over the last two years. Your executive will be confident their investment in the program will return a more engaged, educated, thoughtful, and connected leader. If your executives cannot attend, but you can, that’s great too!

CENTURIONS APPLICATION WORKSHOP

Even though we’ve wrapped up the Information Sessions, keep spreading the word about the Centurions Leadership Program. The application is now open and is due June 1, 2019. Don’t forget to tell any Centurion hopefuls about the May 22 Application Workshop in Chamber Board room at 4 p.m. Register here>>

IUC: HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Human trafficking is a $9.5 billion industry and Kansas City has become a hotbed for traffickers, in part, due to its central location in the U.S. Special Agent Craig Tremaroli (back by popular demand!) leads the FBI’s Human Trafficking task force in the Kansas City region.

Please join us on May 24 at 8 a.m. as Special Agent Tremaroli talks about why trafficking has become such an epidemic, why Kansas City is at the center of it all, who’s susceptible to trafficking and how to identify them, and what is being done to investigate and prosecute traffickers. Register here>>

LUC: MARK LARRABEE, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ARVEST BANK

What does it mean to be committed to the community, and why is it so important as a leader in KC? Join us over lunch on May 28 as Mark Larrabee, the 2018 Bernard Powell Recipient, discusses his lessons learned in giving back. As President & CEO of Arvest Bank in Greater Kansas City, Mark will additionally discuss three key strategies; including the Open Door Policy, Servant Leadership and Open Communication. Hear his key takeaways on how they have shaped his career and ultimately lead to an award winning culture in his company. Register here>>

ENGAGING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN CENTURIONS: A CANDID CONVERSATION

As our Centurions year comes to a close, the Diversity Committee invites Fall Actives to attend a breakfast presentation to discuss DEI experiences through the program, hone skills to promote a sense of inclusion and belonging within our organizations, talk about getting comfortable with DEI conversations, and learn how to be an ally in this space. Dr. Rodney Smith and Stephenie Smith, Founders and Managing Partners of Sophic Solutions, will present and facilitate the discussion. Collectively, Dr. Smith and Stephenie are leading authorities on DEI issues as well as organizational structure and operations management. They have also recently worked on the Mayor’s Race and Equity Initiative and currently lead the regionally focused Racial, Equity, and Inclusion project. We are thrilled they will lend their expertise to this important discussion. The event will be on May 31 in the World Trade Center room at Union Station from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Breakfast and coffee will be provided. We hope to see you there. Register here>>

OPERATION BREAKTHROUGH: THE CITY YOU NEVER SEE

Join us on Tuesday, June 4 at 4 p.m. at Operation Breakthrough to learn about the harsh realities of the lives of the families that Operation Breakthrough serves.

Operation Breakthrough is one of the largest single-site daycare centers in the state of Missouri, caring for over 600 children each day. 85% of these children come from families living below the poverty level. Established in 1971 the goal was to “break through” poverty.  Sadly, the need today is even greater than before.

Please know that the bus tour includes explicit testimony on such topics as domestic violence, substance abuse, and prostitution. Register here>>

SOCIAL: EVENT AT THE RIEGER

Originally established in 1887, J Rieger Co distilling was a Kansas City icon until prohibition. Decades later, the old has become new again as Andy Rieger (the great-great-great grandson of founder Jacob Rieger) has revived the brand and begun distilling Kansas City whisky again in the East Bottoms. The growth of the brand has prompted J Rieger Co to buy and redevelop the historic Heim Brewery (which also ceased operations during prohibition). During the June social, Centurions will get the chance to have the last tour of the facility before the grand opening. Come join us on June 8 from 4:30-7:00 p.m. for a chance to mingle, tour the project, and sample a great Kansas City brand. Register here>>

GRADUATION

On June 14, we’ll gather at Children’s Mercy Park to celebrate the important work that the 2nd years have accomplished and to look forward towards the leadership and service that the Centurions Leadership Program graduates will continue to bring to Kansas City for many years to come. Register here>>

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

Global Birthing Home Foundation - Mission: Global Birthing Home Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Leawood, KS. We operate a maternal and infant health center in rural southwestern Haiti, Maison de Naissance (Home of Birth), where a full suite of maternal and infant health care services are offered to all women who come for care, regardless of their circumstances.

KC Healthy Kids – Mission: To improve the health of Greater Kansas City's children by informing, advocating, and mobilizing the resources and talents of our community to improve healthy eating and active living.

KC VITAs Chamber Choir – Mission: KC VITAs is dedicated to the continued creation and performance of 'contemporary-classical' vocal music.

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

• May 20: Folly Gold Tournament
• May 20: May Uplift
• May 22: Legacy: Community LINC Mural Tracing
• May 24: Legacy: Community LINC Mural Painting + Backlash
• May 27: Course Monitors for Memorial Day Run
• May 28: Legacy: Community LINC Big Clean!
• May 29: Legacy: Community LINC Big Clean!
• June 1: Starlight Theatre | Young Friends of Starlight Moonlighter
• June 6: Legacy: Furniture Installation
• June 8: Legacy: IKEA Shopping Day
• June 8: HopeBUILDERS
• June 13: Legacy: Community LINC Final Clean + Staging

CENTURIONS APPLICATION WORKSHOP

Even though we’ve wrapped up the Information Sessions, keep spreading the word about the Centurions Leadership Program. The application is now open and is due June 1, 2019. Don’t forget to tell any Centurion hopefuls about the May 22 Application Workshop in Chamber Board room at 4 p.m. Register here>>

OPERATION BREAKTHROUGH: THE CITY YOU NEVER SEE

Join us on Tuesday, June 4 at 4 p.m. at Operation Breakthrough to learn about the harsh realities of the lives of the families that Operation Breakthrough serves.

Operation Breakthrough is one of the largest single-site daycare centers in the state of Missouri, caring for over 600 children each day. 85% of these children come from families living below the poverty level. Established in 1971 the goal was to “break through” poverty.  Sadly, the need today is even greater than before.

Please know that the bus tour includes explicit testimony on such topics as domestic violence, substance abuse, and prostitution. Register here>>

IUC: THE FUTURE OF NEWS AND JOURNALISM IN AN UNCERTAIN MEDIA LANDSCAPE

As the media, news, and journalism landscape seems to constantly evolve, have you ever wondered, “in a decade, how will I get the news or what information will matter to our community?” Join us on Friday, June 14 at 8 a.m. for this year’s first Issues Up Close program where Centurions will visit with leaders in local media, journalism, and news to discuss these and other relevant topics. The conversation will be based loosely around the theme of the future of news and journalism. But Centurions and our guests will also explore the current state of media and what it means going forward.

Panelists include Chris Hernandez, Director of City Communications for Kansas City, Missouri; Steve Kraske, host of "Up to Date" on KCUR-FM, Professor at UMKC, and longtime Kansas City Star columnist; and Jay Senter, Editor and Publisher, Shawnee Mission Post. Register here>>

LUC: TERRY BASSHAM, PRESIDENT & CEO

Join us for our June 19 IUC with Terry Bassham at 11:30 a.m. at Evergy. Terry is president and chief executive officer of Evergy. Prior to his selection as president and chief executive officer of Evergy, Inc. Bassham served as chairman and chief executive officer of Great Plains Energy, Inc. and KCP&L from June 2012 through June 2018. Register here>>

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

Global Birthing Home Foundation - Mission: Global Birthing Home Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Leawood, KS. We operate a maternal and infant health center in rural southwestern Haiti, Maison de Naissance (Home of Birth), where a full suite of maternal and infant health care services are offered to all women who come for care, regardless of their circumstances.

KC Healthy Kids – Mission: To improve the health of Greater Kansas City's children by informing, advocating, and mobilizing the resources and talents of our community to improve healthy eating and active living.

KC VITAs Chamber Choir – Mission: KC VITAs is dedicated to the continued creation and performance of 'contemporary-classical' vocal music.

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

• May 20: Folly Golf Classic
• May 23: Junior Achievement Day at Troost Elementary
• June 1: Mobile Blood Drive or Blood Drive Phone Bank
• June 5: Happy Bottoms
• June 7: Giving the Basics – PickUp Day
• June 8: Heroes for Hospice
• June 8: Downtown Outreach

ANNUAL ALUMNI LUNCHEON

Join the Centurions Alumni Association on Wednesday, June 19 for our annual luncheon and meeting where we kick off the new membership year together and learn from a local leader. Enjoy a fantastic lunch at Grand Street Café and, of course, great networking with alumni. The graduating class of 2019 is also encouraged to attend.

Andy Rieger, founder and co-owner of J. Rieger Distillery, will share his story of reviving his family’s historic brand for a new generation of cocktail connoisseurs. He will also share news on the progress of the new distillery and event space located in the East Bottoms, and plans for further development in the area. Learn more about J. Rieger & Co. and register here>>

CENTURIONS APPLICATION WORKSHOP

Even though we’ve wrapped up the Information Sessions, keep spreading the word about the Centurions Leadership Program. The application is now open and is due June 1, 2019. Don’t forget to tell any Centurion hopefuls about the May 22 Application Workshop in Chamber Board room at 4 p.m. Register here>>

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

Global Birthing Home Foundation - Mission: Global Birthing Home Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Leawood, KS. We operate a maternal and infant health center in rural southwestern Haiti, Maison de Naissance (Home of Birth), where a full suite of maternal and infant health care services are offered to all women who come for care, regardless of their circumstances.

KC Healthy Kids – Mission: To improve the health of Greater Kansas City's children by informing, advocating, and mobilizing the resources and talents of our community to improve healthy eating and active living.

KC VITAs Chamber Choir – Mission: KC VITAs is dedicated to the continued creation and performance of 'contemporary-classical' vocal music.