Centurions NOW - May 26, 2020

May 26, 2020

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Centurions

THE WAY FORWARD: RECRUITING

We have announced a few changes to the program requirements to accommodate the extraordinary circumstances caused by COVID-19. These changes will go into effect for the 2020-2021 program year. Please take note of these changes as you are talking with prospective Centurion applicants.  

  • New Application Deadline. Application deadline for the Fall Class of 2022 has been extended to July 1, 2020.
  • Reduced Tuition. Tuition reductions to $1625 (organizations with fewer than 250 employees) and $2675 (organizations with more than 250 employees) for the 2020-2021 program year to cover administrative fees and anticipated expenses for small group programming. After the 2020-2021 program year, original tuition rates of $2625 and $3675 will be reinstated.
  • Multiple Centurions Per Organization Allowed. The single participant organizational limit has been temporarily lifted for the incoming Fall Class of 2022 and Spring Class of 2023. This means that an organization can have multiple candidates in the same cohort.
  • Non-Chamber Members Can Apply. KC Chamber membership requirements at program acceptance are temporarily lifted for the incoming Fall Class of 2022 and Spring Class of 2023.

For upcoming information session time/date information, please check your cohort’s newsletter section.

FALL

ONLINE: CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS

Do you know someone who would make an excellent Centurion? Have them join us at the upcoming Centurions Application Workshop.

  • Two new virtual Information Sessions –
  • Virtual Centurions Application Workshop on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. The virtual Centurions Application Workshop will start with a brief overview of the Centurions program. From there, each candidate will be sent to virtual breakout sessions, where they will be paired up with an active Centurion. This time can be used to review applications, provide feedback and ask questions. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due July 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.

POSTPONED: LUC: TUCKER TROTTER

Postponed to later date - TBD
As Chief Executive Officer, Tucker Trotter heads up Dimensional Innovations’ gifted and capable team of designers, innovators and fabricators. Under his direction, Dimensional Innovations core focus areas in the theater, museum, sports and entertainment industries emphasize the importance of the visitor experience. Register here >>

RESCHEUDLED: LUC: KEVIN KRAMER, BOK

Tuesday, July 7, 12-1 p.m.
Kevin Kramer is Market CEO of BOK Financial, one of the largest bank holding companies in the U.S. As market CEO, he has direct responsibility for coordinating delivery of all banking services provided through BOK Financial’ s Kansas and Missouri commercial, wealth management, Food and Commodities and consumer business units. Register here >>

SPRING

THE WAY FORWARD: REFUNDS AND TRIP CREDIT

We are working hard to process and account for the $1,000 tuition refunds for the 2020-2021 program year. The refunds will be issued by July 1st, but please allow additional time for checks to arrive in the mail.

Do not forget to let Danielle (isbell@kcchamber.com) know whether you will be using that credit towards trip, or refunded by June 1. If you request a refund, please include the following information: Company Name, Mailing Address, Payment Method, Approximate Date of Payment, and Total Amount Paid. If you do not indicate whether you are requesting a refund or a trip credit by June 1, we will automatically credit the amount towards trip.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS - RETREAT RESCHEDULED FOR JUNE 24-26

Exciting news! Rain or shine, virtual or in-person, the show must go on. We have confirmed that the Spring Cohort will kick off this year on Wednesday, June 24 through Friday, June 26.

In times of great change it takes great leaders to show the way. We, Centurions, have the unique opportunity to demonstrate how to lead in our communities through unprecedented times. As we look ahead to the next year, the only certainty that we have is that we will continue to experience tremendous change in our work lives, home lives and social lives in the months to come. Therefore, we (your retreat planning committee) are taking a whole new approach to the classic Centurions Retreat and creating a virtual experience you won’t forget. While we’re sad to miss our time at The Elms, we guarantee to make retreat meaningful, memorable and keeping in the traditions of the program in a radical new format!

THE LATEST AND GREATEST FROM YOUR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

Even during a pandemic, the Spring Community Leadership Committee is committed to providing access and insight. We're coming up with creative ways for you to engage with regional leaders, and learn more about yourself as a leader - including a biweekly personality or development quiz. Share your results, get to know your fellow Spring classmates, and join the conversation! Check out the DISC Assessment by the end of today on our Learn.Serve.Lead page.

POSTPONED: LUC: TUCKER TROTTER

Postponed to later date - TBD
As Chief Executive Officer, Tucker Trotter heads up Dimensional Innovations’ gifted and capable team of designers, innovators and fabricators. Under his direction, Dimensional Innovations core focus areas in the theater, museum, sports and entertainment industries emphasize the importance of the visitor experience. Register here >>

RESCHEUDLED: LUC: KEVIN KRAMER, BOK

Tuesday, July 7, 12-1 p.m.
Kevin Kramer is Market CEO of BOK Financial, one of the largest bank holding companies in the U.S. As market CEO, he has direct responsibility for coordinating delivery of all banking services provided through BOK Financial’ s Kansas and Missouri commercial, wealth management, Food and Commodities and consumer business units. This event now occurs July 7 at 12 p.m. Register here >>

ONLINE: CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS

Do you know someone who would make an excellent Centurion? Have them join us at the upcoming Centurions Application Workshop.

  • Two new virtual Information Sessions –
  • Virtual Centurions Application Workshop on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. The virtual Centurions Application Workshop will start with a brief overview of the Centurions program. From there, each candidate will be sent to virtual breakout sessions, where they will be paired up with an active Centurion. This time can be used to review applications, provide feedback and ask questions. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due July 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.

ALUMNI

CALL FOR CENTURIONS ALUMNI BOARD MEMBERS!

The Centurions Alumni Board will soon be kicking off a brand-new year, and we're looking for a few new board members!  Jon Hile, Class of 2012, will lead the 2020-2021 Alumni Board as President. The board meets one hour per month and plans civic panels, projects and social events for alumni. We are currently filling Centurions Alumni Board positions for the 2020-2021 program year. If you are interested, please complete this brief application here. Sincere thanks to Jennifer Matney, current alumni board president, and the entire 2019-2020 board for your leadership.

ONLINE: CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS

Do you know someone who would make an excellent Centurion? Have them join us at the upcoming Centurions Application Workshop.

  • Two new virtual Information Sessions –
  • Virtual Centurions Application Workshop on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. The virtual Centurions Application Workshop will start with a brief overview of the Centurions program. From there, each candidate will be sent to virtual breakout sessions, where they will be paired up with an active Centurion. This time can be used to review applications, provide feedback and ask questions. Register here >>

The Centurions application is now open and is due June 1, 2020. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here.