Centurions NOW - November 14, 2022

LUC: PETER MALLOUK

November 15, 2022
8-9:30 a.m.
Leading with Giving Back in Mind. Peter Mallouk, JD, MBA, is the President and CEO of Creative Planning, LLC, a nationally recognized independent wealth advisory firm with approximately $225 billion in combined assets under management & advisement for clients in all 50 states and abroad, as of December 31, 2021. Creative Planning provides comprehensive wealth management services to its clients, including investment management, financial planning, tax planning, retirement plan consulting, estate planning services, and charitable planning. Peter has been named the #1 Financial Advisor in America 3 times by Barron’s and Creative Planning has been named the #1 firm in America by CNBC, Barron’s and RIA Channel, published by Forbes. Peter will provide a unique view of reinventing how to grow an institution during a pandemic while expanding philanthropic ventures. Register here >>

HOLIDAY POP UP SOCIAL

November 16, 2022
6-10:00 p.m.
Join us for a holiday-themed pop-up social at the Conductor Club on the second floor inside Union Station! Enjoy a night filled with holiday cheer inside the beautifully themed Conductor Club. Food and drinks will be provided from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Register here >>

DEAF CULTURAL AWARENESS TRAINING

November 17, 2022
5:30-8:00 p.m.
There are an estimated 11 million deaf people in the United States and over 10,000 deaf individuals here in the Greater Kansas City area. In order to promote cultural competency and provide equitable experiences for our community members who are deaf and hard of hearing, Centurions will be visiting The Whole Person. Independent Living Advocate-Deaf Services Micki Keck will be leading us through their Deaf Cultural Awareness Training and basic ASL workshop. Register here >>

CHILI COOK OFF

December 8, 2022
4-7:00 p.m.
Bring your best chili recipe to share and a competitive spirit and see if you have what it takes to be the Pinnacle Chili Cook Off Winner! We will host the cook off at Lockton where you will have a great view of the Plaza Lights! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place. Judging will occur at 6:00! 'Tis the Season to Rock Ugly Sweaters--so get your best one ready! 1st Place Prize available! Register here >>

2023 LEGACY PROJECT SELECTION SOCIAL

December 9, 2022
5-7:00 p.m.
It's time to select the legacy project for 2023! After interviewing and narrowing the field of applicants down to four finalists, we will need help from the Pinnacle class of 2024 to select the organization with which we'll partner. A presentation of each finalist will precede a formal vote to select the organization. Register here >>

CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATION

January 20, 2023
7-10:00 p.m.
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! The Social Committee cordially invites you to gather with your fellow Centurions and their guests as we celebrate the important work that the Second Years have achieved during their time with us. We’ll also announce the winners of three big honors—Centurion of the Year, Outstanding First Year and Task Force of the Year. Deadline to register is December 12, 2022. Register here >>

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

There are several volunteer opportunities that are open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

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:

• November 15 – Global Entrepreneurship Week
• November 16 – Global Entrepreneurship Week
• November 16 – Ugly Sweater Food Packing Party
• November 17 – Goodwill Mock Interview Day
• November 18 – Global Entrepreneurship Week
• November 19 – Overland Park Recycling Extravaganza
• November 23 – Gilham Road Gobble Trot
• November 24 – Gilham Road Gobble Trot
• November 29 – Cross-Lines Community Kitchen Volunteer
• November 29 – Rose Brooks Center
• December 4 – Johnson County Christmas Bureau Holiday Shop

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

Theatre in the Park
Mission: To enhance the quality of life in our community by providing a variety of entertainment programs through public and private partnerships.

GUILDit Art/Biz
Mission: For the past 7 years, GUILDit has hosted an array of artists who present their business to an audience, for a healthy dose of brainstorming on business solutions.

CENTURIONS ALUMNI SATISFACTION SURVEY

The Alumni Board is instituting a new annual survey to hype engagement and ensure it is set up to exceed expectations moving forward. 

1. As a reminder, Centurions Alumni dues ($75/annual)  go toward:
2. Alumni programing, including the annual Homecoming event each Spring
3. Existing scholarships for actives, including the DEI Legacy full-ride scholarship
4. Guaranteed access to the annual Alumni Directory and more

Take the Centurions Alumni Satisfaction Survey

OPEN BOARD POSITIONS

Theatre in the Park
Mission: To enhance the quality of life in our community by providing a variety of entertainment programs through public and private partnerships.

GUILDit Art/Biz
Mission: For the past 7 years, GUILDit has hosted an array of artists who present their business to an audience, for a healthy dose of brainstorming on business solutions.