Centurions NOW - October 16, 2023
Oct 16, 2023
REGISTER NOW: CENTURIONS WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM
Join us for the 2023 Women’s Leadership Forum - Empowering Women: Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges on November 2 from 4-6 pm in the KC Chamber Board Room. During this happy hour event, you will hear from powerful leaders in our community and learn how they have broken barriers and built relationships to create a stronger Kansas City. Speakers include Deonne Christensen, President and CEO of Mazuma Credit Union; Sarah Tourville, Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial and Community Impact Officer Kansas City Royals; and more! Register here >>
PINNACLE
DEI: COFFEE, CULTURE, AND CONVERSATION
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Join fellow Centurions at the Golden Scoop (who doesn’t love ice cream) for a chat about how disability features within the DEI space, and what various local organizations are doing to help those with disabilities to better participate in the workforce. Whether you are well-versed in this topic or just want to learn from others, it should make for an informative and compelling discussion.
Kirby Hough from the Whole Person will be joining us, and we would welcome any other guests working within the disability inclusivity space. Register here >>
CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS
Do you know someone who would make an excellent Centurion? Have them join us at the next information session of the season on Tuesday, October 25. The Centurions application is now open and is due January 15, 2024. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here. Information Session registration >>
ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – SOCIAL WITH A PURPOSE
Join the Centurions Alumni Association’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for a social event with a purpose. This is a time for fun, camaraderie, socializing and networking. Alumni and Actives of Color are highly encouraged to attend but ALL are welcome! Help us increase the BIPOC leadership pipeline in Kansas City by inviting a BIPOC leader to learn more about becoming a Centurion.
This is a great time to engage with graduates and active Centurions to get a real sense of the experience, as well as an opportunity to learn more about the scholarships available to promote diversity in the program. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now 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:
- October 18 – Refurbishing Computers
- October 19 – Junior Achievement BizTown Volunteers
- October 19 – Youth Ambassadors Blue Jean Bash Gala
- October 19 – genKC Banter and Decanter Bartenders
- October 20 – Queers and Fears, a Safe and Inclusive Halloween Party
- October 20 – Night of Hope (Event Prep)
- October 21 – 2023 Charlotte Street Gala
- October 21 – Garmin KC Marathon
- October 21 – Night of Hope
APEX
CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS
Do you know someone who would make an excellent Centurion? Have them join us at the next information session of the season on Tuesday, October 25. The Centurions application is now open and is due January 15, 2024. The application and more information about the Centurions Leadership Program can be found here. Information Session registration >>
ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – SOCIAL WITH A PURPOSE
Join the Centurions Alumni Association’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for a social event with a purpose. This is a time for fun, camaraderie, socializing and networking. Alumni and Actives of Color are highly encouraged to attend but ALL are welcome! Help us increase the BIPOC leadership pipeline in Kansas City by inviting a BIPOC leader to learn more about becoming a Centurion.
This is a great time to engage with graduates and active Centurions to get a real sense of the experience, as well as an opportunity to learn more about the scholarships available to promote diversity in the program. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now 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:
- October 18 – Refurbishing Computers
- October 19 – Junior Achievement BizTown Volunteers
- October 19 – Youth Ambassadors Blue Jean Bash Gala
- October 19 – genKC Banter and Decanter Bartenders
- October 20 – Queers and Fears, a Safe and Inclusive Halloween Party
- October 20 – Night of Hope (Event Prep)
- October 21 – 2023 Charlotte Street Gala
- October 21 – Garmin KC Marathon
- October 21 – Night of Hope
ALUMNI
INFORMATIONAL MASTERMIND: SUBSTANCE ABUSE, ADDICTION, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Register now to join the Centurions Alumni Association for an Informational Mastermind on the topic of substance abuse, addition and behavioral health.
Join in a conversation with educators, police, treatment providers, and individuals impacted by substance use and behavioral health in the greater Kansas City area. We’ll gain insights a range of perspectives, including:
- Dr. Doug Burgess – University Health
- Sgt. Ashley McCunniff - KCPD Crisis Intervention Team
- Suzanne Taylor – Midwest Recovery Centers
- Angela Dunn – Kansas City Kansas Public Schools, Behavioral Health
- Jamie Felton – Recovery Community Member, Surviving Parent
This is a unique opportunity for Centurions Alumni to engage in meaningful discussion around an important topic affecting our KC region. An informal social hour with non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks will follow.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 18
Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Welcome House | 1414 E 27th St., Kansas City, MO 64108
Register here >>
ACTIVES AND ALUMNI – SOCIAL WITH A PURPOSE
Join the Centurions Alumni Association’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for a social event with a purpose. This is a time for fun, camaraderie, socializing and networking. Alumni and Actives of Color are highly encouraged to attend but ALL are welcome! Help us increase the BIPOC leadership pipeline in Kansas City by inviting a BIPOC leader to learn more about becoming a Centurion.
This is a great time to engage with graduates and active Centurions to get a real sense of the experience, as well as an opportunity to learn more about the scholarships available to promote diversity in the program. Register here >>