Centurions NOW - May 22, 2023
ANNUAL ALUMNI LUNCHEON
Join the Centurions Alumni Association for our annual luncheon and meeting on July 18 where we kick off the new membership year together and learn from a local leader. Enjoy a fantastic lunch at Grand Street Cafe and networking with our alumni. This event is open to Centurions Alumni and graduating second-year Apex Actives. Register here >>
Interested in serving on the 2023-2024 Centurions Alumni Board? Let us know by completing a brief application by May 22, 2023. Complete the application here >>
PINNACLE
2023 DEI SYMPOSIUM: THE ROI OF DEI
Join us on May 24 to hear from Michael Gonzales, NE&E Consulting & Co-Founder of the DEI Consortium, and the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Centurions for the Big IDEA Breakfast 2.0, where we will explore the ROI of DEI. This event is open to the public and is geared towards executives, line managers, directors of operations, and any HR and DEI professionals. Attendees will leave with knowledge and resources they can take back to their organizations to help implement positive and profitable change. This event is on May 24, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a complimentary breakfast will be provided. Register here.
LEADERSHIP UP CLOSE
Join us on May 25 from 8:30-9:45 a.m. for coffee and a lively conversation with three former Centurions and current community and executive leaders! For this Leadership Up Close, we will be hearing about how their time in the program impacted their career and set them on course for new opportunities. If you want to understand how "real life" Centurions are leveraging their network and their experiences post-cohort, come grab coffee and join the conversation! 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:
- May 23- Kansas City Hospice Circle of Lights
- May 28 – Celebration at the Station Training and Event
- June 5- Cross-Lines Community Market Restocking
- June 9 – Lead to Read KC – Get Schooled Event
- June 10- The Zoo Camp for Kids
- June 11- The Zoo Camp for Kids
- June 12- HASF Park Set Up Day
- June 12- Newhouse's New Day Breakfast- Setup
- June 13- Newhouse's New Day Breakfast
- June 15 – Operation Breakthrough Annual Fundraiser
- June 16 – Boulevardia Bartending with Cultivate KC
APEX
2023 DEI SYMPOSIUM: THE ROI OF DEI
Join us on May 24 to hear from Michael Gonzales, NE&E Consulting & Co-Founder of the DEI Consortium, and the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Centurions for the Big IDEA Breakfast 2.0, where we will explore the ROI of DEI. This event is open to the public and is geared towards executives, line managers, directors of operations, and any HR and DEI professionals. Attendees will leave with knowledge and resources they can take back to their organizations to help implement positive and profitable change. This event is on May 24, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a complimentary breakfast will be provided. Register here.
GRADUATION
Thursday, June 29
6-9 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 Taskforce of the Year. Both classes of the Apex Cohort are encouraged to attend this “year-end” wrap party, and each Active is welcome to bring one guest. Business casual/cocktail attire is recommended and beverages/bites will be served. This event is open to all Apex Actives and their guests. Register here by June 15 >>
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:
- May 23- Kansas City Hospice Circle of Lights
- May 28 – Celebration at the Station Training and Event
- June 5- Cross-Lines Community Market Restocking
- June 9 – Lead to Read KC – Get Schooled Event
- June 10- The Zoo Camp for Kids
- June 11- The Zoo Camp for Kids
- June 12- HASF Park Set Up Day
- June 12- Newhouse's New Day Breakfast- Setup
- June 13- Newhouse's New Day Breakfast
- June 15 – Operation Breakthrough Annual Fundraiser
- June 16 – Boulevardia Bartending with Cultivate KC
ALUMNI
2023 DEI SYMPOSIUM: THE ROI OF DEI
Join us on May 24 to hear from Michael Gonzales, NE&E Consulting & Co-Founder of the DEI Consortium, and the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and Centurions for the Big IDEA Breakfast 2.0, where we will explore the ROI of DEI. This event is open to the public and is geared towards executives, line managers, directors of operations, and any HR and DEI professionals. Attendees will leave with knowledge and resources they can take back to their organizations to help implement positive and profitable change. This event is on May 24, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a complimentary breakfast will be provided. Register here.