GenKC

Connecting Early Career Professionals in KC

genKC is where early-career professionals come together to build connections, make an impact, and grow in Kansas City. It’s more than just networking – it’s about strengthening our community and expanding your professional circle, while contributing to the success of the city.

About

GenKC

Overview

Whether you’re in business, civic leadership, or any field across the metro, genKC provides opportunities to enhance your personal and professional skills. We connect you to Kansas City’s most influential leaders, ideas, and initiatives – all while helping you thrive here long-term.

 

Mission

To empower and inspire early-career professionals by offering diverse opportunities for professional development, community engagement, and networking. We’re dedicated to fostering a wide range of skills and experiences that equip the next generation of leaders to drive innovation and shape the future of Kansas City.

 

Vision

To inspire and equip early career professionals to Live, Work, and Thrive in the Kansas City region.

 

Community

Involvement

Celebrate the season and connect with Kansas City’s brightest early-career professionals at genKC’s annual holiday event, Jingle Mingle! This festive gathering offers a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and meaningful conversations with fellow professionals. But it’s not just about networking – it’s also about giving back. By participating, you’ll support a local charity and help make the holidays brighter for those in need. Join us for a night of fun, philanthropy, and building connections that will last well into the new year!


KC Connections is the community partner expo where early career professionals are invited to learn about different regional community service, professional development, volunteer leadership positions, and networking opportunities. The goal of the event is to introduce early career professionals to new organizations to help grow their professional network. We partner with over 20 Kansas City organizations to share information about volunteer and board opportunities for early career professionals.

genKC believes in the power of giving back. Our community service initiatives provide early-career professionals with opportunities to make a meaningful impact on Kansas City while developing essential leadership and teamwork skills. Whether through volunteering, participating in local events, or supporting causes that matter, our members actively contribute to the growth and vitality of the region. By engaging with the community, you’ll not only help others but also strengthen your professional network, build lasting relationships, and gain a deeper connection to the place we all call home.

GROW TO CEO

A panel of leaders share their experiences and expertise, providing valuable insight into how early career professionals can lay the groundwork for a brighter future. This series is a great opportunity for professional development and networking event for early career professionals in Kansas City.

 

LEADERSHIP ROUND TABLE SERIES

Early career professionals meet with top leaders from a number of different industries and career paths in an intimate roundtable rotation. These leaders are both highly accomplished and influential and come from across the Kansas City community. They’ll share their unique experiences and expertise, providing you with insights to grow and build your own careers.

 

GROW TO GENKC

This summer sellout event features a panel of genKC leaders sharing stories and wisdom about getting their careers off the ground with an audience of summer interns from companies all across the metro area, directly followed by an intern and genKC social and networking reception.

 

Signature Events

Banter & Decanter

genKC’s annual competitive wine tasting competition exclusively for early career professionals! Fun, interactive networking opportunity that will expose early career professionals to different neighborhoods throughout the region.

Battle of the Brains

At genKC’s annual trivia night event, teams of 8 compete for the title of “Trivia Extraordinaire”! This event is a fun networking event for individuals and groups alike.

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GenKC Executive Committee

Jenny
Doan
- Black & Veatch
GenKC Chair
Matthew
Briggs
- Children's Mercy
GenKC Vice Chair
Josie
Calkins
- KC SmartPort
GenKC Secretary
Dylan
Aul
- UMB Bank
GenKC Treasurer
Abby
Belozer
- Garmin
GenKC Membership Chair
Madi
Cole
- The University of Kansas Health System
Membership Vice Chair
Jordan
Hall
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City
Community Involvement Chair
Anthony
Valles
- Lockton Companies
Community Involvement Vice Chair
Alex
Black
- Kansas City National Security Campus
Professional Development Chair
Lauren
O'Donnell
-
Professional Development Vice Chair
Nancy
Rivera
- Guadalupe Centers
Signature Events Chair
Any
Lewandowski
- Spencer Fane LLP
Signature Events Vice Chair
Abigail
Schoenrade
- Stinson LLP
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Chair
Blake
Meier
- CommunityAmerica Credit Union
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Vice Chair
Olivia
Morini
- Platinum XP
Marketing Chair
Caleb
Hasan
- Accenture
GenKC Vice Chair

GenKC

Sponsors

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Advanced Membership Sponsors

Accenture

Arvest Bank

Bank Midwest

Black & Veatch

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

BOK Financial

Children’s Mercy

Country Club Bank

Deloitte

Foulston Siefkin

Garmin

Hallmark

Henderson Engineers

Honeywell FM&T

Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas City Royals

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority

Kiewit

KPMG

Lathrop GPM LLP

Lockton Companies

MarksNelson

Polsinelli

Shook Hardy & Bacon

Southwest Airlines

Spencer Fane

The University of Kansas Health System

Turner Construction Company