The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Centurions Leadership Program announced on April 27 a series of upcoming events, information sessions, and opportunities aimed at engaging professionals and supporting local nonprofits in the Kansas City area.
These activities are part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to foster civic engagement, leadership development, and community awareness among emerging leaders in the region. The schedule includes panels on immigration, leadership discussions with notable executives, social gatherings for alumni and current members, documentary screenings about local history, and sessions focused on conflict resolution.
One highlight is the Centurions Advocacy Panel – Immigration event set for April 30. Hosted by the Centurions Alumni Welcoming & Belonging Committee, this panel will examine challenges and choices related to immigration in Kansas City. Later that day, an information session will introduce interested professionals to the two-year Centurions Leadership Program at the Kansas City Urban Youth Academy.
On April 29, Dr. Rochelle Parker—CEO of Girl Scouts NE Kansas and NW Missouri—will lead a conversation titled “Leadership Up Close,” focusing on authenticity in executive leadership. The same day features a screening of “Land of Opportunity: The Road of Resistance” with filmmaker Nico Giles exploring urban renewal’s impact on local communities.
Other scheduled events include “Grounds for Reconnection” coffee gatherings (May 20), an Apex cohort social at T-Shotz (May 6), a session called “From Conflict to Collaboration” led by consultant Haley Grayless (May 28), as well as a panel discussion about strategic planning across metropolitan areas titled “Bridging the Gap: Local Action for Long-Term Impact” (May 26).
Additionally, applications are now open for the Apex Legacy Project—a yearly initiative where volunteers complete projects benefiting one area nonprofit organization. This opportunity is available to all nonprofits serving greater Kansas City.
