Announcing W’s 2024 Leadership Academy Class

W – A Community of Young Professionals is thrilled to introduce 2024 Leadership Academy Class.

This year’s cohort represents a dynamic group of emerging leaders from diverse industries across the region. Selected for their exceptional potential and commitment to professional growth, these 26 individuals are poised to make a significant impact in their respective fields and the broader community.

Leadership Academy is designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge and networks needed to excel as leaders within their organizations and the community. These young professionals will embark on a six-week journey focused on leadership training, community engagement and professional development opportunities.

Meet the 2024 Leadership Academy Class

Danette Abernathy
COMCARE of Sedgwick County

Rebecca Barnhouse
empac

Courtney Bezdek
INTRUST Bank N.A.

Shelby Boso
ICT SOS

Kirstyn Chrisman
Textron Aviation

Julie Collier
First National Bank

Jessica Crabtree
Emprise Bank

Adam Eilert
The Converse Team

Alexander Freedy
Koch

Taylor Freund
INTRUST Bank

Morgan Hawkins
Fidelity Bank

Bryce Hayden
Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace, and Bauer LLP

Cade Hesslink
Spirit AeroSystems

Reegan Innes
TESSERE

Sarah Mankus
Bombardier

Lovette Mba
Destination Innovation, Inc.

Daric McCoy
Emprise Bank

Victoria Mueller
Emprise Bank

Timothy Rhodd
Crosswinds Casino & Resort

Tremesha Robinson
Kansas State College Advising Corps

Samuel Roy
Spirit AeroSystems

Aileen Rueda-DaCosta
The Neighboring Movement

Megan Storie
Kansas Legal Services

Tara Unruh
The Arnold Group

Johnathan Von Cartier
Emprise Bank

Bethany Zarinelli
INTRUST Bank