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Leadership Greater Topeka | Class of 2026

Leadership Greater Topeka | Class of 2026

Compiled by LAUREN JURGENSEN | Photos by BRIAN PETERS

Each year, the Greater Topeka Partnership identifies a new cohort of local leaders through Leadership Greater Topeka (LGT), a civic program that helps participants better understand their community while developing adaptive leadership skills.

Throughout the program, participants explore the most pressing issues and opportunities facing Topeka and Shawnee County, building connections and skills that make our region stronger.

The selection process begins with nominations from community members and local organizations. Nominees then complete an application and interview with LGT’s selection committee, which carefully selects each class to represent different backgrounds, industries and viewpoints across the community.

Meet The Leadership Greater Topeka Class of 2026:

Brian Laird

Ben Murphy

Ashley Biegert

Angela Dick

Jenae Deters

Carrie Higgins

Dr. Alisha Bridwhistle-Bush

Erin Rodriguez

Jeremy Leithoff

Heather Braum

Caleb Soliday

Jesse Johnston

Laurie Rueschhoff

Kali Ahlin

Lane Wiens

Laura Burton

Kelli Smith

Kristin Stock

Karly Goodyear

Lauren Fitzgerald

John Haverty

Leland Spencer

Mallory McDaniel

Leslie Mondesir

Sasha Klaurens

Sarahy Soriano

Michael Bush

Melanie Worsley

Sarah Jepson

Toby Leonard

Stephanie Sevatson

Margaret Shermoen

Tricia Sublet

Yvonne Guy

Alicia VanWalleghem

Angel Grey

Crowning Achievement | Solitaire Head Spa

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Hoyt Moore | Topeka Business Hall of Fame

Hoyt Moore | Topeka Business Hall of Fame