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Leadership Greater Topeka | Class of 2025

Leadership Greater Topeka | Class of 2025

Compiled by LAUREN JURGENSEN | Photos by BRIAN PETERS

Leadership Greater Topeka (LGT) is a civic leadership program run by the Greater Topeka Partnership that cultivates local talent and strengthens community engagement. Through this program, emerging and current leaders gain valuable insights into Topeka and Shawnee County’s challenges and possibilities while learning adaptive leadership concepts.

Community members and organizations nominate potential candidates for LGT. These nominees must submit an application and participate in a short interview with LGT’s selection committee. The committee selects individuals with the goal of building a class that reflects the community's diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Meet the Nominees:

Amanda Abbott

Zac Pohlenz

Alexandria Savoy

Adrianne Ralston

Abigail Siemers

Sandra Nichols

Chad Jepson

Erin Young

Jerred Hammond

Mackenzie O’Brien

Jaron Caffrey

Natasha Gunn

Gant Welborn

Happi Rodriguez

Jaiden Soupene

Julie Linn-Stevens

Jona Rupnicki

Dan Garrett

Leanna James

Zac Surritt

Lan Danielson

Mandy Davis

Chevas Drake

Marie Hall

Paul Wasinger

Sarah Lafrenz

Roger Haubold

Randy Sommer

Sherri Hartter

Blake Ramsey

Stephanie Brigham

Sarah Elsen

Ryan McMichael

Adia Vaughn-Hunter

Kaylee Champagne

Asianah McCracken

Jessica Bowers

The Importance of Listening and Collaboration During Difficult Times

The Importance of Listening and Collaboration During Difficult Times

Dr. Robert Kenagy | Topeka Business Hall of Fame

Dr. Robert Kenagy | Topeka Business Hall of Fame