Sarah Jepson | LGT Class of 2026
Was there a moment or experience that set you on your career path?
My time working as a nurse practitioner in the emergency department sparked my love for hands-on medicine and procedural care. When I later transitioned into primary care, I realized how much I missed that aspect of patient care, which ultimately led me to pursue a path that allowed me to combine medicine, precision and creativity.
What community project or effort made you feel proud to be involved?
My past involvement with the Junior League of Topeka was especially meaningful, particularly serving in leadership roles focused on membership development and community impact where I oversaw the development and implementation of the Diaper Depot, a program that provided diapers to the most vulnerable members of our community. Having been a part of an organization that empowers women to lead while creating lasting change in our community is something I’m very proud of.
How do you personally define leadership, and has that definition evolved over time?
To me, leadership means building trust, listening well and leading with purpose. As my career has evolved, I’ve learned the most effective leadership is less about authority and more about influence and service.
What three words best describe you?
Driven, compassionate and intentional. I’m driven to continually grow and improve, compassionate in how I care for and lead others, and intentional about the decisions I make in both my personal and professional life.
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