Laura oversees Kansas’ largest organizational representative payee service and advocates for individuals with disabilities across five states.

At Mars, Damon leads a team focused on improving efficiency, safety and quality on the Snickers production line. Beyond the factory, he pours his energy into serving others.

India’s journey in Topeka began as a business reporter for The Topeka Capital-Journal. She went on to serve as vice president of marketing and communications for the Greater Topeka Partnership, bringing Topeka’s people and stories to a national stage.

For the past seven years, Madeline has been empowering students through leadership education, mentorship and community partnerships.

Through P&V Consulting & Advocacy Group, Jolie provides mentorship, training, policy consulting and advocacy to amplify marginalized voices and help others find healing and opportunity.

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CJ is a financial reporting accountant at Advisors Excel where he mentors associates, leads budgeting conversations and coordinates a shadowing program to give local students real-world exposure to careers in accounting and finance.

From coaching more than 240 individuals and families in financial literacy to raising more than $157,000 for community programs, Fatima is on a mission to disrupt generational cycles of poverty.

At just 25, Jaron is already leading efforts to grow Kansas’ health care workforce, improve hospitals and ensure access to quality care.

Danielle’s journey in media began as a TV news anchor and has grown into a career fueled by her passion for media.

Chelsea has spent the last decade championing individuals of all abilities.

As part of the third generation of family ownership at R&S, Zac leads the business’ marketing, community engagement and strategic growth initiatives.

Jessie has dedicated her career to protecting and advocating for vulnerable youth, especially missing and trafficked children in foster care.

Kaylee brings creativity and purpose to her work designing community spaces, from schools and libraries to offices and childcare centers.

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