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June 16| 2025

Leadership Shawnee Class #38 Wraps Up an Incredible Year

Last week, we marked the end of a 9-month journey for Leadership Shawnee Class #38. Over the past several months, this group dove headfirst into learning more about the people, systems, and stories that shape our community. They explored everything from city services to local nonprofits, industry to education, and walked away with a broader perspective and stronger leadership skills.

What made this class stand out wasn’t just their participation, but their curiosity and commitment. They asked hard questions, built lasting connections, and showed a real desire to grow. Congratulations to each graduate—we can’t wait to see how you carry this experience forward in your work and in our community.

Applications for Leadership Shawnee Class #39 open later this month!

-Daniel

Director of Operations

Aaron Williams – Indaco Metals
Abby Thompson – Pottawatomie County
Andrew Meadows – Vision Bank
Ashley Rodgers
Bailey Bickerstaff – Pottawatomie County
Cole Christianson – Shawnee Mills
Derek Lutz – First United Bank
Emily Kline – Shawnee Mills
Ian Hayes – Arvest Bank
Jamie Dodgion – South Central Industries
Jason Robichaud – Pioneer Library System
Kendi Cox – Canadian Valley Electric
Kylia Cote – Tinker Federal Credit Union
Michael Savage
Paisley Sturgill – Shawnee Mills
Rebecca Foreman – BancFirst
Valerie Maylen – Sovereign Bank
Vedrana “Vivi” Milakovic – Citizen Potawatomi Nation

UPCOMING EVENTS

Get your business seen!

Click on the image above to see all the opportunities throughout the upcoming year for you to highlight your business at a Shawnee Forward event or during a program. Sponsorship opportunities are available at every price point and can bring your business valuable exposure in our community. Some sponsorships have limited availability. Take a look and reach out to Daniel or Crystal with any questions or to secure your spot today.

RIBBON CUTTINGS

New Sponsorship Opportunity!

Get your brand in front of Shawnee’s business and community leaders by sponsoring our new quarterly event, Eggs & Economics.

This quarterly breakfast series dives into local economic trends, development updates, and features key guest speakers—all over a hot meal and meaningful connections.

Sponsorship is $1,000 per event. ONLY 2 left!

Your logo on all promotional materials and presentation materials
Hyperlinked logo on the event webpage
Recognition during welcome remarks
A custom tent card with your logo and QR code to your website on every table
Exclusive opportunity to address attendees at the beginning of the event with a 5-minute business spotlight
Mentions in at least two social media posts

Support a valuable community conversation and showcase your business to a room full of decision-makers. Contact Crystal or Daniel to reserve your sponsorship.

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