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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

7:30 - 9:30AM CST

Virtual Programming Begins at 8:15AM

CPKC Stadium, Kansas City, MO

Join us for a milestone event convening leaders in person and virtually nationwide. Together, we’ll explore how creating spaces where women thrive fuels stronger businesses, economies, and communities.

The first stadium in the world built specifically for a women’s professional team is a landmark of pride and possibility. It echoes United WE’s three decades of advancing women’s civic and economic opportunities—through research, policy, and evidence-based programming.

Join us on May 6, 2026



Student Tickets

$25

In-person Event

$75

Can’t make it in-person? RSVP to join us virtually!

Speakers & Special Guests

From boardrooms to cultural institutions, from public policy to sports, women and allies are shaping environments that create opportunity for everyone. Join us as we shine a spotlight on some of these extraordinary individuals and celebrate United WE's 35th anniversary of impact.

Maneet Ahuja, Editor-at-Large, Forbes

Kimmi Chex, NFL Network Host and On-Air Talent

Robert L. Cohen, Chairman & CEO, IMA Financial Group; Controlling Owner, Denver Summit FC

DJ NESS

Shelley Zalis, Founder, CEO, The Female Quotient

HONORARY CO-CHAIRS

Cathi & David Brain

Chancellor Mauli Agrawal

Susan Schaefer

Clay Smith

Beth Wade

CO-CHAIRS

Jaclyn Johnson

Lindsay Kinney

Pooja Shah

Patricia Shipp

Shruti Tejwani

CO-HOSTS

Inaugural Champion for Change Award Recipient

Brittany Mahomes

Co-Owner, Kansas City Current

Brittany Mahomes will be honored for the lasting economic and cultural impact she has made in Kansas City and beyond through her leadership, entrepreneurship, and investment in women’s professional sports. An entrepreneur, investor, athlete, mother of three, and co-owner of the Kansas City Current, Brittany has helped elevate women’s sports as both a cultural force and a growing economic engine — including through investment in the first stadium purpose-built for a women’s professional team. Through the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, she and her husband, Patrick Mahomes, have contributed millions to initiatives advancing children’s health, wellness, and opportunity in underserved communities. Her leadership demonstrates that when women are visible, invested, and at the decision-making table, communities and economies grow stronger.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

CHANGEMAKERS

CREATORS

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

Clune Ventures

Euronet

Evergy

Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

Fred & Jami Pryor Foundation

Global Prairie

IMA Financial Group

Kansas City Current

Port KC

Joan Ruff

Karla & David Shepard

Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP

VML

MEDIA PARTNERS

BUILDERS

Aramark

Bradco Supply Company

BrightMark Consulting

Dairy Farmers of America

DM Injury Law

GFiber

Kansas City Royals

Kissick Construction Company

Levy

Mark One Electric Co., Inc.

Neil Meltzer

Populous

The University of Kansas Health System

University of Missouri-Kansas City

VanTrust Real Estate

CONNECTORS

AdventHealth

Arvest Bank

BlueScope Foundation

Burns & McDonnell

Children’s Mercy

Corbin Bronze

ECCO Select

FineLine Employment Law

FineLine HR Consulting

Health Forward Foundation

Kansas City Managed IT

LM2 Construction & Consulting

Monarch Build

No Divide KC

PH Business Law Advisors

SCOR

She Hauled It

State Street

Ellen Sullivan

TFL

The Change Agents 007

University of Saint Mary

Sherri Wattenbarger & Brian Beins

Wickham James

United WE 35th Anniversary
Tribute Fund Supporters:

Above and beyond the revenue we raise from this event’s ticket sales and sponsorships, United WE announces our 35th Anniversary Tribute Fund. Our fund goal of $35,000 celebrates 35 years of leadership and supports mission-critical work, such as focus groups, town halls, and other programming in our community. Can’t attend Champions for Change? Help us reach our goal by donating online.

Kathy Donovan

Global Prairie

Jaclyn & Kyle Johnson

Linda Jordan & Mike Shteamer

Lisa & Charles Schellhorn

Sandra Schermerhorn

Pooja Shah

Patricia Shipp & Dan Peterson

Shruti & Ajay Tejwani

Beth Wade

Teresa Woody

Join us on May 6, 2026



Student Tickets

$25

In-person Event

$75

Can’t make it in-person? RSVP to join us virtually!

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Click above for more information about our Champions for Change sponsorship portfolio or please email studio@united-we.org today.