J O I N U S — M A Y 6 , 2 0 2 6
In-Person and Streaming Virtually
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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.