Asia Campbell Asia Campbell is a development manager for Real World Learning–ProX at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she is responsible for establishing, developing, and maintaining positive relationships with employers who can provide real-world, work-based learning opportunities for local youth. Campbell works with employers, community and civic networks, and donors to ensure alignment with quality and […]
2023 Agenda 4:30-7:00 p.m. Reception & Networking 5:15-5:30 p.m. Welcome Trese Booze, Senior DirectorEwing Marion Kauffman Foundation Edgar Palacios, FounderLatinx Education Collaborative and Revolución Educativa 5:30-6:30 p.m. Conference Kick-off Curtis Valentine, FounderReal Men Teach 6:30-7:00 p.m. Networking & Close 7:45-8:15 a.m. Chair Yoga (optional) Dr. Auburn Ellis, Founder & Lead ArtistSTUDIO 5400 8:00-8:30 a.m. Breakfast 8:30-8:40 a.m. […]
Kansas City region receives federal ‘Tech Hub’ designation October 24, 2023 The KC BioHub coalition, focused on manufacturing vaccine-related biologics, now has the opportunity to receive up to $70 million in funding.
With open doors, the Kauffman Foundation rolls out the blue carpet October 6, 2023 Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace welcomes guests into the Foundation for a night of connection and engagement for collective impact to last far beyond the evening.
Keynotes & Presenters RichardAbram II, Ed.S. Read full bio > TyroneBates, Jr., Ed.D.* Read full bio > RictorCraig, Jr. Read full bio > ShaFanion, Ed.D. Read full bio > Adrianne Ford, Ph.D. Read full bio > Naomi Fortis-Gebreselassie Read full bio > MaraGilyard Read full bio > AndreaHancock Read full bio > AnthonyLewis, Ed.D. Read full bio > […]
Three new business and civic leaders join Kauffman Foundation Board of Trustees October 5, 2023 Carlos Rangel, Carmen Tapio, and Maurice Watson bring powerful mix of expertise and energy to the Foundation.
Carlos Rangel Carlos Rangel is vice president and chief investment officer for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. In this role, he leads the investment office and supports the foundation’s efforts to promote thriving children, working families, and equitable communities. During his more than a decade at the foundation, Rangel has held different roles within […]
Maurice Alvin Watson Maurice Alvin Watson, co-founder and principal of Credo Philanthropy Advisors, LLP, has more than 30 years of experience in law, social and public policy, and board governance as a lawyer, advisor, and board member. He has been a partner and chairman of the law firm of Husch Blackwell, which is among the 100 largest law […]
Carmen Tapio Carmen Tapio, a dedicated entrepreneur, philanthropist, and CEO, has made it her life’s mission to drive positive change through both profit and nonprofit ventures. As the founder of North End Teleservices, LLC, Nebraska Black Women United, The NET Work Spot, and Forever North Real Estate, Mrs. Tapio continues to channel her energy into creating significant […]
Real Practical Policies for Real-World Learning: Lessons from America’s New Business Plan September 28, 2023 A changing workforce The nation’s workforce demands look vastly different today than they did just a few years ago. The COVID-19 pandemic, economic challenges, and complex technological developments across all industries continue to change the way America works. The pandemic forced the country to re-think its supply chain strategy, pivoting from a system of interdependence […]