Keynote Speakers
Nikki Ramierz-Jennings
Executive Director at SENT, a part of Momentum 2027, and a key figure in the community.
Learn More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-ramirez-jennings
Rhett Flood
Executive Director of FORGE, a part of the Greater Topeka Partnership, and inspires youth throughout Topeka.
Learn More: https://www.gotopeka.com/forge-young-talent/
Rep. Barbara Ballard
A part of the Kansas House of Representatives, Rep. Barbara Ballard is a huge advocate for youth voice and civic engagement.
Learn More: http://www.kslegislature.org/li_2022/b2021_22/members/rep_ballard_barbara_1/
Featuring...
Zachary Surritt
Chair-Elect at FORGE and Business Developer at R&S Maintenance.
Learn More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-surritt-09a3a2106
Chad Parks
Shawnee Heights Wrestling Coach, Author of "Game Changing Moves", and an inspiration in the Shawnee Heights community.
Learn More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-parks-a6231b22b
City Manager Stephen Wade
City Manager of Topeka and Shawnee Heights Alumni.
Kelm Lear
Student at Kansas State University and a rising voice in League of Women Voters, Topeka-Shawnee County.
Learn More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelm-lear-4a2372219