
Emerging Leaders Program
Ready to be on the road to leadership?
2025-2026 Class Members
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2025-2026 Sessions
November 20
8:30 AM to Noon
Courtyard at Old Town - Wichita
December 10
8:30 AM to 4 PM
KCA Office - Topeka
January 29
8 AM to 12:30 PM
Sheraton - Overland Park
January 30
8 AM Graduation
Sheraton - Overland Park
Program Sponsors
Kansas Contractors Association
Kansas Aggregate Producers Association
Kansas Asphalt Pavement Association
Kansas Ready Mixed Concrete Association
Kansas Department of Transportation
Questions?
Stephanie Mullholland
(785) 266-4152
stephanie@webuildkansas.com
Technical excellence got you promoted. Leadership excellence will define your career. This three-part intensive development program is designed specifically for the unique challenges facing construction leaders who must balance technical expertise with people leadership.
This fast-paced program is designed for Kansas heavy construction professionals who are interested in moving into a larger leadership role with their employer. It involves three sessions, held in November, December and January with graduation occurring at the KCA convention following the January session.
PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Three in-person trainings
Workbook and engaging activities
Networking with other ambitious leaders and industry decision-makers
Recommended additional resources and homework to assist skill development
All participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate professional skills in a capstone graduation ceremony during the final session
The program will be led by Jake Thompson along with guest speakers from the industry
CLASS REQUIREMENTS:
Attendance is required at all sessions in order to graduate
The class is limited to 30 participants
No more than 2 people will be selected from the same company
$1,500 program fee per participant, which includes meals, trainings and all class materials
Contractor and supplier members of either KCA, KAPA or KAPA-KRMCA as well as KDOT employees are eligible for nomination to the program