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Telling the story of fearlessness. 💜
We’re proud to honor @aaronmefferdcreative as the recipient of the 2026 Beth K. Smith Award.
For the past eight years, Aaron has helped share the stories at the heart of WEN’s mission with honesty, care, and impact. Through his storytelling, more people have been able to see the courage, growth, and resilience of the women we serve.
As we celebrate 40 years of WEN, we are grateful to recognize someone who has helped our community feel the power of these stories year after year.
Congratulations, Aaron! (Photo credit @micahmariephotography )
A little preparation can make a big difference.
Before attending the KC Job Fair, take time to update your resume, practice how you’ll introduce yourself, and think about the kinds of roles you want to explore.
You don’t need to know exactly what comes next. You just need to be ready to start the conversation.
Save this post and register for the KC Job Fair through the link in our bio.
Meet WEN Board Member Megan McCurdy 💙✨
Partner at @stinsonllp former Board Chair, and returning Board Member, Megan brings both leadership and heart to WEN’s mission.
You may also recognize her as Co-Chair of our Dynamic Duos 2024 Luncheon — and her impact continues to grow.
“This organization, year over year, conversation over conversation, meeting over meeting, changes lives.”
We’re so grateful for Megan’s continued leadership and commitment to women in our community.
We are excited to welcome five new leaders to the Women’s Employment Network Board of Directors. 💚
Each of these women brings unique expertise, perspective, and a shared commitment to expanding opportunity and economic mobility for women in Kansas City.
Please join us in welcoming:
Angela Hurt | Veracity Consulting, Inc.
Becca Castro | UMKC Innovation Center
Courtney Moon | Pinnacle Staffing, TouchNet
Megan McCurdy | Stinson LLP
Stacie Prosser | Kansas City Business Journal
Strong leadership helps build strong communities. We are grateful to have these incredible women supporting WEN’s mission and the women we serve every day.
Your next opportunity could start with one conversation.
The KC Job Fair is happening Wednesday, May 20 from 1–4 PM, and it’s free for job seekers.
Come meet Kansas City employers, explore open roles, and get connected to tools that can help you move forward with confidence.
Save the date. Register today. Show up ready.
Kansas City job seekers, this is your sign to take the next step in your job search.
The KC Job Fair is coming up on May 20, and WEN is here to help you walk in prepared, confident, and ready to connect with employers.
At WEN, you can get support with:
Resume updates
Interview preparation
Job search confidence
Career readiness
Connecting with local employment opportunities
Your next chapter could start with one conversation.
Register for the KC Job Fair today and start getting ready now.
Forecast for March? $1,700 in impact. ☀️💙
Thanks to @kctv5 3 Degree Guarantee and @devaughn_james_kc this campaign turned accurate forecasts into real opportunity.
That means 5 women this summer will receive resume support and mock interview practice helping them build confidence and take the next step toward employment.
From forecast to future.
She came to WEN feeling defeated. She left with tools, confidence, and a new vision for her future.
At our 40 & Fearless Luncheon, Sophia shared how WEN helped her rebuild through resume support, workshops, interview preparation, and encouragement when she needed it most.
Today, she is a homeowner, a business owner, and living proof that your past does not get the final word.
Your next chapter can begin through the link in our bio.
This week, I was behind the lens for the Women’s Employment Network (WEN)”40 and Fearless” luncheon. While my job was to capture the moments, I found myself captivated by the stories of resilience and professional growth happening right here in Kansas City.
WEN is doing incredible work supporting women through every stage of the employment journey. As a creator, it’s a privilege to document organizations actively changing the landscape of our local economy.
Are you looking for a way to give back or partner with a high-impact nonprofit? I’d be happy to share more about my experience with them and connect you!
✨40 years of impact. One powerful day.
Today was more than a celebration. It was a reminder of what happens when women rise and when a community rises with them.
Stories that moved us.
Moments that stayed with us.
A room full of courage, resilience, and possibility.
“The WEN staff believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself.” - Sophia, WEN Grad
This is what fearless looks like. This is what 40 years creates.
And this is only the beginning. Thank you for showing up. For believing. For being part of something bigger than this moment. Here’s to the next 40 years. #WENFearless
She walked in unsure. Questioning her next step. Wondering if she still had it.
She walked out fearless.With clarity. With confidence. With a community behind her.
For 40 years, moments like this have happened every single day at WEN.
Fearless starts with showing up.
