WTS

Please join the WTS Greater Kansas City Chapter for the 2023 Scholarship and Awards Event on April 20 in the Budweiser Brew House event space located at Children's Mercy Park. We look forward to hearing from our keynote speaker, Katherine Holland, Director - KC2026 FIFA World Cup Bid, and honoring this year's scholarship and award recipients.

Business Attire

When purchasing tickets, you will need the name/email/company/meal choice of each guest. If you do not have all the details when purchasing, use TBD and the buyer's email, then you will need to email the information by April 7 to [email protected].

Event Timeline

  • 5:30 - Registration and Cocktail Hour
  • 6:30 - Welcome, Introduction, and Keynote by Katherine Holland
  • 7:00 - Dinner
  • 7:30 - Awards

Award Winners

  • Woman of the Year - Congresswoman Sharice Davids
  • Member of the Year - Barb Wells
  • Rosa Parks Diversity Leadership - Tawn Nugent
  • Employer of the Year - Missouri Department of Transportation

Scholarship Winners

  • Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship - Natalie Wohlgemuth
  • Helen M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship - Jordan Nutter

Dinner Menu

  • Salad - Petite Greens with White Balsamic Dressing
  • Main Entrée - Grilled Filet with Red Wine Demi, Braised Mushrooms, Herb Crusted Fingerling Potatoes, and Charred Asparagus. Gluten Free or Vegetarian Options Available
  • Dessert - Brownie Caramel Cheesecake
  • Beverages - 2 complimentary drink tickets; plus full bar (cash or CC)