Involvement

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

NETWORKING

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Networking

Discover like minded professionals in the Kansas City region through any and all of the available networking groups. Whether it be business or pleasure, there's a group for you in KC.

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AIIM – The Enterprise Content Management Association
AIIM provides the education, research and certification that information professionals need to manage and share information assets in an era of mobile, social, cloud and big data.

The American Association of Blacks in Energy
The American Association of Blacks in Energy is a national association of energy professionals dedicated to ensure the input of African Americans and other minorities into the discussions and developments of energy policies regulations, R&D technologies, and environmental issues.

American Business Women’s Association – MoKan Chapter
The ABWA MO-Kan Chapter brings together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership education, networking support and national recognition.

American Institute of Architects Kansas City
In continuous operation since 1890, AIA Kansas City supports its members, advances the value of the architecture profession, and improves the quality of the built environment.

Arts Council of Greater Kansas City
ArtsKC is a nonprofit organization working to advance, support and increase funding for the arts for the benefit of the Kansas City region.

The Asian Chamber of Commerce of Kansas City
The Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Kansas City is a non-profit organization working to enhance economic opportunities for Asian American businesses through education, networking, and advocacy while promoting community engagement and visibility.

Association for Corporate Growth Kansas City
The Association for Corporate is the premier global association for professionals involved in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions for mid to large companies.

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Bacchus Foundation
The Bacchus Foundation is the oldest philanthropic, young professional's organization in Kansas City. Its core mission is to connect young professionals, while raising funds for worthy Kansas City charities.

Business Marketing Association of Kansas City
The Business Marketing Association of Kansas City is the leading professional resource for B-to-B marketers and communicators.

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Central Exchange
Central Exchange provides the venue and voice for women seeking to reach their full personal and professional potential, offering more than 400 professional developments and networking opportunities a year.

Centurions
The Centurions Leadership Program of The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce prepares a representative cross-section of the community's emerging leaders for their role in shaping the future of greater Kansas City.

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The Data Management Association – Kansas City
KC DAMA welcomes all data management professionals in the greater Kansas City area to participate in educational and social functions with fellow professionals.

Downtown Council of Kansas City, Missouri
The Downtown Council is committed to creating a vibrant, diverse and economically sustainable Downtown Kansas City, Missouri.

The Downtowners
The Downtowners is an informal association of Kansas Citians who live, work and/or play in downtown Kansas City, dedicated to downtown development and to promoting a positive community spirit.

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Financial Planning Association – Greater Kansas City Chapter
The Financial Planning Association of Greater Kansas City is the pre-eminent organization for financial planning professionals, providing a forum for education and career development for its members while adhering to the highest ethical and professional standards.

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Get Smarter
Get Smarter Prep is dedicated to helping families navigate the process of SAT, ACT, College Application, Career and Major Assistance, or even Graduate School preparation.

Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
The KC Chamber is a membership organization providing leadership to help businesses grow and Kansas City prosper – making KC the best place to live, work, start and grow a business.

Greater Kansas City Interfaith Council
The Greater Kansas City Interfaith Council is a non-profit organization providing programming to educate the Greater Kansas City area about the many diverse faith traditions represented in the community.

Greater Kansas City Public Relations Society of America
The Greater Kansas City PRSA chapter can help you extend your network of professional contacts, hosting monthly learning, networking and professional development opportunities for industry professionals.

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The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City is dedicated to the creation advancement, promotion and development of economic opportunities within the Hispanic market and business community.

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Institute of Management Consultants – Kansas City
The consultants at Kansas City Consulting Group help executives, business owners, boards and managers create a road map for future business growth and stability.

International Facility Management Association – Kansas City
The International Facility Management Association is an organization whose purpose is to strengthen and advance the knowledge base essential to leading the integration and optimization of the built environment worldwide.

International Interior Design Association
IIDA strives to create a strong niche for the most talented and visionary Interior Design professionals, to elevate the profession to the level it warrants, and to lead the way for the next generation of Interior Design innovators.

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Kansas City Compensation and Benefits Association
The Kansas City Compensation and Benefits Association is the Kansas City-area association for professional development and networking among compensation and benefits professionals.

Kansas City Direct Marketing Association
KCDMA is a group comprised of leading corporations, service providers, consultants and agencies dedicated to bringing quality, cutting-edge educational opportunities to marketing professionals.

Kansas Humanities Council
The Kansas Humanities Council connects communities with history, traditions, and ideas to strengthen civic life. Since 1972, KHC has been a partner and advocate for the cultural life of the state.

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association-Bar Leadership Academy
Eight-month program designed to help emerging leaders of the legal profession develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to become leaders in the profession and community.

Kansas City International Association of Business Communicators
KC/IABC and its approximately 200 members are a part of a global network of 15,000 business communication professionals in more than 80 countries, who are dedicated to improving professional growth and strategic communications.

Kansas Society of Professional Engineers
The Kansas Society of Professional Engineers promotes, recognizes and enhances the engineering profession in Kansas City by delivering
professional development products and services, encouraging licensure, and advocating legislation and public policy for the betterment of human welfare and the profession.

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LIKEME Lighthouse
The LIKEME Lighthouse is a LGBT Center that provides a broad array of services for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community.

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Mid-America Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
The Mid-America Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce is an organization that advocates, promotes and facilitates the success of the LGBT business community and their allies through the guiding principles of equality, inclusion, economics and education.

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National Association of Women in Construction - KC
For more than 50 years, NAWIC has helped women take advantage of the opportunities in construction. Whether embarking on a new career, establishing a networking base or make a difference in your community, NAWIC offers a variety of opportunities.

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Rotary Clubs of Western Missouri
The Rotary Club is a philanthropic organization, with a focus on service and generous donations that fund the work of members and partners around the world.

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Society for Human Resource Management of Greater Kansas City
The Society for Human Resource Management of Greater Kansas City, Inc. is a professional association dedicated to the advancement and support of the human resource profession.

Society for Marketing Professional Services
For those involved in marketing for architecture, engineering, and construction in the Kansas City area, SMPSKC offers valuable opportunities to network, learn and accelerate career development.

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Urban Financial Services Coalition – Kansas City
UFSC enhances the representation of minorities in professional positions in the financial services industry and promote better access to financial services for low-to-moderate income populations and communities.

Urban Land Institute Kansas City
The Urban Land Institute provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide.

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Young Latino Professionals
The Young Latino Professionals is a group dedicated to engaging and supporting young Latino professionals by providing access to professional development and networking opportunities, as well as providing support to fellow emerging leaders within their respective communities.

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