W Professional Development Series: Leadership at Large

A W Young Professional's Develop Action Team Event: Leadership at Large

Leadership at Large serves as the capstone event of W’s annual professional development series by bringing together influential leaders to recount their transformative leadership experiences and professional growth strategies. Our main ask will determine what these leaders had to do differently throughout their career to authentically influence culture beyond their team and organization into the larger leadership landscape.

As young professionals, we often have moments where we have no idea what we’re doing, where to go next or how to achieve our goals. The Wichita region is full of experienced professionals who have been where we are now. Through the new Young Professional Development Series, you will receive guidance, inspiration and tangible takeaways to help you unlock the doors to your potential. This quarterly event series will connect you with fellow young professionals and wisdom from those who have faced our same career challenges. 

Brittany Kruger is the Executive Director of The Neighboring Movement, a Wichita-based nonprofit dedicated to cultivating capacity for neighboring and strengthening communities through relationships and asset-based community development. Before joining The Neighboring Movement, Brittany served as Executive Director of the Mulvane Chamber of Commerce, where she championed small businesses, community development, and collaborative efforts to strengthen the community. A former Teach For America corps member with a journalism degree from the University of Missouri, Brittany has built her career around connecting people, telling community stories, and helping organizations grow their impact. She brings a passion for community-centered leadership and a belief that meaningful change often begins with the relationships and assets already present in a place.

Brandon Johnson is a former two-term Wichita City Council Member and dedicated community activist committed to uplifting the neighborhood where he was raised. Throughout his tenure in public service, he focused on driving local economic growth, improving public safety, and advocating for underserved neighborhoods. His work bridges grass-roots activism with legislative action to deliver tangible resources directly to the community. Currently, Brandon continues to champion civic engagement and lead initiatives aimed at sustainable community development. Outside of his leadership work, he remains an active mentor to emerging local leaders across Wichita. Brandon is married to Danielle Johnson, Executive Director of Wichita Habitat for Humanity, and they have three children; Khairi, Aria, and Arin.

A real estate broker, entrepreneur, pastor, mentor, and community leader, Dr. Yolanda White Oliver has led award-winning teams, managed multi-million dollar portfolios, and developed leaders across industries, generations, and cultures. Her career has taken her from corporate real estate to the pulpit, from mentoring emerging leaders to doctoral research focused on empowering women through leadership. Across every role she holds, Dr. Yolanda lives by a simple belief: leadership is guiding people beyond the limitations of what they can see for themselves. She is passionate about helping others see potential, connect with the right people, and walk through doors they once thought were closed.

 Thank you to our Sponsors who made this event possible! 

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Are you interested in joining a W Action Team? Contact W Program Manager, Cami Dinkel for more details about being a part of a volunteer team!

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