Women's Employment Network

06/12/2026

Board Spotlight: Stacie Prosser 💚

Women’s Employment Network is proud to spotlight WEN Board Member Stacie Prosser, President and Publisher of the Kansas City Business Journal.

Stacie has been part of the KCBJ for nearly 30 years, serving in a variety of roles and playing an important part in the publication’s digital transformation. Her work has also helped create and nurture professional communities across Kansas City, including NextGen Leaders, Mentoring Monday, and Women of Influence.

That commitment to connection is deeply aligned with WEN’s mission.

Every day, WEN helps women build confidence, access resources, strengthen career skills, and move toward economic independence through sustained employment. Board members like Stacie help support that work by bringing professional insight, community leadership, and a strong belief in the power of women’s opportunity.

Thank you, Stacie, for sharing your time, expertise, and commitment with Women’s Employment Network. Please join us in thanking Stacie for her leadership and service to WEN.

06/10/2026

POV: You’re thinking about reaching out to WEN, but then you stop yourself because…
“My situation is complicated.”
“I don’t know if I qualify.”
“I don’t know if WEN helps with this.”
“I don’t want to take a spot from someone else.”
“I’m not unemployed. I just need something better.”

Here’s the truth: you don’t have to have the perfect question before you start exploring WEN. WEN may be a good fit if you are a woman in the Kansas City area, 18 or older, have a high school diploma/GED/equivalent, and are ready to pursue employment, change careers, or grow professionally.

But you do not have to figure that out alone. That’s what Start Here is for.

Start Here gives you a place to ask questions, get evaluated, learn what support may be available to you, and walk away with a clearer idea of what to do next.

We’ve seen women come to WEN thinking they only needed a resume. After talking through their goals, they realized they also needed interview practice, confidence support, and a real job search plan.

Sometimes the thing you think you need is only the beginning. Not sure if WEN is for you?
Start Here. Register today: https://kcwen.org/starthere

06/03/2026

“What programs does WEN offer in person?”

Our in-person programs are designed to help women in the Kansas City area take practical steps toward employment, career growth, and long-term stability.

That support may include:
Career coaching
Resume support
Interview preparation
Job search strategy
Employment support
A personalized plan for what to do next

But here’s what that really means in everyday life:
It means you don’t have to figure out your next career move alone.
It means someone can help you sort through your options.
It means your resume, interview answers, goals, and confidence can all be worked on together.
It means support can be more than one appointment.

A client might say:
“I came in thinking I needed a job. I left understanding I needed a plan.”

That’s what WEN is here for. The FAQ page is the best first stop if you’re trying to figure out whether in-person support is right for you - https://kcwen.org/get-help/faq

05/29/2026

Big news for WEN and the women we serve.

Women’s Employment Network is proud to be named a 2026 United Way of Greater Kansas City Impact 100 partner.

This recognition means so much because Impact 100 supports organizations working to meet critical needs across our region. For WEN, that means continuing to help women move toward economic independence through employment, career support, and wraparound resources.

The unrestricted funding from United Way gives us flexibility to respond where support is needed most — whether that means strengthening programs, removing barriers, expanding access, or helping more women take the next step toward stability.

We are grateful to United Way of Greater Kansas City for recognizing and investing in this work.

Together, we are building a Kansas City where more women have the tools, support, and opportunities to thrive.

05/27/2026

“What does WEN do?”

We hear this question a lot, and the honest answer is: We help women move from confusion to a clear next step. Not in a vague, “you got this!” kind of way. In a real, practical way.

That might look like:
✔️ You’ve been out of the work for awhile and don’t know how to explain the gap.
✔️ You’re working, but you know you need something better.
✔️ You have a resume, but Google keeps telling you it should be one way but this video on YouTube says it should be another way.
✔️ You’re applying and being ghosted.
✔️ You know you need help, but you have no idea what kind or even how to ask.

WEN provides free career support, including job search strategy, resume help, interview preparation, coaching, workshops, and even flexible online courses.

We’ve heard clients say: “I didn’t know where to start. I just knew I couldn’t keep doing what I was doing.”

That’s exactly where WEN comes in. You don’t need to have it all figured out before you walk through the door. Start Here is your first step.

It gives you a chance to be evaluated, ask questions, get direction, and feel like you’ve taken one real step toward progress.

Start here: https://kcwen.org/starthere

05/21/2026

Thank you, Kansas City!

We are so grateful to everyone who joined us for the KC Job Fair. We welcomed 310 job seekers and over 30 employers for a day full of meaningful conversations, encouragement, and opportunity.

A special thank you to our sponsors, Garmin, OMB Bank, and Behavioral Health Allies, for helping make this event possible and supporting career-building opportunities for our community.

To every job seeker who walked through the doors: we hope you left with new connections, helpful resources, and more confidence in your next step.

To every employer and community partner: thank you for investing in Kansas City talent and helping create pathways to sustained employment.

Your next opportunity can begin with one conversation, and we were honored to help make those conversations happen.

05/13/2026

Board Spotlight: Megan McCurdy 💚

We are thrilled to welcome Megan McCurdy, Partner at Stinson LLP, back to the WEN Board of Directors!

Megan previously served as Board Chair and as Co-Chair of our Dynamic Duos 2024 Luncheon, and her leadership and dedication continue to make a lasting impact on WEN and the women we serve.

Her words say it best:
“This organization, year over year, conversation over conversation, meeting over meeting, changes lives.”

Megan brings deep expertise in complex litigation, representing major corporations across the U.S., and is known for navigating challenging cases and building strong, strategic teams.

We are grateful for Megan’s continued leadership and commitment to empowering women in Kansas City. 💙

05/11/2026

Not sure if a job fair is worth your time? Here are five reasons to attend the KC Job Fair:

1. You get face-to-face access to employers.
2. You can learn about jobs you may not have found online.
3. You can practice introducing yourself professionally.
4. You can ask questions in real time.
5. You can leave with a clearer idea of your next step.

The KC Job Fair is free and open to job seekers. Come prepared, come curious, and come ready to connect - https://kcwen.org/news-events/kc-job-fairs

05/11/2026

Women’s Employment Network is proud to honor Aaron Mefferd Creative as the recipient of the 2026 Beth K. Smith Award.

For the past eight years, Aaron has helped bring WEN’s mission to life through powerful storytelling that captures the courage, resilience, and determination of the women we serve. His work has helped our community see the real impact of WEN and the importance of investing in women’s success.

This year, as we celebrate 40 years of impact at our 2026 Annual Luncheon, we are grateful to recognize someone whose creative vision has helped tell the story of fearlessness so beautifully.
Congratulations, Aaron, and thank you for helping share the stories that inspire understanding, connection, and action.

Read more: https://ow.ly/1swr50YSZ5e

(Photo credit Micah Marie Photography)

05/08/2026

Kansas City job seekers, this one is for you.

The KC Job Fair is coming up on Wednesday, May 20 from 1–4 PM at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. This free, in-person event is designed to help you connect with employers who are hiring now and walk away with more confidence in your job search.

Whether you’re changing careers, returning to the workforce, looking for a better opportunity, or just ready to explore what’s next, you are welcome here.

At the KC Job Fair, you can:
✅ Meet Kansas City employers face-to-face
✅ Learn about current job openings
✅ Get your resume reviews by an experienced professional
✅ Discover tools to support your job search
✅ Take your next step with confidence

Register today and start preparing for your next opportunity - https://kcwen.org/news-events/kc-job-fairs

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