Community Impact Council - Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City

About the Community Impact Council

The Community Impact Council is an advisory group dedicated to advancing Junior Achievement’s mission of inspiring and preparing young people to succeed.

This council promotes interest and generates support among Kansas City professionals through volunteer outreach, networking, and special events. Members collaborate to expand JA’s reach, increase volunteer participation, and support fundraising initiatives.

Who Serves on the Council

The Community Impact Council is made up of 10 professionals from the Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City territory. Members are:

This group is ideal for someone who wants to grow their community impact, build relationships with like-minded peers, and wants to take an active role in advancing Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City’s mission.

Meet the Community Impact Council

Mia Baker

Travelers Insurance

Kate Crockett

Great Jobs KC

Amanda Cullom

Wellsky

Gavin Fangman

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City

Camryn Gossick

Avant Specialty Benefits

Rachel Kortkamp

CH Robinson

John Munz

FAS Wealth Partners

Michelle Sauvageau

Burns & McDonnell

Kelsey Short

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Ashlynn Stuhlman

Lockton

Community Impact Council Chairwoman

Kelsey Short is a Financial Advisor at Merrill, where she has been helping clients achieve their financial goals since July 2022. Originally from St. Louis, Kelsey attended the University of Kansas and moved to Kansas City after graduating.

Her passion for community engagement runs deep, with a long-standing involvement in Junior Achievement. From participating in JA in a Day as an elementary student to volunteering at summer camps and in classrooms, Kelsey has experienced firsthand the impact JA has on young people. Today, she continues to support JA’s mission by leveraging her professional expertise and network to inspire the next generation.

Join the Community Impact Council

Thank you for your interest in joining the Community Impact Council of Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City! We are looking for young professionals in the Greater Kansas City area who are passionate, driven, and excited to support JA’s mission of inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.

If that sounds like you, fill out the application below.