Ones To Watch Class of 2025
Each year, the Ones to Watch recognition honors a new class of emerging leaders whose passion, purpose, and perseverance set them apart. The Class of 2025 embodies the theme “Stories…
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Amanda Bretz
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Justin Parker
Justin Parker: Human Resources Director, Jefferson City Medical Group Originally from Trenton, Missouri, Justin has always had a heart for helping others. After spending several years in Columbia, he and…
Kale Brucks
Kale Brucks: Owner, Engine Company Leather Before he started Engine Company Leather, Kale Brucks had a long career as a firefighter. He joined as a volunteer firefighter at age 16,…
Nicole Branch
Nicole Branch: Owner, Wildflower Lane What began as a side hustle making hand-stamped jewelry evolved into one of Jefferson City’s fastest-growing retail spaces. Nicole Branch is the woman behind the…
Kate Amick
Kate Amick: Executive Director, Common Ground Although she is now leading a community service agency that helps neighbors in Jefferson City get out of poverty and reach their full potential,…
Aubrey Allen
Aubrey Allen: Assistant Activities Director and Teacher, Capital City High School t Capital City High School, Aubrey Allen is the assistant activities director and an engineering teacher. In this hybrid…
Framing the Future: The Quaker Windows Story
Quaker Windows & Doors builds an innovative, industry leading, nationwide company in a small Central Missouri town. South of Jefferson City, nestled in the rolling hills of Central Missouri, lies…
Full Circle: The Story of Rebecca Welsh and the HALO Foundation
How Rebecca Welsh founded the organization that’s changing the lives of homeless youth. Although Rebecca Welsh was born in small-town Monett, Missouri, a portion of her childhood was growing up…
Julie Allen: Most Impactful Volunteer
Most Impactful Volunteer: Julie Allen As a former government worker and advocate for voter education, Julie Allen is no stranger to civic engagement. She’s worked with numerous organizations, including Jefferson…
Holly Nunn: Most Impactful Board Member
Most Impactful Board Member: Holly Nunn, Capital Arts Capital Arts is a nonprofit community art gallery with a mission to encourage, promote, and support the arts in Jefferson City and…