Emerge
Run by Omni Circle Group
An incubator class that takes a business from an idea to ready to launch, with coaches and mentors. Getting in starts with a conversation with the Omni Circle team.
Who it's for Aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs
Programs
Classes and programs in Topeka that you apply or are nominated for, and how to get in.
Ascend
Run by Omni Circle Group
A growth accelerator for established businesses, with coaching and peer learning on operations and revenue. Getting in starts with a conversation with the Omni Circle team.
Who it's for Established entrepreneurs ready to scale
A leadership class for Topeka and Shawnee County: a two-day retreat and nine full-day sessions from January through April. People are nominated, and you can nominate yourself.
Who it's for People who live or work in Topeka or Shawnee County, from their junior year of high school up
Leadership Kansas
Run by Leadership Kansas
A statewide leadership program that picks 40 people a year. The class visits eight Kansas communities for site visits, tours and panels with local leaders. People are nominated, and you can nominate yourself. Nominees get a link to apply in January.
Who it's for Kansans with a track record in their professions and communities
Topeka's Top 20 Under 40
Run by Jayhawk Area Council, Scouting America
An award that names 20 people from Topeka and Shawnee County each year for their work and their part in the community. Anyone can nominate someone, nominees are invited to apply, and a selection committee picks the honorees.
Who it's for People over 18 and under 40 as of May 31 who are active in Topeka and Shawnee County