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Purpose & Possibility: Building a Business That Reflects Your Calling

August 26, 2026 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)

Description

Join us for an evening of connection, inspiration, and meaningful conversations designed for entrepreneurs, wellbeing professionals, aspiring business owners, and purpose-driven leaders.

Hosted by Small Changes Big Shifts and the Wellness Consortium, the Better Together Gathering is a semi-annual tradition that brings together our growing community of supporters, wellness professionals, and purpose-driven leaders. It’s both a fundraiser supporting Small Changes Big Shifts' mission and a celebration of the work we do, together, to create a healthier, more connected world.

This year's featured panel discussion will explore what it takes to build meaningful work that lasts. Moderated by Dr. Michelle Robin, the conversation will feature respected Kansas City leaders sharing real-world insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, community building, personal growth, and creating businesses that align with your values. 

Whether you're launching a new venture, growing an existing business, considering a career pivot, or simply looking to reignite your passion and purpose, you'll leave with practical ideas, fresh inspiration, and valuable connections.

What to Expect:

  • Engaging panel discussion featuring Kansas City community and business leaders
  • Actionable insights on branding, business growth, networking, leadership, and client experience
  • Connection with fellow Wellness Consortium members, SCBS partners, and local changemakers
  • Light refreshments, networking, and connecting with community sponsors
  • Meaningful conversations that inspire both personal and professional growth

Evening Schedule:

5:30 PM – Check-in, open networking, sponsor tables & light refreshments

6:10 PM – Welcome from Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza

6:30 PM – Panel Discussion

7:15 PM – Q&A for Panel

7:30 PM – Closing remarks & additional networking time

Whether you're building a business, exploring your next chapter, or seeking a community of like-minded leaders, this event was created with you in mind.

Together, we grow.
Together, we lead.
Together, we are better.

Panelists:

Solissa Franco McKay

At her core, Solissa Franco McKay is a connector, educator, and community builder who believes opportunity can change the way young people see themselves and their future. As a leader, Solissa strives to show up with authenticity, intention, and purpose in every space she enters. Her leadership is rooted in the belief that every young person, no matter their background or zip code, deserves access to meaningful opportunities that help them thrive and realize their full potential. 

Solissa currently serves as the Executive Director of Real World Initiatives, an operating program and affiliate of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. In this role, she leads ProX, Kansas City’s largest regional summer internship initiative, which connects high school students to paid, real-world learning experiences across the metro. Through this work, Solissa partners with employers, schools, families, and community leaders to expand access to career-connected learning, strengthen regional talent pathways, and help young people build confidence, skills, and a clearer sense of what is possible. 

Over the past 17 years, Solissa’s varied professional background has provided a wealth of experience across K-12 education, higher education, workforce development, and the nonprofit sector. Before joining Real World Initiatives, she served as Executive Director of the Kansas City Public Schools Education Foundation, where she helped advance strategic initiatives, fundraising, and partnerships to increase resources for students and educators. She also spent more than a decade with Kauffman Scholars, Inc., leading work focused on career readiness, alumni engagement, and long-term student success. 

Andre Davis

André Davis is a dynamic executive and forward-thinking leader dedicated to driving impact through growth transformation/innovation, executive mentorship, and advocacy. With a passion for working with top performers and transforming organizations, he brings a unique blend of experience as a thought partner, speaker, growth coach, philanthropist, and social activist. 

He is a regularly featured guest on podcasts and webinars, where he shares powerful insights on leadership development, entrepreneurism, engagement and communication strategy, organizational culture, and Inclusive leadership behaviors.

Christine McLagan

Chris McLagan, MBA, is a wellness consultant, business strategist, and educator with more than 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. In her role with Designs for Health, she has partnered with hundreds of healthcare practitioners, helping them implement evidence-based nutrition solutions while growing thriving, community-focused practices. With more than 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, she combines expertise in fitness, functional nutrition, and business development to help practitioners grow both their impact and their businesses.

Chris holds an MBA, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) Candidate, a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer with a CrossFit Gymnastics Certificate.  She personal trained high-level executives (Sprint CEO & COO), helping them build health and wellness into their busy lives, she has worked with hundreds of healthcare practitioners, providing education on nutrition, lifestyle medicine, patient engagement, and practice growth. 

Brandon Calloway

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Contact Information

Name: Bayleigh Soza
Phone: (913) 521-4154
Email: bayleigh@smallchangesbigshifts.com
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