Dear ASIS Greater Kansas City Chapter Members,
As I wrap up my final weeks as Chapter Chair, I’ve found myself reflecting on the incredible journey these past few years have been. Serving as Chapter Chair has been an honor, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this vibrant community of security professionals.
From my experience, ASIS International is truly the place to be for security professionals seeking to advance their careers through networking, education, and collaboration. Our chapter is a shining example of the value ASIS brings to its members, and it has been a privilege to witness the dedication, professionalism, and camaraderie within this group.
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to Wade Mathews, who was my first introduction to the Kansas City Chapter back in 2018, shortly after my family and I moved to the area. As a newcomer, Wade welcomed me, introduced me to so many fantastic people, and set me on a path of engagement and growth within ASIS:
- 2018 – Chapter Webmaster
- 2019 – Chapter Webmaster
- 2020 – Chapter Treasurer
- 2021 – Chapter Treasurer
- 2022 – Chapter Chair
- 2023 – Chapter Chair
- 2024 – Chapter Chair
Over the past six years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside an exceptional group of board members and committee leads who embody the spirit of collaboration and commitment. To each of you, thank you for your guidance, hard work, and friendship:
- Dan Arnett
- Wade Mathews
- Theresa Bentch
- Richard Dunn
- Bill Carroll
- Sean Burns
- Michael Betten
- Andrew Warn
- Lisa Price
- Landon Jones
- Angela Hott
- Matthew Hoskins
- Brandee Gary
- Tess Schorr
- Jeremy Bain
- Renee Wakefield-Campbell
- Elizabeth Hollinger
- Douglas Head
- Michael Taylor
- Thomas Keary
- Cynthia Gieseke
- Brock Josephson
- Alana Hanly
- Terry Owens
Your talent and dedication are what make this chapter extraordinary. I’ve enjoyed every minute of serving alongside you, and I am truly grateful for the memories we’ve created together. I’m thrilled to remain actively involved in the chapter as the Showcase Committee Chair for 2025.
The chapter is in great hands with the 2025 board members,
- Chair - Tess Schorr
- Vice Chair - Terry Owens
- Treasurer - Cynthia Gieseke
- Secretary - Brock Josephson
and I’m excited to see the amazing things they will accomplish in the coming years. Thank you all for your support and collaboration.
With gratitude and warm regards,
Jared Oakden, CPP, PSP, CC
ASIS Greater Kansas City Chapter Chair (2022-2024)