Corporate, Foundation, and Strategic Partnerships

Business Leadership Council

The Linda Hall Library's Business Leadership Council (BLC) brings together corporations, institutions, and like-minded organizations in Kansas City to collaborate on STEAM initiatives, enhancing education and workforce pipelines. The primary goal of the BLC is to foster collaboration within the local STEAM ecosystem, promoting cross-sector partnerships and strengthening STEAM education and career pathways. In line with this, the BLC aims to connect STEAM companies with student populations, facilitating workforce development and career exploration through hands-on learning experiences.

Membership Benefits and Details:

• Membership for two company leaders in the BLC
• Reserved memberships for two mid-level professionals in the Linda Hall Library Stella Nova Society
• Premium public programming sponsorships
• Invitation to the annual BLC networking event
• Quarterly BLC meetings
• Sponsor recognition and engagement opportunities at the annual STEM Career Showcase
• $10,000 annual membership fee

If you are interested in learning more about strategic partnership opportunities at the Linda Hall Library, please complete this form.

Stella Nova Society

The Linda Hall Library Stella Nova Society (SNS) is a group of like-minded emerging professionals representing various corporations and professional organizations across the Kansas City metro. SNS provides its members with opportunities to broaden their networks, acquire valuable leadership and committee experience, advance their professional portfolios, and collaborate on initiatives that benefit the greater community.

Membership Benefits and Details:

• Priority access and reserved seating at Linda Hall Library public programs
• Exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities with guest lecturers
• Access to quarterly networking events and professional workshops
• Committee options
  • Events
  • Recruitment
  • Community Engagement
• $250 membership fee (two-year term)