Paths Across Kansas | Roadtrip Nation

Follow the journeys of five young Kansans as they take a deep dive into their home state's career possibilities. Hear stories of those who have found success in their fields. From aerospace and advanced manufacturing to healthcare and agriculture, discover the diverse range of career paths available in South Central Kansas.

A new two-episode series exploring exciting career opportunities in agriculture, aviation, advanced manufacturing, and more throughout South Central Kansas.

Meet the “Paths Across Kansas” roadtrippers. Follow along as they explore the Kansan healthcare system, and see how Wichita companies are pushing the world of advanced manufacturing into the future.

Get down into the nitty-gritty of the ever-growing Kansas agriculture industry, then take to the skies with one of Wichita’s premiere aerospace companies. Gain insight into the rewards that come with pursuing a fulfilling career in your home state.

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The Roadtrip
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Discover exciting career opportunities throughout the Sunflower State.

For decades, young people in Middle America have felt unfair pressure to head to the coasts for high-paying and innovative jobs. But that story is changing. In South Central Kansas, people are finding exciting opportunities in innovative industries right in their backyards.

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Hear from more people building fulfilling careers in Wichita, and get tools and resources that will help you start down your own path—from exploring training and education options, to applying for jobs in South Central Kansas!

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Featured Interviews

Logan Sorensen

Spine and Total Joint Replacement Navigator, Wesley Medical Center

Shelly Steadman

Director, Sedgwick County Regional Forensics Science Center

Jesse Romo

Director of Airports, Wichita Airport Authority

Roy Moye III

Aerospace Engineer & Talent Acquisition Specialist, Spirit AeroSystems

Jay McLaughlin

Director of Operations, RBS IT Solutions

Leah Dannar-Garcia

Owner, RISE Farms & Firefly Farm

Kelsey Carvell

Principal, Deloitte

Abbas Qamar

Associate Engineer, Aeronautix

Insights from the Interviews

"We’re the opportunity capital of the world. We’ve got the talent. You can do a lot from right here."

Roy Moye III, Aerospace Engineer & Talent Acquisition Specialist, Spirit AeroSystems

"It’s less about the background and the training. Although that’s really good and that’s really important, it’s more about: do I have the ambitious personality to continue to challenge myself and continue to learn?"

Principal, Deloitte

"You just have got to sometimes push yourself out of that comfort zone. If people recognize your love and your passion for something, they will help you."

Associate Engineer, Aeronautix

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