Leadership ideas were shared Wednesday in the annual 60 in 60 event, hosted by the Manhattan Mercury at the Manhattan Conference Center.
Six panelists of local celebrities provided 10 leadership ideas they’ve developed over time. The featured guest speaker was K-State head football coach Chris Klieman, who shared his thoughts on what it takes to be a leader.
Former Manhattan State Rep. Tom Phillips says leadership comes from strong empathy.
Local restaurant entrepreneur Dave Dreiling says humility is a key to successful leadership.
Flint Hills Breadbasket Executive Director Karla Hagemeister serves on the Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 school board. She explains how she used leadership skills during her tenure as board president during the pandemic.
The panel also featured Lisa Sisley, founder of New Boston Creative Group, a market agency in Manhattan.
Callie Marks is executive vice president and an attorney with Charlson and Wilson Bonded Abstracters. She spoke to her ideas regarding leadership.
The annual event concluded Wednesday with a panel discussion featuring the six guest speakers.
