About the Chapter

Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association International (AFCEA), established in 1946, is the largest and most well-known professional association serving military, government, industry, and academic communities as a forum for aligning technology to meet the needs of those who serve in critical areas including defense, security, cyber, and intelligence. AFCEA has more than 30,000 members worldwide.

About The Chapter

AFCEA Greater Kansas City (AFCEA KC) is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the region’s unique strengths as a central hub for innovation, knowledge sharing, and relationship development. Our chapter focuses on enabling the intelligence and defense missions of today and tomorrow through education, collaboration, and investment in talented people.

 

The Greater Kansas City region represents one of the most strategically valuable communities in the nation. With its unmatched concentration of defense organizations, federal agencies, industry leaders, and academic institutions, KC possesses a diverse and immediately relevant set of skills and expertise critical to advancing national security missions.

 

As a chapter of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA), AFCEA KC provides a trusted forum where government, military, industry, and academia converge to exchange ideas, explore emerging technologies, and strengthen partnerships. Through professional development opportunities, speaker sessions, and networking events, we connect the local community to national AFCEA initiatives and foster collaboration across sectors.

 

AFCEA KC serves as both a resource and a catalyst—helping our members and partners anticipate future challenges, leverage cutting-edge innovation, and build relationships that make an enduring impact

 

Executive Committee

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President Brian Weaver

President - Brian Weaver

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Vice President - Wyatt Cobb

Vice President - Wyatt Cobb

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Secretary & Emerging Leaders Lead Molly Christie

Secretary & Emerging Leaders Lead - Molly Christie

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VP, Programs Christopher LHeureux

VP, Programs - Christopher LHeureux

 

RVP - Cindy Heflin

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VP Membership Jay Kim

VP Membership - Jay Kim

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Treasurer Kyle Spackler

Treasurer - Kyle Spackler

 

Board

 

AFCEA KC NSC After Party

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AFCEA KC National Security Crossroads After Party
AFCEA KC National Security Crossroads After Party