Start your day with inspiration and insight at a special Rise and Read, Meet the Author edition! This month we will be discussing The Phoenix Effect: Transcend Limitation and Ignite the Power Within You with local author and CX member Robin Ferguson! She will be interviewed by Ann Hackett, bringing the book's empowering message to life through conversation.
Together, we’ll explore how to ignite resilience, reclaim inner authority, and envision a life of possibility. Perfect for sparking meaningful discussion, this book invites us to rise stronger, like the phoenix within us all.
Tuesday Nov 4, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CST
8:30 AM - Arrival, Mingle and Enjoy Breakfast
9:00 AM - Discussion Begin
10:00 AM - Discussion Ends
Please Provide Us Notice If You Need To Cancel:
We understand that schedules change. If you have registered for this program and can no longer attend, we greatly appreciate you notifying us of your cancellation by completing our cancellation form or emailing hello@centralexchange.org at least 48-hours prior to the program if possible. This is so we can adjust our catering order to help eliminate food waste and prepare accordingly. Thank you!
IN-PERSON AT UMKC BLOCH EXECUTIVE HALL
5108 CHERRY STREET, ROOM 332
KANSAS CITY, MO 64110
You will receive an email from UMKC Parking 24-48 hours prior to the program. This will include a personalized link to the parking registration portal. To complete registration, you will enter your vehicle information, including your license plate number.
Parking is available in the Cherry Street Garage and you are able to park in Lot 12, Lot 14 or Lot 19, or any of the other lots in red on the map (see here).
FREE for CX Members
1 Voucher for CX Partners
$35.00 for Non-members
No refunds.
Attendees are responsible for their own book purchase or rental.
Interested in becoming a CX Member? Read more about membership here and be our guest for up to two CX Programs or Exchange Circles.
Allison Baker
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