With a notable career spanning multiple roles with the University of Kansas, Keon Stowers exemplifies a commitment to excellence in philanthropic development and alumni engagement. Joining KU Endowment in 2019 as a Development Officer, he ascended to the role of Associate Development Director, Alumni Association in 2022, serving as a lead fundraiser on the $29.5 million Jayhawk Welcome Center project, showcasing his adeptness in securing major gifts.Â
Keon's impact extends beyond his professional achievements; as a former captain of the Kansas football team (c’15), he demonstrated exceptional leadership on and off the field. His tenure with KU Admissions underscores his dedication to diversity and inclusion, having championed recruitment efforts targeting first-generation and underrepresented students.
With a notable career spanning multiple roles with the University of Kansas, Keon Stowers exemplifies a commitment to excellence in philanthropic development and alumni engagement. Joining KU Endowment in 2019 as a Development Officer, he ascended to the role of Associate Development Director, Alumni Association in 2022, serving as a lead fundraiser on the $29.5 million Jayhawk Welcome Center project, showcasing his adeptness in securing major gifts.Â
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Keon's impact extends beyond his professional achievements; as a former captain of the Kansas football team (c’15), he demonstrated exceptional leadership on and off the field. His tenure with KU Admissions underscores his dedication to diversity and inclusion, having championed recruitment efforts targeting first-generation and underrepresented students.
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An active participant in various community and alumni organizations, Keon's service on the board for K-Club, finance, and fundraising chair for the Black Alumni Network, as well as his previous board roles with Special Olympics Kansas and the American Red Cross Lawrence chapter, speaks volumes about his commitment to the KU and Lawrence community.Â
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Keon's unwavering dedication to advancing the mission of KU Endowment and the Alumni Association, coupled with his vision for the future, positions him as a formidable leader poised to continue driving impactful initiatives and fostering enduring relationships. As he embarks on the next chapter of his career journey, Keon remains steadfast in his pursuit of excellence and looks forward to leveraging his expertise to make meaningful contributions while cherishing precious moments with his growing family.
Pat has dedicated his career in higher education to lowering classroom material costs for students. He worked closely with publishers, university faculty, administrators, and bookstores to maximize student accessibility and success. His innovative approach to partnerships has resulted in industry-leading cost savings. Pat's strategic insight and customer-first perspective will translate seamlessly at Mass St. Collective.
A Jayhawk and J-School graduate, Pat is extremely proud of his time as a student and his ongoing love for KU sports. KU Athletics recognized his passion in an Ultimate Fan feature:Â https://www.instagram.com/kuathletics/reel/CBjmi5qpOOr/. Pat will agree there is no better time to be a KU student-athlete or alum.Â
Pat has dedicated his career in higher education to lowering classroom material costs for students. He worked closely with publishers, university faculty, administrators, and bookstores to maximize student accessibility and success. His innovative approach to partnerships has resulted in industry-leading cost savings. Pat's strategic insight and customer-first perspective will translate seamlessly at Mass St. Collective.
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A Jayhawk and J-School graduate, Pat is extremely proud of his time as a student and his ongoing love for KU sports. KU Athletics recognized his passion in an Ultimate Fan feature:Â https://www.instagram.com/kuathletics/reel/CBjmi5qpOOr/. Pat will agree there is no better time to be a KU student-athlete or alum.Â
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Pat and his wife, Kari (also a KU grad), have lived in Lawrence for 18 years. They are the proud parents of two daughters - both academic scholar graduates and student-athletes. Their daughters' incredible work and dedication further motivated Pat to join Mass St. Collective and the Blueprint Sports team. The Sullivans are dog lovers! Phog, Frank, Little Dok and Mozzie are KU fans too. Phog and Dok are honored to be Jayhawk Pets of the Month.
Janaye Ebo's journey within the Mass St Collective began in August 2023 when she became an intern. Prior to her internship, Janaye honed her skills and expertise in various capacities, laying a solid foundation for her future endeavors.
From her role in recruiting and scouting with Kansas Football to her invaluable contributions as a student assistant within Kansas Athletics, Janaye demonstrated a relentless commitment to excellence. Her time as a Marketing Strategist at Athletes House, a venture initiated by former KU Basketball player Jalen Coleman-Lands, shows her passion for empowering student-athletes through financial literacy.
Janaye Ebo's journey within the Mass St Collective began in August 2023 when she became an intern. Prior to her internship, Janaye honed her skills and expertise in various capacities, laying a solid foundation for her future endeavors.
From her role in recruiting and scouting with Kansas Football to her invaluable contributions as a student assistant within Kansas Athletics, Janaye demonstrated a relentless commitment to excellence. Her time as a Marketing Strategist at Athletes House, a venture initiated by former KU Basketball player Jalen Coleman-Lands, shows her passion for empowering student-athletes through financial literacy.
Janaye's influence transcended sports, as evidenced by her impactful term as a Social Media Ambassador for esteemed brands such as the NBA, Samsung, and Pepsi. Her creativity continues as a Content Creator for The University of Kansas, where she effectively communicated the university's ethos to a wide audience.
A beacon of leadership on the University of Kansas campus, Janaye spearheaded various organizations including the Sport Management Club and The Eta Iota Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. With a pending graduation from KU, Janaye holds a degree in Sport Management with a minor in business, with two certifications in NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) and Entrepreneurship.
Undaunted by her impressive achievements thus far, Janaye is poised to pursue her master's degree at the University of Kansas, further solidifying her commitment to excellence and innovation in the sports industry. With her multifaceted skill set and unwavering dedication, Janaye Ebo continues to redefine the boundaries of success in her field and beyond.
A former standout Jayhawk baseball student-athlete, Baty led the Williams Education Fund for nearly four years before returning to Wichita to focus on his business ventures. In addition to his work at the Wichita Sports Forum, Baty hasbeen involved in business development of retail and commercial accounts as well as private banking services, both deposit and loan products.
Beckler joined Mass St. in September of 2022 after a three-year stint with Kansas Athletics as Senior Associate AD for Strategic Communications & External Initiatives. Prior to returning to his home state in 2019, Beckler spent 10 years in the National Football League, including nine seasons with the San Francisco 49ers as Director of Football Communications and one with the Tennessee Titans.