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Board Member Highlight: Karen Zecy

Meet Karen Zecy, KCPT board member. Karen is President at American Micro Co.

What is your favorite PBS or KCPT program and why? 
Definitely The Local Show and Check, Please!.  I love to see what KCPT uncovers that is only in Kansas City.  Food – who doesn’t like to find a new restaurant!

What do you enjoy most about being involved with KCPT?
As a volunteer and board member, KCPT is always fun.  There is SO much going on.  I always leave a KCPT event with a sense that the time spent was worthwhile.

Why should people support KCPT?
KCPT covers what is best about Kansas City and what we need to know about Kansas City.  Whether it is human interest or difficult issues, we can always count on KCPT to provide details and perspective.  Our region is complicated by the state line.  Further, we sometimes have unwelcomed influence by Topeka or St. Louis.  There is so much to investigate and keep track of.  We have to stay informed to sustain our city.  Supporting KCPT helps all of us stay more knowledgeable and dedicated to our city.

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Board Member Highlight: Paul Barker

Meet Paul Barker, KCPT board member. Paul works for Hallmark Digital and has been on our board since 2010.

What is your favorite PBS or KCPT program and why?  

It is hard to pick just one so I will share a few of my favorites…I am a big fan of Antiques Roadshow as I like to see the reaction people have to some of the treasures they have in their family.  I particularly like hearing the personal stories and histories of the antiques on display.  Sometimes those are more interesting than the pieces themselves.   But I am also a big fan of Great Performances, NOVA, Frontline and, of course, The Local Show.  I always feel a little bit smarter, more inspired and more informed with these programs. It is hard to find this kind of content anywhere else.  I also enjoy watching KCPT online.

What do you enjoy most about being involved with KCPT?

I am really impressed with all the people working at KCPT and generous members and supporters of KCPT.  This is really a remarkable organization supporting the diverse needs of the Kansas City community with quality, informative and inspiring programming. I marvel at the level of trust viewers place in KCPT and, in today’s television media landscape, that is a rare quality!  I don’t believe that happens by accident but through thoughtful and responsible servant leadership.  It is an honor and a real privilege to be associated with this organization, the people working at KCPT and all the members and supporters of this dedicated organization.

Why should people support KCPT?  

I believe KCPT brings something rare to the Kansas City community that is hard to find in other venues and media.  Just look at the programming line up!  It is amazing.  KCPT does this without commercial sponsorship and completely relies on viewers and organizations to endorse and support the work they do.  I like the fact that KCPT and PBS focus on producing and delivering on such high quality programming but is also respectful of that very programming, and its viewers, by not interrupting with commercials.  But this requires other support and KCPT looks to the community of viewers to help them continue with this commitment to quality and respect for the programming and viewers.  I also like the fact that KCPT has become a reflection of the Kansas City community and the people who choose to live in this amazing city.  It is because of this, I choose to support KCPT with my membership and time.

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Featured Board Member: Hunter Wolbach

Learn more about Hunter Wolbach, Chairman of the KCPT Board of Directors

Your favorite PBS/KCPT programs and why?

The Local Show, it is produced here at the station and really showcases the individuals and companies that make Kansas City unique.

What do you enjoy most about being involved with KCPT?
The people, KCPT has the top volunteers and staff in town. These are dedicated and creative team members who have a real passion for this community.

Why should people support KCPT?
I feel there are three main reasons that you should support KCPT: (1) education, (2) enrichment and (3) early childhood development. For education, we provide many tools to help educators teach by utilizing media through our video services – Learn360 and PowerMediaPlus. For enrichment, KCPT provides an audience a wide array of cultural productions which wouldn’t otherwise have the viewership that is vital for their survival. Third and finally, KCPT is a safe place for your children to watch not just because we have family oriented content, but also your children will not be inundated with advertisements when they watch KCPT.

Give me a call anytime to learn more!

Hunter Wolbach,
Chairman of the KCPT Board of Directors

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Featured Board Member: Thomas Dowling

Meet Thomas Dowling, KCPT Board Member, Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP

What is your favorite PBS or KCPT program and why?
Check, Please! is the program I enjoy the most. The show does a great job of highlighting local restaurants, covering not only the food and drink each restaurant serves, but also the price point, ambiance and service that
patrons can expect. In addition, the show’s host, Doug Frost, is a Master Sommelier. Doug does a great job of working in segments that simplify the sometimes complex world of wine.

What do you enjoy most about being involved with KCPT?
My experience with KCPT has been very rewarding due to the people involved with the organization. The staff, the Board of Directors and the Community Advisory Board are passionate about public television and the Kansas City community.

Why should people support KCPT?
There are numerous reasons to support KCPT, but a few of the most important reasons (in my mind) are as follows:

  1. KCPT fulfills the need for educational programming for children that is lacking on other television stations.
  2. KCPT is actively involved in tracking the local Kansas City community. Shows like The Local Show, KC Week in Review and Check, Please!, coupled with productions like the annual Celebration at the Station on Memorial Day weekend highlight KCPT’s commitment to Kansas City.
  3. State and local funding, both in Kansas and Missouri, has been substantially reduced.
  4. As people increasingly move away from cable (replacing it with digital antennas and online content), KCPT will continue to serve a larger role in people’s viewing experience. Currently, viewers can pick up three KCPT stations (KCPT, KCPT2 and KCPT Create) by using a digital antenna.
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