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Cindy Yulich: Woman of Impact
Cindy Yulich, Emprise Bank Market President – Lawrence
Like most community leaders who make positive impacts, Cindy Yulich measures her own success by the successes of the people around her, whether it be fellow employees or customers/clients. Another common trait held by most impactful leaders is that she worries less about perceptions of others about her and more about results or the positive differences she’s making in the lives of those she serves. Leading with integrity in both her role as market president of Empire Bank and her work in the community is of utmost importance to Yulich. Bringing the community together around a common purpose of shared success is her vision.
In her own words:
YOUR MENTOR/ROLE MODEL
Many have impacted my life and career but three rise to the top: Jay Breidenthal, my first boss in banking at Security Bank of Kansas City. Jay taught me the art of taking care of customers. The second was Randy Weseman, former Superintendent of Lawrence Public Schools. Randy lived the concept of servant leadership, the importance of process and the difference between governance and management. Finally, Dave Adams retired President of Emprise Bank. Dave is one of the most empathetic and fair-minded people I know.
KNOW ABOUT YOU
Leading with integrity in both my job and my community work is important to me. The success of my fellow employees and customers is my mission.
MAKING AN IMPACT
This was never really a decision but rather evolved over time. At this point in my career, I’m focused on making a difference when I am presented with an opportunity to help improve a situation and less worried about how I may be perceived by others.
LIKE TO SEE CHANGE
I’d like to see the Lawrence community come together around a common purpose of shared success. We don’t have to always agree but let’s find the common ground where we do agree and begin the work of making progress toward our goals.
