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William Blessing
Directeur/Bestuurslid bij
KANSAS CITY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Profiel
William R.
Blessing is currently an Independent Director at Kansas City Life Insurance Co. and a Director at both The Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Inc. and Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America.
He previously held positions as a Director at Clearwire Corp., SVP-Strategic Planning & Corporate Development at Sprint Corp.
(Old) from 1981 to 2005, VP-Strategic Planning & Business Development at Sprint PCS from 1998 to 2003, Senior VP-Corporate Strategy & Development at Sprint Communications LLC in 2005, and Senior VP-Corporate Strategy & Development at Embarq Corp.
from 2006 to 2007.
Actieve functies van William Blessing
| Bedrijven | Functie | Begin |
|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY | Directeur/Bestuurslid | 01-01-2001 |
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Inc.
 The Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non profit professional resident theater | Directeur/Bestuurslid | - |
Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America
 Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America Part of Boy Scouts of America, Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves youth across eastern and western regions through comprehensive scouting programs. The company is based in Kansas City, MO. Covering nineteen counties, the council supports Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Exploring, and specialized leadership programs such as Mic-O-Say and the Order of the Arrow’s Tamegonit Lodge. It emphasizes character development, citizenship, personal fitness, and ethical decision-making aligned with the Scout Oath and Law. The council is organized into multiple districts—including Blue Elk, Lone Bear, Iron Horse, and others—that provide localized support, leadership training, advancement resources, and unit service through commissioners and regular roundtable meetings. It offers camping opportunities at scout reservations like Bartle, Naish, and Rotary Camp, with programs for different age groups and interests, including STEM, high adventure, and Cub Scout overnight experiences. Activities and events such as haunted trails, scout nights with local sports teams, community service initiatives, and anniversary celebrations engage scouts and families year-round. The council administers awards for youth and adult volunteers, including the Eagle Scout, District Award of Merit, and Silver Beaver awards. Supporting resources include training courses, merit badge programs, leadership development, and materials for scouts with disabilities. The council fosters volunteer involvement and community partnerships to sustain programs and promote lifelong commitment to scouting values. | Directeur/Bestuurslid | - |
Eerdere bekende functies van William Blessing
| Bedrijven | Functie | Einde |
|---|---|---|
Embarq Corp.
 Embarq Corp. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides wired telecommunications and related data services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 15-12-2007 |
| SPRINT NEXTEL CORPORATION | Corporate Officer/Principal | 01-05-2006 |
Sprint Corp. (Old)
 Sprint Corp. (Old) Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides local and long-distance telecommunications services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 17-08-2005 |
Sprint PCS
 Sprint PCS Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides local and long distance telephone services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 01-08-2003 |
Clearwire Corp.
 Clearwire Corp. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides fourth generation wireless broadband services | Directeur/Bestuurslid | - |
Ervaring
Beklede functies
Actief
Inactief
Beursgenoteerde bedrijven
Bedrijven in privébezit
Connecties
79
Eerstegraads connecties
8
Bedrijven verbonden in de eerste graad
Man
Vrouw
Besturend
Uitvoerend
Verwante bedrijven
| Bedrijven in privébezit | 8 |
|---|---|
Kansas City Life Insurance Co.
 Kansas City Life Insurance Co. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Provides life insurance and health insurance services | Finance |
Sprint Corp. (Old)
Sprint Corp. (Old) Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides local and long-distance telecommunications services | Communications |
Clearwire Corp.
Clearwire Corp. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides fourth generation wireless broadband services | Communications |
Sprint PCS
Sprint PCS Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides local and long distance telephone services | Communications |
Sprint Communications LLC
 Sprint Communications LLC Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides wireless and wireline voice & data transmission services | Communications |
Embarq Corp.
Embarq Corp. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides wired telecommunications and related data services | Communications |
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Inc.
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non profit professional resident theater | Commercial Services |
Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America
Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America Part of Boy Scouts of America, Heart of America Council of Boy Scouts of America is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves youth across eastern and western regions through comprehensive scouting programs. The company is based in Kansas City, MO. Covering nineteen counties, the council supports Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Exploring, and specialized leadership programs such as Mic-O-Say and the Order of the Arrow’s Tamegonit Lodge. It emphasizes character development, citizenship, personal fitness, and ethical decision-making aligned with the Scout Oath and Law. The council is organized into multiple districts—including Blue Elk, Lone Bear, Iron Horse, and others—that provide localized support, leadership training, advancement resources, and unit service through commissioners and regular roundtable meetings. It offers camping opportunities at scout reservations like Bartle, Naish, and Rotary Camp, with programs for different age groups and interests, including STEM, high adventure, and Cub Scout overnight experiences. Activities and events such as haunted trails, scout nights with local sports teams, community service initiatives, and anniversary celebrations engage scouts and families year-round. The council administers awards for youth and adult volunteers, including the Eagle Scout, District Award of Merit, and Silver Beaver awards. Supporting resources include training courses, merit badge programs, leadership development, and materials for scouts with disabilities. The council fosters volunteer involvement and community partnerships to sustain programs and promote lifelong commitment to scouting values. |
