Peter F. Najera, MBA

Each year, the Wichita Business Journal honors the people who are leading their companies to great heights in Wichita. This senior-level executive awards program spotlights leaders who are helping not only their businesses thrive, but contributing to the community through leadership or philanthropy.

The Wichita Business Journal Diversity & Inclusion Award recognizes the accomplishments of Wichita-area business, individuals, and nonprofits as they strive to reflect the rich tapestry in our business community. Winners have demonstrated respect or inclusive treatment for others, advocacy for unrepresented groups and a commitment to the advancement of cultural diversity in our business community.

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The Wichita Business Journal Diversity & Inclusion Award recognizes the accomplishments of Wichita-area business, individuals, and nonprofits as they strive to reflect the rich tapestry in our business community. Winners have demonstrated respect or inclusive treatment for others, advocacy for unrepresented groups and a commitment to the advancement of cultural diversity in our business community.

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The Asia 21 Summit is the pre-eminent gathering of Asia’s most dynamic young leaders from every country and every sector and all under the age of 40. The Summit prepares tomorrow’s leaders for the challenges and responsibilities of global citizenship and help them to generate creative approaches to leadership and problem solving; to build networks of trust; and to educate each other in the highest ideals of values-based leadership.

Created in 1981, the Young Leaders program brings together a vibrant group of French and American professionals from an incredible array of sectors whose common link is their passion for forging bonds in a globalized world and using their influence for the common good.

In this two-year program, alternating each year between France and the US, a group of 40 Young Leaders spends four to five days together discussing issues of common concern, meeting with local and global specialists, and… Show more

Created in 1981, the Young Leaders program brings together a vibrant group of French and American professionals from an incredible array of sectors whose common link is their passion for forging bonds in a globalized world and using their influence for the common good.

In this two-year program, alternating each year between France and the US, a group of 40 Young Leaders spends four to five days together discussing issues of common concern, meeting with local and global specialists, and getting to know one another. After two years as Young Leaders, participants join an active community of lifelong alumni. Alumni attend and organize events, use the network to advance common causes, and are encouraged to contribute to the program's future success.

The selection process is highly competitive. Candidates must be between 30 and 40 years old when they apply to the program. A jury evaluates candidates based on their potential to attain the highest level of leadership in their chosen profession, their ability to contribute to the enrichment of today's world, and their enthusiasm to participate and to remain an active member of the alumni community. Show less

Salzburg Global Seminar is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1947 to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world. The multi-year program series aim to bridge divides, expand collaboration and transform systems.

Salzburg Global convenes outstanding talent across generations, cultures and sectors to inspire new thinking and action, and to connect local innovators with global resources. The Seminar fosters lasting networks and partnerships for creative… Show more

Salzburg Global Seminar is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1947 to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world. The multi-year program series aim to bridge divides, expand collaboration and transform systems.

Salzburg Global convenes outstanding talent across generations, cultures and sectors to inspire new thinking and action, and to connect local innovators with global resources. The Seminar fosters lasting networks and partnerships for creative, just and sustainable change.

Over 36,000 Fellows from more than 170 countries have come together through various programs, with many rising to senior leadership positions. Show less

Conferred on an alumnus/alumna who has distinguished himself or herself in military service. The award is presented in honor of Notre Dame's third president, who was a celebrated Civil War chaplain of the Union army's Irish Brigade.

The British-American Project is a transatlantic fellowship of over 1,200 leaders, rising stars and opinion formers from a broad spectrum of occupations, backgrounds and political views. It is an extraordinarily diverse network of high-achievers on rising career paths in public, professional and business life.

Each year, 20-24 new participants are selected from either side of the Atlantic, chosen on the strength of service to their communities and professional achievement.

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The British-American Project is a transatlantic fellowship of over 1,200 leaders, rising stars and opinion formers from a broad spectrum of occupations, backgrounds and political views. It is an extraordinarily diverse network of high-achievers on rising career paths in public, professional and business life.

Each year, 20-24 new participants are selected from either side of the Atlantic, chosen on the strength of service to their communities and professional achievement.

The fellowship enables talented professionals to have opportunities to test their limits, learn from the perspectives and experiences of others, and challenge (or be challenged) on their own assumptions about the world. Show less

This fellowship seeks to create a network of talented and diverse young American and Japanese leaders brought together to foster dialogue, friendship and understanding between the two countries. Through a competitive selection process, 20 high potential leaders from each country are chosen each year from a variety of career fields. All members hold US or Japanese citizenship, and have demonstrated significant leadership in their respective fields.

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This fellowship seeks to create a network of talented and diverse young American and Japanese leaders brought together to foster dialogue, friendship and understanding between the two countries. Through a competitive selection process, 20 high potential leaders from each country are chosen each year from a variety of career fields. All members hold US or Japanese citizenship, and have demonstrated significant leadership in their respective fields.

After the initial 2-year fellowship is complete, the program is designed to keep the leaders in touch with each other throughout their careers through a dedicated member website and online directory, frequent in-person reunions, and regular contact via members-only online communication groups. To date, 451 young leaders have participated in the Program. The goal is to bridge the gap between East and West that has plagued the world since our earliest contacts. Show less

Selected among 3000 candidates for exceptional leadership, technical competence, demonstrated values, and team-building skills.

Selected as the Fort Bliss Officer of the Year for leadership, professionalism, and technical and tactical competence.

Selected as the top performing organization of the year among 40.

For meritorious combat service while deployed in Iraq for Operation Desert Storm.

Awarded as a member of 1-37 Armor for "extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy of the United States of America" during Operation Desert Storm.