Chris Kibler Named a Women in Business Honoree

(Wichita, Kan.) – Chris Kibler, SMG Assistant General Manager and Director of Finance for INTRUST Bank Arena, has been named a Women in Business honoree by the Wichita Business Journal. Through its Women in Business program, the Wichita Business Journal recognizes outstanding women in the Wichita area for their career accomplishments and contributions to the success of other women.

Kibler is being honored for her outstanding business accomplishments, significant contributions to the Wichita community, her efforts for improving the climate for women in business and efforts in mentoring others. While at INTRUST Bank Arena, Kibler has received the Wichita Business Journal 2009 40 under 40 award and 2013 CFO award. Additionally, she was selected by the Kansas Society of CPAs as a 2012 20 up to 40 leadership recipient and was honored with the 2013 Emerging Leader Award by the Kansas Society of CPAs in conjunction with the American Institute of CPAS.

“Chris is a tremendous leader within our organization and has been a major contributor in our facility’s success since opening in 2010,” said SMG General Manager, AJ Boleski. “Chris continues to thrive in our industry and constantly shows a great amount of passion and enthusiasm for the entertainment business.”

Honorees were recognized at a luncheon event on July 21.