# Event Details - **Event Name**: Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate this outstanding local author in Kansas City!About this EventJoin Rainy Day Books in-store to celebrate Made for This, from local author Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace!"Made for This is a well-written, engaging memoir of a successful career in leadership and diplomacy." — IndieReaderThis event takes place in-store and includes a conversation with the author.The BookMade for This: Lessons in Leadership, Legacy, and Living UnapologeticallyStep Into the Life You Were Made to Lead!Made for This is a powerful reminder that leadership is not about a title—it’s about how you choose to live.In this deeply inspiring memoir, DeAngela Burns-Wallace, EdD, shares a remarkable journey of purpose, discipline, and personal growth. From early lessons in service and self-worth to high-impact leadership roles in global diplomacy, education, and public administration, she unpacks the real work behind personal and professional transformation.You’ll walk away with insight, clarity, and the motivation to lead with intention—wherever you are in life.Key takeaways include:How to identify and honor the values that guide your leadershipHow to move through uncertainty with discipline and courageWhy building legacy starts with living authenticallyWhat it means to lead without apology or permissionWhy empowering others is the highest mark of leadershipIf you're seeking clarity in your calling, wisdom in your next step, or strength to walk your own path—Made for This will meet you there.The AuthorDeAngela Burns-Wallace, EdD, is a nationally respected executive, former U.S. diplomat, and current CEO of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Her career spans leadership roles in the U.S. State Department, higher education, and state government, including serving as cabinet secretary for the State of Kansas. A lifelong advocate for systems change, she is known for transforming organizations, building strategic coalitions, and expanding opportunity through bold, values-driven leadership.Burns-Wallace holds degrees from Stanford, Princeton, and the University of Pennsylvania. She lives in Kansas with her son and retired parents and leads national initiatives to reimagine equitable economic mobility and access for all.Please Note: There are no refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, your book will be available for pickup at Rainy Day Books starting the following day. If you are not local, we'll be happy to mail it to you upon request. Thank you for your support!We will hold your event book in-store for a maximum of 6 months following the event. If you have not retrieved your book in that time period, it will be donated. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairway/dr-deangela-burns-wallace-made-for-this-with-rainy-day-books/100002001664500404 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Doors Open At: 6:30 PM - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Rainy Day Books - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 26.57, max: 32.24, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fairway - **state**: KS - **country**: United States - **location**: Rainy Day Books - **lat**: 39.03362389999999 - **long**: -94.6169322 - **full address**: Rainy Day Books, 2706 W 53rd Street, Fairway, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/49a41185ffd003798d811f67fb5d1959e890c4201ed3886c9e426849ca3be892-rimg-w1200-h600-dc98c838-gmir.jpg?v=1789871704 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books being held? - **A:** Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books takes place on Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Rainy Day Books, 2706 W 53rd Street, Fairway, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books? - **A:** Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books is organized by Rainy Day Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Made for This with Rainy Day Books is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fairway, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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