As we celebrate National Mentoring Month, we reflect on the powerful role mentorship has played in shaping leaders and communities. From early guidance to lifelong support, mentorship fuels growth, connection, and shared success. Brandy McCombs’ story reminds us that leadership is about lifting others up and investing in the future — a journey that continues to inspire and evolve.

As we move closer to 2026, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the partnerships that helped shape our journey in Kansas City. From a first collaboration over sawdust and smoke at Backfire BBQ to a trusted relationship built on craftsmanship and mutual respect, the story of IBC and Whiting-Turner is one of shared vision and long-term growth — and it’s still being written.