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FIFA World Cup Advisory Committee

The FIFA World Cup Advisory Committee acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters about the FIFA World Cup. The Kansas City metro will host six total FIFA World Cup matches in June and July of 2026 -- four in the group stage, one in the round of 32, and one quarterfinal. The Committee will advise the Council on how to leverage these events in a way that raises the profile of Independence on an international stage while also looking to benefit from the economic impact of this event. It is expected that the committee would provide regular updates and make recommendations to the City Council on how best to leverage the magnitude of the event for the benefit of Independence.

Membership Information

The Committee is made up of 16 total members appointed by the City Council. 

Current Members:

  • Carlos Cabrera - Co-Chairperson
  • Morris Heide, Independence Parks and Recreation
  • Charline (Traylor) Gray
  • Mark Adams
  • Joyce Constance-White
  • Zach Harmon-McLaughlin
  • Randall House
  • Justice Horn
  • Angie Judy
  • Amy Jolley
  • JJ Kuntz
  • Jeff O'Neill
  • Cindi Rogers
  • Aldo Torres
  • Kristine Vainovska Twidwell
  • Tab Wyckoff
  • Michael Young
  • Shelby McClain

 

View LIVE meetings here 

Commission's Work & Outreach Efforts:

Work
Photo shows the Trail to the Trophy website homepage as a preview of work the FIFA Advisory Committee has accomplished

The Trail to the Trophy website was created by the Commission with the assistance of the City's Communications division. 

Trail to the Trophy is the City’s initiative to provide guests and citizens with important information regarding FIFA World Cup 26™, including event information, transportation options, volunteer opportunities, and tourism resources.