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Thursday Schedule |
| 8:30AM |
Opening Keynote Speaker: Simon Estes
8:30AM
Opening Keynote Speaker: Simon Estes
Track: Keynote Sessions
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| 9:15AM |
DEI: Making the arts accessible to all
9:15AM
DEI: Making the arts accessible to all
Panelists:
Lindsay Keast, LD Kidd, Mia Buch, Cavan Hallman, Adam Knight
How are Iowa advocates connecting pathways within the arts to under-represented communities? How are we recruiting artists of diverse backgrounds and perspectives?
Track: Arts & Culture
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Access to Mental Health Resources
9:15AM
Access to Mental Health Resources
Panelists:
Okpara Rice, Barry Schreier, Alissa Doobay
Across k12 and colleges/universities, Iowa has seen a significant increase in the demand for mental health resources. How are administration offices handling demand and associated expense?
Track: Education
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Carbon Dioxide Pipelines: Do they have a public benefit?
9:15AM
Carbon Dioxide Pipelines: Do they have a public benefit?
Panelists:
John Satterfield, Charles Stanier (University of Iowa), Bill Caram (Pipeline Safety Trust)
A discussion on the science, evidence and potential impact of CO2 sequestration.
Track: Energy & Environment
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Worker Shortages in Health Care
9:15AM
Worker Shortages in Health Care
Panelists:
Jen Boyd, Carmen Kleinsmith, Teri Vos
Iowa’s continued challenges in recruitment and retention in the health care industry. What are the latest strategies and incentives?
Track: Health Care
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Iowa and 988
9:15AM
Iowa and 988
Panelists:
Adrianne Korbakes, Joe Smarro, Peggy Huppert (NAMI), Emily Blomme (Foundation 2)
988 was launched nationwide in July 2022 as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. What is Iowa’s status when it comes to crisis intervention training and emergency response for individuals using 988?
Track: Human & Social Services
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Local Control
9:15AM
Local Control
Panelists:
Bill Peterson, Alan Kemp, Ross Wilburn
While the Iowa Constitution grants local governments “home rule” powers, local communities have accused the state of infringing on those powers in recent years – on issues from fireworks, masks, rental housing and more. Is this partisanship or are impacts deeper? Why does this matter? What impact does this have on political representation?
Track: Policy
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The Evolution of Incentives
9:15AM
The Evolution of Incentives
Panelists:
Julie Moss, Peter Orazem, Jasmine Almoayyed
What are employers doing to create excitement and action? How are Iowa employers (including small businesses) faring with the rapid increase in employee wages? What truly works?
Track: Workforce
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| 10:20AM |
Long-term sustainability and funding streams
10:20AM
Long-term sustainability and funding streams
Panelists:
Tiffany Nagel Spinner, David Schmitz, Laura Manatt, Jeff Chelesvig
A market by market review of methods for individual, foundational or grant based support for the arts in Iowa.
Track: Arts & Culture
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Open
10:20AM
Open
Track: Education
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Myths vs. Reality on Solar Energy
10:20AM
Myths vs. Reality on Solar Energy
Panelists:
Sara Alden, Justin Foss (Alliant Energy), Sean Kennedy
A conversation for those in favor and opposed to the use of solar energy in Iowa with a focus on utility and industrial scale.
Track: Energy & Environment
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DEI: Tracking Iowa's Health Care Disparities
10:20AM
DEI: Tracking Iowa's Health Care Disparities
Panelists:
Max Mowitz, Anne Carter (Linn County Public Health), Mary Charlton, Henny Ohr (Refugee and Immigrant Voices in Action in Waterloo)
Analysis of the latest data from public health reports with a specific look at under represented populations and their access to care in Iowa.
Track: Health Care
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DEI: Availability of beds for those in crisis
10:20AM
DEI: Availability of beds for those in crisis
Panelists:
Steve Johnson, Anne Starr, Mark Sertterh, Marissa Eyanson (DHS)
What are the challenges for adults and kids who need a place to heal in times of crisis? A look at how necessary closures deepen the gaps, challenges in Iowa’s patient bed tracking system, insurance hurdles and who is working to better the system.
Track: Human & Social Services
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Open
10:20AM
Open
Track: Policy
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Apprenticeships
10:20AM
Apprenticeships
Panelists:
Tim Ruth, GT Karr, Kristine Bullock, Tascha Brown, Jerry Orr
How are students discovering career pathways through apprenticeships? Are employers finding and keeping solid business hires from this approach?
Track: Workforce
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| 11:30AM |
Lunch Break
11:30AM
Lunch Break
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
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| 1:15PM |
Featured Speakers: Director Durham, Director Townsend
1:15PM
Featured Speakers: Director Durham, Director Townsend
A moderated discussion with Director Debi Durham (Iowa Economic Development Authority) and Director Beth Townsend (Iowa Civil Rights Commission). This session is pre-recorded.
Track: Keynote Sessions
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| 2:10PM |
Bringing the arts and business communities closer together
2:10PM
Bringing the arts and business communities closer together
Panelists:
Cody Jandik, Chris Johnson
Consider the economic impact of the arts in neighborhoods, business districts, and main streets. How can Iowa business leaders incorporate the arts in their recruitment and retention strategies for workforce?
Track: Arts & Culture
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DEI: Cultural Proficiency & Inclusivity
2:10PM
DEI: Cultural Proficiency & Inclusivity
Panelists:
Monic Behnken, Ken Morris, Nathan Wear
From curriculum to censorship issues, educators are in a state of uncertainty with what's allowed and not allowed in the classroom. Who is keeping these issues top of mind and how are our systems ensuring accountability?
Track: Education
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Electric Vehicles and Utility Grids
2:10PM
Electric Vehicles and Utility Grids
Panelists:
Adam Jablonski, Marc Franke, Stu Anderson
Hear from early adopters, suppliers and industry components. What are registration numbers and how is Iowa in resource capcacity, charging stations, and supply chains?
Track: Energy & Environment
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Prescription Drug Prices
2:10PM
Prescription Drug Prices
Panelists:
Juliette Cubanski, Robert Nichols, Andria Seip, Matt Osterhaus, Darlene Schmidt
From legislation to the consumer, an update on income cap, over the counter drug coverage and more.
Track: Health Care
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The next phase of Iowa's Managed Care organizations: A Conversation with Health and Human Services Director Kelly Garcia
2:10PM
The next phase of Iowa's Managed Care organizations: A Conversation with Health and Human Services Director Kelly Garcia
Panelists:
Kelly Garcia (Iowa Department of Human Services, Iowa Department of Public Health)
Join Iowa Health and Human Services Director Kelly Garcia in a conversation about the realignment of multiple departments into a new division, upcoming changes to the state's Medicaid program as well as work the department is doing with community providers following a Department of Justice investigation into the Glenwood and Woodward Resource Centers. The session will be moderated by Gazette Executive Editor Zack Kucharski.
Track: Human & Social Services
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Name, Image and Likeness Laws for Student Athletes
2:10PM
Name, Image and Likeness Laws for Student Athletes
Panelists:
Brad Heinrichs, Lyla Clerry, David Harris
The ability for college players to earn money from their name image and likeness has led to a number of collectives and opportunities for athletes and fans to forge new relationships. Meanwhile, Iowa became the 15th state in August in which high school athletes could begin to earn money from use of their name, image or likeness. We’ll discuss what this means for athletes, programs and fans as the era of NIL takes hold.
Track: Policy
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DEI: Hiring Process and Onboarding
2:10PM
DEI: Hiring Process and Onboarding
Panelists:
Nick Ford, Miranda Swafford, Elizabeth Buch (City of Cedar Rapids), Anthony Arrington
Understanding employer and prospective employee goals in matching skillsets to a workplace culture that will position all parties for long-term success. From recruitment strategies, an accepted offer and onboarding.
Track: Workforce
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| 3:15PM |
The role of arts and culture in community place making
3:15PM
The role of arts and culture in community place making
Panelists:
Christopher Hunter, Jon Berg, Tiffany Tauscheck, Monica Leo
How can the arts help inform or tell the stories of Iowa neighborhoods? What steps do communities consider when building a distinct, welcoming space?
Track: Arts & Culture
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Factors of Enrollment in Liberal Arts Colleges
3:15PM
Factors of Enrollment in Liberal Arts Colleges
Panelists:
Douglas Shapiro, Cornelia Lang (University of Iowa), Jennifer Rathje, Jonathan Brand (Cornell College)
Is the public opinion of higher education changing? A look at existing conditions that may impact the traditional college experience.
Track: Education
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Siting Decisions for Animal Feeding Operations, Solar, & Wind
3:15PM
Siting Decisions for Animal Feeding Operations, Solar, & Wind
Panelists:
Ben Lipari, John Robbins, Wally Taylor, Shannon Roesler
Addressing challenges and balancing needs when it comes to CAFO's, wind, and solar locations.
Track: Energy & Environment
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The Future of Telehealth
3:15PM
The Future of Telehealth
Panelists:
Sue Gehling, Jessica Lovrien, Jen Amis, Doug Van Daele
At the close of the emergency declaration, what's next in telehealth from an indsutry, insurance and community perspective?
Track: Health Care
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Suicide Ideation among adults and younger
3:15PM
Suicide Ideation among adults and younger
Panelists:
Dr. Kelly Wood, Keri Neblett, Drew Martel (Foundation 2), Dr. Gerta Bardhoshi (Iowa Center for School Mental Health)
A discussion on the range of stressors that can put individuals at mental health high risk. How is Iowa working through spikes and who is leading in resources?
Track: Human & Social Services
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The Links of Domestic Abuse and Homicide
3:15PM
The Links of Domestic Abuse and Homicide
Panelists:
Jodi Bowden-Fuentes, Sandi Tibbetts Murphy, Lisa Ambrose (Amani Community Services), Nick Maybanks, Laura Hessburg
Domestic violence homicides continued an upward trend in 2021 to the highest levels seen in at least 10 years. More than half of all Iowans killed in a domestic violence incident were killed with a gun. What is – or could – be done to lower domestic violence deaths? Why are they spiking now and what can Iowans do to reduce domestic violence across the state?
Track: Policy
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DEI: Challenges in Business Ownership
3:15PM
DEI: Challenges in Business Ownership
Panelists:
Diana Wright, Scott Swenson, ReShonda Young, Mohamed Nasraddin, Jesse Thoeming
The dream of owning a successful business is often hit with a world of unknowns. How is Iowa providing pathways for overcoming barriers and connecting prospective business owner to the resources needed to succeed?
Track: Workforce
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| 4:20PM |
The Big Idea: Rebuilding the Arts Audience
4:20PM
The Big Idea: Rebuilding the Arts Audience
Panelists:
Jason Anderson, Jeff Capps, Sean Ulmer (Cedar Rapids Museum of Art)
Regardless of past success, arts and culture organizations across Iowa need to find new ways to build and engage their audience. How are organizations getting creative after several seasons of audience pivots? Best practices and lesssons learned wil be shared in this roundtable session.
Track: Arts & Culture
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The Big Idea: A Look at Classroom Structures
4:20PM
The Big Idea: A Look at Classroom Structures
Panelists:
Dan Devore (City View Community High School), Laura Williams, Vicki Hyland
A review of traditional and innovative structures in physical space and curriculum in k12 learning.
Track: Education
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The Big Idea: Iowa and the Mississippi River
4:20PM
The Big Idea: Iowa and the Mississippi River
Panelists:
Chris Jones, Michael Schmidt, Tegan Wendland
The Mississippi River travels 2,350 miles from northern Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. What is Iowa's contribution to the water quality of the basin and how is our state perceived by others?
Track: Energy & Environment
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The Big Idea: Iowa's Weight Gain
4:20PM
The Big Idea: Iowa's Weight Gain
Panelists:
Robert Kruse, Dara Lieberman, Jami Haberl, Cindy Fiester
Obesity has been on the rise since the start of the pandemic. What is the state and severity of this diagnosis? How is this trend having an impact on health related resources?
Track: Health Care
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The Big Idea: Nonprofit Response to Inflation
4:20PM
The Big Idea: Nonprofit Response to Inflation
Panelists:
Brittany Scanlon, Katherine Harrington, Joe Quick
As extra national and state funding streams are shifting or ending, how are non-profits getting creative to provide service and support for their communities? What collaborations are working?
Track: Human & Social Services
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The Big Idea: Keeping Balance in the Judiciary
4:20PM
The Big Idea: Keeping Balance in the Judiciary
Panelists:
Connie Ryan, Chief Justice Susan Christensen, Henry Hamilton
A fair and independent judicial branch is a key piece of a democratic form of government. The independence – including free from outside influences – helps judges stick the facts of the case and ignore other influences. Once hailed as a gold standard in judicial selection, there have been challenges in the judicial selection process, significant wave of retirements meaning Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has appointed the majority of the court. A global pandemic also impacted how the courts have done business. How is the court doing at managing against outside influences and working to preserve its balance?
Track: Policy
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Open
4:20PM
Open
Track: Workforce
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Friday Schedule |
| 8:30AM |
Speed Networking
8:30AM
Speed Networking
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
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| 9:05AM |
Featured Keynote Speaker: Michele Shelton
9:05AM
Featured Keynote Speaker: Michele Shelton
Panelists:
Michele Shelton
Track: Keynote Sessions
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| 10:10AM |
Preserving the Arts in Public Education
10:10AM
Preserving the Arts in Public Education
Panelists:
Sarah Fairfield, Jon Welch, Leon Kuehner, Karoline Meyers
How are the arts and culture community leaders working with school administrators to ensure continued representation and engagement with students? A look at the challenges as well as programs that continue to thrive.
Track: Arts & Culture
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DEI: Changing Demographics in Students
10:10AM
DEI: Changing Demographics in Students
Panelists:
Laurie Phelan, Dr. Mary Grinstead, Roy Salcedo, Becky Smith
How can the unique perspective of every student impact the overall educational experience? A look at socioeconomic, trans, non-English speaking, behavioral and more.
Track: Education
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Bitcoin Mines & Data Centers: How large energy users affect Iowa's power grid.
10:10AM
Bitcoin Mines & Data Centers: How large energy users affect Iowa's power grid.
Panelists:
Kerri Johannsen, Jim Martin-Schramm, JP Baric
Impact on data centers and energy used by larger consumers and corporations. What is the value to the public/state of these data centers?
Track: Energy & Environment
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The Surge of STI's in Iowa
10:10AM
The Surge of STI's in Iowa
Panelists:
George Walton, Heather Meador
Public health officials have reported a recent rise in Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). What is causing the surge? What communities are most at risk and what ongoing care is available in Iowa?
Track: Health Care
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DEI: Immigrant and refugee long-term success in Iowa
10:10AM
DEI: Immigrant and refugee long-term success in Iowa
Panelists:
Alison Hoeman, Robin Clark Bennett, Stephanie Moris, Minouche Bandubuila, Mugisha Gloire (United We March Forward)
When an influx occurs, how do community resources respond? What is the starting point to understand individual or family needs such as education, job training and job access?
Track: Human & Social Services
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School Choice
10:10AM
School Choice
Panelists:
Trish Wilger (Iowa Alliance for Choice in Education), Melissa Peterson, Drew Klein, Margaret Buckton (Urban Education Network of Iowa)
While multiple school choice measures stalled in the Republican-controlled Iowa Legislature last year, they’re expected to again be a major theme when lawmakers return to Des Moines in January. What’s fueling the push? What do the proposals mean for students, public and private schools? What will these measures mean for Iowa’s rural districts?
Track: Policy
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The Push for Automation
10:10AM
The Push for Automation
Panelists:
Jeff Spadaro, Hank Norem, Michael O'Donnell
Businesses are seeking to preserve employees by automating repetitive manufacturing tasks and shifting bodies inot the more unique roles. Earlier this year, Iowa distributed more than $4 million in automation grant funding. Will this level of investment have a positive impact on employer demand?
Track: Workforce
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| 11:15AM |
Unlocking Successful Public Art Programs
11:15AM
Unlocking Successful Public Art Programs
Panelists:
Robin Anderson, John Englebrecht, Mat Greiner, Teva Dawson (Group Creatives Services--launched Art Week in Des Moines ), Nick Ludwig
Exploring partnerships and development programs that support the arts.
Track: Arts & Culture
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DEI: Barriers to Home Ownership
11:15AM
DEI: Barriers to Home Ownership
Panelists:
Stephanie Murphy, Sarah Thompson, Karey Chase
The process to purchase a home is complex. What are the greatest challenges to ensure access to resources, education and support for all who want to make this investment?
Track: Community
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Practical Coding & Tech in the Classroom
11:15AM
Practical Coding & Tech in the Classroom
Panelists:
Sean Roberts, Corey Rogers, Kate Moreland
How has the evolution of computer science as a required part of curriculum impacted the classroom and students within? How have Iowa educators embraced what was once an innovative add-on to the expected skill sets ahead?
Track: Education
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Extreme Weather on agriculture, infrastructure, and people
11:15AM
Extreme Weather on agriculture, infrastructure, and people
Panelists:
Gabriele Villarini, Aaron Graber, Dennis Todey, Mark Licht, Tamara Marcus (Linn County)
How does weather impact the lives of Iowans and the future of our communities?
Track: Energy & Environment
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Oral Health
11:15AM
Oral Health
Panelists:
Suzanne Heckenlaible, Elizabeth Matney, Howard Cowen
Maintaining oral health in all phases of life is essential, but long-term neglect can have serious impact and is cited as the leading cause of death in nursing homes. What contributes to poor dental health and how does this connect to other health-related issues?
Track: Health Care
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The Rise of Substance Abuse
11:15AM
The Rise of Substance Abuse
Panelists:
Kelly Reitzler, Amy Doerrfeld, Dale Woolery, Shawn Dorius, Monica Wilke-Brown
A discussion about the rise in use of substances and the weight of resource scarcity. What is happening in overdose prevention and educating people on addiction?
Track: Human & Social Services
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Protecting our elders: Iowa's new Elder Abuse law
11:15AM
Protecting our elders: Iowa's new Elder Abuse law
Panelists:
Brad Anderson, Robyn Mills, Larry Kudej, Chantelle Smith
Elder abuse became a specific criminal offense under a new law that took effect July 1. The new laws – which establish criminal penalties -- also address theft, assault and financial exploitation of those over age 60. We’ll talk about the impacts the laws are expected to have as well as why the laws were necessary in the first place.
Track: Policy
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DEI: Building the foundation for employer DEI strategies
11:15AM
DEI: Building the foundation for employer DEI strategies
Panelists:
Angelica Vannatta (United Way of East Central Iowa-BOLD program ), Tim Carty, Stefanie Munsterman, Erin Pottebaum, Robin Therme, Jennifer Banta (United Way Johnson and Washington County )
A look at Iowa tools and resources in building an effective DEI strategy. How are available tools balanced with the goal of an authentic means to understand the critical need to understand an organization's history and current state? Inclusive ICR will review their dEI index offered to Eastern Iowa employers and the building of a DEI resource library.
Track: Workforce
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| 12:20PM |
Closing Keynote Speakers: Clarissa Chun and Dan Gable
12:20PM
Closing Keynote Speakers: Clarissa Chun and Dan Gable
Panelists:
Dan Gable, Clarissa Chun
Two Olympians will share their experiences and talk about the future and growth of one of Iowa's most iconic collegiate sports.
Track: Keynote Sessions
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