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Thursday Schedule |
| 8:30AM |
Opening Keynote Speaker: Simon Estes
8:30AM
Opening Keynote Speaker: Simon Estes
Track: Keynote Sessions
308
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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,Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
258
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9:15AM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
255
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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
256
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9:15AM
Track: Higher Education
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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
257
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9:15AM
Track: K12 Education
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9:15AM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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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
266
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10:20AM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
263
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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,Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
264
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10:20AM
Track: Higher Education
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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 (Orchard Place Des Moines), 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,Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
265
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10:20AM
Track: K12 Education
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10:20AM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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| 11:30AM |
Lunch Break
11:30AM
Lunch Break
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
309
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Lunch Break
11:30AM
Lunch Break
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
309
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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
311
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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
273
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2:10PM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
270
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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
271
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2:10PM
Track: Higher Education
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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
272
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2:10PM
Track: K12 Education
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2:10PM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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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
281
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3:15PM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
278
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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
279
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3:15PM
Track: Higher Education
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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
280
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3:15PM
Track: K12 Education
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3:15PM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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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
289
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4:20PM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
286
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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, 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
287
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4:20PM
Track: Higher Education
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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
288
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4:20PM
Track: K12 Education
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4:20PM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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Friday Schedule |
| 8:30AM |
Speed Networking
8:30AM
Speed Networking
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
312
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Speed Networking
8:30AM
Speed Networking
Track: Featured Speakers,Keynote Sessions
312
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| 9:05AM |
Featured Keynote Speaker: Michele Shelton
9:05AM
Featured Keynote Speaker: Michele Shelton
Panelists:
Michele Shelton
Track: Keynote Sessions
313
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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
297
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10:10AM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
294
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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
295
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10:10AM
Track: Higher Education
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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,Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
296
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10:10AM
Track: K12 Education
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10:10AM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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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
305
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11:15AM
Track: Economic and Community Development
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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
302
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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
303
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11:15AM
Track: Higher Education
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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
304
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11:15AM
Track: K12 Education
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11:15AM
Track: Bonus Sessions
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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
314
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