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It's Girl Boss time.
Each year, the Tippie Women Summit presents a series of speakers who share insights and inspiration that are valuable to all.
Authentic Relationships
It’s possible that in an average week we spend more time with our co-workers than our family, and it's important to explore these work relationships to understand how vital they can be to help you thrive in your career.
This webinar will address building authentic workplace relationships in which you feel known and valued, guided by the research of Professor Amy Colbert and the insight of Iowa alumnus Renee Gullickson, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC. You will leave this session equipped to forge powerfully authentic and mutually supportive relationships with your colleagues.
Live & Learn
“Learn from your mistakes.” We’ve heard this mantra many times, but if we are honest, we know this can be challenging. Our panel of distinguished alumni will share their stories of mistakes, regrets and lessons learned. Join us as we discover how such experiences can help us grow.
Breaking the Impostor Syndrome
Many people experience the so-called "impostor syndrome" despite their success in the workplace. It holds them back from pursuing challenging opportunities, leads to overworking and burnout, and takes a huge emotion toll. Tippie Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship and Pioneer Research Fellow Rong Su will highlight how you can overcoming barriers to career success by challenging existing conceptions and establishing a renewed understanding about the impostor experience.
Assembling Your Power Players
This alumni panel discussion will highlight how creating a web of personal networks can benefit you as your career progresses. Learn first hand from several successful Tippie alums.
Stepping up to Leadership as Women
This casual conversation will feature Tippie Dean Amy Kristof-Brown, Tippie Associate Dean of Graduate Programs Jennifer Blackhurst, and Tippie alum Nicole Johnston (BBA94). They’ll discuss how they prepared for leadership opportunities and provide insight on how you can be ready for your professional development.
Integrating Work and Life for Women
Most people are familiar with the term "work-life balance," but what if we thought of it as "work life management" instead? During this presentation, Tippie Assistant Professor Beth Livingston will share her research on how women need to better understand their working process to better manage their work and home lives.
Tippie Women Summit 2021
This panel discussion brought together women working in STEM-related fields to share their perspectives. Panelists included Jennifer Marietta-Westburg (PhD00), Principal at Cornerstone Research and former Deputy Director and Chief Economist at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission; Eden Simmer (BBA05), Head of Global Equity Trading at PIMCO; and Ebony Johnson (MBA21), Trait Discovery Project Manager at Corteva Agriscience. Moderated by Tippie Business Analytics Professor Jen Blackhurst.
Women on Corporate Boards
Presented as a part of the Tippie Women Summit Webinar Series, this discussion highlighted issues surrounding serving on a corporate board of directors. Panelists included Janice Reals Ellig (BBA68), CEO of the Ellig Group; Sue Taylor (MBA01), Chief Information Officer for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Boise Cascade board member; Anne-Marie Thomas, board member of the Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group and the DUCA Financial Services Credit Union; and Tracy McKibben, Founder and CEO of MAC Energy Advisors and board member of the Ecolab, Huntington Ingalls Industries, USAA, New York Power Authority, and the National Kidney Foundation.
Women Who Shaped the University of Iowa
Our University's history is filled with incredible women who helped define our campus culture. Join Iowa Women's Archives Processing Librarian Anna Tunnicliff on a journey through the Archives. Along the way, you'll learn about women who shaped the University of Iowa from within and made it the institution it is today.
Smart Money for Smart Women
Each stage of life presents its own financial challenges and opportunities. Our panel of financial advisors will provide insights and advice for each stage of your life - whether starting out, juggling all that comes with mid-life (kids AND parents), and preparing for and embracing retirement.
Harness the Power of "No"
Negotiating departmental dynamics, research collaborations, and committee requests while maintaining positive relationships is a skill every person needs. In this webinar, we will cover: Problem-solving negotiation strategies for nice people; How to harness the power of “No” to regain the time and respect you need to focus on your career, your personal life (self-care), and your family; and How intersectional stereotypes enter into the mix.
Start Up Don't, Give Up
Starting your own business isn't easy but it can be done! We'll hear from three successful female entrepreneurs about the excitement, challenges, and the rewards of starting your own business.