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2025 Tippie Summit
International (2nd Floor) Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union
9 am – 2 pm
Our program features conversations with an impressive assortment of people, many of them past Tippie Summit speakers and panelists. Free lunch is included along with plenty of networking and idea sharing, and insightful speakers that demonstrate the power and influence of Tippie alumni across industries.
Let us know you'll attend.
Saturday, March 1
Putting in the Work: How to Develop Leadership in Yourself & Others
featuring:
- Sarah Gardial, Dean, Massey College of Business at Belmont University (and former Dean, Tippie College of Business)
- Stacey Panayiotou, Chief HR Officer, Ball Corporation
- Moderated by Beth Livingston, Associate Professor of Management & Entrepreneurship
Meeting the Challenges of Leadership with Confidence
featuring:
- Lura McBride, President and CEO, Van Meter
- Robin Therme, President, Civco Medical Supplies
- Moderated by Amy Kristof-Brown, Dean, Tippie College of Business and Professor of Management & Entrepreneurship
Evolving Your Career
featuring:
- Nicole Johnston, Executive & Leadership Coach, innatePOWER
- Megan McKay, Executive Director, Mint 'N More Foundation
- Moderated by Amy Colbert, Professor of Management & Entrepreneurship, Tippie College of Business
Lunchtime Comments:
- Barbara Wilson, President, University of Iowa
Plus, personal perspectives from:
- Peg Stessman, Founder, StrategicHealthSolutions
- Mike Colbert, Associate Professor of Practice, Business Analytics
Melissa Murer Corrigan, Creator and Host, MelisRxScripts podcast
The Tippie Summit is open to anyone regardless of gender, race, sexual preference, religion, disability, or working status. We want participants that are willing to listen, share ideas, meet new people, and be open to personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for insights and inspiration and are willing to connect with others on this path, this free program is for you.
This event is made possible by:
- The Dore/Tippie Women’s Leadership Fund
- The Natalie Costello Fund
Questions or concerns about the program can be directed to Barb Thomas at Barbara-thomas-2@uiowa.edu or 319-335-2188.