The Women's Fund of Southwest Iowa invites you to join us on September 25, 2025 as we welcome
Academy, Oscar, and Golden Globe Award-Winning Actress and published author, Marlee Matlin,
as this year's special keynote speaker!
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EVENT SPEAKERS
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Event Emcee
Deborah Ward
Education
Dr. Nadilia Gomez - Chief Technology Officer for the Digital and Precision Agriculture research and innovation platform at Iowa State University
Cayla Iske - Director of Nutrition at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium
Kathryn Kunert - Vice President of Economic Connections and Integration at MidAmerican Energy
Aging in Place
Jean Bohnker, Assisted Living Locators
Niki Black, HomeCare Advocacy Network
Childcare
Christina Bateman, President of Vision Atlantic
Claudia Schabel, Vice President of Programs at Iowa Women's Foundation
Deb Sprecker, Executive Director for the Heistand Family Foundation
Women's Health, Safety and Well-being
Marlee Matlin - Actress, activist and author
Matlin is one of the most powerful and engaging keynote speakers on the global stage, captivating audiences with her dynamic presence, authentic storytelling, and unshakable advocacy. Matlin draws from her extraordinary life, from her groundbreaking Hollywood debut to her tireless work as a champion for diversity and inclusion. And in her new documentary "Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore," Matlin revisits her volatile two-year romantic relationship with late actor William Hurt.
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