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Sunday, September 27
 

3:00pm PDT

Executive Board Meeting
Sunday September 27, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon IV

Sunday September 27, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon IV
  Meeting

6:00pm PDT

Pre-Conference Networking Social & Keynote: What We’re Looking For – One Business Owner’s perspective, after 17 years as an entrepreneur, helping other businesses with talent development.
Sunday September 27, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm PDT
Salon II & III
Hors d'oeuvres with presenter Sinikka WaightIn this engaging session, our keynote speaker Sinikka Waugh, founder and president of Your Clear Next Step shares her business origin-story of how education and leadership in business shaped her journey, and how one simple mission has made the foundational difference that has led to success for her as an entrepreneur and for her customers and students in...
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Speakers
avatar for Sinikka Waugh

Sinikka Waugh

PMP, President and CEO, Your Clear Next Step
Sinikka Waugh, PMP, President and CEO of Your Clear Next Step, spends her days helping people have better workdays. Trainer, coach, business leader, and difference maker, Sinikka is known for consistently helping people solve problems and get things done at work. With a 20+ year background... Read More →
Sunday September 27, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm PDT
Salon II & III
  Food
 
Monday, September 28
 

7:00am PDT

Past Presidents' Breakfast and Breakfast for those who have purchased tickets (Ticket Required)
Monday September 28, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am PDT
Bistro

Monday September 28, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am PDT
Bistro
  Food

7:00am PDT

Registration and Check-in
Monday September 28, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am PDT
Pre-Conference Lobby
Pick up Registration Folder
Monday September 28, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am PDT
Pre-Conference Lobby
  General

8:00am PDT

Welcome Session
Monday September 28, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am PDT
Salon II & III
Join us for a Welcome Sessioon and Announcements
Speakers
avatar for Sharon Blanchard

Sharon Blanchard

educator, Kirkwood Community College
Sharon Blanchard and Abbie Weipert are Business Administration faculty at Kirkwood Community College. They are both program coordinators for two-year AAS programs for students looking to gain valuable experiences at Kirkwood to take with them in their profession, future education... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am PDT
Salon II & III
  General

8:30am PDT

Real-World Learning in Action: Preparing Business Minds for the Future
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon II
Discover how Columbus is turning a traditional school concession stand into a dynamic, real-world learning experience. In this session, you'll explore how students in a work-based learning class are taking full ownership of the concession stand — managing everything from inventory and budgeting to marketing and customer service. You will hear first-hand from students about how this innovative...
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Speakers
avatar for Lori Beenen

Lori Beenen

Educator, Columbus CSD
Lori Beenen is a dedicated educator with over 33 years of experience teaching Business and Mathematics. Her teaching journey has taken her across the globe — from Missouri to Okinawa, Japan, and currently in Iowa — where she continues to inspire students through real-world learning... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon II
  Breakout Session

8:30am PDT

The Bridge Is You: Teaching and Leading in the In-Between
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon I
Business educators are constantly bridging gaps—between classroom and career, between student uncertainty and professional preparation, between the known and the not-yet-known. But what happens when you are the one navigating uncertainty? When clarity is missing, decisions are delayed, or your role stretches in more directions than one? This interactive session focuses on the in-between—those...
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Speakers
avatar for Celina Peerman, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP

Celina Peerman, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP

Organizational Psychologist/President, The Peerman Group
Dr. Celina Peerman is an organizational psychologist, 2x TEDx speaker, and author of 4 books. With over 20,000 hours of speaking and training experience, she delivers real-world strategies—infused with humor—to help others navigate change, lead with confidence, and build strong... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon I
  Breakout Session

8:30am PDT

Turning Learners into Earners with Industry Certifications
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon III
Many companies are shifting their requirements for entry-level positions, moving away from the necessity of bachelor’s degrees and focusing more on verified skills. Three out of four employers report that certifications are valuable training tools for employees and are something they actively seek in the hiring process. Certifications not only increase marketability and enhance credibility but...
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Speakers
avatar for Pearson Career Ready

Pearson Career Ready

Regional Manager, Pearson Career Ready
CTE courseware and industry certifications.

Pearson Career Ready
Justin Barker, Regional Manager
[email protected]
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon III
  Breakout Session

8:30am PDT

AI in Industry: Panel Discusion
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon IV
A conversation about how your industry is currently leveraging AI and what this means for the future workforce.
Speakers
avatar for Joseph C. Ugrin, PhD CPA

Joseph C. Ugrin, PhD CPA

Department Head and Professor of Accounting, University of Northern Iowa
Joe Ugrin is an experienced academic leader, CPA, and former corporate finance executive who works at the intersection of education, technology, and professional practice. As Professor and RSM Chair of Accounting at the University of Northern Iowa, he leads a nationally ranked department... Read More →
avatar for Easton Kuboushek

Easton Kuboushek

Director of Operations, Iowa Soybean Association
avatar for Lindsey Moon

Lindsey Moon

Content and Digital Marketing Coordinator, AKC Marketing
Monday September 28, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Salon IV
  Panel Discussion

9:25am PDT

Break and Visit Exhibitors
Monday September 28, 2026 9:25am - 10:40am PDT
Pre-Conference Lobby
Visitor exhibitors
Monday September 28, 2026 9:25am - 10:40am PDT
Pre-Conference Lobby
  General

9:30am PDT

Digital Literacy: More Than Just Using Technology
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon I
Preparing learners to integrate technology into their everyday lives is essential. This presentation will explore the changing role of digital literacy in education, emphasizing the importance of providing all adults with access and knowledge to use technology effectively, safely, and responsibly. We’ll also discuss why digital literacy should not be treated as a separate skill but rather...
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Speakers
avatar for April Lawton

April Lawton

Customer Manager, Burlington English, Inc
With over 15 years of experience in education, April Lawton has devoted her career to serving English Language Learners and High School Equivalency seekers across community settings and among those involved in the justice system. Currently serving as a Customer Manager at Burlington... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon I
  Breakout Session

9:30am PDT

Entrepreneurship Unleashed - NEW Innovative Leader IRC via BizInnovator Startup
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon II
Ready to turn students into the next generation of powerhouse entrepreneurs? This session is your blueprint for teaching entrepreneurship while weaving in work-based learning experiences that actually matter for long-term success. We’ll dive into the best practices that break down the walls of where learning happens, engaging the community to spark economic vitality. Let’s bring the real world...
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Speakers
avatar for Dawn Bowlus

Dawn Bowlus

Director, Jacobson Institute at the University of Iowa
Dawn Bowlus built the Jacobson Institute from the ground up, beginning with early-stage youth programs for Iowa JPEC and progressing through development of nationally recognized entrepreneurial programming and endowment of the Institute.Ms. Bowlus has spearheaded the creation of programs... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon II
  Breakout Session

9:30am PDT

Prepare the Next Generation for Success in an AI-Driven World
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon III
As the demand for AI skills surges across industries, are your students equipped to leverage artificial intelligence effectively and ethically? Certiport offers specialized courses designed to teach the foundational requirements of AI in the workplace, culminating in a certification that demonstrates real-world, job-ready expertise. All IBEA attendees will receive complimentary access to these...
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Speakers
avatar for Pearson Career Ready

Pearson Career Ready

Regional Manager, Pearson Career Ready
CTE courseware and industry certifications.

Pearson Career Ready
Justin Barker, Regional Manager
[email protected]
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon III
  Breakout Session

9:30am PDT

Teamwork in Action: Panel Discussion
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon IV
An exploration of how modern businesses collaborate and the critical role of teamwork.
Speakers
avatar for Todd Wuestenberg

Todd Wuestenberg

Chief Culture Officer, Haverkamp Properties
As the Chief Culture Officer at Haverkamp Group, Todd leads efforts to protect and strengthen the organization’s award-winning culture. Based in Ames, Iowa, the Haverkamp Group is a collection of companies specializing in multifamily development, acquisitions, design, construction... Read More →
avatar for Lauren Wymore

Lauren Wymore

Associate Director, Corporate Strategy Development, Collins Aerospace
Monday September 28, 2026 9:30am - 10:25am PDT
Salon IV
  Panel Discussion

10:40am PDT

Business Meeting
Monday September 28, 2026 10:40am - 11:00am PDT
Salon II & III
Please join us for the annual IBEA business meeting.
Monday September 28, 2026 10:40am - 11:00am PDT
Salon II & III
  General

11:00am PDT

Keynote: The bridge to better workdays and better communities: the daily discipline of emotional intelligence…how leaders show up!
Monday September 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm PDT
Salon II & III
In this compelling session which blends stories from the trenches on a foundation of research from the industry’s best, keynote speaker Sinikka Waugh offers a novel look at the role emotional intelligence plays in leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace satisfaction today, helping make the case for building emotional intelligence as one of the most powerful investments we can make in our...
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Speakers
avatar for Sinikka Waugh

Sinikka Waugh

PMP, President and CEO, Your Clear Next Step
Sinikka Waugh, PMP, President and CEO of Your Clear Next Step, spends her days helping people have better workdays. Trainer, coach, business leader, and difference maker, Sinikka is known for consistently helping people solve problems and get things done at work. With a 20+ year background... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm PDT
Salon II & III
  Keynote Address

12:20pm PDT

Lunch and Awards (Ticket Required)
Monday September 28, 2026 12:20pm - 1:30pm PDT
Salon II & III

Monday September 28, 2026 12:20pm - 1:30pm PDT
Salon II & III
  Food

1:40pm PDT

Beyond the Conference Hall: Building Bridges with "Trade Talks"
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon II
This will be included on the SCHED event planning tool under your session title. Please think about topics and materials that can be taken back and be applied to the classroom for either high school or college level students.It all began with a conversation in a previous IBEA conference lobby. What if we could bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world commerce by bringing business...
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Speakers
avatar for Heidi Hansel

Heidi Hansel

Professor/Coordinator Accounting, Kirkwood Community College
Heidi Hansel has been teaching accounting at Kirkwood Community College for more than 30 years. She is currently a Professor and Program Coordinator for the Accounting program. Heidi is a dedicated educator who is passionate about helping students connect classroom learning to real-world busin... Read More →
avatar for Todd Saville

Todd Saville

Professor/Coordinator Financial Services, Kirkwood Community College
Todd Saville began teaching business classes and advising students as a Business Professor and Program Coordinator at Kirkwood Community College in 2006 after years of corporate work in the areas of Sales, Marketing and Finance. He is passionate about designing and delivering innovative... Read More →
avatar for Abbie Weipert

Abbie Weipert

Assistant Professor/Coordinator Business Administration: Transfer, Kirkwood Comm College
Abbie Weipert is a passionate community college professor at Kirkwood Community College, driven by her shared fascination with the limitless possibilities of generative AI. With a commitment to lifelong learning and a dedication to fostering collaborative and inspiring professional... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon II
  Breakout Session

1:40pm PDT

Empowering Classrooms with AI Tools: Building Connections to the Future
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon I
Discover how to integrate AI tools into your business classroom in meaningful and manageable ways. This session will explore how artificial intelligence can support teachers by streamlining everyday tasks such as lesson planning, feedback, communication, and resource creation. Learn how to use AI to save time and increase your overall efficiency—while maintaining your unique teaching voice....
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Speakers
avatar for Sherri Imoehl

Sherri Imoehl

School Improvement Facilitator, Keystone AEA
Sherri Imoehl is a School Improvement Facilitator at Keystone AEA, where she supports instructional technology, computer science, school libraries, and literacy initiatives. Before joining Keystone, Sherri worked as a middle school educator, K–12 teacher librarian, and K–12 instructional... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon I
  Breakout Session

1:40pm PDT

Three Activities to Build Connections Between Students and Careers
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon III
Based on insights from guest speakers, college students, interns, and employers, this session includes three activities that are easy to apply and adapt to your own classroom instruction, as ways to bring students and curriculum together.  All three will show adaptations specifically for entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and career readiness.  Session...
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Speakers
avatar for Sinikka Waugh

Sinikka Waugh

PMP, President and CEO, Your Clear Next Step
Sinikka Waugh, PMP, President and CEO of Your Clear Next Step, spends her days helping people have better workdays. Trainer, coach, business leader, and difference maker, Sinikka is known for consistently helping people solve problems and get things done at work. With a 20+ year background... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon III
  Breakout Session

1:40pm PDT

Human Resources: Panel Discussion
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon IV
A discussion on current hiring trends, best practices, and the skills companies are seeking in new talent.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karen Reynolds

Dr. Karen Reynolds

Business Professor, Hawkeye Community College
Karen Reynolds has been a corporate trainer and college instructor for about 15 years. Karen has her MBA from UW-Madison in Management and Human Resources, and is currently working on her PhD in Educational Leadership at Iowa State University. She has taught classes for UNI, the Executive... Read More →
avatar for JoAnn Perez, SHRM-CP

JoAnn Perez, SHRM-CP

HR Generalist, GreatAmerica Financial Services
Monday September 28, 2026 1:40pm - 2:35pm PDT
Salon IV
  Panel Discussion

2:45pm PDT

Closing and Unconference: Door Prizes and Adjourn
Monday September 28, 2026 2:45pm - 3:00pm PDT
Salon II & III

Speakers
avatar for Sharon Blanchard

Sharon Blanchard

educator, Kirkwood Community College
Sharon Blanchard and Abbie Weipert are Business Administration faculty at Kirkwood Community College. They are both program coordinators for two-year AAS programs for students looking to gain valuable experiences at Kirkwood to take with them in their profession, future education... Read More →
Monday September 28, 2026 2:45pm - 3:00pm PDT
Salon II & III
  General
 

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