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LI CONNECT: Education

April 16 | 8:30 AM | Virtual

Leadership Iowa invites alumni and current class members to the next LI Connect virtual session, following the monthly topic explored by the current LI class. This session will focus on education in Iowa, featuring a speaker, panel, or facilitated discussion on key industry trends and challenges.

RSVP today to join this engaging discussion!

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Mark your calendars for the May LI CONNECT session here.

Workers' Compensation Webinar - Session One

April 16 | 11:30 AM | Virtual

Join us for the first session of ABI’s Workers' Compensation Webinar Series!

Topic: Upper Extremity Overuse Injuries in the Workplace

In this session, we’ll explore the causes of upper extremity overuse injuries, prevention strategies, and best practices for managing these common workplace issues.

Featured Speaker: Dr. Christopher Katcherian, Orthopedic Surgeon, The Iowa Clinic

Legislative Update: JD Davis and Brad Hartkopf, ABI Public Policy Team

Get the latest insights on key legislative issues being discussed at the Capitol that could impact your business.

Here's a sneak peek at upcoming sessions:

Session Two (July): Work-Injury Preparedness From Injury to Return to Work

Session Three (September): Iowa’s Shifting Workforce Demographics and Potential Impacts on Our Workers' Compensation Expenses & Case Law Update

Session Four (November): How to Survive an OSHA Inspection

Legislative Update (Members Only)

April 18 | 8:00 AM | Virtual

Join ABI’s public policy team, JD Davis and Brad Hartkopf every other Friday during the legislative session for timely updates on the latest activity at the Iowa Capitol. These updates cover ABI’s policy priorities and offer members a chance to ask questions on policies impacting your business.

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to stay informed and engaged with Iowa’s legislative process!

Early Bird Registration Ends April 18th!

Taking Care of Business Conference

June 10-12 | Council Bluffs

Taking Care of Business Conference is Iowa's premier business conference, bringing together industry leaders to learn, network, and share ideas on how to grow and strengthen Iowa's business climate. If you are passionate about business in Iowa, you need to attend this conference.

Learn more about our speakers below...

Final Mainstage Speaker Confirmed

Carolyn Lee

President and Executive Director

Manufacturing Institute

Carolyn Lee is the president and executive director of the Manufacturing Institute, the 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers.

Ms. Lee leads the MI in its goal of building a resilient manufacturing workforce prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future. She was named to the leadership role at the MI in 2017, and during her leadership tenure, the MI has grown significantly, evolving for scaled impact nationwide across the manufacturing industry.

Keep reading...

Additional Mainstage Speakers:

Michael Happe

President & CEO of Winnebago Industries

Shannon Huffman Polson

Founder of The Grit Institute

Business Horizons

July 13-17 | Des Moines

Registration for Business Horizons is still open! This 5-day program, hosted by the ABI Foundation at Drake University (July 13-17), equips high school students (grades 9-12) with essential skills like critical thinking, teamwork, leadership and problem-solving to prepare for Iowa’s future workforce.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact. Learn more and join us in building a brighter future for Iowa’s youth!

Nominate a student

Volunteer or advise

Sponsor a student

Leadership Iowa University

August 3-7 | Des Moines

Leadership Iowa University (LIU) is a week-long experience for Iowa college student-leaders, taking place August 3-7, 2025, in Des Moines. This program connects participants with Iowa professionals and showcases the diverse opportunities within the state.

Through speakers, industry tours, and networking events, LIU participants will learn to build their brand and grow their network.

Applications and nominations are now open! Discover how LIU can prepare and retain your future workforce by visiting our website for more information.