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Oct. 14, 2026 | Her Health: The connections we’re not talking about
Women’s health is about so much more than an annual exam. From oral health and hormones to gut health, energy, inflammation, and the changes our bodies experience throughout every stage of life, it’s all connected.
In this candid and eye-opening conversation, Dr. Shahana Alibhai and Dr. Teri Barichello explore the connections across women’s health that too often get overlooked, dismissed, or simply never discussed—especially as women enter menopause and perimenopause. They explore how different areas of our health influences one another, what changes deserve our attention, and the questions women should be asking their healthcare providers.
- Dr. Shahana Alibhai, Physician, Speaker, and Author
- Dr. Teri Barichello, VP of Government Affairs & Chief Dental Officer, Delta Dental of Oregon & Alaska
- Erica Boliver, Vice President of Human Resources, Delta Dental of Iowa
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Additional Resources:
- The Menopause Manifesto by Dr. Jen Gunter
- Dr. Shahana’s women worth a follow:
Feb. 18, 2026 | Leading the Next Generation: How Gen Z Thinks, Works, and Connects
The presence of Gen Z (born 1996-2012) in the workplace is growing, already making up 18% of the U.S. labor force. Millennials remain the largest cohort at 36%, with Gen X close behind at 31%.
April Schmaltz from Delta Dental of Iowa and her guest, Dr. Nikki Harken, author and University of Northern Iowa professor, discuss how to:
- Understand Gen Z values and how organizations can respond
- Engage all generations of your organization for better collaboration and communication
- Strengthen culture by prioritizing overall health and wellbeing
- Future-proof your organization by developing high-performing employees from Day 1
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Additional Resources:
To hear more from Dr. Harken, tune in to her podcast, The Next Step: Leaping to Adulthood, and to learn life skills that should be taught in school but are overlooked or check out her book, Next Steps.
Oct. 15, 2025 | Civility in the Workplace: Leading Through Change
In today’s fast-paced and evolving workplace, civility is more than just politeness—it’s a foundational value that shapes how we collaborate, communicate, and lead. Our panelists discuss the role of civility in the workplace and how leaders can create strategies to build relationships, find common language, and foster a culture of trust
- J. Scott Raecker, Executive Director, Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University
- Tiffany O'Donnell, CEO, Women Lead Change, and Mayor of Cedar Rapids
- April Schmaltz, President and CEO, Delta Dental of Iowa
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Additional Resources:
June 26, 2025 | Leading with Purpose: Engaging Employees and Earning Customer Loyalty
Feb. 20, 2025 | Meet with Success: Evidence-Based Ways to Create Effective, Engaging, and Inclusive Meetings (no recording available)
October 30, 2024 | Leading Authentically: The Role of Vulnerability
August 28, 2024 | Uncover the Opportunities of AI
April 24, 2024 | Play, Purpose & Potential: How Culture Strengthens Teams and Boosts Business
November 8, 2023 | Help Wanted: Trends and Strategies for Iowa's Workforce