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Session 2

Women's Leadership Initiative  Program Session 2 - Mentee's

Session 2 Midway Luncheon

Each session, our teams gather for an exciting chance to connect, share innovative ideas, and strategize for the upcoming period. It’s all about collaboration and inspiration as we chart our path forward!

We were honored to welcome State Representative Amy Elik as our keynote speaker for the event. She shared an inspiring story about her career and journey to becoming a State Representative.

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Pictured Left to Right:

Latrice Littlepage, Carolyn Schwent, Layla Cohoon, Dr. Debra Barnett, Senator Terri Bryant, State Rep Friess, Ellie Grobb, Emma Heinemann, and Cathy Dupertuis

Exciting News - 2024/25 - Sesson 2 Calendar 

Exciting news, WLI awards five outstanding students. Each received their Certificates of Completion at our Annual Success Dinner. We were thrilled to welcome Mayor of Red Bud, Susan Harbaugh as our speaker. She shared the story of where she originated and how she became the mayor.

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Emma Heinemann receives her Certificate of Appreciation from Rep Friess

Rep Friess, Cathy Dupertuis, Mayor Harba

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Rep Friess, Cathy Dupertuis and Mayor Susan Harbaugh

Rep Friess with Emma Heinemann, Ellie Grobb and Latrice Littlepage

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