Rise & Thrive: A Mental Health Morning Conversation

Friday, May 8, 2026 (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) (CDT)

Description

Join us for an informative and engaging morning of conversations addressing the issues facing leaders and our workforce around workplace well-being and mental health.

This event is presented in partnership with the Community Foundation for Western Iowa.

We are excited to welcome area leaders, local businesses, and subject matter experts to discuss industry challenges and solutions around mental well-being, perceived stigma, access to services, and preserving your workforce.

Event Details:

  • Date: Friday, May 8
  • Time: 7:30am-10:00am
  • Location: Pottawattamie County Secondary Roads Operation Center - 17501 Eastern Hills Drive Council Bluffs, IA 51503
  • Ticket price: $20 per person (includes breakfast)

Event Timeline:

7:30am – Event Check-in and Breakfast

8:-8:15am – Welcome

  • Donna Dostal, President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Western Iowa
  • Chris LaFerla, Executive Director of the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce

8:15am-8:50am – Workplace Mental Wellbeing Discussion

  • Amy Luckenbill, DMA, SPHR - President of Human Resource Association of the Midlands

8:50am-9am – Break 

9:00am-9:45am – Panel Discussion

  • Julie Strohfus, VP Retail Financial Services at Centris Federal Credit Union
  • Molly Verble, executive director of The Kim Foundation

9:50am-10am – Final Remarks


Pottawattamie County Secondary Roads Operation Center
17501 Eastern Hills Drive
Council Bluffs, 51503
Event Contact
Jessica Escamilla
(712) 256-5714
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Friday, May 8, 2026 (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) (CDT)
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