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WLN Board of Directors

It is the dedication of these board members, and many who have come before them, that has helped move WLN forward! We invite you to learn about becoming a future board member.

Terms run January – December.

Board Member Job Descriptions

Meet The Board

Amy Green

President

Northeast Iowa Community College

12+ years in WLN &
6 years on WLN Board

Monthly Luncheons

"Personally, I like the monthly luncheons. It's an opportunity for a quick hour of professional development and the opportunity to network with other members."

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Jill Gogel

Past-President

Dupaco Community Credit Union

10+ years in WLN &
8 years on WLN Board

Women of Achievement (WOA)

"My favorite WLN event is Women of Achievement. It is so rewarding to honor all of the amazing women in our community during the WOA awards ceremony."

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Malorie Gorman

President-Elect

Cottingham & Butler

5 years in WLN &
4 years on WLN Board

Small Networking Events

"The Connections networking events are my favorite because they make networking feel accessible and intentional. The smaller format creates space for genuine conversations and meaningful connections in a way that can be harder to achieve at larger events. They encourage me to step outside my comfort zone, meet new people, and build relationships that often extend well beyond the event itself."

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Codi Putnam

Treasurer

Origin Design

6 years in WLN &
3 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"Favorite event is probably the golf outing; it was the first event I attended that I really started to get to know more people that were involved with WLN. It’s such a women supporting women day too. All the golf comments playing with women are so great even if it’s a bad shot you always find something positive to say."

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Kaley Rigdon Burgmeier

Secretary

Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque

9 years in WLN &
5 years on WLN Board

Small Networking Events

"The Connections and small group events are some of my favorites because they’re fun, casual, and make building relationships feel natural. Some of my strongest WLN relationships have come from these gatherings because they create space for genuine conversations. I always leave feeling more connected to the organization, energized, and inspired by the incredible women who make up our community."

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Emma Bible

Co-Communications Director

Kunkel & Associates

3 years in WLN &
2 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"My favorite WLN event is the Annual Connect Event (ACE) because it brings our entire mission to life in one day: Develop. Connect. Recognize. From strengthening our leadership and professional skills through inspiring speakers, to building meaningful connections with fellow WLN members, ACE embodies what WLN is all about."

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Amy Davidshofer

Co-Communications Director

Wartburg Theological Seminary

2 years in WLN &
1 year on WLN Board

Small Networking Events

"I love WLN Connection Small Group Events because they create opportunities to step away from the everyday routine and connect with other members. From book club discussions to fun activities like jewelry making, each event offers a welcoming way to build friendships, learn something new, and enjoy time together."

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Theresa Leisen

Programming Director

Northeast Iowa Community College

5 years in WLN &
2 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"The Annual Connections Experience is my favorite event of the year because it combines professional development, connection and fun throughout the day. The flexibility of attending a full day or just the half that suits you is a nice effortless way to fit everyone's interests and schedules."

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Robyn McDermott

Connections Director

Pigott

8 years in WLN &
6 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"ACE is my favorite event because it has great speakers and I love connecting with all the WLN members."

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Lisa Anderson

Membership Director

American Realty

18 years in WLN & 3 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"My favorite event is ACE!! I love this event because of the mix of the education in the morning and fun with colleagues out on the golf course!"

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Nicole Link

Co-Special Events Director

HealthCheck360

8 years in WLN &
4 years on WLN Board

Annual Connect Experience (ACE)

"What makes ACE so special to me is the energy in the room. Every year, I leave feeling inspired, recharged, and motivated. ACE is more than just an event. It's a reminder of the value of investing in yourself, building your network, and embracing opportunities that can shape both your career and your personal journey."

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Melissa Schmitt

Co-Special Events Director

New Eagle Wealth Management

6 years in WLN &
3 years on WLN Board

Women of Achievement (WOA)

"WOA - What I love most about the Women of Achievement Awards is that they remind us to pause and celebrate the remarkable women among us. Their stories inspire us to grow as leaders, invest in others, and continue building a stronger, more connected community."

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Jessica Schlader

Member At Large

Opening Doors

5 years in WLN & 1 year on WLN board

Monthly Luncheons

"This is my first year serving on the board, and I’m excited to be more involved with the organization. One of my favorite WLN traditions is definitely the luncheons; they’re always such a great opportunity to connect, learn, and spend time with other members!"

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Kelly Jo Fassbinder

Member At Large

Origin Design

10+ years in WLN & 1 year on WLN Board

Monthly Luncheons

"I love the monthly luncheons with the different speakers and topics, but really enjoyed the jewelry making!"

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Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) of Dubuque, is comprised of professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs who have a commitment to their careers, the community they live in, and their own personal growth.

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Opportunities for connections through educational lunches, evening socials, book clubs, our signature Women of Achievement Awards event (WOA) as well as our Annual Connect Experience event (ACE) help foster relationships that positively impact our members lives.

Get In Touch

Email: info@dubuquewln.org

Region: Dubuque, Iowa

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