Women of Influence
Jessica Andino: Advocating for health and housing
Jessica Andino is emerging as a force for change in Iowa City and beyond. As the executive director of the Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition, her work has centered on addressing systemic barriers through education, outreach, and community advocacy. Ms.…
Mayuri Farlinger: Inspiring others through passionate positivity
With more than 19 years of experience at Alliant Energy, it might seem that Mayuri…
Caitlin Clark: Just getting started
With countless records under her belt, a third shot at the NCAA March Madness championship…
Teresa Davidson: Inspiring policy changes through relentless advocacy
The passion Teresa Davidson has for her work has led her from Africa to Iowa…
Leslie Carpenter: Advocating for people with mental illness
When her son became sick with a severe schizoaffective disorder around 17 years ago, Leslie…
Jenny Bosking: Continuing a legacy of community service
Jenny Bosking has been immersed in community service her entire life. Now serving as director…
Celebrating 2024’s Women of Influence
This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Corridor Business Journal and its Women…
Celebrating this year’s Women of Influence
The 2023 Women of Influence are an inspiring group of community leaders who have each…
2023 Emerging Woman of Influence: Marlén Mendoza
Marlén Mendoza set out for Washington, D.C. after graduating from the University of Iowa in…
2023 Women of Influence: Kelly Wood
After serving children at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital for the past…
2023 Women of Influence: Thais Winkleblack
Thais Winkleblack glances at a sticky note displayed in the corner of her computer monitor…
2023 Women of Influence: Brianna Wills
Brianna Wills was involved in the Iowa City community before she officially moved to the…
2023 Women of Influence: Jill Wilkins
You might find something surprising about Jill Wilkins, the busy chief operating officer for the…
2023 Women of Influence: Sandy Steil
Sandy Steil’s vocation and avocation have led her down markedly different paths in recent years.…
2023 Women of Influence: Amy Schulte
Amy Schulte chooses to give back to the community where she grew up — at…
2023 Women of Influence: Kristin Roberts
It’s often said that having a dream job would consist of doing what you love…
