The Indiana Conference for Women exists
to help women build careers, develop professionally,
and experience lives that are rewarding, healthy, and fulfilling.
CO-FOUNDERS

Billie Dragoo-Garcia

Deborah Collins Stephens
The Indiana Conference for Women co-founders set out to create a practical, inspiring, educational resource for women in Indiana and the Midwest. Since 2010, Billie and Deborah have turned that idea into the largest one-day conference for professionals and entrepreneurs in the Midwest. Serving more than 2000 people each year, the event welcomes attendees from all walks of life to grow together and be inspired by our nationally- and internationally-known keynote speakers and breakout leaders.
Deborah & Billie believe (and research shows) that environments that foster the growth and development of a diverse workforce create healthier, more resilient communities and stronger economic growth. As a resource for the Midwest and beyond, the ICFW strives to create content and connections to empower people to create positive change in their own lives and, thus, their communities.
In 2020, the ICFW set out to create a scholarship fund for women continuing their educational journey. With the help of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, the fund was established and is now accepting donations. You can support women's education by donating here (you will be redirected to the CICF page).
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Billie Dragoo-Garcia
Board Vice-Chair
ICFW Co-Founder,
RepuCare, Inc. Founder/Owner

Dr. Laurie Burns McRobbie
Immediate Past Board Chair
First Lady Emeritus,
Indiana University

Tavonna Harris Askew
CEO-designate,
Indiana Legal Services, Inc.

Joyce Q. Rogers
ICFW Board Chair
EVP of Development
IU Foundation, Retired

Courtney Roberts
ICFW Board Secretary
President and CEO
Riley Children's Foundation

Mario Rodriguez
ICFW Board Treasurer
CEO/President,
Indianapolis Airport Authority

Molly Craft
Deputy Chief of Staff
Indiana Governor Mike Braun

Deana Haworth
CEO, Hirons

Charlie Garcia
President & CEO
CGarcia & Associates, Inc.

Jessica Lopez-Liggett
President,
Anthem BCBS of Indiana

Marianne Glick
Owner & President
GlickArt

Lucia Mar
SVP and Market Executive
Bank of America

Amy Pauszek
Award-winning Film Producer
Brand Manager, Daniel's Vineyard
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Tonya Sisco
Executive Director,
Global Strategic Programs
Cummins Inc.
Jennifer Merrell
Founder, Uncharted LLC
Co-Founder, Wraptor, inc.


The Indiana Conference for Women strives to create a welcoming and inclusive experience for all attendees at its annual conference and in all organizational matters. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the Indiana Conference for Women:
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Empowers and celebrates women and all people within and beyond the borders of the state of Indiana;
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Supports equity of opportunity and advancement for women and other marginalized groups;
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Is non-partisan and open to diverse viewpoints;
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Serves as a neutral platform for the exchange of ideas, information, and guidance;
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Exemplifies the values of civility and respect for the opinions and backgrounds of others;
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Catalyzes the making and nurturing of connections across the many communities, backgrounds, age groups, professions, and life experiences of conference attendees.
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