Tricia Wagner, the Director of Outpatient Services at Shodair Hospital, is a seasoned expert with over 18 years of dedicated experience in the Mental Health Field. Widely recognized as a mentor, leader, and visionary within the Montana Mental Health Community, Tricia has significantly influenced and inspired numerous individuals and professionals through her remarkable contributions.

Explore a leadership model that emphasizes creating a safe and supportive environment, fostering authenticity, resilience, and boldness in leaders. Learn how to cultivate a culture of emotional safety and open communication to empower your team to lead with confidence and integrity.

Emily, Executive Director for the United Way, has lived in Montana her whole life. She and her husband, Mike, raised their children in Helena, engaging in activities like Boy Scouts and sports. Emily’s background includes degrees in culinary arts, sociology, public relations, and a master's in Public Administration. She has nonprofit experience with Florence Crittenton Home, Montana Youth Homes, and other organizations, and worked for the state of Montana for six years. Emily returned to the nonprofit sector in 2019 to drive change in the tri-county area. Outside of work, she enjoys cake decorating and taking adult education classes.

Explore the transformative impact of authenticity in leadership. Emily will share practical tips for cultivating authenticity in leadership roles, navigating challenges, and leveraging individual strengths to lead with integrity, purpose, and authenticity. This session will empower you to embrace your unique identity, harness the power of authenticity, and lead with confidence and impact.

Anna Kazmierowski's story is all about blending authenticity with bold leadership—qualities that have shaped her journey from a temporary associate to the CEO and Founder of two thriving Montana-based businesses, A2Z Staffing Solutions and Adroit Employment Resources. Inspired by her immigrant mother's grit and the support she received from a Chicago staffing firm, Anna found her passion in helping people find life-changing careers and businesses discover top talent.

Her companies, nationally certified and partnered with local, national and international organizations, focus on more than filling roles. Anna is all about driving forward innovative recruiting strategies, upskilling and reskilling the workforce, and ensuring businesses operating in Montana are set up for success with everything from HR consulting to executive placements.

Anna’s knack for turning challenges into opportunities has earned her some serious accolades and scholarships, like the SBA Montana Women-Owned Small Business of the Year, YWCA Woman of the Year, Woman Business Advocate of the Year, Goldman Sachs business programs at Babson College.  She’s also made her mark through leadership roles with the Montana SHRM State Council, Regional chair & co-chair for women business enterprise organization, and the Montana Chamber of Commerce Foundation, to name a few.

Excited to dive into the "Authentic Voices and Bold Leadership" theme at the Women Leadership Network conference, Anna's ready to share her journey, sprinkle in some fun, and inspire others to lead with courage and authenticity!

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I joined New York Life in January 2024 after realizing I could put my education background to use helping women-owned businesses with financial empowerment.

Prior to my current position, I obtained a Master's degree in Education and worked in K-12 schools for almost 10 years. I enjoyed working with youth and seeing young minds grow.

Before I became an educator, I worked in Silicon Valley at various high-tech companies in sales and business development. I've seen both sides of the workplace, the corporate world and the school systems that are graduating the next generations of workers. Companies and businesses are rarely able to meet the needs of these new workers, as well as these new consumers. This puts a strain on small businesses as they become short-staffed and customers become pickier and harder to retain.

Now, as an agent with New York Life, I have the tools and skills to help small businesses navigate workforce, economic, and healthcare challenges. My commitment to clients is to lead with integrity, provide superior service, and develop long-term relationships. I look forward to connecting with WLN members!

The Finance 101 seminar is for both women new to managing their finances, and experienced money managers. The focus of this session is to explore your money mindset and offer empowering strategies to help you take the next right step in your money management journey.

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Dr. Bridgid Crowley earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine, where she completed her psychiatry residency and consult-liaison psychiatry fellowship. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Montana State University. Board certified in general adult psychiatry and psychosomatic/consult-liaison psychiatry, Dr. Crowley specializes in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychosis.

Previously, Dr. Crowley served as an inpatient and outpatient consult-liaison psychiatrist at Catholic Health Initiatives in Tacoma, WA. She was also a Clinical Instructor at the University of Washington and held positions at Wellspring Family Services, Harrison Medical Center, and Kitsap Mental Health Services in Bremerton, WA.

During residency, Dr. Crowley was Chief Resident and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, receiving awards for Clinical Excellence and the Stephen C. Hoffman Memorial Award. Originally from Helena, she enjoys trail running, cycling, skiing, fly fishing, photography, cooking, and baking in her spare time.

Learn practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care to achieve a harmonious work-life balance.