SimpsonCollege
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Theme: The Essence of a Changing World

This event occurred on
March 18, 2017
10:00am - 2:00pm CDT
(UTC -5hrs)
Indianola, Iowa
United States

Ever seen a TED talk? Ever wished you could see one live? Well, now you can! TEDxSimpsonCollege is happening on March 18th at 10:00 a.m. in the Black Box! 8 speakers, one day, all speaking on various topics, with an overarching theme:"The Essence of a Changing World". To reserve a spot, message us on Facebook*!

*This event is for the Simpson College community: students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Principal Black Box, Kent Campus Center, Simpson College
701 N C Street
Indianola, Iowa, 50125
United States
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Speakers

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Adrianna Bell

Technology Manager at Wells Fargo, Simpson College Alumni
I am Vice President/Technology Manager for Wells Fargo Bank. I have worked for Wells Fargo for 20 years primarily in the technology field. I completed my bachelors degree at the age of 40 while working and raising two children (who are now grown). I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 30 years. I just completed my term as chairperson of the Central Iowa Diversity and Inclusion Council for Wells Fargo. I am in the board of directors for Cornerstone of Hope Orphanage and Al-Anon of Central Iowa. I love taking pictures of nature, traveling to other countries and experiencing new things. I'm passionate about my faith and using the tools and talents I have been blessed with to help those who are less fortunate.

Chad Timm

Associate Professor of Education, Simpson College

Maddy Kersten

Student at Simpson College
At Simpson College, I am double majoring in Mathematics and Religion and minoring in Secondary Education. On campus, I'm a chapel intern for the Religious Life Community, I'm the Vice President of Administration for Delta Delta Delta, I have been an SC Leader for 2 years, and I'm fairly involved in other campus activities. I am passionate about interfaith dialogue, LBGTQ+ issues, and social justice. The intersection of my majors and minors fuels my passion for promoting religious literacy in public schools.

Mandy Brown

Student at Simpson College
I am a reserved thinker who enjoys reading, writing, learning, the outdoors, dog walking, coffee dates, and time spent with friends. I am passionate about social justice, teaching, learning, iced coffee, dark chocolate, homesteading/minimalism, and gender and sexuality studies.

Morgan McLaughlin

Student at Simpson College
I am a junior, double majoring in accounting and management, and I am one of Simpson's Dance Marathon directors. I am passionate about being part of the change we wish to see in this world.

Rhonda Olney

Manager, Investigations Online/Fraud; Simpson College Alumni
I am the Manager of Investigations Online/Fraud for Sears Holdings Corporation and have been immersed in the eCommerce side of Sears Holdings for the past 17 years. I head the online fraud investigations team focusing on the initiation and development of internal and external fraud and abuse investigations. I graduated from Simpson in 2007 with a BA in Criminal Justice and will be taking my Comp Exam in March to complete my Master’s in Criminal Justice here at Simpson. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and educating others regarding the every changing world of Commerce fraud and identity theft and I am proud to have been chosen to speak the Merchant Risk Council conference in Las Vegas the past two years. I am extremely passionate about combating fraud and it's every changing direction via providing the power of knowledge to others.

Ryan Snaadt

Student at Simpson College
I am a senior Business Management and Sociology student finishing up my last semester on campus. I am a very entrepreneurial person, having participated in two internships and started my own market consulting/videography business. I pride myself on my work ethic and goal setting strategies that I attribute my my dedication to health and fitness. Through my journey with personal fitness, I have formulated a way to maximize my time to strive for large life milestones. I love helping others that are struggling with problems with physical fitness and career development. I also have a fitness YouTube channel where I post content that assists college students with exercises and dieting strategies to improve their health. I am passionate about setting goals and achieving them. This comes to fruition in fitness, career development, and showing others that they can be who they wish.

Organizing team

Cassie
Nemmers

Indianola, IA, United States
Organizer