About Us

Founded in November 1979 by Jean Kruse, Liz Sparks, and Carolyn Stephens, the Professional Women’s Network (PWN) sought to improve the upward mobility of women in the professional and business world. We remain dedicated to our founders’ ideals – women helping women strengthen professions, develop networks, and exchange knowledge.

Board of Directors

Numbering between 9 and 14 members, the PWN Board of Directors conducts the network’s business. Board members serve three-year terms, with a minimum of four members elected each year. Applicants for officer and board positions are solicited by the current Board, recommended by members, or self-nominated, based on applications submitted prior to the November General Membership Meeting each year.

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2023 Executive Leadership Team List

Jessie Fergesen

President (2023)

jfergesen@kernels.com

Diane Degroote Smith

Vice President (2023)

d.smith@creventslive.com

Sarah Murphy

Treasurer (2023)

sarah.ensminger@outlook.com

Jamie Meyers

Past President (2022)

jamie@retiresfs.com

Heather Mangold

Board Member (2023)

heathermangold27@icloud.com

LeeAnn Eddins

LA.Eddins Design (2023)

la.eddins@gmail.com

Katie Powell

Board Member/ Incoming Treasurer (2023)

kpowell@savantwealth.com

Mindy Kayser

Board Member (2023)

mkayser@mercycare.org

Nicole Eales

Board Member (2023)

Ann Roushar

Director of Operations (2015-Present)

pwn@pwn.org