Women In Leadership Lunch 2025

Each year the Chamber honors outstanding female leaders. This year, our members nominated and selected four women who lead with skill, heart, and purpose. They are:

Whittney Gaines - As a special education teacher and owner of Gaines Creative Expressions, she empowers others through educational programs and major cultural events—uniting the community with empathy, grace, and remarkable organizational skill.

Dr. Laura Hack – Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation’s Director of Elementary Education. Throughout her more than 30-year career, she’s made a difference for tens of thousands of young learners.

Cathy King – United Way’s Community Impact Director. She and her team have an incredible track record of addressing homelessness and poverty. Her work has moved hundreds of people toward stability and hope.

Dr. Mandy Wyant – Chiropractor and Owner of Family Wellness and Chiropractic. In 2011, she blazed a trail as the only female chiropractor in the market. The business has grown exponentially, boasting a reputation for excellence, generosity, and service.

The event is offered by lead sponsors Old National Bank and Agresta, Storms and O’Leary, with additional support from Lohmeyer Plumbing and Centra Credit Union.

Attendees will hear from these professionals and honorary co-hosts Julie Abedian and Kathy Oren as each shares inspiring reflections on leadership.