Inaugural BOLD Women’s Summit Held Nov. 18

Inaugural BOLD Women’s Summit Held Nov. 18
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First Community Bank January 2026

The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the inaugural BOLD Women’s Summit Nov. 18 at James River Church in Joplin. The event brought together women from across the region for a day of inspiration, leadership development and authentic connection. Featuring impactful speakers and engaging breakout sessions, BOLD created a powerful space for women to learn, grow and support one another in their journey to lead with confidence and purpose.

Nikki Thompson and Michele Rickman

Lauren Hall, Dawn Jones and Jamie Strickland

Terra Oxendine, Desiree Godbersen, Kelly Garst and Shayna Gibson

Mandy O'Neill and Jacque Sappington

Kartina Richards and Lindsay Kubicek

Sarah Abernathy, Lori Jones, Brandy Turner and Heather Ogden

Heather Lesmeister, Lauren Hall, Sarah Abernathy and Jamie Hund

Christa Gould, Tami Marlay and Amber Bass

Donique Colbert and Melodee Colbert-Kean

Anissa Casey, Rebecca Manley and Betsy Shorter

Kalee Vice and Katie Kelly

Holly Stump and Chelsea Conley

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