03/12/2026
✨ Meet the Women of Color Leadership Cohort ✨
We are proud to celebrate the incredible women who make up this year’s Women of Color Leadership Program Cohort. These leaders represent the strength, talent, and resilience that continue to move our communities forward.
Each woman brings her own story, passion, and commitment to creating positive change. Together, they are building connections, strengthening leadership, and uplifting the voices of women of color across our community.
🌟 Meet the Leaders:
• Maria Valentin — Midwest Businesses & Projects
• Damaris Regalado — All Care Healthcare Center
• Roshani Kandel — UNMC
• Cindy Estrada — Tipico Helado, Council Bluffs
Tammy Francisco - Mosaic in Western Iowa
• Alissa Garcia — Catholic Charities
• Bertha Vargas — OSI
This cohort represents more than leadership — it represents community, empowerment, and the power of women supporting women.
We are deeply grateful to the Iowa West Foundation for their support in making this program possible.
👏 Join us in celebrating these amazing leaders!
Stay tuned as we spotlight each of them throughout the program.