Get an exclusive preview of one of our most popular events, The Power of 10. We’re joined by two local leaders and upcoming event speakers, Rachelle Howe and Molly Grover, to discuss what it really takes to lead in our community today. Tune in for a sneak peek of the rapid-fire wisdom they’ll be sharing on stage, plus actionable tips you can use to grow your own leadership skills right now.

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• Amy Lasack - Host
• Tessa Hill - Producer
• Ashley Konzen - Designer
• Travis Hunt - Producer
• Molly Grover - Guest
• Rachelle Howe - Guest

Lexi Wallroff traded a typical spring break for a week of service in Colorado. In this episode of The Catalyst, we explore how high-impact experiences at Northeast Iowa Community College shape student leaders and why your next resume-building opportunity might be a thousand miles from home.

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• Amy Lasack - Host
• Tessa Hill - Producer
• Ashley Konzen - Designer
• Travis Hunt - Producer
• Lexi Wallroff - Guest

What does it take to launch a successful career in modern manufacturing? In this episode of The Catalyst, host Amy Lasack sits down with Jason Moeller of Mi-T-M and Shannon Westin of Featherlite Trailers to discuss the new Core Manufacturing Skills Career Pathway Certificate at Northeast Iowa Community College.

Discover how local employers are collaborating to bridge the skills gap, why foundational training in safety and quality is a game-changer for job seekers and how NICC is streamlining the path from the classroom to the production floor. Whether you're looking to start a new career or an employer looking to strengthen your workforce, this episode offers a roadmap for success in Iowa's industrial landscape.

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• Amy Lasack - Host
• Tessa Hill - Producer
• Ashley Konzen - Designer
• Travis Hunt - Producer
• Shannon Westin - Guest
• Jason Moeller - Guest

As you plan your next steps for your education and your career, we’re revisiting this popular conversation with Katie Kime and Lindsey Hass. Originally aired in October 2025, their insights on academic advising remain essential for every student’s success.

Katie and Lindsey share decades of insights on supporting students—from the nervous high schooler to the busy adult learner—and discuss why advising can help you stay ahead and ensure a powerful career trajectory.

Discover the supportive team that’s ready to guide you to success at NICC.

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• Amy Lasack - Host
• Tessa Hill - Producer
• Ashley Konzen - Designer
• Travis Hunt - Producer
• Katie Kime - Guest
• Lindsey Haas - Guest

From the evolution of network security to the rise of the AI Alliance, technology is changing everything about how we learn and work. Join Steve Smith and Jordan O’Connell in this episode of The Catalyst as they discuss modernizing campus infrastructure and why digital literacy is the new competitive edge for students and the modern workforce. We explore how NICC is balancing the rapid opportunities of AI with the essential need for data privacy and academic integrity.

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Creators & Guests

• Amy Lasack - Host
• Tessa Hill - Producer
• Ashley Konzen - Designer
• Travis Hunt - Producer
• Jordan O'Connell - Guest
• Steve Smith - Guest

Leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about the willingness to meet people exactly where they are. In this episode of The Catalyst, Dr. Erin Shaw and Dr. Emily Logan reflect on the moments that shaped their leadership styles and why empathy is the ultimate bridge for communication gaps. In a landscape often defined by authority and control, Erin and Emily are here to redefine leadership. Tune in for a candid conversation on how empathy transforms the way we solve problems and encourage those around us.

Can you maintain a campus leader status while surviving nursing school? On this episode of The Catalyst, we're joined by NICC nursing student Dolan Geerts, who proves that the answer is a resounding yes. Join us as we discuss the reality of student life, the various opportunities to get involved on the NICC Campus and the power of finding your sense of belonging. Discover how programs like Emerging Leaders and living in the College Suites provide the toolkit for both personal growth and academic success.

Is your company's wellness strategy just a "nice-to-have," or is it deeply embedded in your organizational DNA? In this episode, we sit down with Flannery Cerbin-Bohach, Wellness and Life Stage Program Manager at Northeast Iowa Community College, to explore why a culture of well-being is more critical than ever in today's post-pandemic workforce. We dive into how NICC is revitalizing its culture by prioritizing mental, emotional and life-stage support—and how you can do the same. From the impact of wellness on employee retention and productivity to practical, low-cost initiatives that local business owners can implement tomorrow, this conversation offers actionable insights for leaders at any stage of their wellness journey.