The iJAG Leadership Development Conference (LDC) sponsored by the Wellmark Foundation was held in Des Moines at the Iowa Events Center on November 3. The event hosted nearly 1,100 students from across the state who were recently elected by their peers to serve as local Career Association officers!

Wendy Mihm-Herold stepped into her role to serve as the President & CEO of iJAG in January 2023. With her extensive experience, Wendy is well-equipped to connect education with in-demand careers and workforce opportunities, benefiting students and enhancing community vitality throughout the state.

In the heart of Des Moines, a dynamic young leader is making waves. Meet Alontae Gross – a senior at Des Moines North High School – who is not just charting his path to success, but also inspiring more than 7,200 of his peers by serving as iJAG’s State Career Association (SCA) President.

In September, 83 female iJAG students in grades 10-12 attended the Women in Technical Energy Careers event hosted by Alliant Energy. The event had a clear mission – to introduce female students to the boundless opportunities within technical energy careers.