What it’s all about

The Brio Collective is a transformational experience for women across the state to reflect, connect, and ignite their spirit alongside a cohort of 26 inspirational women. This six-week intensive program is facilitated through an in-person retreat followed by five consecutive weeks of virtual speakers and workshops. Brio means ‘with vigor’ or ‘spirited’ -- join Wyoming’s influential and impactful women leaders to be inspired, gain knowledge, and form meaningful relationships.

who it’s for

Women who are craving a dynamic connected community. Brio will take you out of your day to day grind and create space for you to refresh your spirit and invest in yourself. If you want to be challenged, encouraged, and inspired by other amazing women, The Brio Collective is for you.

Being a part of this Brio cohort was a life-changing experience for me. It created a safe, empowering space where I could connect with like-minded women and discover my true leadership potential.
— Rachel Shaw, Casper

2025 class roster

Allison Anderson, Laramie, Wyoming Community Foundation, Director of Programs

Kristin Begger, Cheyenne, Cheyenne Regional Cancer Center, Oncology/Hematology Nurse Practitioner

Tiffany Brando, Powell, City of Powell, City Clerk/Human Resource Manager

Rebecca Byram, Buffalo, Devon Energy Production Company, Environmental Professional 

Louisa Crosby, Big Horn, Gannett Health, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Jacqueline Agusta Fales, Cody, Park County Court, Supervised Treatment Program

Kristen Fox, Jackson, Womentum, Executive Director

Sommer Grogan, Casper, BARK Firm, Founding Partner & Creative Director

Sarah Hamlin, Lander, Maven Optics, Director of Systems & Admin

Brandi Harlow, Wright, Wyoming Business Council, Northeast Regional Director

Emily Hawkins, Sheridan, Only Co., CFO 

Ashley Hughes, Buffalo, LŪM Studio, Account Manager

Megan Levin, Laramie, University of Wyoming, Administrative Operations Manager for the President 

Ashlee Martindale, Cheyenne, Coldwell Banker, Real Estate Advisor + Partner

Kelly Morris, Sheridan, Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce, Membership Relations Director

Angelique Muggelberg, Green River, Church & Dwight, Materials and Production Planning Specialist

McKenzie Myers, Seattle, WA, Mountain Movement Strategies, Engagement Specialist & Clinical Social Worker

Stacy Obermueller, Cheyenne, Law Firm Overstreet, Homar and Kuker, Office Assistant

Jackie Parker, Cheyenne, Strong Families Strong Wyoming, Executive Director

Morgan Poloncic, Evansville, Casper College Foundation, Executive Director

Tanner Russell, Laramie, UW Alumni Association, Associate Director

Rene Schell, Lander, Wyoming Game & Fish Department, Information and Education Supervisor

Cidne Skavdahl, Casper, Jonah Bank of Wyoming, Director of Marketing

Erin Turbitt, Cheyenne, Wyoming Department of Workforce Services, Communications Lead

Joanna Vilos, Cheyenne, Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer

Valerie Werbelow, Pinedale, Jorgensen Associates, Office Administrator

Annie Wood, Cheyenne, Longpre Consulting, LLC, Business Consulting & Public Affairs

schedule and programming

Kickoff

September 17 - 19, 2025, In Person Retreat in Dubois

Ongoing

September 23 - October 21, 2025, Weekly Virtual Meeting and Discussion Tuesdays from Noon to 1:30pm

Topics may include:

  • Dare to Try

  • Having Difficult Conversations

  • Personal Wealth and Money

  • Collaboration and Influence

  • Owning Your Journey

Closing November, 2025, Optional dinner prior to the 2025 Governor's Business Forum in Laramie

Facilitators

In addition to Leadership Wyoming staff, the Brio Collective has three dedicated facilitators. Click the button below to read more about our facilitators.

It was so impactful for me to hear stories of how other women are navigating challenges and opportunities in their personal and professional lives. In particular, I loved hearing from other mothers as I came to realize I’m not ‘alone’ and that there are tons of kickass ladies who are also learning to manage the ‘chaos’ in their lives.
— Teddi Freedman, Director of Development, University of Wyoming Foundation

partners

Together these partners are matching the cost of tuition and providing scholarships to make this program possible. Our sincere thanks for investing in Wyoming women.