A  hot breakfast buffet will be provided.

Election participation during this meeting is limited to ITA members only.

ITA President, Nate Ristow will welcome attendees before introducing the keynote speaker.

Keynote Presentation | Maggi Thorne

Maggi Thorne is a dynamic motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and elite athlete. An 8-time American Ninja Warrior competitor, she was the second mom to conquer the Warped Wall and the first to complete the Salmon Ladder. She is also a two-time NBC Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge championship competitor and the 2014 Mrs. International winner.

After managing more than $340 million in construction projects, Maggi founded JoyFlowCo, where she inspires and equips active women to pursue their goals. She also placed second in The World's Toughest Mudder, completing 75 miles and 330 obstacles in 24 hours.

A former University of Nebraska-Lincoln Track & Field Team Captain and Big 12 Honor Roll athlete, Maggi shares an inspiring message of perseverance drawn from her experiences as a single mother of three, business leader, and competitor. Her engaging style encourages audiences to never give up and to pursue their dreams despite life's challenges.

Maggi is also a community advocate, serving as a spokesperson for AIM Institute, a former global ambassador for feedONE, and creator of a Girl Scouts entrepreneurship patch earned by thousands of scouts. Her leadership and service have earned her both the Governor's Award for Inspiring Community Engagement and the American Heart Association Heart of Gold Award.

When she's not speaking, serving her community, or traveling with her children, Maggi enjoys staying active and, most importantly, chips and salsa.

Iowa Economic Development Authority Update | Debi Durham

Sales & Use Tax Session |  Marcus Weden

IEDA Tax Credit Programs |  TBD

A hot plated meal will be served along with a delicious dessert.

The 2026 award recipient information coming soon

State Income Tax Session |  Jess Morgan

Property Tax Assessment Appeals | Jerry Chatam & Blake Newell

Tax Controversy |  David Machemer

Department of Management Update |  Director Kraig Paulsen

Iowa's Economic Outlook |  Robin Anderson

The current state of the Iowa economy will be discussed, including how certain U.S. policies and economic trends affect the State. The current state of the economy will provide a basis for the outlook for Iowa going forward. 

You're invited to the Future of Iowa Foundation Reception — an evening of purpose, connection, and impact! 

Enjoy appetizers and drinks while supporting the Foundation’s vital research and educational initiatives through a lively fundraiser. 

It’s also a fantastic chance to network with peers, engage with legislators, and spark conversations with potential new partners. 

Don't miss out on this fun and lively event, which included a raffle of a variety of gift baskets and other cool items!

A sincere thank you to Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel for their generous support of the Future of Iowa Foundation’s reception during the ITA 90th Tax Symposium! 

We wish to express our continued gratitude to Prairie Meadows for their dedication to promoting social welfare and for making a positive impact in Iowa by supporting grassroots initiatives.