Join National Farmers Union in Louisville this fall as we bring Women’s Conference to Kentucky for the first time ever! This two-day conference will have something for everyone – from topics in farm business management to mental well-being in agriculture to cooperatives, we’ll explore an array of agricultural topics and hear from some inspiring Farmers Union members about their individual journeys in leadership.
If you have any questions about Women’s Conference, please contact Lisa Buckner at lbuckner@nfudc.org.
The registration cost is $100 for Farmers Union members and $175 for non-members. If you would like to sign up for a Farmers Union membership to take advantage of the membership pricing, along with other membership perks, visit nfu.org/join.
Speakers
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Seelbach Hilton
The Seelbach Hilton is conveniently located in the heart of Louisville near bars, restaurants, and entertainment. Once upon a time, it was a favorite haunt of F. Scott Fitzgerald, who was inspired by the hotel's elegant architecture while writing The Great Gatsby.
National Farmers Union has a room block for this event with discounted rates. Please click below to reserve your room by October 16, or call 800-333-3399 and reference group code GNF25.
Agenda
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Welcome to Women's Conference
Get to know your fellow attendees and hosts with some icebreakers and door prize games.
Amplifying the Next Generation: Mentorship in Agriculture and Horse Racing
Annise Montplaisir - Executive Director, Amplify Horse Racing
How does the horse racing industry in Kentucky intersect with agriculture, and how can the industries work together to mentor the next generation? In this session, Annise will provide an introduction to the horse racing industry in Kentucky and discuss her journey into her leadership role with Amplify, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to mentoring the next generation.
Lunch (Provided)
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Legislative Update
Layla Soberanis - Sr. Government Relations Representative, National Farmers Union
Breakout Sessions
First Aid Training - Louisville Metro EMS
In this workshop, you'll learn best-practices for responding to emergencies on the farm while EMS is en-route, including tourniquet application, responding to head trauma, hypothermia and heat-related issues, strokes and seizures, diabetic emergencies, and cardiac arrest. Presenters will provide the basics of EMS logistics for awareness on rural response times, understanding best communication practices, and how to prepare for EMS arrival to increase the chance of good outcomes.
How to Make Rural Voices Heard - Organize!
Shelley Seeberg - Organizational Specialist, NEA Center for Organizing
The NEA Center for Organizing measures successful organizing through robust member engagement, effective distributive leadership structures, and growth in membership. Effective organizing should result in increased engagement, expanding leadership, and real wins in policies and practices. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn strategies for effective organizing to ensure that the voices of our communities are uplifted and heard.
Braver Angels Red/Blue Workshop
LocationCarolyn Dupont - Kentucky State Coordinator, Braver Angels
As red-leaning or blue-leaning citizens, participants will engage in exercises to help clarify disagreements, reduce stereotyped thinking, and discover common values. Braver Angels is a national grassroots, cross-partisan organization bringing Americans together to bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our democratic republic.
Monday, November 10th, 2025
Breakfast (Provided)
Clear the Clutter: Balancing Responsibilities without the Guilt
Kacee Bohle - CEO, Kacee Bohle Consulting
This interactive and engaging workshop helps women in agriculture manage responsibilities at home and in the field - without burning out. Through tools for delegation, boundary setting, and mental clarity, participants will leave with practical strategies to lead with confidence and peace.
A Woman's Work: Cultivating Power, Purpose, and Possibility Through Cooperation
Shantae J. Edwards, MBA - Founder, human[s]centered & Director of Community and Training, Start.coop
This dynamic and interactive session will explore the power of women in the cooperative ecosystem - on the land, in the boardroom, and in their communities. Grounded in storytelling, reflection, and cooperative practice, attendees will reflect on their personal and collective values as changemakers in rural and agricultural communities, and engage in guided storytelling and group dialogue that center women's labor, leadership, and legacies. Participants will learn simple, actionable tools to expand cooperative impact in their hometowns, and leave with a Community Impact Toolkit aligned with the 7 Cooperative Principles, designed to inspire action beyond the conference.
Boxed Lunch (Provided)
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Optional Add-On: Tour of Churchill Downs & Mint Julep Workshop
We'll make our way to Churchill Downs, where participants will enjoy a self-guided exhibit tour and a guided tour of the Churchill Downs Race Track. We'll follow this up with a mint julep workshop (must be 21+).
