Nevada Women's Fund

Join us in celebrating Katie Sherin! She is a co-owner of Public Restroom Company, a second-generation family-owned business started by her father. Since taking over from their dad in 2019, Katie and her brother have more than doubled the company’s size. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Katie who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund

Join us in celebrating Brynn Nelson, honored by US Bank! A Temple University graduate with a degree in Special Education and Teaching, Brynn transitioned from teaching to a successful career in business banking. With over 20 years of experience, she is committed to helping businesses grow and thrive. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Brynn who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund https://lnkd.in/gZKQ99Pn

Join us in celebrating Kristen Kennedy, honored by NV Energy Foundation! With 18 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising, Kristen previously served as Executive Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNR, where she earned faculty emerita status. She holds a bachelor’s degree from UNR and an MBA from the University of Montana, and now leads the Domestic Violence Resource Center as their Executive Director. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Kristen who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund NV Energy Domestic Violence Resource Center, Reno https://lnkd.in/gWQA5_mh

Join us in celebrating Shannon Popovich, honored by REMSA Health! Leading Washoe County’s only dual-accredited emergency dispatch center, Shannon oversees 250,000 calls annually. She has helped shape national standards for telecommunications quality assurance and holds a degree in Criminal Justice and a Juris Doctorate. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Shannon who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund REMSA Health https://lnkd.in/gtKPS7rz

Join us in celebrating Chelsea Travers, honored by Northern Nevada HOPES! Practicing medicine since 2019, Chelsea is dedicated to caring for underserved populations in Nevada. Passionate about high-quality care for all, she specializes in substance use management, family planning, chronic disease management, and preventive care. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Chelsea who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund Northern Nevada HOPES

Join us in celebrating Saundra Massic, honored by NV Energy Foundation! With over 35 years of experience, Saundra excels in project management, business case development, and customer operations, driving engagement and operational improvements. Her expertise includes human resources, policy development, and regulatory compliance. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Saundra who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund NV Energy

Join us in celebrating Patti Pietsch Weiske, honored by Dress for Success Reno - Northern Nevada! Eight years ago, Patti had a dream to help women succeed and to make a difference in the lives of countless women in our community. Today, thanks to her leadership and tireless work, DFSRNN has served over 1,500 clients, and is a beacon of hope for women in need as they enter the workforce. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Patti who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund

Join us in celebrating Kerry Sutherland, honored by Bishop Manogue Catholic High School! Kerry, a proud Bishop Manogue alumna and current Board Chair, is the founder of K. Sutherland PR, a boutique public relations agency representing global lifestyle brands. With over 19 years of experience, she is known for her individualized, values-driven approach to brand storytelling. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Kerry who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund Bishop Manogue Catholic High School

"At Good Giant, we believe in the power of connection, collaboration and showing up for our community. That’s why we’re honored to support Nevada Women’s Fund and their mission to elevate and empower women across northern Nevada. This year, we’re proud to recognize two women who live those values every day. Charlene Carp is a driving force at Good Giant, bringing unmatched energy, creative thinking and a whole lot of heart to everything she does. She makes our team stronger in ways that ripple far beyond the work. We’re also proud to celebrate our client Christina Erny, whose leadership at the RSCVA has helped solidify Reno Tahoe as a nationally recognized destination. Her strategic vision and collaborative spirit continue to raise the bar for our entire region. When women lead, great things happen. Congratulations to Charlene, Christina, and all of this year’s honorees—you inspire us to do more, be better and think bigger." Chad Hallert Chief Marketing Officer Good Giant

Join us in celebrating Lori Mueller, honored by Northern Nevada Health System! An experienced emergency department nurse leader, Lori has dedicated her career to leading successful nursing teams. Her innovation and knowledge about the patient journey has already brought success to the program. Nevada Women’s Fund, dedicated to empowering women through education and career advancement opportunities, is proud to recognize outstanding leaders like Lori who are creating meaningful impact in our community. #WOA2025 #WomenOfAchievement #NevadaWomensFund