May 21 | Yakima, Wa

Women's Fresh Perspectives Regional Event Pacific Northwest
(PNW)

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact networking and learning opportunity. This event is designed for real people doing real work, coming together to push the industry foward.

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*This event is exclusively for guests based in the Pacific Northwest.

WHY ATTEND?

Learn and engage in a friendly, no-pressure environment. Gain practical career development and have real conversations with women who understand agriculture and the day-to-day realities of the work.

WHO ATTENDS?

This regional event was created for women across agriculture and the fresh produce industry — including production and farming, operations, compliance, accounting, and the teams that keep ag businesses running day to day.

GET INVOLVED

This event is designed for those who are often unable to travel for IFPA’s signature events. Come as you are – jeans, boots, business casual, whatever feels comfortable to you.

Thursday, May 21, 2026

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Doors Open
Registration, networking, coffee, headshots

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Opening Remarks

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Keynote: Wendy McManus
Lead from the Inside Out

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Networking Break

11:30 AM – 12:10 PM
Session 1: Leadership Panel
Moderator: Miranda Eustis

Speakers:
Jacqui Gordon Nunez – WSTFA
Traci Jensen – River Point Farms
Conner O’Malley – Superfresh Growers

12:10 PM – 12:50 PM
Session 2: Career Advancement Panel
Moderator: Carmel Stout-Kornegay

Speakers:
Eva Martinez – Superfresh Growers
Soo Choi - Entrepreneur
Viri Acevedo – Zirkle

12:50 PM – 2:05 PM
Networking Lunch and Headshots

2:05 PM – 2:20 PM
Interactive Table Discussion: Stress Management Highlights
Moderator: Kaitlin Bealer

2:20 PM – 3:35 PMbr>Share Out

2:35 PM – 3:10 PM
Session 3: Lina Sanchez - Becoming, Not Arriving: A Journey Across Borders
Speaker: Veronica Rodarte

3:10 PM – 3:30 PM
Closing Remarks
Speaker: Carrie Mack

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Networking Reception/Happy Hour

A collage of images from a conference with panelists, attendees, and a speaker.

EVENT LOCATION

The Crown Ballroom, Yakima, WA

15 N 7th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902

PARKING INFORMATION

Parking near the venue is limited, so carpooling is strongly encouraged if possible.

Parking options include:

Target Yakima (12 N Fair Ave, Yakima, WA 98901) - A large nearby parking lot and a common option for downtown events.
Downtown street parking around N 7th Ave and surrounding streets (first come, first served).
Public downtown parking lots, with availability depending on time of day.

Please allow a little extra time for parking and a short walk to the venue.

Women's Fresh Perspectives Regional Event Pacific Northwest(PNW)