Creating Momentum: Engaging People and Driving Accountability to Grow Business (Briar Cliff University)

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Stacie Anderson is a leadership strategist, community builder, and entrepreneur who understands firsthand what it takes to grow ideas into impact. She currently serves as the Interim Executive Director of Explore Siouxland, where she works at the intersection of destination development, small business vitality, and regional economic growth. As the founder of Empowering Conversations LLC, Stacie has spent nearly a decade helping entrepreneurs and organizations strengthen their leadership, clarify their message, and build businesses rooted in purpose and connection.

A Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, Stacie has trained leaders internationally and brings those insights back to local business owners navigating real-world challenges—building strong relationships, communicating their value, and leading with clarity in evolving markets. She is also the founder of Expand (formerly Siouxland Magazine), a multimedia platform amplifying local stories, and a co-owner of The Expansion Center, a retail and experiential space designed to support personal and professional growth. Stacie is passionate about helping entrepreneurs think differently, lead intentionally, and create businesses that align with their values and vision.