As we approach International Women’s Day on March 8, I’ve been reflecting on this year’s theme: Give to Gain. It’s a simple leadership truth I see again and again in our community: when we give generously of our time, knowledge, visibility, resources and support, we multiply what’s possible for everyone.
When we give to one another, we gain stronger teams, healthier organizations and broader impact across our communities. That collective power is exactly what the Women’s Health Leadership TRUST exists to cultivate. It’s why our network of 450+ members representing nearly 200 organizations matters so much, especially in health care, which can feel like it’s shifting by the hour.
In today’s healthcare landscape, challenges can emerge overnight — from funding cuts to public health crises — threatening the ability of community health centers, clinics and hospitals to keep their doors open. In our industry, “Give to Gain” isn’t just a slogan; it’s a lifeline. Every contribution helps protect access to care and maintain stability when conditions shift. That’s why partners across our state are stepping up with rapid-response support for local community health centers experiencing devastating losses — giving resources and reassurance so clinics can gain stability and patients can keep getting the care they need.
The collective power we gain by giving is also why I’m so excited for our upcoming signature event, the 2026 TRUST Forum on April 16. We’ll gather to give recognition to several women leaders who are making a difference across our community and gain meaningful connections and opportunities for deeper engagement.
And this year, we’ll be joined by keynote speaker, leader and Minnesota-native: Jessie Diggins, who just finished her fourth and final Olympic Games. Jessie will share her powerful story of perseverance — how she became the most decorated American cross-country skier in history while also battling a serious eating disorder. You’ll gain practical insights on resilience, wellbeing and performing under pressure that you can apply in leadership, work and life.
This International Women’s Day and throughout Women’s History Month, let’s inspire one another: to mentor, to collaborate, to share what’s working — and to keep showing up for one another. When women leaders invest in one another, we don’t just navigate what’s next, we shape it.
In that spirit, we invite you to join us on March 10 for an interactive session with Kristi Hemmer: Be What She Can See. Kristi will challenge the expectation to shrink, to apologize, and to go it alone, and will share how to lead unapologetically. Because when women lead, the world becomes safer, stronger and more equitable.
Holly Scholl serves as the 2026 TRUST President and is the Director of Strategic Alliance Management for Omada Health, where she oversees strategic health plan partnerships to help their members reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases, improve outcomes and lower overall health-care spend. Throughout her 20+ year career, Holly has held a series of leadership and account management roles at prominent health care organizations, including serving as Senior Director for Population Health Sustainability at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, a Customer Success Executive at Zipnosis and a Strategic Account Director at Solera Health. In these roles, she partnered with health care organizations to develop strategies that improve health outcomes, drive sustainable health solutions and streamline access to care. Holly is a long-standing member of the TRUST, having served on the Sponsorship and Programming Committees as well as Chair for the Associate Board.