Indiana Roundtable on

Mental Health Summit

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
7:30 am - 4:45 pm edt
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis

1 in 5 Hoosiers suffer from mental illness and addiction, the Indiana Roundtable on Mental Health Summit aims to create comprehensive action steps to best address this mental health crisis in Indiana. An extension of the Indiana Roundtable on Mental Health, the Summit will bring together community leaders within three pillars: faith, youth and workforce.

Event Schedule

  • 7:30 am - 8:30 am

    Registration & Breakfast

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am

    Plenary Session #1

  • 11:00 am - 11:15 am

    Morning Break

  • 11:15 am - 12:15 pm

    Breakout Sessions - Round 1

  • 12:15 pm - 2:10 pm

    Lunch & Plenary Session #2

  • 2:10 pm - 3:10 pm

    Breakout Sessions - Round 2

  • 3:10 pm - 3:25 pm

    Afternoon Break

  • 3:25 pm - 4:45 pm

    Plenary Session #3

  • 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm

    Networking Reception

Plenary Speakers

Lori Lane (Emcee)

Peer Recovery Specialist, Ethan Crossing of Indianapolis

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Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch

Lt. Governor, State of Indiana | Co-Chair, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Scott McCorkle

Chief Executive Officer, MetaCX

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Monty Burks

Director of Faith-Based Initiatives, Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services

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Donna Jackson Nakazawa

Award-Winning Science Journalist, Author, and Internationally Recognized Speaker

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Chief Justice Loretta Rush

Chief Justice, Indiana Supreme Court

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Senator Michael Crider

Indiana State Senator of District 28

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Rep. Greg Steuerwald

State Representative, House District 40

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Governor Eric Holcomb

Governor, State of Indiana

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Jay Chaudhary (Moderator)

Director, Indiana Division of Mental Health & Addiction | Member, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Kelsey Mitchell (Panelist)

Professional Athlete, WNBA’s Indiana Fever

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Steve Simon (Panelist)

Managing Member, Simon Equity Partners | Member, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Kalen Jackson (Panelist)

Vice Chair & Owner, Indianapolis Colts | Member, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Dr. Allison Barber (Panelist)

President & Chief Operating Officer, Indiana Fever | Member, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Quinn Buckner (Panelist)

Vice President of External Relations & Corporate Communications, Pacers Sports & Entertainment

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Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch

Lt. Governor, State of Indiana | Co-Chair, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Dr. Jerome Adams

Executive Director of Health Equity & Initiatives, Purdue University | Former U.S. Surgeon General | Member, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable

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Scott McCorkle

Chief Executive Officer, MetaCX

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Breakout Sessions

Youth Track

Morning Sessions (11:15 am - 12:15 pm)

Camp Mariposa: A Family Centered Harm Reduction Model

Camp Mariposa: Aaron’s Place staff will provide information about this year long overnight camp program which serves 9–12-year-olds who have been affected by substance use disorder.  The impact of adverse childhood events are addressed through a trauma informed lens using the concept of family centered harm reduction along with evidence based addiction prevention curriculum. 

Leah Edge-Reetz

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Rachel McFadden

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Justin Phillips

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School-Based Prevention and Early Intervention: Lessons from Two Indiana Initiatives

Learn from Fairbanks Foundation, Indiana Department of Education, and Division of Mental Health and Addiction project leaders working to support Indiana schools dedicated to planning and implementing prevention and early intervention programs that improve students’ mental health and build positive coping skills to avoid early substance misuse. Attendees will hear an overview of each initiative, lessons learned, and walk away with a framework for other schools and partners to use.

Jess Yoder

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Bethany Goetz

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Sarah Hawkins

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Emilyn Whitesell

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Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health: An Investment for Our Future

Babies and toddlers’ emotional wellness depends on secure relationships with parents and other caregivers that let them feel safe, able to learn, and engage positively with others. Because these relationships are so key to child development, supporting caregivers supports children. When families are supported in this way, their children grow up to have better school and work performance, more resilience to trauma, and fewer mental health concerns in adulthood. In this breakout we will:

  1. Recognize what adult actions lead to early childhood well-being.
  2. Explore the connection between early childhood well-being and adult productivity.
  3. Discuss innovative, sustainable steps and potential investments to achieve results.

Dr. Angie Tomlin

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Stephan Viehweg

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Afternoon Sessions (2:10 pm - 3:10 pm)

Healing Centered Engagement

Discussion will explore Healing Centered Engagement and its use in establishing relationships, and building environments of belonging, healing and cultural affirmation for communities of color who are system impacted.

Kia Wright

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The Current State of Hoosier Youth

This session will explore the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey data and the alarming call to action to better support our youth mental health needs. Kate will be joined by members of the Indiana Youth Advisory Board to share their first hand perspectives on mental health supports needed and personal experiences.  .

Kate Schedel

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Workforce Track

Morning Sessions (11:15 am - 12:15 pm)

State Behavioral Health Workforce: Context and Opportunities

This session will explore national and state level trends and strategies used to address behavioral health workforce shortages. Attendees will learn about Indiana’s historical policies and programs related to behavioral health workforce recruitment and retention, and have the opportunity to engage in facilitated discussions regarding opportunities to strengthen these efforts in Indiana.

Dr. Hannah Maxey

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Becky Boustani

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Courtney Medlock

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We ARE Indiana’s Behavioral Health training ground: Optimizing the role of CMHCs in workforce development

Indiana’s Community Mental Health Center network has long been the training ground for behavioral health workforce in the State. Understand current capabilities, capacity-building, quality assurance measures, and breadth of training within two Northern Indiana CMHCs. Additional discussion on next steps needed to optimize workforce development initiatives within CMHCs and their existing external partnership networks.

Dr. Monique Kulkarni

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Dr. Carrie Cadwell

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Afternoon Sessions (2:10 pm - 3:10 pm)

Early Workforce Development: Engaging Students, Cultivating Talent, and Promoting Opportunity

This session will host a panel of professionals sharing their diverse experiences with youth and young adults considering mental health as a potential career field. Participants will learn about ways young people are choosing to become part of the dialog around mental , as well as existing initiatives that support students pursuing careers in these fields. Panelists will also discuss potential barriers and innovative solutions in workforce that can help connect passionate individuals to careers that support community-driven wellness.

Gina Woodward

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Karissa Morris

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Wendy Parker

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Clinton Faupel

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Shaping the Future of Behavioral Health Workforce for Indiana

Indiana, like much of the country, is experiencing a workforce shortage in many market sectors. The Behavioral Health workforce shortage has been classified as a national crisis due to the demand for treatment is significantly greater than the workforce available to deliver the care. This presentation will help quantify the problem, provide some understanding of how the shortage developed, offer some practical steps to address the shortage, and give a call to action as to what is still needed.

Dr. Ashley Overley

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George Hurd

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Employee Retention Strategy: Support Mental Health

A happy, healthy, engaged workforce is crucial for business success. “New data suggests that for almost 70% of people, their manager has more impact on their mental health than their therapist or their doctor—and it’s equal to the impact of their partner,” according to Forbes. Learn from a pilot study on vicarious trauma and burnout in Indiana health center workforce and hear key strategies to from top Indiana employers on navigating the important topic of workplace mental health.

Jennifer Pferrer

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Lori Harris

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Candace Shaffer

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Kimble Richardson

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Faith Track

Morning Sessions (11:15 am - 12:15 pm)

Innovations and Programming to Address Mental Health Needs in the Context of Faith Communities

From reducing stigma around mental health needs to providing resources for access to services, faith communities have a unique opportunity to reach a wide variety of individuals. Learn about programs and innovations implemented by faith and mental health leaders that aim to address mental health and substance use challenges faced by members of faith communities. 

Rev. David Greene

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Pastor Darryl Webster

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Linda Williams

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La Keisha Jackson

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The Fruit of Trauma, Dysfunction, and  Disappointments

Our world, friends, family, work, our direct surroundings, are filled with moments that bring hurt and wounding. When we are able to expose the lies that we have believed, then we can shift ourselves into truth. Lies break relationship wit God, with others, and with ourself. Truth brings freedom, and removes the effects of our trauma, dysfunction, and  disappointments. 

Cory Joy

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Afternoon Sessions (2:10 pm - 3:10 pm)

Considerations for Advocacy Work at the Intersection of Faith and Mental Health

Join members of various faith communities around Indianapolis in a panel discussion about productive ways to engage with one another regarding the promotion of mental health. Considering key identity markers of the individuals and communities that populate faith spaces, explore what mental health advocacy interventions can look like that honor the dignity and fullness of the human experience and move toward a collective vision of wellness for all people. 

Josih Hostetler

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Komal Chohan

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Britney Foster

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Dr. Kourtney Byrd

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Lindsey Rabinowitch

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Mental Health in the Muslim Community and in our City - Impact and Challenges: an Imam, a Law Enforcement Chaplain, and an Interfaith Leader Perspective

Imam Ahmed Alamine

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the event?

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Where is the event located?

2nd & 3rd Floors of the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis; 1 South Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46204

What time does the event start?

Registration opens at 7:30am with the opening plenary session beginning at 8:30am.

Is the event currently sold out?

Yes, the Indiana Roundtable on Mental Health Summit is currently at capacity. Please continue monitoring social media and the website as additional tickets may become available.

Are meals provided?

Yes, both breakfast and lunch are included.

I have a dietary restriction. How do I indicate that?

Please select your dietary restriction when you complete registration. Upon checking in at the Summit, be sure to grab a dietary card that you can display at your place setting during lunch to alert your server.

Where can I find a list of breakout session topics & speakers?

The full agenda will be released closer to event day and can be found on the event website: https://mentalhealthroundtable.org/2023-summit/

Do I need to register for breakout sessions?

No. Breakout sessions will be available on first come-first served basis.

Do I need to pre-select a priority track (i.e., faith, youth or workforce)

No. Once at the Summit, you will be able to attend whichever breakout session you are most interested in. To assist, signage and printed materials will be color-coded to indicate each track; Workforce = Blue, Faith = Purple, Youth = Green.

Where can I find the lineup of speakers for the Plenary Session?

The full agenda will be released closer to event day and can be found on the event website: https://mentalhealthroundtable.org/2023-summit/

Is the Networking Reception included in my registration?

Yes. All attendees of the IRMHS are invited to stay for the networking reception after the Summit concludes. Refreshments will be provided.

Where is the Networking Reception located?

The 3rd floor foyer of the Hyatt Regency.

If you have additional questions, please email emily@sagamoreinstitute.org

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