Age: 37

Title: Account supervisor, Strategic America

Family: Husband Tyler Kopriva; daughters Elsa and Lena, son Thys

A reason why she is a Forty: Her volunteer work has included helping Winefest, Variety ― The Children’s Charity, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waukee schools.

What drives her: Showing her children that women can be successful in careers and in motherhood. “Growing up, I was fortunate to have several amazing women role models in my life, and it is my goal to be that person for my children,” she said.

An interesting fact about Kopriva: She likes to travel, run and cheer on the Iowa State Cyclones.