Iowa Economic Development Authority

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Address: 200 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Tuesday8AM–4:30PMWednesday8AM–4:30PMThursday8AM–4:30PMFriday8AM–4:30PMSaturdayClosedSundayClosedMonday8AM–4:30PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Phone: (515) 348-6200: : Category: Website: Place name: : : : : Website: http://www.iowaeconomicdevelopment.com/ Category: State government office Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Questions & answers Ask a questionBe the first to ask a question Add a photoThanks for sharing!Your photo will be posted publicly on Google.Contribute MoreDoneUpload public photos of Iowa Economic Development Authority Posting publicly on the Web Write a review Reviews 3 Google reviews From Iowa Economic Development Authority Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. "The Iowa Economic Development Authority's (IEDA) mission is to strengthen economic and community vitality by building partnerships and leveraging resources to make Iowa the choice for people and business. Through two main divisions – business...More "The Iowa Economic Development Authority's (IEDA) mission is to strengthen economic and community vitality by building partnerships and leveraging resources to make Iowa the choice for people and business. Through two main divisions – business development and community development – IEDA administers several state and federal programs to meet its goals of assisting individuals, communities and businesses."

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Iowa Economic Development Authority Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Rita Grimm Rita Grimm Ankeny, Iowa Details
Rita Grimm's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2013 - Present
Job COO/General Counsel at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2013 - Present
Grimm Legal Services   January 2013 - March 2013
Heidman Law Firm  January 1991 - December 2012

Skills
Government, Policy, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Change Management, Program Management, Business Strategy, Public Relations, Contract Negotiation, Grants, Legal Writing, Community Development, Leadership, Legislative Relations, Zoning, Legal Research, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis

Education
University of Nebraska College of Law   1982 — 1985
Doctor of Law (JD), Law

Doane College   1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History/Political Science

Monica Crandall Monica Crandall West Des Moines, Iowa Details
Monica Crandall's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience February 2014 - March 2014
Job Claims Assistant at York Risk Services Group
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
York Risk Services Group  October 2014 - Present
Outback Steakhouse  January 2013 - November 2014
Iowa Communities Assurance Pool (ICAP)   July 2014 - October 2014
Portico Staffing  April 2014 - July 2014
Iowa Economic Development Authority   February 2014 - March 2014
Village Inn  May 2011 - January 2013
Creme de la Creme Child Care   August 2010 - April 2011
Child Development Center  August 2009 - January 2010

Skills
PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Java, HTML, English, C, Windows, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Microsoft Outlook, Editing, Facebook, Social Networking, Outlook, Access

Education
Iowa State University   2006 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies

Dowling Catholic High School   2002 — 2006

Carrie Weber Carrie Weber Des Moines, Iowa Details
Carrie Weber's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2010 - Present
Job Program Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2010 - Present

Skills
Program Management, Community Development, Government, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Public Policy

Education
Iowa State University   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General, 3.1

Michael Gould Michael Gould Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Michael Gould's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience September 2003 - Present
Job Manager of Insurance Development & Project Manager of Business Development, Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   September 2003 - Present
State of Iowa  2003 - Present
Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce  2001 - 2003
Muscatine Chamber of Commerce   1995 - 2001
Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce   1988 - 1995

Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Public Relations, Policy, Community Development, Government, Political Campaigns, Grassroots, Media Relations, Program Management, Strategic Communications, Management, Public Policy, Program Development, Local Government, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Project Management, Political Consulting, Leadership Development, Social Media, Budgets, Location Intelligence

Education
University of Oklahoma   1998 — 2000
Economic Development Institute

Drake University   1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Benton Quade Benton Quade Des Moines, Iowa Details
Benton Quade's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience February 2007 - Present
Job Project Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   February 2007 - Present

Skills
Government, Economic Development, Program Management, Community Development, Policy, Project Planning, Project Management, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Event Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning

Education
Iowa State University
Political Science and Government

Brenda Schoen Brenda Schoen Des Moines, Iowa Details
Brenda Schoen's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience June 2012 - Present
Job Administrative Assistant at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   June 2012 - Present
Brenda's Hair Salon   January 1995 - January 2015

Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Editing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Project Planning, Strategic Communications, Management, Program Management, Social Networking, Training

Education
South Hamilton High School   1978 — 1979
High School

Woodbury Central High School   1975 — 1978
High School

La James International College-Johnston

Jason Kemp Jason Kemp Waukee, Iowa Details
Jason Kemp's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Homebase Iowa Program Manager
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   September 2015 - Present
Iowa Diabetes and Endocrinology Research Center (IDERC)   October 2013 - September 2015
Sciath Group   March 2013 - October 2013
United States Air Force  August 2010 - September 2012
United States Air Force  June 2007 - August 2010
United States Air Force  February 2004 - June 2007

Skills
Air Force, Special Operations, Mobile Communications, Combat, DoD, Security Clearance, Military, Information Assurance, Military Operations, Command, Defense, Weapons, Aviation, Force Protection, Counterterrorism, Emergency Management, Operational Planning, Government Contracting, Crisis Management, Program Management, Homeland Security, C4ISR, National Security, Intelligence Analysis, Organizational..., Tactics, Navy, Army, Leadership, Military Experience, Physical Security, Command & Control, Intelligence, UAV, Security Operations, Military Aviation, Afghanistan, Top Secret, Government, Reconnaissance, Defence, Training, Interagency Coordination, Military Training, Counterinsurgency, Electronic Warfare, NATO, Security Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Research...

Education
University of West Florida   2009 — 2012
MSA, Public Administration

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University   2006 — 2009
BSPA, Management & Safety

Brian Selinger Brian Selinger Des Moines, Iowa Details
Brian Selinger's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Energy Team Leader at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   April 2015 - Present
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity  October 2011 - April 2015
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity  August 2010 - November 2011
Lockheed Martin  October 2008 - December 2009
City of Springfield, IL  February 2006 - September 2008
City of Springfield, IL  October 2002 - February 2006

Skills
Leadership, Training, Management, Business Development, Program Management, Energy Efficiency, Policy, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Project Management, Government, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Proposal Writing, Project Planning, Analysis, Sales, Team Building, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Time Management, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Research

Education
Benedictine University
Psychology, Psychology

Lincoln Land Community College
Associate in Arts

Sacred Heart Griffin

Alana Anderson Alana Anderson Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Alana Anderson's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2007 - June 2014
Job Marketing Professional/Program Manager, MBA
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2007 - June 2014
Kaplan University  August 2007 - December 2007
Marsh  September 2005 - August 2006
OnMedia  December 2003 - September 2005
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  July 2002 - October 2003
Solutions, Inc.   June 1999 - April 2001
Enterprise Rent A Car  May 1998 - May 1999
KJJY/KRKQ Radio   May 1996 - April 1998

Skills
Marketing, Program Management, Project Management, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Start-ups, Management, Entrepreneurship

Education
University of Phoenix   2005 — 2007
MBA, Marketing

Iowa State University   1992 — 1996
Marketing

Tim Reinders Tim Reinders Des Moines, Iowa Details
Tim Reinders's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience 1985 - Present
Job Main Street Design Specialist at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   1985 - Present

Skills
Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Development, Community Outreach

Education
Iowa State University

Katie Caggiano Katie Caggiano West Des Moines, Iowa Details
Katie Caggiano's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2006 - Present
Job Accountant, General Administration at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2006 - Present
Office of Auditor of State of Iowa   May 1999 - January 2006

Education
Iowa State University   2007 — 2011
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)

University of Northern Iowa   1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting

Paul Stueckradt Paul Stueckradt Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Paul Stueckradt's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience February 2000 - Present
Job Compliance Manager
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   February 2000 - Present

Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Microsoft Excel, Policy, Microsoft Word, Government, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Fundraising

Education
Iowa State University   1985 — 1990
Bachelor's degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

Jennifer Rhuppiah, Esq. Jennifer Rhuppiah, Esq. Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Jennifer Rhuppiah, Esq.'s Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience June 2015 - Present
Job International/ Global Business Development, State of Iowa
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   June 2015 - Present
Life Care Services  March 2013 - June 2015
Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute  2013 - 2014
Bankers Trust  August 2008 - March 2013
Whitfield & Eddy, P.L.C.   May 2006 - January 2008
JPMorgan Chase  September 2003 - December 2004

Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Decision making and..., Tolerant and flexible, Banking, Vendor Management, Critical Thinking, Training, Software Documentation, Corporate Law, Due Diligence, Management, Policy, Auditing, Finance, CRM, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Leadership, Financial Services, Public Speaking

Education
Drake University Law School   2005 — 2008
JD, Law, Corporate, Banking

Lake Forest College   1999 — 2003
BA, Business

Rachel (Manuel) Bruns Rachel (Manuel) Bruns Des Moines, Iowa Details
Rachel (Manuel) Bruns's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience May 2013 - July 2015
Job Deputy Director, America's Service Commissions
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
America's Service Commissions   May 2013 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   May 2013 - July 2015
Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee  July 2011 - May 2013
America's Service Commissions   June 2009 - May 2013
Iowa Campus Compact  August 2009 - June 2011
Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service  June 2008 - June 2011
United Way of Central Iowa  June 2008 - August 2009
The 10,000 Hours Show of Central Iowa   April 2006 - April 2008
Better Business Bureau  April 2006 - January 2008

Skills
Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Resource Development, Social Media Strategist, Strategic Planning, Collaborative Problem..., Team Building, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Social Media, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Program Development, Grants, Grant Writing, Leadership Development, Community Development, Event Planning, Public Policy, Program Management, Social Services, Event Management, Board Development, Philanthropy, Volunteering, Community Engagement, Training, Volunteer Recruiting, Program Evaluation, Non-profit..., Leadership, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Annual Giving, Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Youth Development, Stewardship, Government, Coalitions, Workshop Facilitation, Civic Engagement, Volunteer Training, Press Releases, Grassroots, Social Media Marketing

Education
Drake University   2008 — 2010
Master of Public Administration

Drake University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Journalism

Jason Boten Jason Boten Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Jason Boten's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience July 1999 - Present
Job Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Communications, Fitness Instructor and Musician
Industry Music
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 1999 - Present
YMCA of Greater Des Moines  October 2006 - Present
Principal Financial Group  January 1995 - July 1999
Jolesch Photography  August 1992 - May 1995

Skills
HTML, Social Media, CSS, Marketing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Graphic Design, Editing, Non-profits, Photography, Community Development, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, Carpentry, Group Instruction, Strategic Planning, User Interface Design, Technical Writing, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Singing, Studio Recording, Sound Mixing, Live Sound, Community Outreach

Education
Iowa State University   1989 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Rhetoric and Professional Communication

Southeast Polk Junior/Senior High School   1985 — 1989

Lisa (Dahlke) Connell Lisa (Dahlke) Connell Des Moines, Iowa Details
Lisa (Dahlke) Connell's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Compliance Project Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2013 - Present
ABS Legal Advocates, PA  September 2012 - July 2013
ABS Legal Advocates, PA  September 2010 - September 2012
KU School of Law Medical-Legal Partnership   August 2011 - May 2012

Skills
Disability Benefits, Veterans Benefits, Social Security Law, Compliance, Family Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing

Education
University of Kansas School of Law   2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor, Certificate in Media, Law, and Technology

University of Northern Iowa   2005 — 2009
BA, Political Science, Journalism

Beth Balzer Beth Balzer Des Moines, Iowa Details
Beth Balzer's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience Sales RepresentativeOrtho Diagnostics, a division of Johnson & Johnson1990 - 1992
Job Manager, Business Development at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   Sales RepresentativeOrtho Diagnostics, a division of Johnson & Johnson1990 - 1992
Hershey Chocolate, USA  1985 - 1990

Skills
Strategic Planning, Government, Business Development, Economic Development, Community Development, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Public Relations, Policy, Fundraising, Program Management, Grant Writing, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Public Speaking

Education
Iowa State University   1979 — 1983
BBA, Marketing

Joseph Bohlke, ASLA Joseph Bohlke, ASLA Des Moines, Iowa Details
Joseph Bohlke, ASLA's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience February 2009 - Present
Job Senior Project Manager: Infrastructure, at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   February 2009 - Present
Clear Channel  2006 - 2007
City of Des Moines  1998 - 2006
City of Wyoming, MI  1982 - 1996

Skills
Community & Economic..., Real Estate Development, Public Administration, Urban Design, Land Use, Grant Administration, Zoning Law, Site Planning & Design, Local & State Government, Park & Rec Planning, Zoning, Municipalities, Community Development, Economic Development, Site Plans, Land Development, Local Government, Parks, Land Use Planning, Redevelopment, Urban Planning, Government

Education
Beckman HS

Drake University
CPM

Iowa State University
BS

Doane Chilcoat Doane Chilcoat Johnston, Iowa Details
Doane Chilcoat's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Applied Technology Systems at Pioneer HiBred International Inc
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc  June 2011 - Present
Genome Canada  May 2014 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   May 2014 - Present
Keck Graduate Institute  January 2014 - Present
Cobax Biopharma   May 2010 - February 2011
McKinsey & Company  1999 - 2010
Replidyne  2006 - 2008

Skills
Biochemistry, Leadership, Biotechnology, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Lifesciences, Start-ups, Competitive Analysis, Management Consulting, Due Diligence, Cross-functional Team..., Corporate Development, Commercialization, Genomics, Life Sciences

Education
University of Chicago   1993 — 1999
Ph.D., Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology

Grinnell College   1991 — 1993
BA, Biology

Mark Laurenzo Mark Laurenzo Des Moines, Iowa Details
Mark Laurenzo's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience 2007 - Present
Job Business Development Manager, Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   2007 - Present
Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce  2004 - 2007
Iowa State University  1997 - 2003

Skills
Strategic marketing..., Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Non-profits, Community Development, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Government, Event Planning, Project Management, Marketing, Commercialization, Marketing Communications, Biotechnology, Public Relations, Research, Data Analysis, Team Building, Event Management, Proposal Writing, Entrepreneurship, Policy, Nonprofits

Education
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Biology

University of Iowa
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance

Cat Bierling Cat Bierling West Des Moines, Iowa Details
Cat Bierling's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2006 - January 2015
Job Librarian at Des Moines Public Library
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Des Moines Public Library  February 2015 - Present
Des Moines Public Library  March 2013 - January 2015
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2006 - January 2015
Heartland AEA  October 2002 - February 2006
Broadlawns Medical Center  2000 - 2002

Skills
Research, Reader's Advisory, Subscriptions, Statistics, Data Management, Microsoft Office, EBSCO, Westlaw, ProQuest

Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee   2005 — 2007
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS)

Drake University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General

Michael Johansen Michael Johansen Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Michael Johansen's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2010 - October 2011
Job Product Marketing / Marketing Operations
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Workiva  September 2013 - Present
Workiva  February 2012 - September 2013
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2010 - October 2011
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2007 - March 2010
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2006 - March 2007
Iowa Economic Development Authority   December 2002 - March 2006
City of Le Mars, Iowa   February 2001 - December 2002
Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council (SIMPCO)   May 1999 - February 2001

Skills
Salesforce.com, Leadership, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Strategy, Product Marketing, Social Media, Business Development, Program Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Focused Execution, Change Management, Wdesk

Education
Drake University   2003 — 2005
MPA, Policy Emphasis

Iowa State University   1992 — 1999
B.S., Community and Regional Planning

Tina Hoffman Tina Hoffman Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Tina Hoffman's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2011 - Present
Job Experienced Public Relations and Marketing Professional
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2011 - Present
TMG Financial Services  September 2008 - July 2011
Greater Des Moines Partnership  February 2007 - September 2008
Iowa Department of Economic Development  January 2003 - February 2007

Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Media Relations, Community Development, Budgets, Community Outreach, Copy Editing, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Economic Development, Editing, Event Planning, Government, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Project Management, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning

Education
Drake University   1992 — 1996
B.A. Journalism and Mass Communications, Public Relations

Interstate 35   1989 — 1992

Craig Block Craig Block Ankeny, Iowa Details
Craig Block's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2011 - March 2013
Job Associate Probate Judge at Polk County, Iowa
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Polk County, Iowa  March 2013 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2011 - March 2013
Block Lamberti & Gocke   August 1982 - March 2013

Skills
Non-profits, Economic Development, Local Government, Government, Policy, Strategic Planning, Intellectual Property, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Community Development, Nonprofits, Public Speaking

Education
Drake University Law School   1979 — 1981
JD

Drake University   1977 — 1979
BA, Political Science

Indian Hills Community College   1975 — 1977
AA

Terry Poe Buschkamp Terry Poe Buschkamp Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Terry Poe Buschkamp's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2008 - Present
Job Main Street District Specialist at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2008 - Present
State of Iowa  2008 - Present
Main Street Waterloo   October 1999 - October 2008

Skills
Economic Development, Non-profits, Community Development, Leadership Development, Public Policy, Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Government, Downtown, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Policy, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Grants, Media Relations, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Public Speaking

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1973 — 1975
B.A., Retail

Katelyn Rutledge Katelyn Rutledge Des Moines, Iowa Details
Katelyn Rutledge's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience November 2012 - March 2015
Job Intern Architect at RDG Planning & Design
Industry Design
Experience
RDG Planning & Design  April 2015 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2012 - March 2015
Shiffler Associates   May 2012 - November 2012
Iowa State University  August 2011 - August 2012
Iowa State University  August 2011 - May 2012
Katz Architecture   June 2011 - August 2011
Iowa State University College   August 2010 - December 2010
Design Alliance, Inc.   June 2009 - August 2010
Waukee Chamber of Commerce   May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Design Research, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rendering, Photography, AutoCAD Architecture, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Squarespace, MailChimp, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Space Planning

Education
Iowa State University   2006 — 2012
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture

Jennifer Meier Jennifer Meier Des Moines, Iowa Details
Jennifer Meier's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2014 - Present
Job Program Manager| Iowa Student Internship Program| Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2014 - Present
Iowa State University  May 2012 - August 2014
Iowa State University  August 2011 - May 2012
Pikes Peak Community College  October 2008 - August 2011
Fountain-Fort Carson High School  August 2006 - August 2008
Scheels All Sports  June 2003 - July 2006
Regina Catholic Education Center  January 2005 - June 2005
University of Iowa  May 2001 - August 2004

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Employer Relations, Program Management, Higher Education, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Marketing, Project Management, Career Development, Career Pathways, Career Counseling, Fundraising, Cover Letters, Student Development, Grant Writing, Career and College..., Student Affairs, Organizational..., Editing, Social Media, Social Networking, Resume Writing, Job Search Strategies, Leadership Development, Organization, Teaching, Mock Interviews, Interview Preparation, LinkedIn, Time Management, Curriculum Design, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Non-profits, Research, Training, Facebook, Leadership, Interviews, Management, Volunteer Management, Online Databases, Grant Administration, Group Presentations, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Iowa   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Art; Art Education

Amy Kuhlers Amy Kuhlers Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Amy Kuhlers's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Program Manager IASourceLink at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2014 - Present
Connect Iowa   August 2011 - November 2014
University of Northern Iowa  2006 - September 2011

Skills
Program Development, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Program Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Start-ups, Policy, Staff Development, Public Policy, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Business Development, Grants, Organizational..., Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Proposal Writing, Event Planning, Government, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Small Business, Event Management, Higher Education, Strategic Planning

Education
Buena Vista University   1994 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management/Entrepreneurship

Drake University
Master's Degree, Public Administration

Shelby Eckardt Shelby Eckardt Des Moines, Iowa Details
Shelby Eckardt's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Outreach Liaison at AIGA Iowa
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Deksia  July 2015 - Present
AIGA Iowa   July 2015 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 2013 - Present
Blank Children's Hospital  October 2011 - December 2014

Skills
Photoshop, Web Design, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Photography, Graphic Design, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, InDesign, Mac, Logo Design, Graphics, Drawing, HTML, Painting, Newsletters, Vector Illustration, Social Media, Art, Posters, Typography, Digital Illustration, Layout, Illustration, Concept Development, Brochures, Printmaking, Business Cards, Visual Communication

Education
Grand View University   2010 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, BFA Graphic Design and BFA Studio Arts

Central College   2009 — 2010
Athletic Training

East High School   2005 — 2009

Joseph A. Rude Joseph A. Rude Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Joseph A. Rude's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience July 2012 - Present
Job International Trade & Development
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 2012 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 2011 - July 2012
Freelance  August 2009 - July 2011
Marel, Stork, Townsend   2004 - 2009
Wholesome Harvest   2000 - 2009
Century Systems  1999 - 2001
Voyager International   1990 - 1999

Skills
Strategic Planning, Economic Development, Business Development, Start-ups, Change Management, Management, Project Planning, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, International Business, Export, Business Planning, Business Strategy, International Trade, Program Management, Executive Management, Training, Strategy, Finance, Management Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Leadership Development, Analysis, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Public Relations, Leadership, New Business Development

Education
Suffolk University - Sawyer School of Management
MBA, Finance

Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

Tyler Wyngarden, MBA Tyler Wyngarden, MBA Des Moines, Iowa Details
Tyler Wyngarden, MBA's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience April 2013 - June 2015
Job Director of Talent Development at Technology Association of Iowa
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Technology Association of Iowa  June 2015 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   April 2013 - June 2015
Indian Hills Community College  January 2013 - April 2013
Indian Hills Community College  February 2009 - January 2013

Skills
Program Management, Business Development, Leadership, Editing, Microsoft Office, Economic Development, Social Media, Project Management, Marketing, Video Editing, Technical Recruiting, Social Networking, Fundraising, Government, Grant Writing, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Research, Adobe Creative Suite, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Training, Photoshop, Writing, MBA, Communication Skills, Karate, Sales, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Policy, Admissions, Admissions Counseling, Community Development, Community Economic..., Non-profit..., Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Public Policy, Project Governance, Higher Education, Grants, IT Solutions, IT Operations, IT Strategy, IT Management

Education
St. Ambrose University   2010 — 2012
M.B.A., Business

University of Northern Iowa   2002 — 2005
B.A., Electronic Media/ Communications

Indian Hills Community College   2001 — 2003
A.A., General Studies

Ottumwa High School   1999 — 2002
High School Diploma, General Studies

Sydney Watson Sydney Watson Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Sydney Watson's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience June 2015 - Present
Job PR Intern at the Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   June 2015 - Present
Spearhead Promotions   August 2014 - Present
Everybody Wins! Iowa  December 2013 - Present

Skills
Public Speaking, Time Management, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Design Programs, Customer Service, Public Relations

Education
Drake University   2013 — 2017
Public Relations & Advertising, Communications, Junior

Brian Crowe Brian Crowe Cedar Rapids, Iowa Details
Brian Crowe's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2010 - April 2013
Job Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance Economic Development
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance  April 2013 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2010 - April 2013
Iowa Office of Energy Independence  August 2007 - August 2010
Iowa Department of Natural Resources  December 2006 - August 2007
United States Peace Corps  June 2002 - September 2004

Skills
Economic Development, Community Development, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Government, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Policy, Program Management, Sustainability, Environmental Awareness, Renewable Energy, Research, Fundraising, Public Relations, Event Planning, Project Management, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Policy, Budgets, Proposal Writing, Energy Policy

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago   1999 — 2002
BA

Jeff Geerts Jeff Geerts Johnston, Iowa Details
Jeff Geerts's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2007 - Present
Job Special Projects Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2007 - Present
Millennium HRM Press, LLC   January 2005 - Present
Iowa Department of Natural Resources  July 1992 - August 2007

Skills
Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Public Participation, Managerial Finance, Research, Fund Administration, Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Innovation, Brainstorm Facilitation, Idea Generation, Resourceful..., Making Connections, Green Infrastructure, Economic Development, Media Relations, Recycling, Public Policy, Environmental Awareness, Government, Facilitation, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Grants, Local Government, Community Outreach, Program Management, Community Development, Policy, Nonprofits, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Proposal Writing, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Sustainable Development, Program Development, Community Engagement, Strategic Communications, Program Evaluation, Social Entrepreneurship, Public Administration, Administration

Education
Drake University   1995 — 1997
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Administration

St. Ambrose University   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management Science and Statistics

Brad Hopkins Brad Hopkins Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Brad Hopkins's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Assistant General Counsel at State of Iowa
Industry Legal Services
Experience
State of Iowa  September 2012 - Present
Central College  August 2012 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2012 - May 2012
Russell Lovell ­ Drake University   August 2010 - May 2012
Drake University  August 2009 - May 2012
Law Library   May 2010 - December 2011
U.S. Department of Justice   May 2011 - July 2011
Iowa Senate  January 2011 - May 2011
Iowa Immigration Education Coalition   May 2010 - August 2010
Principal Financial Group  November 2008 - August 2009

Skills
Research, Writing, Legal Research, Government Relations, Legal Writing, Policy, Microsoft Office, Financial Advisory, Administrative Law, Employment Law, Politics, Courts, Legal Issues, Criminal Law, Appeals

Education
Drake University Law School   2009 — 2012
J.D., Law

Drake University   2008 — 2012
Masters, Public Administration

Central College   2002 — 2006
BA, Economics, Political Science, Business

Jean Carlson-Johnson Jean Carlson-Johnson Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Jean Carlson-Johnson's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 1997 - April 2012
Job Community Health Consultant at Iowa Department of Public Health
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Department of Public Health  October 2012 - Present
In transition  April 2012 - October 2012
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 1997 - April 2012

Skills
Economic Development, Community Development, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Media Relations, Fundraising, Special Events..., Strategic Communications

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   1984 — 1989
Child and Family Studies

Todd Vohs (CCIE #5119) Todd Vohs (CCIE #5119) Sioux City, Iowa Area Details
Todd Vohs (CCIE #5119)'s Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience 1989 - 1992
Job Owner at Holstein Ag Services, LLC
Industry Farming
Experience
Holstein Ag Services, LLC   August 2010 - Present
City of Holstein   2008 - Present
Vohs Seeds, L.L.C.   August 2002 - August 2010
NEC BNS   September 2001 - May 2002
Netigy  2000 - 2001
GE Capital  1992 - 2000
AmeriData/GE Capital   1990 - 1992
Iowa Economic Development Authority   1989 - 1992

Skills
Farms, Corn, QoS, Networking, Management, Agribusiness, WAN, Farms, Data Center, Cisco Technologies, Integration, Process Improvement, Program Management, Agronomy, Sales, Business Strategy, Virtualization, Business Planning, Enterprise Software, Strategic Planning, Start-ups, IT Management, Sales Operations, Call Centers, SAP, Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, IP, Agriculture, Sales Management, Selling, Pre-sales, Team Building

Education
Truman State University   1986 — 1989
B.S., Ag Economics

Kirkwood Community College   1984 — 1986
A.A.S., Ag Economics

University of Iowa   1982 — 1984

Galva-Holstein High School   1979 — 1982

Gail Kotval Gail Kotval Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Gail Kotval's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience May 2010 - Present
Job Iowa Innovation Council Liaison, Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   May 2010 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   2008 - 2010
Iowa Economic Development Authority   2005 - 2008
Iowa Economic Development Authority   2000 - 2005
Nationwide Agribusiness/Farmland Insurance   July 1997 - November 2000
Iowa Sesquicentennial Commission   August 1993 - June 1997

Skills
Economic Development, Program Management, Leadership, Business Development, Project Management, Public Policy, Project Planning, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Policy, Government, Marketing

Education
Drake University   2007 — 2008
Certificate Program, Certified Public Manager

Buena Vista University   1974 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration

Debi Durham Debi Durham Sioux City, Iowa Area Details
Debi Durham's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2011 - Present
Job Director at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2011 - Present
Siouxland Chamber of Commerce  July 1995 - January 2011

Skills
Economic Development, International Trade, Marketing, Tourism Management, Legislative Policy, Event Planning, Social Media, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy, Leadership Development, Legislative Relations, Partnerships, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Federal Law, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Urban Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational..., Entrepreneurship, Community Development, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Policy Analysis, Political Consulting, Media Relations, Political Campaigns, Government, Grants, Strategic Communications, Program Development, Program Management, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Workforce Development, Public/private..., Policy, Board Development, Legislation, Coalitions, Politics, Local Government, Economics, Volunteer Management, Redevelopment, Public Affairs, Non-profit..., Community Engagement

Education
Missouri Southern State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

Missouri Southern State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Peggy Kerr Peggy Kerr Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Peggy Kerr's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience December 1994 - Present
Job International Marketing Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   December 1994 - Present
Evergreen Packaging Equipment   April 1977 - November 1994

Skills
Economic Development, Marketing Communications, Forecasting, Budgets, International Business, Management, Fundraising, Business Planning, Community Development, Export, Public Relations, International Marketing, International Trade, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, New Business Development, Program Management, Media Relations, Team Building, Leadership, Marketing, Government, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Business Development, International..., Training, Event Management

Education
Coe College
B.A. Business Administration

Fairfield High School

Kirkwood Community College
A.A. International Trade Marketing

Kristin Hanks Kristin Hanks Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Kristin Hanks's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2011 - Present
Job Project Manager/Counsel at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2011 - Present
Iowa Office of Energy Independence  April 2010 - October 2011
Madison County  June 2008 - April 2010
Iowa Court of Appeals  January 2007 - August 2007
Hubbell Realty Company  May 2005 - April 2006

Skills
Government, Legal Writing, Public Policy, Economic Development, Research, Policy, Policy Analysis, Legal Research

Education
Drake University Law School   2003 — 2006
J.D., Law

University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business   1997 — 2001
B.B.A., Finance w/ emphasis in Accounting

Ed Basch Ed Basch Peoria, Illinois Area Details
Ed Basch's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Project Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2014 - Present
City of Macomb, IL   February 2007 - Present
Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission  November 2003 - February 2007
Centralia Area Development Association   December 1999 - November 2003
City of Pekin, Il   December 1996 - December 1999
Village of Savoy   July 1992 - December 1996

Skills
Economic Development, Grants, Community Development, Grant Writing, Program Development, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Land Use Planning, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Public Administration, Program Evaluation, Government, Fundraising, Zoning

Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville   1979 — 1980
None, Masters in Public Affairs and Urban & Regional Planning

Eastern Illinois University   1976 — 1980
BS, Political science

Kathy Anderson Kathy Anderson Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Kathy Anderson's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience November 2005 - June 2015
Job Vice President, Member Development and Programs at Iowa Association of Business and Industry
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Association of Business and Industry  July 2015 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2005 - June 2015
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2005 - June 2015
Reidy Communications   2002 - 2005
The Integer Group  2001 - 2002
Siouxland Chamber of Commerce  2000 - 2001
Gateway Computers  1995 - 2000

Skills
Economic Development, Community Development, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Government, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Program Management, Public Policy, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Policy, Event Management, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Leadership Development, Program Development, Local Government, Project Management, Non-profits, Grants, Internal Communications, Research, Public Affairs, Project Planning, Political Campaigns, Events, Grassroots Organizing, Speech Writing, Email Marketing, Proposal Writing, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Politics, Lobbying, PowerPoint, Twitter, Writing, Youth Work, Planning and Zoning

Education
The University of South Dakota   1990 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, English/Language Arts Teacher Education

University of South Dakota   1990 — 1995
Bachelor's degree

Myles Kappelman Myles Kappelman Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Myles Kappelman's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience November 2010 - October 2013
Job Former Program Coordinator at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2010 - October 2013
Indianola Development Association   March 2007 - April 2010
Legislative Information Office   September 1998 - March 2007
Iowa Council for International Understanding  September 1997 - September 1998
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)   August 1992 - August 1995

Skills
Community Development, Economic Development, Marketing, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Government, Policy, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Budgets, International Relations, Politics

Education
DeutschAkademie- Wittenbergplatz   2014 — 2014
German Language and Literature, A2

Goethe-Institut in Germany   2010 — 2010
German

University of Northern Iowa   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government

Kansai Gaidai, Hirakata City, Japan   1989 — 1989
Semester Abroad

Nichole Hansen Nichole Hansen Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Nichole Hansen's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Community Investments Team Leader at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   August 2013 - Present
Iowa Association of Regional Councils   May 2009 - August 2013
Iowa Department of Economic Development  November 2005 - May 2009
Iowa Department of Economic Development  January 2002 - November 2005
Iowa Department of Economic Development  August 2000 - January 2002
Region XII Council of Governments  September 1998 - August 2000

Skills
Economic Development, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Community Development, Policy, Government, Program Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Grants, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Program Development

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   1992 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Public Administration

Derek Lord Derek Lord Des Moines, Iowa Details
Derek Lord's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2011 - August 2013
Job Economic Development Director at City of Ankeny
Industry Government Administration
Experience
City of Ankeny  August 2013 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2011 - August 2013
City of Green Bay  August 2006 - March 2011

Skills
Grant Writing, Zoning, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Community Development, Government, Economic Development, Project Planning, Non-profits, Political Campaigns, Policy, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Destination Marketing, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Program Management, Community Organizing

Education
University of Iowa   2004 — 2006
MS, Urban & Regional Planning

Simpson College   1996 — 2000
BA, Business Administration

Jessica O' Riley Jessica O' Riley Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Jessica O' Riley's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2007 - Present
Job Tourism Communication Manager
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2007 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   November 2011 - May 2014
Iowa State Fair  May 1998 - March 2007

Skills
Tourism, Media Relations, Social Media, Blogging, Editing, Facebook, Copywriting, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Networking, Writing, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Leadership

Education
Iowa State University   1994 — 1998
BA, Advertising

Michael Wagler Michael Wagler Des Moines, Iowa Details
Michael Wagler's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience May 2012 - Present
Job State Coordinator, Main Street Iowa
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   May 2012 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 2006 - May 2012
Iowa Economic Development Authority   June 2004 - July 2006
National Trust for Historic Preservation  June 2002 - June 2004

Skills
Downtown Revitalization, Historic Preservation, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Community Development, Urban Planning, Community Economic..., Organizational..., Photography, Graphic Design

Education
Iowa State University   2004 — 2006
MCRP, Community and Regional Planning

Savannah College of Art and Design   2000 — 2004
BFA, Historic Preservation/Architectural History

Jim Engle Jim Engle Des Moines, Iowa Details
Jim Engle's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Director, Iowa Downtown Resource Center at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2014 - Present
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation  July 2011 - January 2014
Wisconsin Department of Commerce  December 1990 - July 2011
Main Street Oskaloosa   July 1986 - December 1990
Upper Iowa University  August 1984 - July 1986

Education
Central College   1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Management

Shawna Lode Shawna Lode Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Shawna Lode's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience September 2010 - Present
Job Manager, Iowa Tourism Office at Iowa Department of Economic Development
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   September 2010 - Present
Iowa Finance Authority  May 2005 - September 2010
Iowa Department of Economic Development  1998 - 2005
Burlington Area Convention and Tourism Bureau   January 1996 - June 1998

Skills
Media Relations, Economic Development, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Fundraising, Event Management, Public Speaking, Community Development, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Government, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Policy, Social Media, Newsletters

Education
Drake University   2006 — 2008
Masters of Communication Leadership, Communications

Buena Vista University   1992 — 1996
BA, Mass Communication

Chris Cataldo Chris Cataldo Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Chris Cataldo's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2004 - Present
Job Program Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2004 - Present

Skills
Economic Development, Workforce Development, Government, Public Policy, Grants

Education
DePaul University   1992 — 1993
Education

University of Iowa   1986 — 1991

Thom Guzman Thom Guzman Des Moines, Iowa Details
Thom Guzman's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 1988 - Present
Job Director, Iowa Downtown Resource Center at IEDA
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 1988 - Present
Downtown Resource Center, IDED   January 1988 - Present
Iowa Department of Economic Development  1988 - Present

Skills
Community Development, Media Relations, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Economic Development, Fundraising, Event Management, Community Outreach, Government, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Leadership, Grants, Public Policy, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office

Education
California State University-East Bay   1969 — 1973
Foreign Languages, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian

Kaley Bangston Kaley Bangston Iowa City, Iowa Area Details
Kaley Bangston's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience July 2013 - September 2014
Job Policy Analyst at MJ Bradley & Associates
Industry Research
Experience
MJ Bradley & Associates   September 2014 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   July 2013 - September 2014
The University of Iowa  January 2012 - May 2013
City of West Des Moines Department of Community and Economic Development   May 2012 - August 2012
Pella Corporation  June 2010 - August 2011
Merritt Research Services   January 2009 - January 2010

Skills
Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Data Analysis, Teaching, SPSS, Leadership, Research, Policy, Public Speaking

Education
University of Iowa   2012 — 2013
Master's degree, Urban and Regional Planning

University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business   2006 — 2010
BBA, Finance

Jeremy Babcock Jeremy Babcock Des Moines, Iowa Details
Jeremy Babcock's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Project Manager Community Development Division at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2012 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   January 2006 - December 2011
Anawim Housing  2002 - 2005

Skills
Economic Development, Community Development, Social Housing, Community Outreach, Local Government, Non-profits, Policy, Grant Writing, Project Management, Government, Public Speaking, Project Planning, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Workforce Development, Training, Program Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Program Development, Public Policy, Grants, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Proposal Writing, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Non-profit..., Historic Preservation

Education
Iowa State University
BS, Community and Regional Planning

Steven Benne Steven Benne Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Steven Benne's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Project Manager at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2015 - Present
Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission   July 2014 - February 2015
CoStar Group  February 2013 - July 2014
Campustown Property Management  October 2011 - August 2012
Iowa State University Alumni Association  October 2009 - June 2012
Area 15 Regional Planning Commission   May 2011 - August 2011
The Byron Company   June 2008 - August 2009

Skills
Leases, Budgets, Tenant, Property, Event Planning, Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Commercial Real Estate, Market Analysis, Community Development, Urban Planning, Public Speaking

Education
Iowa State University   2006 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Community and Regional Planning

McCluer North

Vicky Clinkscales Vicky Clinkscales Des Moines, Iowa Details
Vicky Clinkscales's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience March 2010 - Present
Job Technology Team at Iowa Economic Development Authority
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   March 2010 - Present
Iowa Department of Economic Development  October 2006 - March 2010
Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church  1993 - 1996
Medical Group Management Association  1991 - 1993
Tyndale House Publishers  1984 - 1988

Skills
Non-profits, Project Management, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Government, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Policy, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Fundraising, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Public Policy

Education
Denver Seminary   1988 — 1991
M.A., Counseling/Christian Education

Taylor University   1978 — 1981
B.A., Religion - Christian Education

Cedar Falls High School   1974 — 1977

Rick Groom Rick Groom Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Rick Groom's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience October 2010 - Present
Job System Engineer/Administrator
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Iowa Economic Development Authority   October 2010 - Present
Aviva Life Insurance  February 2009 - November 2010
Iowa State University  March 2006 - January 2009

Skills
Windows Server

Education
Iowa State University   2004 — 2011
MIS, Management of Information System, Computer Science

Brian C. Waller Brian C. Waller Des Moines, Iowa Details
Brian C. Waller's Iowa Economic Development Authority Experience September 2011 - September 2014
Job President at Technology Association of Iowa
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Technology Association of Iowa  September 2014 - Present
Iowa Economic Development Authority   September 2011 - September 2014
Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce   February 2010 - September 2011
Science Center of Iowa  2004 - 2010

Skills
Connector of People, Business Development, Community Outreach, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Project Planning, Customer Service, Economic Development

Education
Colorado State University   2000 — 2003

Buena Vista University   1998 — 2000