Iowa Senate

Description

The Iowa Senate is the upper house of the Iowa General Assembly, United States. There are 50 seats in the Iowa Senate, representing 50 single-member districts across the state of Iowa with populations of approximately 60,927 per constituency, as of the 2010 United States Census. Next election: November 3, 2020; (25 seats) Seat: 50 Parent organization: Iowa General Assembly New session started: January 9, 2017 Length of term: 4 years Political groups: Republican Party, Democratic Party

Iowa Senate List of Employees There's an exhaustive list of past and present employees! Get comprehensive information on the number of employees at Iowa Senate. You can filter them based on skills, years of employment, job, education, department, and prior employment.

Iowa Senate Salaries. You can even request information on how much does Iowa Senate pay if you want to. Learn about salaries, pros and cons of working for Iowa Senate directly from the past employees.

Find People by Employers You can rekindle an old relationship, reconnect with a long-lost friend, former boss, business acquaintance who might be useful in your new line of work. With our employee database, the possibilities are endless. All you have to do is type in a couple of keywords and we'll bring you the exact information you wanted!

48 Iowa Senate employees in database. Find out everything there's to know about Iowa Senate employees. We offer you a great deal of unbiased information from the internal database, personal records, and many other details that might be of interest to you.

Iowa Senate Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Andrew Duffelmeyer Andrew Duffelmeyer Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Andrew Duffelmeyer's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - April 2014
Job Civil Rights Specialist at Iowa Civil Rights Commission
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Iowa Civil Rights Commission  August 2015 - Present
Glazebrook & Moe, LLP   December 2014 - July 2015
Greater Des Moines Partnership  May 2014 - May 2015
ACLU  January 2013 - May 2015
Neal & Bea Smith Legal Clinic   August 2014 - December 2014
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - April 2014
Reporter  October 2008 - September 2012

Skills
Reporting, Analysis, Multimedia, Storytelling, Politics, Breaking News, Ap Style, Blogging, Newspaper, Feature Articles, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Social Media, Editing, Editorial, Video Editing, iMovie, AP Style, Public Policy, Research, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Legal Research, Public Relations

Education
Drake University Law School   2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Certificates in Constitutional Law and Civil Rights, Legislative Practice, and Public Service, 3.43/4.00 (High Honors - Top 25%)

Drake University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree, News/internet journalism and mass communications; Writing

Vicki M. Stogdill Vicki M. Stogdill Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Vicki M. Stogdill's Iowa Senate Experience March 2012 - November 2012
Job Customer Service Representative at DLL
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
DLL  December 2014 - Present
Medi-Fast Health Coach   August 2013 - Present
Billion-Dollar Fortune 100 Company   November 2013 - December 2014
State of Iowa  January 2013 - May 2013
Iowa Senate   March 2012 - November 2012
Strong America Now   November 2010 - January 2012
Stogdill's, Inc.   October 1986 - December 2009

Skills
Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Political Consulting, Business, Microsoft Excel, Graphic Design, Lobbying, Non-profits, Problem Solving, Radio, Video Production, Writing, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Management, InDesign, Community Outreach, Politics, Nonprofits, Illustrator, Event Planning, Government, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Marketing, Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Advertising, Event Management, Community Development, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Research, Social Networking, Policy Analysis, Press Releases, Newsletters, Social Media, Fundraising, Photoshop, Volunteer Management, Media Relations

Education
Des Moines Area Community College   1990 — 2010
Graphic Art

American Institute of Business   1983 — 1985

Allison Vennerberg Allison Vennerberg San Francisco, California Details
Allison Vennerberg's Iowa Senate Experience January 2004 - April 2004
Job Senior Associate at BursonMarsteller
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Burson-Marsteller  March 2014 - Present
GolinHarris  May 2012 - February 2014
Porter Novelli  January 2011 - May 2012
Porter Novelli  February 2010 - January 2011
Kohnstamm Communications  May 2008 - January 2010
Manning Selvage and Lee  January 2008 - May 2008
City of Ames  December 2005 - December 2007
Iowa State University Athletic Media Relations   December 2004 - December 2005
Iowa Senate   January 2004 - April 2004

Skills
Crisis Communications, Cision, Social Media Measurement, Public Relations, Media Outreach, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Message Development, Strategic Public..., Non-profits, Newsletters, New Media, Content Strategy, Email Marketing, Strategic Counsel, Editing, Social Media, Copywriting, Public Affairs, Event Management, Account Management, Press Releases, Reputation Management, Speech Writing, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Social Networking, Corporate Communications, Newspapers, Communications Planning, Spokesperson, Advertising, Campaigns, Nonprofits, Community Development, Storytelling, Digital Media, Internal Communications, Content Development, AP Style, Digital Strategy, Sponsorship, Communication Training, Facebook, Copy Editing, Publicity, Blogging, Corporate Social..., Social Media Marketing

Education
Iowa State University   2004 — 2007
BA, Journalism, Political Science

Stanton High School

Rachael Harms Rachael Harms Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Rachael Harms's Iowa Senate Experience January 2008 - April 2010
Job Partner at At Home DSM
Industry Real Estate
Experience
At Home DSM   January 2014 - Present
RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts  July 2012 - Present
Meredith  April 2010 - December 2011
Iowa Senate   January 2008 - April 2010

Skills
First Time Home Buyers, Negotiation, First Time Home Sellers, Sales, Communication, Customer Service, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, listings, Real Estate, Education, New Home Construction, Listings, Residential Homes, Single Family Homes, Construction, Selling, Sellers, Relocation, New Home Sales, Real Estate Transactions, Investment Properties, Buyers, Investors, Resellers, Foreclosures, Short Sales

Education
Richmond, The American International University in London   2009 — 2009
International Politics

Iowa State University   2006 — 2009
Political Science and English

Larissa Wurm Larissa Wurm Des Moines, Iowa Details
Larissa Wurm's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Drake University Graduate
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Iowa Senate Republican Caucus   May 2014 - Present
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
Pier 1 Imports  June 2013 - February 2014
The Times-Delphic  May 2013 - February 2014
The Times-Delphic  February 2013 - May 2013
Iowa Senate Republican Caucus   January 2013 - May 2013
John Archer for Congress   February 2012 - November 2012
Tom Latham for Congress   February 2012 - June 2012

Skills
Social Media, Press Releases, Public Relations, Politics, Social Networking..., InDesign, Social Networking, Writing, Networking, Event Planning, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Networking Sites, Excel, Word, Outlook, News Writing, Digital Photography, Web Design

Education
Drake University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Public Relations

Chloe Wilson Chloe Wilson Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Chloe Wilson's Iowa Senate Experience January 2010 - March 2010
Job Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Deloitte  August 2013 - Present
George Washington University  August 2012 - May 2013
The Partnership for Food Safety Education   May 2012 - July 2012
Congressman Leonard Boswell   September 2011 - April 2012
George Washington University Colonial Connection   January 2011 - May 2011
HollaBack DC   August 2010 - December 2010
Iowa Senate   January 2010 - March 2010

Education
The George Washington University   2010 — 2013

The George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Becky Beach Becky Beach Des Moines, Iowa Details
Becky Beach's Iowa Senate Experience 1997 - 2007
Job Fund Raiser, Event Planner and Consultant at RSB Associates, Two Rivers Capital, Riverside Partners
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
RSB Associates, Two Rivers Capital, Puppy Jake Foundation and Riverside Partners   January 1994 - Present
Puppy Jake Foundation   February 2013 - Present
Needlepoint Beach   2007 - 2013
Iowa Senate   1997 - 2007
Mrs. George Bush   1978 - 1982

Skills
Fundraising, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Media Relations, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Team Building, Sales, Community Development, Government, Event Management, Politics, Strategic Planning, Grants, Leadership, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Marketing, Budgets, Program Development, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Training, Customer Service, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Social Networking, Coalitions, Coaching, Board Development, Policy, Political Campaigns, Philanthropy, Program Management, Editing, Legislative Relations

Education
Mount Holyoke College   1975 — 1978
BS, Political Science and Government

Dane Nealson Dane Nealson Ames, Iowa Details
Dane Nealson's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - April 2014
Job Field Director at Americans For Prosperity
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Americans for Prosperity  September 2015 - Present
Perry for President, Inc.   February 2015 - August 2015
Republican Party of Story County, Iowa   February 2013 - February 2015
Iowa GOP Senate Majority Fund   October 2013 - November 2014
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - April 2014
NuCara Pharmacy  January 2012 - August 2013
Camp Hertko Hollow   June 2004 - July 2013
Elect Nealson   February 2012 - November 2012
RickPerry.org   September 2011 - January 2012
Pawlenty for President  April 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Organizational..., Political Campaigns, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Event Management, Public Policy, Fundraising, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Public Speaking, Government, Non-profits, Event Planning, Research, Media Relations, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Management, Legislative Relations, Leadership, Grassroots, Customer Service, Coalitions, Nonprofits

Education
Iowa State University   2008 — 2010
B.A., Political Science

Iowa Wesleyan College   2007 — 2008
N/A, Music Education

Muscatine Community College   2004 — 2007
A.A., Music Education

Chelsea Herrmann Chelsea Herrmann Salt Lake City, Utah Details
Chelsea Herrmann's Iowa Senate Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Marketing Coordinator at Henriksen/Butler Design Group
Industry Furniture
Experience
Henriksen Butler  May 2013 - Present
Henriksen/Butler  May 2013 - January 2015
All of Me Literacy   January 2008 - November 2013
Center for the School of the Future   March 2013 - May 2013
Utah State University  September 2012 - May 2013
Iowa Senate   January 2012 - April 2012
Polk County Republican Convention   March 2012 - March 2012
Brigham Young University Chinese Flagship Department   July 2009 - January 2010

Skills
Social Media, Leadership, Photoshop, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Higher Education, Illustrator, Customer Service, Dreamweaver, CSS, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Editing

Education
Utah State University - Jon M. Huntsman School of Business   2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Brigham Young University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Painting

Kenneth Feeney Kenneth Feeney Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area Details
Kenneth Feeney's Iowa Senate Experience January 1989 - November 1990
Job Managing Member at Feeney Research and Consulting, LLC
Industry Research
Experience
Feeney Research and Consulting, LLC   June 2011 - Present
KDF Financial Services, LLC   August 2006 - Present
GMAC Mortgage  August 2003 - April 2005
GE Capital  September 2000 - September 2002
GE Capital  June 1995 - September 2000
GE Capital  November 1990 - June 1995
Iowa Senate   January 1989 - November 1990
United States Army  June 1976 - April 1985

Skills
Six Sigma, Management, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Leadership Development

Education
Dallas Baptist University   1986 — 1988
Pastoral Ministries and English

Madison Dockter Madison Dockter Des Moines, Iowa Details
Madison Dockter's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Recent Graduate
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
MRCI  October 2008 - Present
Drake University Office of Residence Life   August 2014 - May 2015
Hennepin County Medical Center  May 2014 - August 2014
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
Young Women's Resource Center  January 2013 - May 2013
Drake University Student Life Center   November 2011 - May 2013
The Grove Aquatic & Fitness Center   March 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Leadership, Social Networking, Problem Solving, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Social Media, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Critical Thinking, Newsletters, PowerPoint, Facebook, Photoshop, Publicity, Team Leadership, Mac, Research, Blogging, Editing, AP Style, InDesign, iMovie, Teamwork, Time Management, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Tumblr, Journalism, Speech Writing, News Writing, Adobe Creative Suite

Education
Drake University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, Politics, 3.85

Simley High School   2007 — 2011
4.0

Tyler Ackerson Tyler Ackerson Des Moines, Iowa Details
Tyler Ackerson's Iowa Senate Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Assistant to the Administrator at Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division   January 2015 - Present
Braley for Iowa  April 2014 - November 2014
Iowa Democratic Party  March 2013 - April 2014
Link Strategies  January 2013 - March 2013
Iowa Democratic Party  June 2012 - November 2012
Iowa Senate   January 2012 - April 2012
University of Iowa  August 2007 - December 2011
Iowa Senate   January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Volunteer Management, Political Campaigns, Fundraising, Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Politics, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Legal Writing, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Time Management, Political Science, Research, Press Releases, Video Editing, Public Speaking, Spanish, Grassroots Organizing, Public Relations

Education
University of Iowa   2007 — 2011
BA, Journalism, Political Science

Brandon Geib Brandon Geib Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Brandon Geib's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - April 2014
Job InHouse Counsel at Analytics Media Group
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Analytics Media Group  November 2014 - Present
Cornerstone Government Affairs  August 2014 - Present
LinkStrategies   May 2014 - November 2014
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - April 2014
Iowa Secretary of State  May 2013 - September 2013
Iowa Attorney General's Office  May 2012 - September 2012
United Kingdom Parliament  September 2010 - December 2010
Iowa Governor's Office  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Networking, Research, Editing, Politics, Leadership, SPSS, Windows, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Time Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Public Relations

Education
Drake University Law School   2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Legislative Practice/Corporate Law

Central College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, English Minor

London Metropolitan University   2010 — 2010
English, Political Science

Kellee Mullen Kellee Mullen Des Moines, Iowa Details
Kellee Mullen's Iowa Senate Experience January 2008 - April 2008
Job Resarch Associate at Kemin Industries
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Kemin Industries (Food Technologies)   February 2013 - Present
Iowa State University  August 2011 - December 2012
DuPont Pioneer  March 2009 - August 2011
Iowa  May 2008 - November 2008
Iowa Senate   January 2008 - April 2008

Skills
Leadership, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Teaching, Science, Training, Research, Microbiology, Event Planning, Laboratory, Community Outreach, Life Sciences, Strategic Planning, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, PCR

Education
Iowa State University   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology

University of Northern Iowa   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History and International Policy

Bryan Sievers Bryan Sievers Davenport, Iowa Area Details
Bryan Sievers's Iowa Senate Experience 2003 - 2005
Job Chief Operating Officer at Sievers Family Farms, LLC
Industry Food Production
Experience
Agricultural and Commodity Services, LLC   December 2011 - Present
AgriReNew   November 2011 - Present
Sievers Family Farms, LLC   March 2010 - Present
Precision Farming Services, LLC   2010 - Present
Glenora Feed Yard, LLC   March 1991 - Present
Bryan and Lisa Sievers Farming Operation   January 1984 - Present
Iowa Senate   2003 - 2005
Iowa House of Representatives  2001 - 2003
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Internal Study Committee   January 1999 - January 2000
Iowa Farm Bureau's Internal Study Committee   January 1998 - January 2000

Skills
Beef, Renewable Energy, Farms, Agriculture, Operations Management, Agribusiness, Grain, Agronomy, Animal Nutrition, Corn, Biomass, Crop Protection, Soil, Waste, Food Industry, Agricultural Production, Crop, Commodity, Wheat, Dairy, Sustainable Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Biofuels, Food, Food Processing, Soybean, Contract Farming, Precision Agriculture, Alternative Energy, Economic Development, Sustainability, Food Safety, Seed Production, Livestock, Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing, Poultry, Swine, Rural Development, Environmental Awareness, Water Quality, Agricultural Law, Ingredients, Ranch, Cattle, Vegetables, Animal Husbandry, Fruit, Animal Welfare, Organic Farming

Education
Iowa State University   1977 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business

Bennett Community School   1964 — 1977

Stuart L. Higgins Stuart L. Higgins Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Stuart L. Higgins's Iowa Senate Experience January 2010 - April 2010
Job Attorney at Higgins Law Firm, PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Higgins Law Firm, PLLC   October 2011 - Present
Humphrey Law Firm   May 2010 - October 2011
Drake University Legal Clinic  August 2010 - January 2011
Iowa Senate   January 2010 - April 2010
Iowa Civil Rights Commission  February 2009 - April 2010
Kiple, Denefe, Beaver, Gardner & Zingg L.L.P.   May 2009 - August 2009

Education
Drake University Law School   2008 — 2011

University of Iowa   2004 — 2008
B.A., Political Science, Spanish

Charles Larson Charles Larson Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Charles Larson's Iowa Senate Experience November 2002 - November 2006
Job Partner at Larson, Shannahan, Slifka Group
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Larson, Shannahan, Slifka Group   March 2006 - Present
US Army Reserve  September 1987 - Present
U.S. Department of State   January 2008 - January 2009
Iowa Senate   November 2002 - November 2006
The ESCO Group  June 1999 - June 2006
US Army  February 2004 - February 2005
Republican Party of Iowa  January 2001 - January 2005
Iowa State House   November 1992 - November 2002
Jones County   August 1997 - June 1999

Skills
Aviation, Army, Command, Community Development, Community Outreach, Corporate Communications, Criminal Law, Crisis Communications, Defense, Crisis Management, Editing, Economic Development, Grassroots Organizing, Government, International Relations, Leadership, Leadership Development, Legal Research, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Litigation, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Message Development, Military, National Security, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Policy, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Political Consulting, Press Releases, Project Management, Project Planning, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Politics, Event Planning, Event Management, Strategic Planning

Education
University of Iowa College of Law   1993 — 1996
1996, Law

University of Iowa
BA Economics, Economics

Brooke Beatty Brooke Beatty Chicago, Illinois Details
Brooke Beatty's Iowa Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Chicago Quarter Mentor at DePaul University
Industry
Experience
The Office of United States Senator Charles Grassley   June 2015 - Present
DePaul University  March 2015 - Present
Iowa Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
7 Flags Athletic Center   June 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Social Media, Leadership, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Political Communication, Adaptation, Public Relations, Writing, Volunteering, Organization Skills

Education
DePaul University   2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations and Advertising and Public Policy, 3.968

Alexandra Schmitt Alexandra Schmitt Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Alexandra Schmitt's Iowa Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Advocacy Associate at Human Rights Watch
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Human Rights Watch  July 2015 - Present
United Nations Foundation  November 2014 - July 2015
United Nations Foundation  April 2014 - November 2014
International Crisis Group  May 2013 - March 2014
Arms Control Association  January 2013 - May 2013
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission  May 2012 - August 2012
Iowa Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
London Borough of Newham  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Policy, Legal Writing, Research, Legal Research, Advocacy, Writing, Managing Database, Spanish-speaking, Grant Monitoring, Office Administration, Strategic Communications, Appointment Scheduling, Travel Arrangements, Event Planning, Customer Service, International Relations, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Fundraising

Education
Grinnell College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Political Science

DIS: Danish Institute for Study Abroad   2011 — 2011
Migration and Conflict: Integration Policy in Europe

TASIS The American School in England   2005 — 2009
Secondary School

Carolyn Lappin Carolyn Lappin Tracy, Iowa Details
Carolyn Lappin's Iowa Senate Experience January 2005 - April 2005
Job Sales Representative at Tassel Ridge Winery
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Tassel Ridge Winery  May 2012 - Present
System Transport  April 2011 - November 2011
WorldWide ISCS  February 2006 - April 2011
Iowa State University  March 2005 - January 2006
Iowa Senate   January 2005 - April 2005
Claire's Boutiques  March 2004 - March 2005

Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Sales, Negotiation

Education
Iowa State University, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences   2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts w/ Distinction, Sociology, Political Science

University of Newcastle   2003 — 2003
Regents Semester Abroad

Janet Petersen Janet Petersen Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Janet Petersen's Iowa Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job State Senator, Iowa Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Senate   January 2013 - Present
Healthy Birth Day   2008 - Present
Iowa House of Representatives  January 2001 - Present
Self Employed  August 2001 - 2008
Strategic America  May 1997 - August 2001
American Heart Association  June 1989 - May 1997

Skills
Public Speaking, Budgets, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Policy, Legislative Relations, Fundraising, Public Relations, Government, Economic Development, Nonprofits, Advertising, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Coalitions, Grants, Grant Writing, Community Development, Political Campaigns, Research, Public Policy, Media Relations, Volunteer Management, Team Building, Leadership, Politics, Program Development, Leadership Development, Legislation, Political Consulting, Litigation, Policy Analysis, Speech Writing, State Government

Education
Drake University   1997 — 1999
M.A., Integrated Communications

University of Northern Iowa   1988 — 1992
BA, Communication/Public Relations

Nicole Woodroffe Nicole Woodroffe Clermont, Florida Details
Nicole Woodroffe's Iowa Senate Experience December 2010 - September 2012
Job Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Woodroffe Sawmill, Inc.   January 2015 - Present
United States Army Reserve  January 2007 - Present
Capitol Strategies Group, Inc   January 2014 - May 2014
Iowa Senate   December 2010 - September 2012
VentureNet Iowa   May 2009 - January 2010
George Wilson Law Office   May 2009 - January 2010
Woodroffe Sawmill, Inc   January 2000 - January 2006

Skills
Political Science, International Law, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Government, Policy Analysis, Army, Public Speaking, Research, Litigation, Public Policy, Military Justice, Politics, Administrative Law, Policy, Legislation, Legal Assistance, Crisis Management, Legal Advice, Community Development, Trials, National Security, Public Affairs, Fundraising, Criminal Law, Nonprofits, Grassroots, Public Relations, Leadership, Social Media, Event Planning

Education
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School   2011 — 2011
Military Law

Drake University Law School   2007 — 2010
Juris Doctor, Legislative Practice, Business Law

Study Abroad   2008 — 2008
International Law

Iowa State University   2002 — 2006
BA, Political Science

Mary Anastasia Ward Mary Anastasia Ward Bellingham, Washington Area Details
Mary Anastasia Ward's Iowa Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Currently Searching for a Career in Apparel Design
Industry Design
Experience
Whitfield & Eddy, P.L.C.   August 2014 - September 2015
Iowans for Shaw - Congressional Campaign   April 2014 - June 2014
Iowa House of Representatives  January 2014 - April 2014
Stomping Grounds  September 2011 - August 2013
Michael Kors  May 2012 - August 2012
International Students and Scholars Office - ISU   October 2010 - December 2011
Iowa Senate   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Fashion Illustration, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sewing, InDesign, Organization, Event Planning, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Fashion Design, Patterning, Draping, Fashion Forecasting, Technical Design, Aesthetics and Brand..., Design, Merchandising, Time Management, Visual Merchandising, Nation Builder, Aristotle 360, Political Campaigns, Scheduling, Press Releases, People Skills, Networking

Education
Iowa State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelors of Human Sciences, Creative Apparel Design

Ashley Zitzner Ashley Zitzner Iowa City, Iowa Area Details
Ashley Zitzner's Iowa Senate Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Community Building Manager at United Way of East Central Iowa
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
City of Iowa City  January 2014 - Present
City of Iowa City  May 2014 - August 2014
United States Attorney's Office  June 2012 - May 2013
Pizza Hut  September 2008 - June 2012
Iowa Senate   January 2012 - April 2012
Iowa Senate   August 2011 - January 2012
The University of Iowa Pharmaceuticals  October 2007 - December 2008

Skills
Team Leadership, Community Outreach, Community Development, Business Communications, GIS Application, Multitasker, Leadership, Teamwork, Management, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Affordable Housing, Historic Preservation, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Community Engagement

Education
University of Iowa   2013 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Urban and Regional Planning

University of Iowa   2007 — 2012
Bachelor Degree, International Studies

Travis Inghram Travis Inghram Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Travis Inghram's Iowa Senate Experience January 2015 - May 2015
Job Student Attorney at Drake Legal Clinic
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Drake Legal Clinic  January 2015 - May 2015
Iowa Senate   January 2015 - May 2015
Iowa State Public Defender  June 2014 - August 2014
Drake Law SBA   September 2013 - March 2014
Liberty Tax Service  January 2013 - July 2013
Southeastern Community College  August 2012 - August 2012
University of Iowa  August 2011 - January 2012
Hometown Car Wash & Mini Storage   June 2004 - August 2011
McGregor's Furniture  April 2006 - September 2009

Skills
Public Speaking, Tax Preparation, Politics, Political Philosophy, American History, Tax, Latin, Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Time Management, Access, Critical Thinking, History, Research, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Mathematics, Criminal Law, Mediation, International Law, Legislation, Family Law, Tax Law

Education
Drake University Law School   2013 — 2015
Doctor of Jurisprudence, Law

University of Iowa   2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, History, Ethics & Public Policy, Philosophy; Minor in Ancient Civilizations

Southeastern Community College   2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts, General

Brad Hopkins Brad Hopkins Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Brad Hopkins's Iowa Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
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

jena zaputil jena zaputil Independence, Iowa Details
jena zaputil's Iowa Senate Experience February 2012 - May 2012
Job Assistant County Attorney at Buchanan County Attorney's Office
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Buchanan County Attorney's Office   July 2012 - Present
Rust Consulting, Inc.   January 2012 - September 2012
Iowa Senate   February 2012 - May 2012
Drake Legal Clinic  January 2011 - May 2011
Drake Legal Clinic  August 2010 - December 2010
Black Hawk County Attorney's Office   June 2010 - August 2010
Frerich's Law Office   June 2009 - August 2009
Swisher and Cohrt P.L.C   June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Criminal Law, Depositions, Family Law, Hearings, Legal Assistance, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Issues, Litigation, Research, Westlaw, Trials

Education
Drake University Law School   2008 — 2011
Juris Doctorate

Wartburg College   2004 — 2008
B.A., Business Administration; Management

Demaree Donaghu Demaree Donaghu Des Moines, Iowa Details
Demaree Donaghu's Iowa Senate Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Account Executive at LS2group
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
LS2group  April 2015 - Present
LS2group  November 2013 - Present
LS2Group  November 2012 - November 2013
Organizing for America  April 2012 - November 2012
Iowa Senate   January 2012 - April 2012
Lenoch and Cilek Commercial Supply   June 2010 - December 2011
Democratic Research Staff   January 2011 - May 2011
University of Iowa Main Library  September 2008 - July 2010
Hy-Vee  August 2004 - August 2007

Skills
Public Speaking, Research, Event Planning, Legislative Relations, Editing, Social Media, Political Science, Political Campaigns, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Volunteer Management, Newsletters, Policy

Education
University of Iowa   2007 — 2011
B.S, Political Science, History

Katie DeLaughter Katie DeLaughter Des Moines, Iowa Details
Katie DeLaughter's Iowa Senate Experience 2012 - 2012
Job Designer at Marc Kris Modern Homes
Industry Design
Experience
Marc Kris Modern Homes   December 2014 - Present
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  April 2014 - November 2014
IP Pathways  February 2012 - April 2014
Iowa Senate   2012 - 2012
DCM  September 2010 - September 2011

Skills
Cisco Technologies, Data Center, Virtualization, VMware, Cloud Computing

Education
Buena Vista University   2004 — 2008
Marketing and Finance

Jamie Fitzgerald Jamie Fitzgerald Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Jamie Fitzgerald's Iowa Senate Experience 1995 - June 2002
Job Polk County Auditor
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Polk County  January 2007 - Present
Polk County  June 2002 - January 2007
Iowa Senate   1995 - June 2002

Skills
Non-profits, Local Government Finance, Research, Public Speaking, Performance Auditing, Policy, Team Building, Legal Writing, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Politics, Legislation, Event Planning, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Training, Local Government, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Speech Writing, Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Tax, Volunteer Management, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Fundraising, Government Auditing, Grassroots Organizing, Microsoft Excel, Political Consulting, Management, Strategic Communications

Education
Iowa State University   1992 — 1994
BA

Iowa Central Community College   1990 — 1992
AA

John H. Poepsel John H. Poepsel Houston, Texas Details
John H. Poepsel's Iowa Senate Experience August 1996 - January 1997
Job Competency Advisor at National Oilwell Varco
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
National Oilwell Varco  March 2014 - Present
National Oilwell Varco  April 2012 - Present
National Oilwell Varco  November 2010 - April 2012
Independent Petroleum Association of America  January 2009 - October 2010
International Republican Institute  April 1999 - August 2007
Council Bluffs Iowa Chamber of Commerce   April 1997 - April 1999
Iowa Senate   August 1996 - January 1997
Republican Party of Iowa  June 1995 - August 1996
Pete Wilson for President   January 1995 - June 1995
Harris County (Texas) Judge Jon Lindsay   June 1993 - January 1995

Skills
Organizational..., Oilfield, Drilling, Oil & Gas Industry, Change Management, International..., Democracy and Governance, Public Relations

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Cara Conrad Cara Conrad Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Details
Cara Conrad's Iowa Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Business Initiatives Project Manager
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
INTL FCStone Inc.  July 2014 - Present
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  July 2013 - June 2014
Iowa Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
Grant Thornton LLP  June 2011 - February 2012
Iowa Department of Economic Development  November 2003 - November 2010
Deloitte  June 1999 - October 2001
Volunteer  1990 - 1991

Skills
Economic Development, Government, Strategy, Business Development, Leadership, Community Development, Policy, Program Management

Education
Miami University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management Information Systems, General

West Des Moines Valley High School

Caleb Hunter Caleb Hunter Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Caleb Hunter's Iowa Senate Experience December 2008 - December 2010
Job Deputy Director
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Department of Administrative Services  January 2011 - Present
Iowa Senate   December 2008 - December 2010
Republican Party of Iowa  February 2008 - December 2008
Lincoln Strategies Group   April 2007 - February 2008

Education
University of Iowa   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government

Dotzler, Bill Dotzler, Bill Waterloo, Iowa Area Details
Dotzler, Bill's Iowa Senate Experience January 2007 - Present
Job Assistant Majority Leader of Iowa State Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Senate   January 2007 - Present
Iowa legislature  January 2003 - Present
Iowa legislature  January 1997 - December 2002

Skills
Economic Development, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Policy, Community Development, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Politics, Legislative Relations, Program Development, Fundraising, Government, Event Planning, Public Relations, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Non-profits, Research, Legislation, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Planning, Grants, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Program Management, International Relations, Leadership Development, Social Media, Public Affairs, Political Consulting, Editing, State Government, Grassroots, Coalitions, Political Science, Microsoft Word

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1973 — 1975
Bachelor's degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Barbara Petersen-Fox Barbara Petersen-Fox Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Barbara Petersen-Fox's Iowa Senate Experience 1986 - 1986
Job Licensed Independent Social Worker
Industry Education Management
Experience
Des Moines Public Schools  August 1994 - Present
Mercy  June 2012 - April 2014
Counseling for Growth and Change   October 1997 - October 2001
Broadlawns Medical Center  June 1993 - May 1996
Johnston Middle School  August 1991 - May 1992
Iowa House of Representatives  January 1991 - May 1991
Iowa Democratic Party  July 1990 - November 1990
Iowa Senate   1986 - 1986

Skills
NOVA Trained, Special Education, Adolescents, Adults, Educational Leadership, Treatment, Group Therapy, Teaching, School Social Work, Parenthood, Family Therapy, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Program Development, Mental Health Counseling

Education
University of Iowa   1991 — 1994
Master's Degree, Social Work

University of Northern Iowa   1986 — 1990
BA, Political Science

University of Montana   1988 — 1989
Political Science

Université catholique de Lyon   1988 — 1988
French Language and Literature

Eric Bakker Eric Bakker Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Eric Bakker's Iowa Senate Experience December 2001 - Present
Job Senior AA to Iowa Senate Majority Leader
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Iowa Senate   December 2001 - Present

Education
Iowa State University   1985 — 1990
BA

Bridget Godes Bridget Godes Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Bridget Godes's Iowa Senate Experience September 2001 - Present
Job Senior Policy Analyst at Iowa Senate
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Iowa Senate   September 2001 - Present
Youth For Understanding  December 2000 - September 2001
Iowa Democratic Party  March 2000 - December 2000
University of Northern Iowa  1997 - 1999

Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Legislation, Policy, Politics, Government, Coalitions, Economic Development, Political Consulting, Political Communication, Public Affairs, Grassroots

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1997 — 1999
Political Communications and Rhetoric

University of Northern Iowa   1993 — 1997
Communications

Sara Eide Sara Eide Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Sara Eide's Iowa Senate Experience 1997 - 2000
Job Director of Advocacy at Mercy Health Network
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Mercy Health Network  March 2011 - Present
All Children Matter - Iowa   February 2008 - December 2008
Iowa Catholic Conference   2000 - 2007
Iowa Senate   1997 - 2000
Working Boys Center, Quito, Ecuador   1995 - 1997

Skills
Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Leadership, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Fundraising, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Policy, Program Development, Politics, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Government, Public Speaking, Legislation, Grants

Education
Drake University   1998 — 2001
MPA, Public Administration

University of Iowa   1991 — 1995
BA, Political Science and Spanish

Wahlert High School   1987 — 1991

Nathan Lein Nathan Lein Waterloo, Iowa Area Details
Nathan Lein's Iowa Senate Experience January 1994 - April 1994
Job President at Big Boy Meats LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Big Boy Meats LLC   August 2012 - Present
Fayette County  April 2002 - Present
Lein Lincolns and Corriedales   September 2001 - Present
City of Oelwein   April 2008 - January 2012
Iowa Environmental Council  July 2006 - February 2008
State of Iowa  September 2001 - March 2002
Iowa Senate   January 1994 - April 1994

Skills
Government Relations, Criminal Law, Animal Husbandry, Policy, Agriculture, Environmental, Water, Family Law, Advocacy, Public Policy, Rural Development, Politics, Juvenile Law, Environmental Policy, Criminal Prosecution, Farms, Legal Research, Construction Law, Mediation, Legislative Relations, Courts, Litigation, Hearings, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Estate Planning, Criminal Justice, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Research

Education
Valparaiso University School of Law   1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor, Law

Vermont Law School   1999 — 2001
Master's of Studies in Environmental Law, Envrionmental Law and Policy, Pollution Prevention and Abatement

Luther College   1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy

Waldorf College   1994 — 1996
Associate in Arts, Philosophy

Ember Muhlbauer Ember Muhlbauer Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Ember Muhlbauer's Iowa Senate Experience January 2004 - May 2006
Job Program Assistant at Iowa State University
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Iowa State University  August 2007 - Present
Iowa Senate   January 2004 - May 2006

Education
Iowa State University   2002 — 2006
B.S., Journalism Mass Communications-Public Relations

Sue Foecke Sue Foecke Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Sue Foecke's Iowa Senate Experience January 2005 - Present
Job Democratic Research Analyst at State of Iowa
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Iowa Senate   January 2005 - Present
Iowa Democratic Party  March 2004 - December 2004
Gephardt for President 2004   May 2003 - January 2004
Iowa Democratic Party  August 2002 - January 2003

Skills
Community Development, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Government, Politics, Political Consulting, Policy, Coalitions, Legislation, Political Communication, Legislative Relations, Political Science, Grassroots

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1998 — 2002
BA, Political Communication

Hannah Garden-Monheit Hannah Garden-Monheit Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Hannah Garden-Monheit's Iowa Senate Experience December 2008 - September 2011
Job Law Clerk at Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals  June 2014 - Present
Brennan Center for Justice  August 2013 - September 2013
Jenner & Block  June 2013 - July 2013
Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago  June 2012 - August 2012
Iowa Senate   December 2008 - September 2011
Palmer for State Representative   May 2008 - November 2008
Iowa House of Representatives  January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Legal Writing, Government, Policy, Microsoft Office, Legal Research, Legislation, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Political Science

Education
University of Chicago Law School   2011 — 2014
J.D.

Grinnell College   2004 — 2007
B.A., Political Science, French

Kayla Burkhiser Reynolds Kayla Burkhiser Reynolds Des Moines, Iowa Details
Kayla Burkhiser Reynolds's Iowa Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Law Clerk at Roxanne Conlin and Associates
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Roxanne Conlin and Associates   August 2014 - Present
Iowa Legal Aid  March 2014 - August 2014
Peace Corps  March 2011 - May 2013
Roman Catholic Diocese of Des Moines  October 2008 - January 2011
Iowa Rescare   May 2008 - October 2008
Iowa Senate   January 2008 - May 2008
U.S. House of Representatives   August 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Non-profits, Volunteer Management, International..., Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Youth Development, Community Development, Program Development, Grants, Fundraising, Program Evaluation, Capacity Building, Spanish, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, International Relations, NGOs, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Outlook, Microsoft Excel

Education
Drake University Law School   2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.), 3L

Simpson College   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Religion, Women's Studies, Political Science

Becky Roorda Becky Roorda Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Becky Roorda's Iowa Senate Experience 1980 - 1985
Job Coowner at Trailside Rentals
Industry
Experience
Trailside Rentals   April 2012 - Present
ISU Plant Pathology Department   1998 - 2001
Iowa Medical Society  1985 - 1997
Iowa Senate   1980 - 1985

Skills
Grant Writing, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Research, Event Planning, Fundraising, Public Policy, Volunteering, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Grants, Community Development, Social Media, Customer Service, Policy

Education
Iowa State University   1997 — 2001
Plant pathology, genetics

Drake University
MBA, General Management

Iowa State University   1973 — 1978
B.S., Economics

Matt Everson Matt Everson Des Moines, Iowa Details
Matt Everson's Iowa Senate Experience September 2008 - January 2009
Job Consultant at Next Generation Public Affairs
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Next Generation Public Affairs   November 2013 - Present
Lone Rock Strategies, LLC   September 2012 - November 2013
National Association of Broadcasters  July 2010 - August 2012
Iowa Senate   September 2008 - January 2009
US Department of the Treasury  August 2003 - September 2008
U.S. Senator Gordon H. Smith   December 2002 - August 2003
Oregon Victory 2002   August 2002 - December 2002
U.S. Senator Gordon H. Smith   July 2001 - August 2002

Skills
Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Government, Media Relations, Public Relations, Legislative Relations, Leadership, Public Affairs, Coalitions, Nonprofits

Education
University of Portland   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Communication

Carrie (Kobrinetz) Malone Carrie (Kobrinetz) Malone Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Carrie (Kobrinetz) Malone's Iowa Senate Experience January 2010 - April 2010
Job Research Analyst at Iowa House of Representatives
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Iowa House of Representatives  September 2012 - Present
Kum & Go  March 2010 - May 2011
Eide & Heisinger   May 2009 - May 2011
Drake University Legal Clinic  August 2010 - January 2011
Iowa Senate   January 2010 - April 2010
Iowa Board of Educational Examiners   May 2009 - December 2009
BNSF Railway  May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Policy, Research, Administrative Law, Analysis, Hearings, Strategy, Newsletters, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Editing

Education
Drake University Law School   2008 — 2011
Legislative Practice Certificate, Legislative Practice and Health Law

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, History