40 under 40 - The Messenger

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FORTYUNDER
GET TI NG PER SONAL WITH 40 IN F LU ENTIAL
PEOP LE UN DER TH E AGE OF 40.
An advertising supplement of
Sunday,October 28, 2007
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The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa
Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007
40 Under 40 index:
Photos by Kim Helmick
Community leaders come in all shapes, sizes and of course, ages.
Just a few short months ago, we recruited readers of The Messenger to
nominate their peers, family members, friends and neighbors whom
they feel are outstanding community leaders to be honored in our third
annual special section Forty Under 40.
Fort Dodge and it’s surrounding communities should feel honored
that they boast so many youthful leaders as we were inundated with
nominations of those considered to be current or up-and-coming community ambassadors.
Narrowing the field of candidates down to only 40 was a difficult task.
But as you can see, the age of leadership has no boundaries as we
found leaders in their mid-20’s and those that are nearing the 40 year
mark.
The level of community involvement collectively held by this year’s
Forty Under 40 candidates is staggering. Many are highly involved with
their children’s activities, are board members to major organizations
and a few have even created and instituted their own professional
organizations. The level of serving their communities is never ending.
Please join us in congratulating the 2007 Forty Under 40 honorees for
all of their hard work, dedication and community involvement.
Dr. W. Ben Acree .
Troy D Anderson .
Kristen Arkland . .
Matt Axness . . . . .
Travis Becher . . . .
Stacey Bochart . .
Shannon Bushman
Chrisann Campbell
Ryan Cripe . . . . . .
Amy Donahe . . . .
Deb Gibson . . . . .
Rochelle Green . .
Luke Grove . . . . . .
Alison Hade . . . . .
Michelle Jakeman .
Aaron Jobe . . . . .
Dr. Erik Knox . . . .
Jayne Kolacia . . . .
Danielle Krass . . . .
Anna Miller . . . . . .
Sheri Morud . . . . .
Nik Moser . . . . . . .
Suzanne Newton .
Rick Pederson . . .
Kim Peimann . . . .
Ian Peterson . . . . .
Nissa Ray . . . . . . .
Rick Rude . . . . . . .
Mark Sharpe . . . . .
Amy Skramstad . .
Elizabeth Stanek .
Jason Swedlund .
Angie Tracy . . . . .
John Ueltschy . . .
Molly Varangkounh
Chance Walker . . .
Roger Williams . . .
Sgt. Matt Wilson . .
Chad Wood . . . . . .
Ryan Zwiefel . . . . .
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CITY OF RESIDENCE: Fort Dodge.
HOMETOWN: Frederick, Maryland (birthplace).
AGE: 37
FAMILY: Wife Tabitha Acree, sons Ashton (7) and Caleb (5).
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Acree Chiropractic Clinic, Fort Dodge;
State of Nevada Industrial Injury Impairment Rating Specialist.
JOB TITLE: Doctor of Chiropractic
EDUCATION: St. Edmond High School (‘88); Bachelors of Science (Biology)
College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina; EMT-basic certification,
Charleston, SC; Doctorate of Chiropractic, Cleveland Chiropractic College,
Kansas City, Missouri; Certificates in: Whiplash and Brain Injury
Traumatology through Spine Research Institute of San Diego, American
Board of Independent Chiropractic Examiners, American Academy of
Expert Medical Evaluators and Class IV Laser Therapy.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Fort Dodge Noon Sertoma, Fort Dodge Young
Professionals, Supporting kids’ sports teams.
FUTURE GOALS: Continue to grow my Chiropractic practice and take my
sons on Ragbrai.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING?
Spend time with family and friends. I also cycle and spend time at Twin
Lakes.
THREE THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE YOU
WORK OR LIVE:
1. The friendliness and values of the people here makes it a great place to
raise a family. It is why my wife and I moved here from Las Vegas.
2. I am very thankful that my parents, sister and her family live here in town.
3. I really appreciate all the friends we have made here in Fort Dodge.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY
WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. I would like to see expansion of the trail system, particularly along the Des
Moines river.
2. Progression of Fort Dodge along the direction outlined in Envision 2030.
3. My sons play different sports such as baseball and soccer. I am amazed at
how many people turn out at the soccer fields on Saturdays. I would like to see
continued growth of the various activities for children and continued expansion
of the facilities where these activities take place.
BEST ADVICE SOMEONE ELSE HAS GIVEN YOU:
“Live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”
Dr. W. Benjamin Acree
W. Benjamin Acree
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Troy D. Anderson
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Fort Dodge
HOMETOWN: Fort Dodge
AGE: 32
FAMILY: Wife Wendy, Son Chase & Daughter Laurynn
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: RE/MAX of Fort Dodge
JOB TITLE: Realtor/ Associate
EDUCATION: Graduate of Fort Dodge Senior High 1993/ Field Training school in
Texas 1995.
Troy D. Anderson
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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Young Professionals of Fort Dodge, Member of St.
Olaf’s Church, Volunteer at Fall Fest.
FUTURE GOALS: To receive my Real estate Brokers license, CRS & GRI
designations. To become a Co-Owner of RE/MAX of Fort Dodge, Inc.
Farmers Bowling league, Golf, Spend time with my children, Help friends on
home projects.
THREE THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK OR
LIVE:
1. Diversity of the people that live in and near Fort Dodge.
2. I have great co-workers who are positive and energetic. They help to set high
standards for me to strive towards.
3. I was born and raised here in Fort Dodge and have many great memories of
this community.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY WHERE
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. I would like to see more young people return to work and start their own business
here after college because it is such a great place to raise a family!
2. I would like to see the streets improved around town, this has a great impact on possible new comers to our communities.
3. I would love to see more safe entertainment options for our young people in high
school and college. This is an area where we can help kids create stronger community
bonds and make our neighborhoods better and safer in the near future.
Never Regret - If it’s good it’s wonderful; if it’s bad it’s experience.
NAME: Kristen Arkland
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Webster City
HOMETOWN: Webster City
AGE: 36
FAMILY: Mark (husband), Austin (14 yrs son), Brandon (12 yrs son),
and Allison (5 yrs daughter) Arkland
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fort Dodge Residential Correctional Facility (RCF)
JOB TITLE: Probation/Parole Officer II
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts through Buena Vista University (Major-Secondary
Teaching (History), with 2 minors (Psychology and Political Science)
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Church of Christ, Webster City-volunteer in the baby
room and helped teach Wednesday night Prime Time last year. Brandon is
involved in the Webster City Soccer Association. (I helped in the concession
stand for soccer). Austin plays football for the Webster City Lynx. (I am a proud
supporter who never misses his football games.) I am taking a college course to
learn Spanish so that I can communicate more efficiently with some of my clientele.
FUTURE GOALS: I want to continue to learn and grow. I want to care for those
around me. I want to grow in my faith and I want my children to learn from my
mistakes, yet be able to make their own and learn from them. I am happy
where I am at in my career. I am very lucky to enjoy going to work everyday. I
am very blessed to work with such dedicated, bright, experienced people on a
daily basis.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? I spend time with my family. I
take Allison to the park, go to the movies with Austin and Brandon, and meet my
dad for doughnuts on Saturdays. Mark fixes supper every Sunday night and our
friends, Denise and Angie, come over with their children. I love to go to garage
sales with my friend, Lisa.
THREE THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. I like the people I work with at the RCF. We are a team. I could not do my job
without my co-workers and my supervisor. They deserve this recognition more
than I do.
2. I enjoy working with my clients and watching them succeed.
3. Webster City is my hometown. I love the small town atmosphere. I love that
people say hi to each other and it only takes a minute to get to the grocery store.
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. Fort Dodge will soon have a new residential correctional facility that will house
up to 60 men and women. In addition, there will be many opportunities to educate
inmates on substance abuse and cognitive thinking skills. A lot of hard work and dedication by my Supervisors and Director have gone into making this project a reality.
2. I would like to see Webster City have a “Wheels for Work” program.
3. I love how nice the main street looks in Webster City. I am proud that people have chosen to invest in Webster City and open up new businesses. I hope that commitment and
dedication continues to grow.
Invest in your children.
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS:
We are all human and all have made mistakes. It is what you learn from those mistakes that
makes a difference.
Kristen Arkland
Kristen Arkland
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Matt Axness
HOMETOWN: Badger, IA
AGE: 38
FAMILY: Wife: Jennifer, 3 Children: Brooke, Brady and Bryson
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Matt’s Tire Service
JOB TITLE: Business Owner
EDUCATION: 1987 FDSH graduate
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
Member of Holy Trinity Parish, Member of the Fort Dodge
Chamber of Commerce, and Better Business Bureau
FUTURE GOALS:
Expand my business to get into some mechanical work along
with tires. Hire more employees.
I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing
and riding my Harley.
Matt Axness
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WORK OR LIVE:
1. Loyal and repeat customers.
2. Our good public and parochial school systems.
3. Living in a family oriented, kid friendly neighborhood.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE
COMMUNITY WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. Having all customers shop local.
2. Keeping the Oleson Park Zoo open.
3. Building a water park for the residents of Fort Dodge to enjoy.
Live by the Golden Rule: To treat others the way you want to be treated and always provide customer satisfaction.
Believe in yourself and don’t be afraid to pursue your goals. If you don’t
try, you will always wonder what might have been.
Travis Becher
AGE: 28
FAMILY: My parents are Cindi and Larry; and my sister - Tiffany.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: La’James International College
JOB TITLE: Admissions Director
EDUCATION: BA in finance from the University of Iowa
I’ve participated in the Leadership Program sponsored by the Ft. Dodge
Area Chamber of Commerce, and worked on Muscular Dystrophy and
Cancer awareness programs.
FUTURE GOALS:
Getting on the national board of AACS (American Association of
Cosmetology Schools). Expanding La’James International College with
Attend sporting events, socializing with friends, church, reading and
cheering on the Cubs and Hawks.
THREE THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK
OR LIVE:
1. Opportunities for travel.
2. Varied work tasks.
3. Meeting successful people.
1. More entertainment opportunities.
2. More businesses with better paying jobs to improve the growth of the
community.
3. More variety of airline support.
Don’t procrastinate and be organized.
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH
OTHERS:
Life is fragile, so enjoy and appreciate those that mean the most to you.
Travis Becher
more degree programs. Diversified business opportunities.
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Stacey Bochart
Stacey Bochart
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HOMETOWN: Eldridge, IA
AGE: 32
FAMILY: Single-1 basset hound, Abby
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fort Dodge Correctional Facility
JOB TITLE: Correctional Counselor
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from Simpson College, Indianola, IA-major in
Communications and minor in Criminal Justice
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Active member of Grace Lutheran Church, President of
Hawkeye Community Theater, teach Introduction To Counseling at Iowa Central
Community College, and work part time at the Community Orchard.
FUTURE GOALS: At some point I would like to go back to school and earn my
Master’s Degree. At one time I really wanted to move back to the Quad City area
but right now I am very happy with my job and have been blessed with wonderful
friends here. If anything I would like to do more community service with children. I
see the future when I work everyday with men who had a rough childhood and
see how many of their issues could have been prevented with mentoring and stabilized home lives.
Since I work 3 jobs I have very little “free time”. I enjoy traveling to Davenport to
spend time with family, working around my house (I love to clean) and in my yard.
I also enjoy attending productions at Hawkeye Community Theater and when I am
able I really like to be on stage.
1. Working at the prison is a challenge. There are never 2 days alike. I can go to
work and think I know what’s on my agenda and within minutes my whole itinerary
changes and I’m working on something else.
2. I love to teach. I spend my days teaching classes such as anger management,
victim impact, corrective thinking, and relapse prevention. In a lot of ways teaching
is like being on stage. I can be energetic and funny and I keep the offender’s
attention and feel like they at least heard me, whether they use what they learned
is up to them, but I know they couldn’t fall asleep in one of my classes.
3. Most importantly, I love that I know I’m making a difference. A lot of people are of
the mindset that the offenders are castaways and we shouldn’t spend time trying
to rehabilitate them. The reality is that the majority of these men will be back out in
our communities at some point-they do not have life sentences. I want them to be
successful when they return so that there will be no more victims from their
actions.
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. I’d like moral of all people to improve. It sounds like a Pollyanna response, but in
reality, bad things happen to us all and life can be unfair-we have to decide how
we want to deal with it.
2. Less criminal activity by juveniles. I don’t know how, but I know that more and
more kids claim to be “bored” when they really have options and chose the negative choices.
3. I would love to see Fort Dodge upgrade the Crossroads mall. I remember growing up and being able to spend time at Northpark Mall in Davenport playing
arcade games, having several choices of places to eat and shop.
The best advice I’ve ever been given comes from another counselor who received it
from “The Four Agreements: A Toltec Wisdom Book” by Don Miguel Ruiz “Don’t
take anything personally-Personal importance is the maximum expression of selfishness because we make the assumption that everything is about “me”. Nothing
other people do is because of you. It is because of themselves.”
I’ve learned that I am in control of my attitude. When I chose to bring good things to
me then I feel good. And the opposite is also true. Who doesn’t want to feel good?
I chose how I want to look at things around me. If my day is rotten I ask myself
what I can do to make it better, instead of blaming those around me. It truly makes
me feel more in control of my life.
AGE: 39
FAMILY: Husband, Brad, married 17 years. Two boys - Noah, 9 years old and a 4th grader and
Alex 6 years old and a 1st grader.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Heartland Communications Group, Inc.
JOB TITLE: Publisher, Construction Group
EDUCATION: Associates of Arts, Iowa Central Community College
•Feelhaver Elementary Booster Club Member
•Member St. Olaf Lutheran Church
•Member of St. Olaf Sanctuary Choir
•Small Group Confirmation Leader
•Praise Team Member
•St. Olaf Youth Committee Member
FUTURE GOALS:
Professional Goals: To be a great leader and pass along the knowledge to
others that I have gained through all my experiences with the company.
Personal Goals: To be the best parent for my boys and role model they can
look up to.
Attend sporting events Noah and Alex participate in, spend time with my
family and reading.
OR LIVE:
1. Heartland encourages its employees to continue learning through its inhouse Heartland Academy, Seminars, Webinars or college courses, all tools
to strengthen your career with the company.
2. Family-oriented company.
3. The people I work with are the best. I have been with the company for 19
years and have been fortunate to work in several areas of the company
during that time. For me, in the end it is the people of Heartland that make
it a great place to go to everyday.
1. Seeing more community participation in the activities that are available
throughout the year for all ages (music, arts etc.)
2. More retail shopping options.
3. It would be nice to have a new aquatics center in our community.
A very good friend once told me to just be myself. I cannot mold myself into
what others want me to be, be true to yourself and don’t compromise your beliefs
just to please others.
Not too long ago I lost a sibling unexpectedly, and it really opened my eyes to live each
day to the fullest and be aware of all things around you. Live each day to the fullest
and appreciate all those who are fortunate to share your life with you each day.
Someone once told me to “don’t sweat the small stuff”. Believe me, I look at things in a
different light. “Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”
Shannon Bushman
Shannon Bushman
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Chrisann Campbell
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Otho
HOMETOWN: Renwick, IA
AGE: 36
FAMILY: husband Mark, Daschund Cali, 14 nieces and nephews, and one great
niece.
Chrisann Campbell
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PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: I am a Certified Travel Associate with Travel and
Transport Vacations. Imanage our offices in Fort Dodge and Ames. My husband and I own Amigos, and I have a business on the side called
SendOutCards.
JOB TITLE: Manager Travel and Transport
EDUCATION: Humboldt High School, ICCC
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Young
Professionals, and Junior Women’s Club
FUTURE GOALS: To improve and enhance my career and to spend more time
with my family.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? I love to travel whenever I
can! I also enjoy playing volleyball and spending time with friends and family.
1. I truly enjoy the people I work with at Travel and Transport.
2. I like the fact that I live in Central Iowa and am no more than a few hours
from anything. Also am lucky that we have an airport in our community so we
can hop on a plane and fly to most anywhere in the world.
3. I enjoy living in a city this size where I can go anywhere and run into someone I know.
1. I would like to continue to see Fort Dodge grow.
2. Would like to see more activities to retain and attract young professionals to
our community.
Live, Love and Forgive
Dont ever wait to tell someone how much they mean to you. Don’t ever lose
touch with those important in your lives.
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Ryan Cripe
HOMETOWN: Jolley, Iowa
AGE: 26
FAMILY: Julie, my wife and Madalynn, our daughter.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fort Dodge Correctional Facility
JOB TITLE: Lieutenant
EDUCATION: Rockwell City-Lytton High School
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Iowa Games volunteer
FUTURE GOALS: Further my career, continue my education, and become
more active in the community.
I like to spend time with family, ride motorcycles, golf, exercise.
WORK OR LIVE:
1. Friendliness of people in the community.
2. Community cohesiveness in times of crisis.
3. Working with a large group of people who are dedicated to proTHREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE
1. More positive activities for children and teens.
2. Aquatic Center.
3. More Bike and Walking trails.
“Live every day as if it were your last.”
The smallest things are the ones which bring the most happiness.
Ryan Cripe
tecting the public and promoting positive change.
Amy Donahe
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Gowrie
HOMETOWN: Gowrie
AGE: 28
FAMILY: Husband Cory, Daughter Rylie (age 3) & new baby due this month (Oct)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: CSBank
JOB TITLE: Mortgage Loan Officer
EDUCATION: Completion of 2 year Ag Business transfer program at ICCC and B.S.
in Agricultural Business from Iowa State University.
Current 4-H Leader for the Country Charmers 4-H Club for the past 6 years.
Past YWCA Board Member Member of Our Saviours’ Lutheran Church, Callender
FUTURE GOALS: Continue to grow professionally at work and become more
involved in community activities and organizations. I also look forward in continuing to raise our family in Gowrie.
I enjoy scrapbooking, reading and spending time with my family & friends.
Amy Donahe
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1. The people I work with are like a second family to me.
2. I enjoy the professional yet relaxed work atmosphere at CSBank.
3. I enjoy the benefits of living in the small yet thriving community of Gowrie.
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. An improved variety of retail shops & restaurants in order to retain local dollars
and prevent money from leaving our local economy.
2. Increased recreational activities for young individuals & families.
No goal is unattainable with a lot of hard work.
After experiencing an unexpected death in my family this past year, I have learned
that life is truly a special gift and that we shouldn’t take even the smallest most
uneventful times for granted. Providing for my family is very important to me, but
the quality of time I spend with them is what matters the most.
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Deb Gibson
HOMETOWN: West Bend, IA
AGE: 38
FAMILY: Husband of 16 years—Steve, two daughters Megan 12, Taylor 8.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: First State Bank
JOB TITLE: Loan Consultant
EDUCATION: AAS degree from Iowa Lakes Community College
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Secretary for Fort Dodge Girls Fastpitch
Association - ASA, Past Co-President of Cooper Booster Club.
FUTURE GOALS: To continue to grow and succeed in my career. To enrich
the lives of my daughters and other children by being involved and supporting them.
Help at my kids activities, Spend time with my family.
1. Harlan Rogers Park
2. The size-it is not too big or too small
3. The people
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. More activities for our young children/ Aquatic Center
2. Pave the bike trail
3. Extend the bike trail out to Harlan Rogers
Resolve to succeed. The greatest discovery one can make is that nothing is impossible.
Never underestimate yourself. Always be willing and open to change.
Deb Gibson
OR LIVE:
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AGE: 33
FAMILY: My husband, Jeffrey Halter who is a 6th grade math & science teacher and head 8th grade football coach at St. Eds.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Green Door Photography
JOB TITLE: Owner and photographer
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Fine Arts from University of Northern Iowa
1996, Masters in Elementary Education from Nova Southeastern
University in 2002
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Noon Rotary, Chamber of Commerce,
Young Professionals.
FUTURE GOALS: To expand my business and hire full time employees. I would also like to be able to watch the entire last season of
Grey’s Anatomy.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? My husband and I
like to travel a lot! When we moved back to Iowa from Las Vegas
Jeff made me promise him that we would go on Ragbrai, which we
have done the past 2 years. We try to attend as many local events
as possible-sports, theater performances, and fundraisers. We love
all the performances at Hawkeye and Iowa Central. We are really
lucky to have such great talent in our area.
WORK OR LIVE:
1. I love photographing people who have an idea or concept, and we
work together to capture the moment or feeling.
2. Part of the reason Jeff and I moved back to Iowa from Las Vegas
2 years ago was to be closer to our families. Getting to see my
parents, siblings, and nephews every day is awesome.
3. Traveling and meeting some of the most amazing photographers
from around the word. Then being able to bring back new ideas to
our community.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. I would live to see the downtown revitalized. I do a lot of photographing downtown and I think we have some amazing architecture.
2. Continue the improvement of our city streets and sidewalks. Bike
lanes added to our streets would be great too.
3. I think it would be cool to finish the band shell. I love live music
and I think the bandshell is such a cool and unique structure.
Banging your head against a wall will not make you feel bet-
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Luke Grove
AGE: 29
FAMILY: Wife-Jodie Grove and daughters - Emie (4) & Alayna (2)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Iowa Central Community College
JOB TITLE: Financial Aid Associate
EDUCATION: Graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High in 1996
Iowa Central Community College in 2000 (AA Degree)
Buena Vista University Fort Dodge campus in 2005 (BA in Accounting)
FUTURE GOALS: Keep working hard and to raise our family with the
morals and values we have learned in life.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? Spend time with family
and watch Hawkeye football.
OR LIVE:
that work there and I enjoy helping the students.
2. Fort Dodge is a nice small town. It is where I grew up and our familes
live.
3. Working in a place that continues to grow and expand. Iowa Central has
not only given me the opportunity to obtain my education but it has also
allowed us to stay in Fort Dodge and work after my education was complete.
1. Fort Dodge is in dire need of an aquatic center.
2. See new businesses come to town.
3. More walking and bike trails
There is always a light at the end of the tunnel!!
Education is the key, it opens many more doors for you in life.
Luke Grove
1. Iowa Central is a wonderful place to work. There are many great people
Alison Hade
AGE: 23
FAMILY: single - parents and fiancé live in Fort Dodge.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Target
JOB TITLE: Executive Team Leader - Human Resources
EDUCATION: BA, Communication Studies, ISU
- Mentor with the Bridges Program
- Target Corporate Volunteer at local agencies
- church membership, Good Shepard Lutheran
FUTURE GOALS:
- Continue in Target management program
- Marriage in summer 2008
- Active member of the community
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- spend time with family and friends
- volunteer in the community
- learning to wok (anything!)
1. I enjoy the “fast, fun, friendly” environment I work in.
2. The support network offered by this size of community.
3. My neighbors!
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. A broader variety of youth centered activities.
2. Aquatics center
3. Community Center - perhaps including a performance auditorium.
Be who you are and you will not have to remember who you’re supposed to be.
Planning is important to successful outcomes, so plan ahead and prepare to be
flexible with plan A, plan B and plan C.
Michelle Jakeman
Residence: Fort Dodge
Hometown: Rockwell City
Age: 30
Family: Husband - David; Son - Trice (10 months old)
Place of employment: Friendship Haven
Job Title: Director of Health Services
Education: Rockwell City-Lytton High School, Iowa Central
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Community College-Associates Degree of Nursing
Community Activities: Member of Holy Trinity Parish;
Volunteer for various organizations
Future Goals: Watching my family grow and helping them
be the best they can be. Continue to increase my knowledge of the always changing health care profession.
What you do when you are not working?
Spend time with my family, travel, shopping, watch
movies, and go to Iowa State football games.
Three things you like best about where you live:
1. Meeting new people and helping to make a difference in
someones life.
2. The community and Friendship Haven are very supportive and
caring of people in times of need.
3. Great place to raise a family.
Three things you would like to see to improve the community
where you work or live:
1. An aquatic center in Fort Dodge.
2. Facilities that specialize in the treatment of mental health care
and/or brain injuries for the younger population.
3. Better retail stores, so consumers do not go out of town for shopping.
Best advice someone else has given you:
Live everyday like there is no tomorrow and keep everything in perspective. Nothing is as bad as it seems.
A lesson learned that you like to share with others:
When in doubt, go with your gut instinct (what feels right).
With any difficult decision you make, you will not be able to satisfy
everyone completely.
Aaron Jobe
AGE: 26
FAMILY: Single
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Shelter Insurance - Fort Dodge, IA
JOB TITLE: Insurance Agent - Owner
EDUCATION: Fort Dodge Senior High and Iowa Central Alumni
Involved with the Fort Dodge Chamber of Commerce and the Young
Professionals-Fort Dodge.
FUTURE GOALS:
To help the people of Fort Dodge, give back to the community and
build a successful business.
I enjoy being active outdoors, as well as spending time at the lake
during the summer months. During the winter months I am involved
in a basketball league.
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WORK OR LIVE:
1. The people are so friendly.
2. The pride of the community.
3. The familiar faces of Fort Dodge that I see on a regular basis.
1. More activities for young people.
2. Incentives to retain & draw graduates to Fort Dodge.
3. Attract new businesses to downtown Fort Dodge.
Help enough people get what they want and you will get what you
want.
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE
WITH OTHERS:
Success does not come overnight, you must build relationships
today to get where you want to be tomorrow.
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Dr. Erik Knox
AGE: 33
FAMILY: Fiancé, Jessica Bradley; daughter Elena (8 mo’s)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
JOB TITLE: Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon
EDUCATION: FDSH-92 grad, U of I grad-96, U of I College of Dentistry,
2000 D.D.S., New York Medical College, 2004 - Cert. Oral Max. Surgery
Dodger Cyclists, Team 14 racing team, Assembly Club, Dental Study
Club
FUTURE GOALS:
- Continue to provide high quality oral surgery care in Fort Dodge
- Increase my role in community service
- Spending quality time with family and friends
- Riding and racing bicycles
- Iowa Hawkeye football
- Occasional hunting and fishing
OR LIVE:
1. Majority of my family and friends live in the Midwest, it is important
for me to be near the ones I care for the most.
2. Small community makes living more convenient.
3. Generally people in the Midwest are friendly and have a good work
ethic.
1. Encourage, support and patronage of locally owned businesses.
2. Continued push toward community improvement projects including recreation for young families and support of Envision 2030.
3. All Fort Dodge residents should consider taking an active role in community improvement. Many small, individual successes makes for strong
city-wide growth.
Do a good deed daily.
Live on high ground; buy a sump pump!
r. Erik Knox
- Continue to compete and improve in cycling events in Iowa
Jayne Kolacia
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Fort Dodge, IA
HOMETOWN: Manson, IA
AGE: 36
FAMILY: Keith-husband, Audrey 8, Cael 5, Anna 3
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Highland Park Center, Trinity Regional Medical
Center
JOB TITLE: Senior Physical Therapist
EDUCATION: Master’s of Physical Therapy, University of Osteopathic
Medicine and Health Sciences, Des Moines Iowa
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: I volunteer time and resources to support St.
Edmonds Catholic School System including such entities as Capital
Campaign for St. Edmond Elementary, Parent Teacher Connection events,
classroom volunteer, and most recently as the Co-Director of the Around the
Lake Fun Run. I have also participated in the Christ Renews His Parish
weekends with the Holy Trinity Catholic Church and volunteered service to
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other church sponsored events. I have also coached soccer for the Fort
Dodge Youth Soccer Program.
FUTURE GOALS: To raise my children to be confident and well-rounded individuals.
WHAT I DO WHEN NOT WORKING? I spend majority of my free time with my
family and friends. I enjoy traveling, biking, scrapbooking, reading, and
kayaking.
THREE THINGS I LIKE BEST ABOUT WHERE I WORK AND LIVE:
1. The opportunity to work along side other motivated, young professionals
who are dedicated to their work and patients.
2. To live in a community that has enabled me to develop friendships with people who truly care for one another.
3. To live in a community that offers safe neighborhoods and schools for my
children to enjoy.
THREE THINGS I’D LIKE TO SEE IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY WHERE I
WORK:
1. A family recreation center, including indoor/outdoor aquatic center
2. Improve City Parks with updated playground equipment and landscaping
3. Revive the dowtown as an attractive dining, shopping, and entertaining district
BEST ADVICE SOMEONE ELSE HAS GIVEN ME:
It’s not the destination that matters most, but rather the journey traveled to get
there.
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Danielle Krass
HOMETOWN: Fort Dodge, IA
AGE: 29
FAMILY: Daughter- Sydney (5)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fort Dodge Foods-Hormel
JOB TITLE: Quality Control Manager
EDUCATION: Iowa State University-Zoology (Bachelor of Science);
Dale Carnegie
Duncombe Booster Club
Young Professionals
Obtaining an MBA degree
Working on my house.
WORK OR LIVE:
1. Reasonable cost of living
2. Community diversity
3. Iowa Central Community College is a great asset to the community
1. The new animal shelter and an aquatic center built
2. Better activities for young people to be involved in
3. More career opportunities brought into the area
The only thing that you can control in life is yourself.
One of the fundamental principles for overcoming worry as taught by Dale Carnegie is
to ask yourself “What is the worst that can possibly happen?” Decide just how much
anxiety a thing may be worth and refuse to give it more.
Danielle Krass
FUTURE GOALS:
Anna Miller
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Churdan
AGE: 27
FAMILY: My husband, David.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Southeast Webster-Grand, Dayton Elementary
JOB TITLE: K-3 Special Education teacher
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Special Olympics Volunteer, Volunteering and helping out at school events
FUTURE GOALS:
To obtain a masters degree in education.
I enjoy reading, cooking, baking, and spending time with family and
friends.
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WORK OR LIVE:
1. I like Dayton because it is a Character Counts community.
2.I also like to see the community and family volunteers in the school.
3.The students and their families are supportive, friendly, and fun.
1. I would like to see the community and the families of our students become
more involved with Character Counts.
2. I would like to see more activities and programs for the children in Dayton.
You need to treat others the way that you would want to be treated.
I have learned that you need to look for the positives in every situation that
you are faced with.
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Sheri Morud
HOMETOWN: Mason City
AGE: 37
FAMILY: My family includes my husband, Travis and our three
children: Brady (8 yrs.), Jordan (5 yrs.) and Max (2 yrs.)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Community Daycare and Preschool
Center
JOB TITLE: Director
EDUCATION: BA in Elementary Education from Buena Vista
University
President of the Fort Dodge Chapter of Iowa Association for
the Education of Young Children
Early Childhood Seminar & Children’s Festival
I’d like to obtain my master’s degree in Early Childhood.
~ spend time with family and friends
~ scrapbooking
~ camping
THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. Being with my children daily.
2. Great neighborhood I live in.
1. More activities for families.
2. Build the aquatic center.
3. Fix the roads.
Live each day to the fullest, focusing on today, not tomorrow!
Never leave your loved ones angry - always tell them you love them!
Sheri Morud
FUTURE GOALS:
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AGE: 25
FAMILY: Wife, Katie Moser
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Northwest Federal Savings Bank
JOB TITLE: Consumer Loan Originator
EDUCATION: Fort Dodge Senior High, Iowa State University
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Fort Dodge Community School
Foundation Board, Character Counts, Swing for a Cure
FUTURE GOALS: To start a family and continue to grow in my job.
Golf, Hunt, watch the Cubs or Packers
WORK OR LIVE:
1. People, I enjoy the people I work with. We have a lot of fun; it is a
great place to work.
2. Family and Friends, I have a great family and group of friends that
I like spending time with.
3. Dodger Stadium, it seems like I grew up there. I’ve had the opportunity to play at some very nice stadiums in the country and many
of them fall short of the tradition of Dodger Stadium. I hope many
generations to come have the experience to play on that field. We
are very lucky as a community to have a place that is this special.
1. Growth, Fort Dodge needs to grow both in size and economically.
2. Attract younger families to Fort Dodge. This goes along with
growth, if we bring more jobs to town we will attract younger families who will have the opportunity to call Fort Dodge home!
3. Community involvement, we need to be proud to be from Fort
Dodge and help take care of our town.
“Don’t be nervous, nervous means you are unprepared. Be anxious.” Mike Woodley
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH
OTHERS:
If you are proposing to your girlfriend (wife now) after a football
game make sure you win the football game.
Nik Moser
Nik Moser
Suzanne Newton
City of Residence: We live on a farm between Humboldt and Gilmore City
Hometown: Bancroft, IA
Age: 34
Family: Husband - Jay, Children- Owen-7, Levi-4, and Ava-1
Place of Employment: Curves (Ft. Dodge)
Job Title: Co-Owner/Manager
Education: B.A. in Communications and a Minor in Business
Administration from the University of Iowa
Community Activities: Member of St. Mary’s Parish in Humboldt,
Volunteer at St. Mary’s School in Humboldt, Curves Annual Food Drive
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to benefit local food shelters
Future Goals:
Doing more with music whether it be performing or collaborating on a live
music venue for other artists.
What You Do When You’re Not Working?
I enjoy time with my family, going to music concerts, movies, practice
singing, read “People” magazine.
Three Things You Like Best About Where You Work or Live:
1. Wide open spaces where life’s pace isn’t so hectic.
2. The quality of life and schooling available for my children.
3. The people I’m able to assist through work and get to know through my
community, we share a very similar value system.
Three Things You’d Like to See to Improve the Community Where
You Work or Live:
1. An indoor park facility for children where they can run and play during
the winter months.
2. An establishment for adults that provides live diverse music styles. This
live experience would enrich the lives of our residents and the visitors it
would bring to the area. It would also provide a place for couples to
dance and get to know one another on date night.
3. An eating establishment that only serves healthy food with no other
options available on the menu.
Best Advice Someone Else Has Given You:
From my mom—-don’t worry , it will all work out.
A Lesson Learned That You’d Like to Share With Others:
Moderation is the key, no matter what it is. Too much or too little of any
one thing only leads to discontent.
Rick Pederson
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HOMETOWN: Badger
AGE: 34
FAMILY: My wife - Rachel and our children, daughter-Reese (2 yrs) &
sonóRoyce (6 mos).
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Iowa Central Community College
JOB TITLE: Head Baseball Coach and English Instructor
EDUCATION: Associate of Arts from Iowa Central; Bachloer’s from
Grand View College; Master’s of Education from Iowa State
University
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: I’ve run numerous baseball camps and
clinics. Business Commission member at Badger Lutheran Church.
Scholarship Committee at Badger Lutheran Church.
FUTURE GOALS: Do the best job I can raising my kids.
Remain in the education field. Continue to run a championship caliber baseball program.
When I am not working, I spend time with my family. I am gone a
lot with the baseball team or out recruiting, so when I am not working, I want to be at home with my family.
THREE THINGS YOU LIKE THE BEST ABOUT WHERE
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. The atmosphere. We have a very positive atmosphere at Iowa
Central to work in.
2. We have the support to contend for a national championship every
year in baseball. Not every college has the support we get, and it
makes the difference year in and year out.
3. I like the fact that I live in my home community. I take a lot of ownership in living in Fort Dodge/Badger area because it means something more to me than simply a place that I own a home.
SOMETHING YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE
THE COMMUNITY WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
I would like to see more available play space for kids. We have lost
numerous community youth baseball fields that neighborhood kids
could ride their bikes to and play. Kids need to be outside and
active, but as a community, we are expanding which is good-but we
are not rebuilding to give the youth an opportunity to play.
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HOMETOWN: Orange City, Iowa
AGE: 37
FAMILY: Husband Aaron, Iris-9 & Madigan-5
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Home
JOB TITLE: At-Home Mom
EDUCATION: B.A. Art, Art History & Graphic Design from The
University of Iowa
I volunteer at my children’s school. I am a room parent and a
committee member of the Parent Teacher Connection at Saint
Edmonds. I am on the St. Olaf Lutheran Church council and a
member of the education committee. I am a member of T.T.T.
and am the groups Historian, we send fourth grade girls to camp
providing everything that they will need for their experience. I am a
Girl Scout Leader. I assist my husband with coaching Youth Rec soccer.
FUTURE GOALS: I would love to get involved at the Blanden Art
Museum. I also plan on returning to school to get my teaching
degree so that I can teach art.
I sell Close To My Heart scrapbooking supplies, I also enjoy photography, book club, P.E.O., Home improvement projects, gardening,
going to the movies and spending time with family and friends.
OR LIVE:
1. I have alot of family in Fort Dodge.
2. My friends and the people that I have met.
3. Fort Dodge is small and that is nice for my children.
1. Update and improve our beautiful parks.
2. An indoor/outdoor water park and community center so that our youth
have a constructive environment to spend their free time.
3. A drive-up window at Starbucks.
Give everything up to God, He knows how to handle it.
Sometimes in life we are faced with difficult situations. It is up to us to
change those situations into something positive.
Kim Peimann
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Ian Peterson
AGE: 26
FAMILY: My wife: Holly, our dog: Wrigley and cat: Charlotte
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Hy-Vee
JOB TITLE: Assistant Kitchen Manager
EDUCATION: Assoc. Arts degree from Iowa Central and a bachelor‚s degree
in History from the University of Northern Iowa.
FUTURE GOALS: Improve my career with Hy-Vee to become a Kitchen
Manager and to raise a family with my lovely wife, Holly.
Bowling, weight lifting, slow-pitch softball and spending time with my wife
and family.
OR LIVE:
1. With the community this size I can meet and remember people at work
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and be able to say hello to them when I’m not working.
2. I get to work with a great group of co-workers that help me be a better
worker and person as well.
3. Location. Fort Dodge is centralized enough that it is a short drive to
other towns in Iowa.
1. More entertainment activities brought to the town for people to do.
2. Better retail shops so people don’t have to go out of town to get what they
want.
3. More industry with better paying jobs.
BEST ADVICE SOME ELSE HAS GIVEN YOU:
“Hold nothing back, leave everything you have on the field so you know you
did the best you could.” Coach Sam Moser
Goals can only be reached with hard work and trusting others to help along the
way. Not everything can be done alone and nothing is given to you in life.
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City of Residence: Fort Dodge since Dec. 2000
Hometown: I moved frequently growing up due to my father being a
missionary/Methodist minister, so I really do not have a hometown.
Age: 37
Family: I have three children: Daughter-Katriece (14) in 9th grade at FDSH; Son - Kyree (8) in
3rd grade at Duncombe Elementary and Son-Kyler (7) in 2nd grade at Duncombe
Elementary.
Place of Employment: Rabiner Treatment Center since Jan. 2001
Job Title: Director of Admissions & Marketing
Education: BA in Psychology and Sociology from Simpson College
Community Activities: Member 1st United Methodist Church,
Alumnae chapter of Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Volunteering with my kids’ schools
and/or activities
Future Goals: Return to school to obtain a Masters Degree in Social Work. Take my
family on a mission trip and increase our volunteering/giving back to others.
What do you do when you are not working:
As a mom of 3, I am not sure when I am actually not working. I do enjoy
watching my kids participate in extracurricular activities. We usually have something scheduled everyday of the week.
3 Things you like best about where you work or live:
1. I have worked with adolescents basically since I was one. I cannot
image not working with adolescents in some capacity. I have the
opportunity to meet with boys, their families and referring DHS/JCS
workers every week which I really enjoy. CEO Brad Klug leads by
example. Through his leadership, integrity, strong work ethic, compassion and discipline, staff are able to develop professionally in a supportive environment. Working
for Mr. Klug and the Iowa State Police Association is a privilege and honor.
2. I initially moved to Fort Dodge to be close to my parents Rev. Edward
and Joan Phillips as they retired from Riverside UMC and remained in this area. It
was important to me to have them involved in my children’s lives. Now that they are
in their seventies, it is now my turn to help with their needs which they deserve as they
have been wonderful parents.
3. My kids have all been involved with the FD Soccer Association. It has
been a great experience. Joe and Linda Ruge are such positive,
supportive people and do a great job. As a family, we love our Saturdays at the soccer
complex.
3 Things You would like to see improve the community:
1. It would be great to have more choices for kids’ activities. It was such a
loss when the Children’s Museum closed. Reopening a skating rink or
building an aquatic center should be priorities for a family centered
community. My boys have benefited by participating in the sports camps
that Athletes for Education and Success (AFES) has provided. Their
commitment to keep kids active and safe at a low cost to the parent is a
great service to our community.
2. I would love to see the mall expand and bring in additional retail
choices. Doing so may keep more people shopping in town versus driving
to Ames or Des Moines.
3. Currently we have plenty of fast food type restaurants. It would be nice
to see more choices for casual, family eating.
Best Advice Someone Else has Given You:
It comes from one of my father’s favorite teachings from a book entitled:
Rabbinic Stories for Christian Ministers and Teachers. Paraphrased it tells
of a Rabbi named Zusya that states when he is before God, God will not
question him why he was not more like Moses or Isaiah because he is
neither. God will ask him “Why were you not Zusya?” Zusya’s response
is “Have I lived up to the best that is in me? What shall I answer?”
This serves as a daily reminder to try and be a good person and fulfill my
God given potential.
A Lesson Learned that you would like to Share with Others:
I try to be the type of person that “says what they mean and means what
they say”. It is much easier to be open and honest with others rather than
communicate indirectly or waste time and energy trying to remember what
excuse or story was told.
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ick Rude
Rick Rude
AGE: 33 Years Old
FAMILY: Wife Heather, Son Brayton, Daughter Halle, Dog Lucy
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Certified Home Inspection Services
JOB TITLE: Real Estate Home Inspector
EDUCATION: Graduate of Fort Dodge Senior High 1989-1992
Apollo computer training General industrial certificates from Iowa
Central Community College 2004 Graduate of the American Home
Inspectors Training Institute Member of the National Association of
Home Inspectors American Society of Home Inspectors
Candidate Member of the Environmental Solution Association
C.M.I.- Certified Mold Inspector
FUTURE GOALS: Help beautify our city through the inspection
process our company is involved in.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? When I am not
working I enjoy spending time with my friends and family fishing,
riding motocross, and just relaxing.
WORK OR LIVE:
1. Duncombe school and Kid Zone Daycare. All the wonderful teachers and staff my kids have been blessed to be involved with.
Thank you!
2. The incredibly wonderful staff I work with. They are great friends
and co-workers!
3. Fort Dodge has always been a friendly community. People smile
and wave even if they don’t know you.
1. A recreation center including an aquatic center, go-carts, and miniature
golf. A place for family’s and kids to enjoy and spend time constructively.
2. Support local small businesses and encourage more entrepreneurs.
3. Support our city council and local government. Voice your opinion if
changes are needed.
Take your time and do a good job son! (Grampa Herb Tyrrell)
Face your problems head on. Don’t wait for problems to come to
you. Take control and stay positive.
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Mark Sharpe
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Humboldt, IA
HOMETOWN: Elsberry, MO
AGE: 36
FAMILY: Becky (wife), Ashlyn (daughter) - 8,
MacKenzie (daughter) - 6
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: The Messenger
JOB TITLE: Inside Sales Manager
EDUCATION: Hyles-Anderson College, Crown Point, IN
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: I co-chaired The Messenger’s United Way funddrive (2006 & 2007 campaign years); NRA member.
FUTURE GOALS: I want to rear my children to love God and serve Him to
the best of their abilities and be a better example to them.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? I enjoy attending Church,
wood working, home improvement, playing with my children, attending sprint car
races, and target shooting.
1. An active growing church that is concerned about the community and their
spiritual well-being.
2. Partnering with clients to help them achieve their sales goals and show
their community support.
3. Working with the best Inside Sales staff on a daily basis and helping them
extend their professional potential.
1. I would like to see more family-oriented, clean attractions and activities
added for the youth of our community.
2. I would like to see more local restaurants to adopt a non-smoking policy
throughout their establishments for the health of their patrons.
3. I would love less snow (someone please call Channel 8 for me and see
what they can do about this!)
BEST ADVICE SOME ELSE HAS GIVEN YOU: “That if thou shalt confess
with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath
raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man
believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto
salvation.” - Romans 10:9-10
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS: That
there is nothing I can do to earn my way to Heaven except to have Jesus
Christ as my personal Saviour which is offered as a free gift through Him to
anyone who will receive it.
ark Sharpe
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NAME: Amy Skramstad
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Manson IA
HOMETOWN: Lisbon, North Dakota
AGE: 32
FAMILY: Spouse John, Daughters: Kylee (3) and Kayla (8 months)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Good Samaritan Society of Manson
JOB TITLE: Administrator
EDUCATION: Major in Business Administration with an emphasis in Long
Term Care Administration
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Volunteer with summer bible school,
Ministerial Association (Manson Churches organize Annual
Thanksgiving Service, Christmas Services, Lenten Services, Crop
Walks, and more to support food panty and other community
needs), Manson Economic Development and Chamber (encourages new growth in businesses, housing, community events, and
more), Lions Club, and Hosting Legislative members.
FUTURE GOALS: First, to help Good Samaritan Society of Manson
continue to nurture elderly needs with our hard working and dedicated
staff. And second, to work with churches, school, and community
members for new developments: including child daycare and assisted
living as the need continues.
Visiting the care center and local library with my two daughters, volunteering as a Certified Nurses Aide, keeping active outside with the children, and
listening to John Grisham and Mary Higgins Clark novels when traveling.
OR LIVE:
1. Working with staff who are resident centered, Christian centered, and caring
towards each other.
2. Having fun with exciting care center and community events ( November 6th
Soup Supper, Chili Cook-off)
3. Laughing with staff and residents
1. Having more dedicated Christians caring for our elderly with hearts of gold.
2. More celebrations of dances and special events with a Community building.
3. Have more safe childcare available and an elderly assisted living.
“Do unto others as they do to you” and “always be the bigger person for the right
reasons” my Mom and Dad (Robert and Darlene Barr).
Mistakes are easy to make. Ask for forgiveness, learn from the past and move on in
new positive approach.
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CITY OF RESIDENCE: Callender
HOMETOWN: Clare
AGE: 33
FAMILY: Husband - Jeff; Children, Brock -4 , Madelyn - 2 and Drew - 2
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Linking Families and Communities
JOB TITLE: Executive Director
EDUCATION: B.A. from Central College, Pella, IA
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: At this point in my life I am not very involved in community
activities as I feel that it is important to spend time with my children. I am involved in
the preschool that my son attends and involved with my career and activities at a state
level, which has an effect on our communities.
FUTURE GOALS: The most important of my goals is to raise happy, healthy children
that contribute positively to society. I plan to continue to advocate for children’s
issues and push for increased quality in early care and education as I feel that we
need to give all children positive, developmentally appropriate experiences during
the first five years as this is a crucial time in brain development therefore having a
huge impact on future success in school and beyond. In the longer term, I would
like to run a marathon, complete a master’s degree and possibly a PhD.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? When I’m not working, I am raising
three small children with my husband, Jeff. My days and evenings are filled playing with the kids, reading books, taking my son to preschool, doing household
chores and mediating child squabbles. After the kids go to bed, I like to exercise, play volleyball, watch HGTV, assist my husband with his business, Jeff’s
Jons, think about work-related issues and sleep.
1. I love my work as I get to make positive changes for children and families,
work with great groups of people and for a wonderful organization.
2. I love living close to my family. What a wonderful thing for my children and
myself!
3. I love raising my kids in the country where they can run, explore and experience farm life.
1. I would like to see the quality of child care improved, mandatory registration
and regulations enforced. Most children spend the majority of their waking
hours in the care of someone other than their parent(s). It is important that
those environments be safe, healthy and of high quality. Currently registration
is not mandatory and the regulating body doesn’t have the staff to do their
required unannounced compliance checks (which is only 20% of the registered
child care providers).
2. I would like to see increased opportunities for recreation and socialization for
all of the community in the form of an enhanced trail system, more events and
outings for all to enjoy, cultural opportunities expanded and a revitalized downtown.
3. I would like to see everyone in the community to work together and have
respect for themselves, their property, neighbors, etc. I feel that is the way that
we can make and sustain positive changes in our community.
BEST ADVICE SOMEONE ELSE HAS GIVEN YOU: Always do the right thing.
While it may not popular, you will be able to live with your decision knowing
that it doesn’t conflict with your morals and values.
Change is inevitable. In working with groups of people, I have learned that
there are roughly 1/3 of people that embrace change and 1/3 that are
highly resistant, while the other 1/3 are somewhere in the middle. While it
is important to include all of them in the change process, you can’t let the
highly resistant ones impede progress. Proceed with those who are willing and you will bring those in the middle and finally those that were
resistant along.
Elizabeth Stanek
Elizabeth Stanek
Jason Swedlund
ason Swedlund
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City of Residence: Fort Dodge
Hometown: Fort Dodge
Age: 30
Family: Single
Place of Employment: Sacred Heart Church, St. Olaf Lutheran Church & Bruce
Graham Funeral Home
Job Title: Sacred Heart Director of Music, St. Olaf Lutheran Organist & Sanctuary
Choir Director & Funeral Assistant Bruce-Graham Funeral Home
Education: 1995 Graduate of St. Edmond High School, 2002 attendee of the
Institute of Sacred Music at the University of Iowa, Private Organ student of
William Kuhlman (Professor Emeritus of Organ and Church Music Luther College)
& Dr. Marilou Kratzenstein (Professor Emeritus of Organ and Music History
University of Northern Iowa), Member of the American Guild of Organists, the
Organ Historical Society and the Federalist Society
Future Goals: I am currently working on finishing my B.A. with a Major in History
and considering attending either Mortuary School or Law School upon the completion of my History Degree.
Three things I like Best about were I work or live:
1. Working for Sacred Heart and St. Olaf I am very blest to be able to work in two
very historic and beautiful Church buildings. The art and the architecture in both
buildings is beyond measure. It’s always a magnificent treat to make music in
both of these beautiful Church buildings.
2. Working at Bruce-Graham Funeral Home for nearly fourteen years has been a
wonderful and rewarding experience. I find the home itself, its stained glass window, oak paneling and grand staircase to be a magnificent architectural treasure in
Webster County. Watching Scott Graham work with families, his attention to detail
and his true compassion for the families he serves is truly an inspiration.
3. One of the true gems that I believe Fort Dodge offers is the many opportunities to
be enriched in the Fine Arts. From the Karl King Band to the Blanden Museum
and many School and Church Concerts Fort Dodge offers a plethora of Fine Arts
opportunities.
Things I’d like to see to improve in the community where I work or live:
1. I would like to see greater involvement of young people in Fort Dodge.
There are many Civic and Private Organizations such as the Knights of Columbus
who would love to get “Young People” more involved in both community and
Church activities and projects.
2. I would like to see Local Government (and all Government) take a smaller role in
our lives. Whether it’s lower property taxes or letting the Private Sector find solutions to problems, in many cases, “Government is not the solution to the problem,
Government is the problem.”
Best Advice someone has given me:
The best thing that life offers is the opportunity to work hard at work worth doing.
A Lesson Learned that you’d like to share with others:
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” Theodore Roosevelt
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AGE: 35
FAMILY: Husband- Matt, Daughter Macy (14), Son Mitchell (3)
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Dr. Gonzales and Dr. Wood
JOB TITLE: Medical Assistant
EDUCATION: St Edmond High School; Iowa Central Community
College
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Co-Chair Relay For Life; Hospice
Volunteer; Past President Civic Dance Troupe
FUTURE GOALS: To raise happy and successful children.
Golfing with my husband and my son. I have recently started scrapbooking. And I share in my daughter’s cheerleading and dance
activities.
OR LIVE:
1. I like living close to our families and our children being around their
grandparents.
2. I think that Fort Dodge is great place to raise children.
3. Through my job, I get to meet and help many people in Ft Dodge
and its surrounding
communities.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITYWHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. More child and family based activities.
2. Would like to see Fort Dodge continue to grow as far as economic
development so our children will want to return to this community
after they finish their education.
3. We have wonderful parks in Fort Dodge that I wish would be kept up
better, utilized more and I am also an advocate of an aquatic center.
Friends may come and go in our lives but family is the one thing that is
constant.
Success and happiness is not about having the best job, the biggest
house, or an expensive car but appreciating and enjoying the people
in your life and the things that you do have.
Angie Tracy
Angie Tracy
John Ueltschy
AGE: 27
FAMILY: Father, Bill; Mother, Jan; Sister, Kim
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: First American Bank
JOB TITLE: Personal Banker
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Finance from the University of
Northern Iowa
FUTURE GOALS: To continue to progress in the banking field, and hopefully,
be a bank president someday.
WHAT YOU DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING? Spend time with friends
ohn Ueltschy
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and family, watch sports on TV, play cards.
LIVE:
1. I learn something new everyday.
2. I work with smart, talented people.
3. The mutual respect shared between all employees at First American Bank.
1. More young people staying in, or coming back to Fort Dodge.
2. Continued expansion and development to bring attractive jobs to the community.
3. A broader range of recreational activities.
Just because you deserve something it isn’t always going to be given to
you. Sometimes you have to go after it.
Life rarely goes according to plan. Make the most of the opportunities that
are presented to you.
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CITY OF RESIDENCE: Humboldt
HOMETOWN: Humboldt
AGE: 32
FAMILY: My husband of 7 years, Vouth and our 3 daughters: Claire, 5; Macey, 2; and
Samantha, 10 months
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Hy-Capacity, Humboldt
JOB TITLE: Vice President and Board Member of Hy-Capacity
EDUCATION: BS in Accounting from Iowa State University, CPA
I am a full-time working mother of 3 girls and I play an active role in supporting
their activities such as dance, t-ball and tumbling. I have also played a part in various activities that support our family’s church, including the St. Mary’s Gala
Planning Committee, Mardi Gras and other fundraising activities. Some athletic
activities that I participate in are Women’s Golf League, Women’s Wallyball
League, Coed Volleyball League and a Mom’s tap class. I also actively support
my company’s role in community activities such as Relay for Life and Adopt a
Family.
FUTURE GOALS: My future goals are to live a healthy life that is well balanced
between work and family and to be a part of a community that encourages and
supports leaders who invest their time and talents in an effort to enhance and
grow the community.
When I am not working, I like to spend time with my family, attend and support my
family’s activities and participate in various community activities.
I enjoy the fact that each day presents a new and exciting challenge at work.
I enjoy working with people and developing their strengths and talents.
I enjoy living in a community where my children can play safely outside.
YOU WORK OR LIVE:
There have been many changes and improvements in Humboldt over the past few
years and I am very proud of what the community has done. The Humboldt Family
Aquatic Center, Riverfest and the Art Festival are a few examples of community
growth that we can be proud of. To continue on our path of growth and improvements, three things that I would like to see are: Continue the efforts to bring people
back to our great community. Continue to encourage participation from a more
diverse group of people. Continue to offer support to local businesses and business
leaders.
The golden and silver rules: Not only treat people how you want to be treated, but treat
people how they want to be treated.
I have learned that there is always another side to the story.
olly Varangkounh
Molly Varangkounh
Chance Walker
Chance Walker
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AGE: 22
FAMILY: Mom- Pamela; Dad - Randy; 2 sisters; Sarah Walker of Fort Dodge
and Nicole Nikolov of Baltimore, MD.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Hemann Martial Arts & Fitness
JOB TITLE: Owner/Instructor
EDUCATION: Associate of Arts Degree from ICCC, I am currently working on
attaining a BA from Buena Vista.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: I currently instruct 3 different martial arts as
well assist with the criminal justice program at ICCC. My martial arts
school periodically holds self-defense classes for women.
FUTURE GOALS: I hope to earn my BA in the next few years as well
as to help the martial arts grow in the community through practice
and education.
I find time to exercise, read, study, clean, and find other chores to
keep myself busy.
OR LIVE:
1. I do what I love for a living.
2. I love the friendly people around town.
3. I feel like I can make a difference, even just a small one.
1. I would like to see more activities to keep younger people busy.
2. I would like to see more venues for the arts in Fort Dodge.
3. I would always like to see more people of all ages genuinely respect each
other for who they are.
I know everyone has most likely heard this, but treat others with respect,
as well as yourself. The way you treat others is often a reflexion of how
much respect you have for yourself. Look at the way you
deal with others, no matter the circumstances. Respect others; respect
yourself. It will come back to you.
Everything you do has consequences. Think about your choices and
make the best decision possible. There is an old samurai saying, “live
each day prepared to die the next.” If you were to die tomorrow, what
would you leave behind. Would you go knowing you accomplished
what was necessary of you and everything was taken care of or would
you have lots of unfinished business or debt to leave to your heirs.
Don’t procrastinate. Don’t start tomorrow. Do it today. Live life the way
you want so that you will not fear death, but welcome it when the time
is right.
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Roger Williams
HOMETOWN: Pocahontas
AGE: 39
FAMILY: My wife Kirsten and our children Kayla, Tyler, Jenna and Grant.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Iowa Farms Associates, Inc.
JOB TITLE: President
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Iowa State
University
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Past President and current board Member
of the Fort Dodge Noon Kiwanis Club, Past Council member and
current member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church. 2006-2007
Dodge 2007-2008.
FUTURE GOALS: Continue to expand our farm management business and be more involved in the Fort Dodge community.
Spend time with my family and friends. I enjoy camping, fishing, golfing, and hunting.
OR LIVE:
1. The friendly community.
2. Being involved in the new era of renewable fuels in agriculture.
3. Educational system.
1.Continue to grow the greater Fort Dodge area.
2. Bring global businesses to the Fort Dodge area.
3. Improving activities in Fort Dodge i.e. water park.
Make sure you open the door when opportunity knocks.
Don’t burn bridges as you never know how life is going to and you
may need that relationship.
Roger Williams
Particpant and Steering Committee member of Leadership Fort
Sgt. Matt Wilson
gt. Matt Wilson
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HOMETOWN: Boone
AGE: 36
FAMILY: Married with two teenaged kids
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fort Dodge Police Department
JOB TITLE: Patrol Sergeant
EDUCATION: HS grad, ICCC Paramedic Program, ICEA grad
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: ABATE of Iowa member, CPR instructor
for the Red Cross, Work part-time at YMCA working with youth
and adults
FUTURE GOALS:
Retire as a captain from the FDPD, spend more time on the golf
course
Golfing, riding my motorcycle, Tae Kwon Do
WORK OR LIVE:
1. Enjoy working with a well-run police department.
2.The town leaders keep making things improve for everyone.
3. Have made a lot of friends in the 17 years I have lived here.
There are a lot of great people in Ft. Dodge.
THREE THINGS YOU’D LIKE TO SEE TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY WHERE YOU WORK OR LIVE:
1. More jobs to help Ft. Dodge keep growing.
2. More things for youth to do to keep them out of trouble.
3. Keep going with the improvements that have been made in cleaning up the town.
Just because things have been done the same way forever, doesn’t always make them the best way.
A LESSON LEARNED THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS: Working hard for the things you want makes you appreciate
them more.
Chad Wood
Chad Wood
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HOMETOWN: Burlington, IA
AGE: 33
FAMILY: Wife Amy, Daughter Ayden
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Smithway Motor Xpress
JOB TITLE: Controller
EDUCATION: BA in Accounting from Buena Vista University, Storm Lake
Iowa Central Assistant Football Coach (Running Backs: 1999-present) Fort
Dodge Young Professionals - Board Member (2006-present) Chamber of
Commerce - Board Member (2007-present)
Leadership Fort Dodge (2005-2006)
FUTURE GOALS:
To be the best father and husband I can be and to have another child.
I enjoy spending time with the family, golfing, staying involved with community
activities.
LIVE:
1. People make the biggest impact on your attitude about where you work
and live. I have been very fortunate to work with great people at Smithway
Motor Xpress and Iowa Central Community College.
2. There are many opportunities to get involved in the community. For example, Fort Dodge Young Professional, Chamber of Commerce and Service
Clubs.
3. Fort Dodge is a small enough community to get to know people outside of
workplace.
1. Fort Dodge seems more reactive them proactive. I hope with their new
plan, they can stay on top of the community needs and wants in the future.
2. I think it is great that Fort Dodge has a new Long Term Plan. Fort Dodge
needs to improve their communication to the community on how it plans to
implement their plan from the present to 2030.
3. Quality of Life improvements -Now that I have a child, my needs have
changed dramatically. My family has a hard time finding a place to go for
entertainment for the entire family. For example, during the summer we will
travel outside the community to find a modern pool facility for all ages.
Hard work does not guarantee success, but it does improve your chances to
become successful. Give every situation 100% and do it right and good
things will happen. If they don’t, you still will feel better about yourself knowing you did the right thing.
There are many things that happen during a day, year and a life-time; you will
be most successful if you only worry about the outcomes that you have control over.
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Ryan Zwiefel
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Humboldt
HOMETOWN: Humboldt
AGE: 30
FAMILY: My wife Mandy, our son -Cole, and soon-to-be-born baby girl -Summer.
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Computer Works and Vinyl Signs
JOB TITLE: Owner/Technician
EDUCATION: Graduated from Humboldt High School (1995), AAS in
Electrical Maintenance (1997), AAS in Computer Networking (2000),
Microsoft Certification Courses for Windows 2000, Dell Certification 2006
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: would like to join some different groups and
join some community activities, but have been too busy building my business and working on my acreage.
offered (for example, remote backup solutions for business and residential
customers, wireless internet access for surrounding customers, etc.)
Spending time with family, boating at Okoboji, riding four wheelers with my son.
1. Friendly hometown atmosphere. I go to customers and may meet them for the
first time and then you may see them out around town after 6 months and they
will still know you and thank you for the service you gave them.
2. There can be a lot of freedom in my position.
3. There are new and exciting challenges every day.
1. Community center for you the enjoy year round.
2. To see more businesses come to Humboldt.
3. Continued economic growth.
Move back to start my business in Humboldt because of the positive community with a
lot of support from industries and businesses.
Being self-employed is not as easy as it looks from the outside. It takes a lot of
commitment and devotion.
yan Zwiefel
FUTURE GOALS: For my business I would like to add on more services

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