98th Annual Report - Mason City Chamber of Commerce

2013-2014
Vision. Leadership. Advocacy.
98th Annual Report
The mission of the Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote progressive
community and economic development to benefit Chamber members and the North Iowa region.
Chairman’s Message
This is a great time to be in North Iowa! When it comes to creating economic growth and good jobs, local
leadership is the key. A growing body of research supports the assertion that pragmatic leaders at the local level
can take on issues that Washington will not, or cannot, solve.
We’re doing our best to do just that. With our Chamber partners and key stakeholders, we continue to emphasize
the benefits of worksite wellness, the importance of a skilled workforce, and the role community development plays
in economic development.
Take a look around. Locally, we are experiencing a renewed spirit of pride and accomplishment. This summer, we
hosted the WHO Tractor Ride, RAGBRAI, and the pyrotechnics convention. Our visitors gave North Iowa high
marks, and many are planning return visits.
Chambers play a pivotal role as drivers of America’s economy by helping to create and sustain the local ecosystem
for innovation, competitiveness, and productivity. We will continue to work for an environment where free
enterprise creates jobs and prosperity.
Kim Pang
Diamond Jo Casino-Worth County
2013-14 Chairman of the Board
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I offer sincere thanks to all our members. It is because of your support that we
can accomplish so much. Thank you for your continued investment in the Chamber and in our community.
Looking Ahead...
As you read this report, you’ll learn about the many accomplishments from the past year. Special thanks to Kim
Pang for leading the charge! We’ve already begun forging ahead with ambitious new priorities. Earlier this week,
the chamber board held a planning session and determined the areas to focus upon in the upcoming year.
We are committed to serve the North Iowa region by modeling best practices, making effective use of our
resources, planning for sustainability, and providing a return on investment for our members. Next year, we’ll
establish a program of work to:
• Establish collaborations to build the capacity and quality of our labor force.
• Embark upon community development initiatives to build the infrastructure and amenities necessary to attract
and retain residents and companies. We’re ready for the next BIG idea!
• Cultivate relationships with elected officials and staff to advance our shared goals of job creation, economic
growth, and a business climate conducive to success.
We have every reason to be optimistic. Thank you for your membership investment and thanks also to my board
colleagues for their time and commitment. I look forward to serving in the year ahead.
Bob Klocke
First Citizens National Bank
2014-15 Chairman of the Board
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Thank You
Annual Meeting
Sponsors!
Executive Board
Kim Pang
Chairman of the Board
Diamond Jo CasinoWorth County
Bob Klocke
Chairman - Elect
First Citizens National Bank
Todd Kirkpatrick
Treasurer
Clear Lake Bank & Trust
Holly Eichmann
DVP Workforce
Express Employment
Professionals
Traci Rohrer
DVP Community
& Membership
Wells Fargo Bank
Gary Hall
DVP Business
Iowa State University Extension
Steve Noto
DVP Government Affairs
Stoney Creek Hospitality
Corporation
Chamber Board
Thank You
Annual Meeting
Vendors!
Stewart Anderson
Wal-Mart SuperCenter
Sherry Becker
NIVC Services
Dave Bergan
Armour-Eckrich Meats
Brian Janssen
Allied Purchasing
Pam Klukow
Century 21 Preferred
Jerry Knoll
Hawkeye Auto Body
Tara McLaughlin
Country Inn & SuitesWorth County
Dr. Paul Manternach
Mercy Medical CenterNorth Iowa
Howard Query
Globe Gazette
Scott Smith
Mercy Medical CenterNorth Iowa
Julie Valencia
Kaplan University
Chad Wickman
Northern Cedar
Service
Joel Yunek
Yunek Law Firm PLC
Arby’s
Cabin Coffee
Country Meadow Place
Culligan Water Conditioning
Diamond Jo Casino
Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa
Hy-Vee East - Deli
Chamber Staff
Jimmy John’s
Kraft Foods
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Rib Crib BBQ & Grill
Whiskey Creek Woodfire Grill
Robin Anderson
President & Chief
Executive Officer
Allyson Krull
Marketing & Leadership
Development Director
Tanner O’Brien
Program Director
Gary Lindgren
Membership
Development Director
Sharon Lindgren
Membership Services
Director
Mikki Baker
Service & Operations
Director
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Small Business of the Year: North Iowa Oral Surgery
Dr. Lyell R. Hogg, DDS & Dr. Reda Taleb, DMD
Drs. Lyell Hogg and Reda Taleb are the recipients of the Chamber’s most prestigious award for 2014. North
Iowa Oral Surgery serves clients within an 80 mile radius of Mason City. Remarkably, these highly-trained
and accomplished professionals chose North Iowa as a place to make their homes and grow their business.
Professional Background
Dr. Hogg is a native of the Isle of Whithorn, a small fishing village in southwestern Scotland. He began
dentistry studies at the University of Glasgow, and then transferred to the University of Iowa where he
received a dental degree in 1995. Dr. Hogg was admitted to the highly-competitive oral surgery program
and spent four additional years in residency training with the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at
the UI Hospitals and Clinics. Following rigorous training and practicum, Dr. Hogg was board-certified in
2001 and passed recertification in 2011. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons. In 2010, Dr. Hogg received the Boss of the Year Award from the Mason City Chamber of
Commerce.
Dr. Lyell Hogg
Dr. Taleb was raised in a small town of Salamieh, Syria. His dream of a better life through higher education
led him to the U.S. He completed a BS degree in Chemistry at Wayne State University in Detroit. The
following year, he was admitted to the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health where he received a dental
degree in 2008. A very proud day for Dr. Taleb was May 4, 2007, when he became an American Citizen. In
2012, Dr. Taleb completed the Oral Surgery program at the University of Minnesota. He has received the
American Association of Oral Surgery Student Award, the American Association of Oral Pathology Student
Award, and the Association of Oral Medicine Award.
Business Philosophy
NI Oral Surgery strives to provide every patient with a caring, friendly, and professional approach to each
procedure. They have invested in the latest technology to bring state-of-the-art medical hardware and
software to the practice. Specialized technology enables them to perform “virtual surgeries” using dental
implant replicas to plan the actual procedures. According to Dr. Hogg, “It has revolutionized how we place
implants.” The entire staff lives and works by the office motto: Making the world a better place...one smile at
a time.
Dr. Reda Taleb
North Iowa Operations
The firm has made a significant investment in North Iowa by building a state-of-the-art facility last year. The brick and stone Neo-Prairie
style building is a wonderful complement to Mason City’s architectural heritage. The new building provides more than double the space
of their previous location in Forest Park Clinic.
The entire office has been designed for visual appeal and for efficiency. Surgery rooms, for example, include a separate door for surgical
assistants to enter and leave unobtrusively. The office was only the second dental surgery practice in the state to have an iCAT scanner
when the system was installed.
Understanding that dental phobias are commonplace, “scary” instruments are carefully concealed from wary patients in beautiful
cabinetry until they are needed for a procedure. The office includes five surgery rooms and two additional rooms for minor procedures;
a large recovery area; special areas for dental implant consultation and education; and a clerestory that brings natural light into the
building and houses the building’s mechanical system.
The Small Business of the Year is selected annually from nominations submitted by Chamber members. The selection committee
considers business philosophy, achievements, volunteer service, and overall impact on the community in making the award.
2013 Haas Chiropractic Clinic
2012 Boxes Unlimited
2011 Cabin Coffee Company
2010 Hawkeye Auto Body
2009 Woodharbor Doors & Cabinetry
2008 Larry Elwood Construction
2007 Harley Davidson of Mason City
2006 Heartland Asphalt
2005 Varied Industries
2004 Moorman Clothiers
2003 Metalcraft
2002 Ken Petersen Builders
2001 Sound World
2000 Design Lighting Center
1999 River City Ready Mix
1998 Midwest Roofing
1997 Henningsen Co.
1996 Express Personnel Services
1995 Van Horn Auto Parts
1994 Latham Furniture
1993 Hovland Enterprises
1992 Godfathers
1991 Hardees Restaurant
1990 Stoyles Printing Services
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Boss of the Year 2014: Dalena Barz
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB, KYTC - Mason City - Digity Communications
There are good bosses. There are great bosses. But according to her staff, Dalena Barz is
neither. She’s an extraordinary boss.
Unlike some managers who have their office in a private area, Dalena prefers to be visible to
everyone who comes through the front door: visitors AND employees. She has a knack for
making people feel welcome and appreciated.
The employee who nominated Dalena for this honor delivered the form with a pair of rosecolored eyeglasses attached. Apparently, there are times when Dalena has been told to “take
off the rose-colored glasses and see what is happening in the real world.” However, Dalena’s
team sees those “rose colored glasses” as one of her greatest strengths. She sees the positive
in people and in situations. She not only believes in possibilities, she is able to communicate
her vision. Not surprisingly, Dalena has led her team down a path in which many seemingly
impossible things have been achieved.
Business is challenging, with more demands than ever before. As a manager, Dalena is faced
with situations, problems, and issues every day. While she may have the weight of the world
on her shoulders, the staff at the station would never guess. She never lets the demands of
her job interfere with their ability to do their jobs.
Dalena Barz, General Manager
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB, KYTC - Mason City
Digity Communications
Congratulations to Dalena Barz, General Manager at Digity Radio in Mason City. Thank you for being a mentor, confidant, role model,
and friend. We salute you!
Former Recipients:
2013 Diane Murphy, Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa ▪ 2012 Troy Swanson, Cargill Kitchen Solutions ▪ 2011 Heather Englin, American Cancer
Society ▪ 2010 Dr. Lyell Hogg & Dr. Todd Juhlin ▪ 2009 John Michel, Kraft Foods ▪ 2008 Jay Lala, Central Park Dentistry ▪ 2007 Daryl Berg,
Cargill Kitchen Solutions ▪ 2006 Mary Ingham, Crisis Intervention Services ▪ 2005 Gregg Maakestad, First Citizens National Bank
Distinguished Citizen: Mick Baker
This year’s Distinguished Citizen Award honors a man with many notable accomplishments.
Mason City doesn’t have a better cheerleader than Mick Baker. His name is nearly synonymous with
“Mason City”. A native of Luverne, Mick and his late wife, Sally, have called Mason City home since
1963. The Bakers purchased Baker Floral in 1977 and successfully ran the operation for many years.
As a leader in the cultural community, Mick serves as a board member of the NIACC Performing
Arts & Leadership Series. His past board and committee service extends to Hospice of North Iowa,
First United Methodist Church, the North Iowa Band Festival, NIACC Life Long Learners, and the
NIACC Presidents Club. In addition to providing organizational leadership, Mick is a tireless and
generous worker. He is a limo driver and docent for the Historic Park Inn Hotel, and enjoys sharing his
knowledge of Mason City with guests from near and far.
Mick has a deep love for music, and participates in the First Methodist Church Choir and has served
as a volunteer, tour guide, and Meredith Willson impersonator at The Music Man Square. He enjoys
travel, and assists the Chamber as both a volunteer and promoter of the Global Familiarization Tours.
The Distinguished Citizen Award recognizes a Mason City resident based upon leadership,
membership and participation in community organizations, length of residence, and active service to the
community.
Mick Baker
Former Recipients:
2013 Scott Tornquist ▪ 2012 Dennis Reidel ▪ 2011 Jim FitzPatrick ▪ 2010 Robin Edgar ▪ 2009 Peggy Bang ▪ 2008 Jean Marinos ▪ 2007
Bonnie McCoy ▪ 2006 Bill Killpack ▪ 2005 Keith Sersland ▪ 2004 Rosie Hussey ▪ 2003 Ann MacGregor ▪ 2002 Joel & Joyce Hanes ▪
2001 Carl Miller ▪ 2000 Robert McCoy ▪ 1999 Margo Underwood ▪ 1998 Barbara MacGregor ▪ 1997 Rich & Shirley Dean ▪ 1996 Leigh
Curran ▪ 1995 Herb Kennedy ▪ 1994 Ralph Wallace ▪ 1993 Lola Rhem ▪ 1992 David Murphy ▪ 1991 Safford Lock ▪ 1990 Francis Holland
▪ 1989 Dan Klempnauer ▪ 1988 Art Fischbeck ▪ 1987 Dorothy Curran ▪ 1986 Dick Bailey ▪ 1985 Ken Kew ▪ 1984 Karl Johannsen
Phone 641.423.5724www.masoncityia.comchamber@masoncityia.comFax 641.423.5725
2013-2014 Accomplishments
The Chamber focused its efforts upon several key initiatives within the priority areas
of Advocacy, Workforce, Community Development, and Organizational Strength.
Advocacy
As an advocate on behalf of its members, the Chamber stays on top of all relevant
political, regulatory, and legislative issues impacting local commerce. The working
relationships we foster with elected officials and staff members resulted in several
opportunities for chamber members to meet in small groups with state officials (e.g.
DNR Director Chuck Gipp, Cultural Affairs Director Mary Cownie, IEDA Director Debi
Durham) and elected officials (e.g. Secretary of State Matt Schultz, US Congressman
Steve King, et al) in the past year.
Workforce
Workforce Preparedness--Because a high-quality workforce is vital to the prosperity
of our region, the Chamber is actively involved in collaborations that build the
capacity and quality of our labor force. The Chamber signed on as an early
proponent of the Skilled Iowa initiative, and actively encourages use of the National
Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) by local schools, colleges, and employers. The
Chamber is represented on the North Central Regional STEM Advisory Council and
has co-sponsored STEM festivals at schools in North Iowa.
Worksite Wellness--According to the Gallup Healthways Wellbeing Index, the Mason
City work environment has improved from a score of 39.7% at the beginning of the
Blue Zones Project to 53.4% in the most recent poll. Currently, 37 employers have
completed the rigorous process necessary to be designated as Blue Zones Worksites.
Community Development
Community development initiatives led by the Chamber to create a unique sense of
place are beginning to pay big dividends. This year, Mason City hosted several events
that attracted thousands of visitors to North Iowa including the WHO Tractor Ride,
RAGBRAI, and the International Pyrotechnics Guild.
Our creative culture is evident with artistic inspiration at every turn: River City
Sculptures on Parade, “Tunes for the Town”, and architectural treasures. Currently,
volunteers and staff are hard at work to address East State Street blight by
undertaking a huge project to move and rehabilitate flood damaged houses to that
area, including the Historic Egloff House.
Economic Development
Global familiarization is a key to competing in a global economy. Our Chamber
Mission Trips to important U.S. trading partners offer a glimpse to their customs,
heritage, and culture. Please consider joining the Chamber on an upcoming trip to
China, Australia/New Zealand, or Thailand.
Organizational Strength
The Chamber Board adopted a new staffing structure as part of an overall
sustainability plan that enables a renewed focus on membership service, leadership,
and community development.
Phone 641.423.5724www.masoncityia.comchamber@masoncityia.comFax 641.423.5725
Thank You Committee Members!
AMBASSADORS
Pam Klukow, Chair
The Ambassadors are the “Greeting Arm” of the Chamber and make calls on new members, new businesses, and new managers. The
Ambassadors hosted 31 ribbon cutting ceremonies and 2 ground breakings, and made 42 team calls on new members and managers
this past year to welcome them to the Chamber. Congratulations to Eric Levenhagen for being awarded “Ambassador of the Year!”
Current Ambassadors
Dalena Barz
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB, KYTC
Mason City
Digity Communications
Shaun Hoffman
Stifel
Edith Blanchard
MacNider Art Museum
Mary Holmes
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB, KYTC
Mason City
Digity Communications
Jenny Doughty
NIVC Services
Adam Duffy
Edwards-Brandt &
Associates
Michelle Jurgens
Heritage Care &
Rehabilitation
Center
Pam Klukow
Committee Chair
Century 21 Preferred
Holly Eichmann
Express Employment
Professionals
Steve Kruse
NSB Bank
Fred Fenchel
Fred T. Fenchel
Entertainment
Mike Fitzgerald
KIMT-TV, MY3.2 TV
Drew Gappa
NSB Bank
Stephanie Hassebroek
Clear Lake Bank & Trust
Libby Lembke
KCMR-FM
Inspiration 97.9FM
Eric Levenhagen
ProWise Tax &
Accounting
Megan McConnell
Country Meadow
Place
Dan McGuire
First Citizens
National Bank
Retired Ambassadors 2013-14
Tara McLaughlin
Country Inn & Suites
Worth County
Sheena Murray
Hy-Vee West
Jamie Nelson
Tami Ramon
98.7 Kiss Country /
103.7 The Fox / KIOW
107.3 / KCHA 95.9
98.7 Kiss Country /
103.7 The Fox / KIOW
107.3 / KCHA 95.9
Traci Rohrer
Wells Fargo Bank
of Iowa
Melissa Schoneberg Paula Zimmerman
Habitat for Humanity Clear Lake Bank
& Trust
Molly Anderegg, NIACC;
Barrett deCathelineau, NSB Bank;
Lynn Ptacek, Newman Catholic School;
Sarah Schipper, Clarion/River City Bar &
Grill; Clayt Schulz, Major Erickson Funeral
Home; Joey Van Zomeren, Country Club
Stables; Mike Winblade, Hy-Vee West;
Mary Ann Woods, US Bank;
Congratulations to
Clayt Schulz
for serving more
than 25 years
as an Ambassador!
Ambassador of the Year
Eric Levenhagen
ProWise Tax & Accounting
BUSINESS RESOURCE
Julie Valencia, Chair
The Business Resource Committee hosted a variety of events this year, including a “Women in Business” mini-series February-April;
Business Savvy Series led by Action Coach Andy O’Brien May-December 2014; a “Business to Business Identity Theft” lunch seminar in
September; and determined the “Small Business of the Year” and “Boss of the Year” award recipients for 2013-2014. They are looking
forward to another packed and productive year to provide educational opportunities and business resources for our members!
Renee Anderson-Bartz
NIACC
Julie Bauer
First Citizens
National Bank
Tony Buhr
Manpower
Nathan Kueker
Fencig Enterprises, Inc.
Lana LaFrenz
Kelly Services
Andy O’Brien
ActionCOACH
Brad Schoneberg
First Citizens
National Bank
Julie Valencia
Committee Chair
Kaplan University
Kelly Wessels
KTTC/Fox 47 KXLT
Not Pictured: Angela Backhaus, IowaWorks & Eric Nietzke, NIACC
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Thank You Committee Members!
AGRIBUSINESS
Linda Anderegg, Chair
The Agribusiness committee hosted Roger McEowen in January to discuss taxes in the Ag Community. They also hosted the 32nd
Annual Ag Breakfast in March and served almost 400 guests! This year’s Ag Tour travels to Fertile Valley Gardens on October 3rd.
Linda Anderegg
Committee Chair
JoAnn Bartusek
Iowa State University
Extension
Mike Hegvedt
EXIT Realty
Mason City
Cory Huber
Wells Fargo Bank
of Iowa
Cerro Gordo County
Farm Bureau
Dalena Barz
Jerome Bormann
First Citizens
National Bank
Brian Carlson
EXIT Realty
Mason City
Cal Dickson
Hertz Farm
Management, Inc.
Betsy Jensen
Cargill Kitchen
Solutions
Tyler Kerr
REG Mason City
Steve Kruse
NSB Bank
Alex Kuhn
Henkel
Construction Co.
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB,
KYTC - Mason City
Digity Communications
Pat Goedken
Clear Lake Bank
& Trust
Gary Loos
Hertz Farm
Management, Inc.
Fred Greder
Benchmark
Agribusiness, Inc.
Michael Lunning
Varied Industries
Corporation
Gary Hall
Iowa State University
Extension
Jamie Nelson
98.7 Kiss Country / 103.7
The Fox / KIOW 107.3 /
KCHA 95.9
Not Pictured:
Marvin
Borcherding,
AgriCare Farm
Management, Inc.
& Frank Fox, Fox
Auction Company
Ronald Rachut
Fertile Valley
Gardens
Matt Rasmuson
Principal Financial
Group
EVENTS
Stacy Rieken
Manpower
John Sjolinder
Brad Schoneberg
Iowa State University
First Citizens
Extension
National Bank
Jesse Stewart
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB,
KYTC - Mason City
Digity Communications
Troy Swanson
Cargill Kitchen
Solutions
Sterling Young
Hertz Farm
Management, Inc.
Bonnie (Hruska) Burnett, Former Chair ▪ Mike Castle, Current Chair
The Events Committee hosted the annual Chamber Bowl in February with a well-executed two night event. The annual Golf Outing
was a success, despite all the water on the course, and committee members greeted guests at each Business After Hours.
The upcoming year looks bright for this committee as they take on new challenges and refine their annual events!
Jerome Bormann
First Citizens
National Bank
Mike Castle
Committee Chair
Northwestern Mutual
Financial Network
Chelsea Frederick
Manpower
Bonnie (Hruska)
Burnett
TeamQuest
Amanda Johnson
Culligan Water
Conditioning
Keri Ostercamp
Sally Paulson
Pam Johnsrud
Danielle Pommrehn
Mason City Parks & North Iowa Community Principal Financial Holiday Inn Express &
Credit Union
Group
Recreation
Suites - Mason City
Not Pictured:
Heather Forburger,
Polking & Polking, D.D.S. and
Toni Timmer,
98.7 Kiss Country / 103.7 The
Fox / KIOW 107.3 / KCHA 95.9
Tami Ramon
98.7 Kiss Country /
103.7 The Fox / KIOW
107.3 / KCHA 95.9
Ann Shaffer
Community
Supporter
Crystal Shellhart
Holiday Inn Express &
Suites - Mason City
Carmen Tickal
Oak Leaf
Collectibles
Chamber Bowl & Golf Outing
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Thank You Committee Members!
NORTH IOWA BAND FESTIVAL
Dennis Reidel, Chair
The North Iowa Band Festival Committee hosted the memorable 76th North Iowa Band Festival – “76 Trombones!”. The event
took place in beautiful East Park over Memorial Day weekend. The car show, carnival, marketplace, Stu Nevermann Run, and FREE
entertainment attract new fans every year.
Jared Allen
KGLO, KLSS, KIAI, KRIB, KYTC
Mason City
Digity Communications
Jackie Murphy
Principal Financial
Group
Amanda Ragan
Community Kitchen
of North Iowa
Vance Baird
Community
Supporter
Carrie Berg
Community
Supporter
Jamie Nelson
Karl Nedved
98.7 Kiss Country / 103.7
U.S. Postal Service The Fox / KIOW 107.3 /
Bob Berggren
City of Mason City
Julie Olson
Clear Lake Schools
KCHA 95.9
Dennis Reidel
Committee Chair
Overhead Door Co.
of Mason City
Traci Rohrer
Wells Fargo Bank
of Iowa
Bill Stangler
City of Mason City
Amy Fleming
KIMT-TV, MY3.2 TV
Russ Kramer
Chris Frenz
Mason City
North Iowa Area
Community College Community Schools
Dixie Ouverson
Cerro Gordo
County
Brian Pauly
Mason City Parks
& Recreation
Ken Petersen
Petersen Plaza
Mark Suby
Community
Supporter
Tom Thoma
Globe Gazette
Dana Thomas
Bergland + Cram
Architects
Save the Date for the
77th Annual North Iowa
Band Festival
May 21-25, 2015!
Ron Vande Weerd
City of Mason City
Nancy Wolf
Diamond Jo Casino
Worth Co.
Thank You to the 2014 Band Festival Sponsors!
Drum Major Sponsors
Band Master Sponsors
®
Flag Corps Sponsors
Burns Insurance & Financial ▪ Casey’s General Store ▪ Clear Lake Bank & Trust ▪ Kaplan University ▪
Kingland Sytems ▪ Lehigh Cement Co. ▪ Marco, Inc. ▪ Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa ▪ NIACC ▪ Rieman Music
Phone 641.423.5724www.masoncityia.comchamber@masoncityia.comFax 641.423.5725
Congratulations Leadership Graduates!
2013-2014 LEADERSHIP NORTH IOWA GRADUATES
Good leaders know the importance of lifelong learning and networking. Leadership North Iowa provides both by connecting students
with emerging and established leaders. Participants learn leadership skills and examine the economic and social issues of our area.
Classes are held every Tuesday for 12 weeks. The 2015 class begins January 6, 2015 - contact the Chamber for more information!
Mark Anderson
Kim Badker
Cargill Kitchen Solutions First Citizens
National Bank
Jonathan Krause
Robin McClelland
OmniTel’s Technology
North Iowa
Central Bus. Sol.
Events Center
Tanya Pfau
Allied Purchasing
Crystal Ressler
Edgar Financial
Group
Amy Berding
North Iowa Community
Credit Union
Dr. Kyle Burgmeier Caitlin Callahan
Burgmeier
Wright on the Park
Dentistry
Abby Murray
Jillian McIntire
North Iowa Community
NSB Bank
Kyle Sievers
Henkel
Construction Co.
PK Christopherson
Brigitte DeBell
First Citizens
Clear Lake Bank &
National Bank
Trust Co.
Credit Union
Teresa Nelson
Henkel
Construction Co.
North Iowa Area
Council of Gov.
Dana Thomas
Bergland + Cram
Architects
Darlene Weber
QPS Employment
Group
Whitney Wilson
Golden Grain
Energy LLC
Matt O’Brien
Tanner O’Brien
Kativa Eckholt
Drew Gappa
NSB Bank
Lisamarie Odeen
Tim Olson
Cargill Kitchen
Solutions
Mason City Chamber
of Commerce
Mason City Chamber North Iowa Community
Credit Union
of Commerce
Jessica Harrington
Stoney Creek
Hospitality Corporation
Eric Paulson
Wells Fargo Bank
of Iowa
Toni Wymore
First Citizens
National Bank
LNI Service Projects
2013-2014 YIELD GRADUATES
The Chamber and Mason City Youth Task Force formed a partnership in 2003 to provide leadership training for area youth. The YIELD
program (Youth Investing Energy in Leadership Development) is an investment in our future citizens and leaders that will surely yield
huge benefits for North Iowa. This program has become a model for youth leadership programs and has been replicated in other
communities, including some in our region.
Brooke
Anthony
Bria
Berggren
Tristan
Bernhard
Tove
Conway
Kendall
Cornick
Daniella
Debrah
Draven
Gutierrez
Nicole
Hehr
Maddie
Kim
Billy
O’Neill
Dane
Papouchis
Zoie
Papouchis
Jordan
Rowe
Jahnya
Schinagel
David
Schupick
Ian
Sloan
Kaytlyn
Smith
Elijah
Warfield
Spencer
Wihlm
Alex
Wiltsie
Special thanks to this year’s YIELD supporters who provided the professional expertise and financial resources necessary to continue this
important program. Sponsors: Ag Processing, Inc., Dr. Judith Demro, PC, Edward Jones – John Rowe, Family Dentistry, First Citizens National Bank,
Harley Davidson of Mason City, Heartland Asphalt, Heiny McManigal Duffy Stambaugh & Anderson, PLC, Henkel Construction, Hogan-BremerMoore Colonial Chapels, Mason City Red Power, Nettleton Dental Group, North Iowa Community Credit Union, North Iowa Eye Clinic, NSB Bank,
River City Morning Kiwanis, Stadheim Jewelers, US Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank of Iowa.
Phone 641.423.5724www.masoncityia.comchamber@masoncityia.comFax 641.423.5725
Office Volunteers
Volunteers . . . a gift to the community. Volunteers truly help us succeed; they put so much heart into every deed.
Thanks, Volunteers, for the gifts that you share - your commitment of time and your generous care!
Merritt Balmer
Virginia Balmer
Shirley Fuller
Walt Fuller
Sherry Schmidtke
Mason City...a Certified Blue Zones Community
Mason City employers are committed to worksite wellness, and the number of chamber members who completed the
rigorous requirements for designation as a Blue Zones Worksite is proof. These employers have implemented worksite
practices that improve the health and well-being of their employees. Congratulations!
If your business is interested in pursuing this certification, contact Tanner O’Brien at the Chamber.
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Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers
Armour Eckrich Meats, LLC
Cargill Kitchen Solutions
City of Mason City
Culligan
Curries
Edwards-Brandt & Associates
First Citizens National Bank
Four Oaks/Mason City
Harding Elementary School
Henkel Construction Company
Hoover Elementary School
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Hy-Vee Drugstore
Hy-Vee East Grocery Store
Hy-Vee West Grocery Store
IOOF Home & Community Therapy Center
Jefferson Elementary School
John Adams Middle School
Kaplan University
Lincoln Intermediate School
Mason City Alternative School
Mason City Community Schools--Administration
Mason City Family YMCA
Mason City High School
• Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa
• Metalcraft, Inc.
• Midwest Roofing/Overhead Door Company
of Mason City
• North Iowa Area Community College
• North Iowa Community Credit Union
• North Iowa Community Credit Union-West
• NSB Bank
• NSB Bank-East
• Pepsi Beverages Company
• Principal Financial Group-Mason City
• Roosevelt Elementary School
Chamber Presidents & Board Chairs
1916: A.M. Schanke
1917: B.C. Way
1918: W.S. Wilcox
1919-20: T.A. Potter
1922-23: H.D. Reynolds
1924-25: E.S. Selby
1926: J.H. Marston
1927-28: G.E. Breese
1929-30: E.H. Wagner
1931-32: B.A. Webster
1933-37: W.G.C. Bagley
1938: H.M. Knudson
1938-40: F.G. Duffield
1941-42: H.L. Campbell
1944-46: M. C. Lawson
1947: W.J. Walker
1948-49: F.J. Olson
1950-51: W.B. Rae
1952-53: C.F. Weaver
1954-55: J.D. Vance
1956: H.E. Van Essen
1957: C.A. Henkel
1958: Richard L. Currie
1959: R.D. Casey
1960-61: K.P. Johannsen
1962: Jack MacNider
1963-64: Dr. L.W. Swanson
1965-66: Ray Rorick
1966-67: L. Loers
1968: Milton Raizes
1969: Rex Bailey
1970: Art Fischbeck
1971-72: B. Palmer
1972-73: W. Wilkins
1973-74: E. McDaniel
1974-75: Jack Carlson
1975-76: Jack Mackin
1976-77: Jack Nielsen
1977-78: Dick Wagner
1978-79: D. Low
1979-80: B. Girton
1980-81: Jack King
1981-82: Arlene Gilbert
1982-83: Jack Knapp
1983-84: Hal Haver
1984-85: Jerry Bretey
1985-86: Tom Schaefer
1986-87: Catharine Ayers
1987-88: James Locher
1988-89: Charlie MacNider
1989-90: Bob Westbee
1990-91: Robert Layfield
1991-92: David Buettner
1992-93: Bob McClurg
1993-94: Doug Rozendaal
1994-95: Gary Lafrenz
1995-96: Ken Bales
1996-97: Scott Westermann
1997-98: Kathy Loeckle
1998-99: Dave Sorenson
1999-2000, 2001-02: Keith Sersland
2000-02: Tom Douglas
2002-03: Craig Olson
2003-04: Mike Arens
2004-05, 2010-11: John Michel
2005-06: Marti Rodamaker
2006-07: Dennis Reidel
2007-08: Robin Edgar
2008-09: Jim FitzPatrick
2009-10: Andy Hubbard
2011-12: Tom O’Neill
2012-13: Dr. Debra Derr
2013-14: Kim Pang
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Premier
Members
50+ Year Members
SPECIAL THANKS
These businesses have been loyal members for more than 50 years. We appreciate their
continued confidence in the Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce.
1900s – 100+ Year Members
Coca Cola Company - 1908
United Sugars - 1908
Wells Fargo Bank of Iowa - 1912
1920s
Locher Law Firm - 1920
1st Insurance - 1921
1930s
Alliant Energy - 1934
Globe Gazette - 1934
Bank of America - 1936
Heiny, McManigal, Duffy, Stambaugh &
Anderson - 1938
Arnold Motor Supply - 1939
1940s
McKiness Excavating – 1940
Mid-West Roofing Company/Custom
SheetMetal Works - 1940
Northwestern Mutual Financial
Network - 1940
US Bank - 1941
Allied Purchasing - 1942
Mason City Tent & Awning - 1942
Cerro Gordo Abstract - 1943
McGladrey & Pullen - 1943
Floyd & Leonard - 1944
Henkel Construction - 1944
Masters Chiropractic - 1945
Hosmer Honda - 1945
Petroblend - 1946
Carroll Sales Co., Inc. - 1947
WHKS Engineers, Planners &
Surveyors - 1948
Fareway Stores, Inc. #491 - 1949
Mason City Airport Commission - 1949
1950s
DeVries & Price - 1950
Midland Concrete Products - 1950
Culver-Hahn Electric Supply - 1951
Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa - 1951
Graham Tire Co. - 1952
Huber Supply Co. - 1952
KIMT-TV, MY3.2 TV - 1954
Lehigh Cement Co., LLC - 1955
Pepsi Beverages Company - 1955
Plumb Supply Co.- 1955
Bergland + Cram Architects - 1956
Decker Sporting Goods - 1956
Jefferson Lines, Inc. - 1956
Cerro Gordo County Farm Bureau - 1957
Blackmore Nursery - 1957
Ted Enabnit - 1958
Metalcraft, Inc. - 1958
The Nettleton Dental Group, P.C. - 1958
O’Brien Moving & Storage - 1958
Winston & Byrne, P.C. – 1958
Major Erickson Funeral Home – 1959
Mason City Family YMCA - 1959
1960s
Edwards-Brandt & Associates - 1960
Fred T. Fenchel Entertainment
Agency - 1960
Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial
Chapel - 1960
Holtz Realty - 1960
McDonald’s Restaurant - 1960
Pappajohn, Shriver, Eide & Nielsen,
P.C. - 1960
Birdsall’s Ice Cream - 1961
Thank you to this year’s Premier
Members who have gone above and
beyond in their support of Chamber
programs and events.
Gold ($6,000 & up)
First Citizens National Bank
Silver ($3,000 - $5,999)
Clear Lake Bank & Trust
Curries
Kraft Foods
Principal Financial Group
ITC Midwest
Kaplan University
Union Pacific
Bronze ($1,000 -$2,999)
Henkel Construction Company
Wells Fargo Bank of Iowa
Wal-Mart SuperCenter
Corporate Farmer
Alliant Energy
Diamond Jo
Casey’s General Store
Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa
NIACC
Be Our Guest
T
une in Friday mornings to
the Chamber “Be Our Guest”
program at 8:40AM on KRIB
1490 AM. Three Eagles
Communications provides this benefit to
Chamber members free of charge. If you
would like to schedule a guest spot on the
show, please contact the Chamber. Listen
in for October’s guests!
October 3
Social Connections
October 10
Life Connections
October 17
Artoberfest
October 24
Otto’s Oasis
October 31
Air Choice One
Sara Broers
Emily Forseth
Edith Blanchard
Cheryl Lewis
Cassie Davison
Phone 641.423.5724www.masoncityia.comchamber@masoncityia.comFax 641.423.5725
Chamber Events
Periodical Postage Paid at Mason City, Iowa
(USPS 060-350)
Upcoming Events
Time:
4:30-6:30PM
Date:
Thursday, October 23
Location:
Henkel Construction
208 E State Street
Mason City
Wednesday
Business Resource Committee | 12-1PM
Thursday
98th Chamber Annual Meeting | 11:30AM-1PM October 1
October 2
Tuesday
Business Savvy Series | 8-9:30AM
October 3
October 8
Thursday
November Events
Nov 4
Business Savvy
Nov 6 Business After Hours
October 9
Friday
October 10
Thursday
October 16
Wednesday
October 22
IOOF Home & Community Therapy Center
Nov 26 Chamber Board
Meeting
The Music Man Square | 308 S Pennsylvania
Ag Tour | 1-4PM
Wednesday
Join us for networking at October’s
Business After Hours with Henkel
Construction!
Farrer Room | NIRCC | 9 N Federal
Friday
October 7
Sponsored
By:
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Fertile Valley Gardens | 11:45: Load bus at North Iowa Events Center
Board Room | NIRCC | 9 N Federal
Ag Business Committee | 7:30-8:30AM
Wine Room | Hy-Vee West | 2400 4th St SW
Events Committee | 12-1PM
Farrer Room | NIRCC | 9 N Federal
Band Festival Committee | 12:15-1PM
Band Festival Room | NIRCC | 9 N Federal
Blue Zones Worksite Committee | 12-1PM
Board Room | NIRCC | 9 N Federal
JoAnn Corely: Talent Management | 2-3:30PM Third Floor Event Room| NIRCC | 9 N Federal
Ribbon Cutting | 9:30-10AM Premier Cleaners | 32 2nd street NE
Thursday
October 23
Ribbon Cutting | 11-11:30AM
Phoenix |1631 4th St, SW Suite 115
Ribbon Cutting | 11:30AM-12PM
Stifel| 7 N Federal
Business After Hours | 4:30-6:30PM Henkel Construction| 208 East State St
This is a Mason City Chamber of Commerce Publication.
Mason City, Iowa 50401 641.423.5724
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Chamber of Commerce, 9 North Federal Avenue, Mason City,
IA 50401-3250. Second Class postage paid at Mason City, IA.
Postmaster: send address changes to The Chamber, 9 North
Federal Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401-3250.
Friday
October 24
Phone 641.423.5724
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