Members
Logan Dempsey
President
Commercial Banking Officer
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
https://crbt.bank/
Email: dempsey@crbt.com
Phone: 319.361.1523
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In his role as Commercial Banking Officer for Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, Logan assists in business development and relationship management. Logan tailors financial solutions to help business owners and real estate investors achieve their goals. Since joining Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust in 2017, Logan has quickly become a valuable and trusted asset to both the bank and its clients. He obtained his finance degree from the University of Northern Iowa. In Logan’s spare time he enjoys helping out on the farm, golfing, hunting, snowmobiling or spending time with my family.
Chris Overturf
Treasurer
Managing Principal
LattaHarris, LLP
www.lattaharris.com
Email: coverturf@lattaharris.com
Phone: 319.366.2163
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Chris Overturf is a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst) and is the managing partner of LattaHarris, LLP. He graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in accounting in 1997, and began in public accounting practice with a small local firm in the Twin Cities that same year. Chris joined the Cedar Rapids office of LattaHarris in October of 2008. His specialties are federal and state income taxation, business valuation and litigation support services, and general business consulting. LattaHarris is a regional accounting firm with offices in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Washington, Tipton, Richland, Toledo and Grundy Center, and offers experience in tax, accounting, payroll, financial statement preparation and review, bookkeeping and business valuation services. Chris is also active in the community as the treasurer for the Orchestra Iowa Board of Directors, is an active member in Cedar Rapids Daybreak Rotary and sits on the Board of Directors for Act1 of Benton County. Chris and his wife Holly reside in Urbana, and have two daughters.
Janet Beal
Membership Coordinator
Financial Advisor
Winner Lynk Advisory Group
https://www.guidewealthpartners.com/team/janet-beal
Email: jbeal@winnerlynk.com
Phone: 319.730.7526
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Jan is a Certified Financial PlannerTM with over 30 years of experience. Her passion is caring for her clients and helping them achieve their financial goals. She prioritizes her clients’ individual wants and needs, which enables her to identify and develop meaningful goals and objectives. She also has the honor of being a guest “financial expert” on our KCRG local ABC news station once a month.
Outside of the office, Jan enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband, two grown children and her grandson. She also enjoys golfing, biking, reading.
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Amber Matson
Past-President
Vice President/Mortgage Loan Officer
GreenState Credit Union
www.greenstate.org/ambermatson
Email: ambermatson@greenstate.org
Phone: 319.730.3217
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For the last 21 years, I have been providing sound financial advice to borrowers of all stages of life as it pertains to one of their largest investments, their home. Trust, patience and honesty, as well as thorough communication and follow-through, lay the foundation for which my career has been built. Being a Mortgage Loan Officer fills my bucket. I love building relationships with homebuyers in all walks of life, whether they be first-time homebuyers or repeat buyers.
I was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, attending Prairie High School and then the University of Northern Iowa. My husband Mark is a teacher in the Cedar Rapids Community School District. I have three children, two of which are adults, and one that is an energetic 10 year old. In my free time, I love traveling to warm places, playing slow-pitch softball and spending time with friends and family.
Joe Schmitt
Owner
Rapids Wholesale
Email: joe.schmitt@rapidswholesale.com
Phone: 319.533.6941
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Rapids is a nationwide provider of commercial foodservice equipment and supplies & service. We utilize a direct sales force, web sales, catalog sales and retail showroom sales & offer full service design, procurement installation, training and project management services for any project. We also offer full service equipment and facility management services for multi unit restaurant operators across the country. Joe is also a member of Metro North Rotary and the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association.
Joe and his wife, Geri, have been married for 41 years & have 4 children and 10 grandchildren. They enjoy time at their lake house sharing time with family and friends. He also enjoys golf, travel on fun local day trips, and supporting local charities and organizations dedicated to young people in need.
Brian Doyle
Principal/Senior Advisor
Acumen Benefit Advisors
www.acumenadvisors.com
Email: bdoyle@acumenadvisors.com
Phone: 319.731.0503
Acumen is an independent employee benefits firm specializing in finding the best possible solutions for our clients by applying our proprietary data analysis process to their unique needs. Our in-depth process allows us to guide our clients to make strategic and more knowledgeable decisions about their employee benefits plan for their needs today and in the future. Our name reflects our mission to provide clients with greater insight about their employee benefits plans in order to help them make informed, long term, cost effective decisions that ultimately give them more control.
Mandy Ferrante
Agent
Bouslog Insurance
www.bouslog.com
Email: mandy@bouslog.com
Phone: 319.377.7321
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Mandy Ferrante is a licensed personal and commercial insurance agent. She has been at Bouslog since 2012 and loves helping her clients find great coverage for the best price by comparing their many different companies. Mandy is also active in the community through Junior League of Cedar Rapids and Big Brother Big Sisters.
Jason Miller
Senior Business Development Manager
Price Electric
www.priceelectric.us
Email: jmiller@priceelectric.us
Phone: 319.393.6406 ext. 209
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Jason has served the electrical industry in the CR Metro and Corridor areas for 24 years and employed by Price Electric for 20 of those. In the company of 200 employees, he is currently serving as a Senior Business Development Manager and is responsible for planning and executing the growth and development of the company as well as maintaining the relationships of his clients. Price Electric is a diversified company, leading the industry in virtual construction with specialty markets consisting of industrial, commercial, residential, communications, utility, and traveling workforces. Jason is married to his wife Stacy, has two children: Brandon and Sadie, and resides in Marion, Iowa. He enjoys fishing, golfing, woodworking, drumming, mountain biking, and the Minnesota Vikings.
Jim Angstman
Commercial Realtor
Coldwell Banker Hedges Realty
http://www.cbhrealty.com/jimangstman
Email: jangstman@cbhrealty.com
Phone: 319.540.1800
Jim Angstman has been involved in real estate, land development and commercial / residential construction since 1999. Jim’ helps his customers with all aspects of commercial real estate and strives for complete customer satisfaction in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and surrounding cities. Jim is proficient in retail, office, multi-family, 1031 exchange and all facets of commercial and residential land development.
Sandi Lafferty
Administrator
To The Rescue, Home Health
www.totherescue.net
Email: slafferty@totherescue.net
Phone: 319.551.9697
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Sandi began her career in advertising sales and sales management, eventually evolving into marketing. With degrees in Communications and Business, Sandi enjoyed opportunities in the business world and customer relations but also initiated and led several youth ministry programs when her children were at an age to benefit as well. After going back to grad school for Counseling, Sandi provided marketing direction and project management for Senior Living Communities and a Hospice organization. This built on her caring nature and she made the transition to employee management, operations and consulting. Growing teams with a focus on positive work/culture development, was a natural skill set which led Sandi to a position as Home Healthcare Administrator. With a love of learning, Sandi continues evolving and will be taking on a role as Director of Sales and Client Relations in 2023. She will do this in conjuntion with writing and speaking opportunities that bring out several of her added passions. Sandi has three grown children and two grandchildren. She places value on learning and and sharing, spending free time, focusing on friends, family, exercise and travel. Networking and serving others is a wonderful way to give back to the community and Breakfast of Champions combines them both
Pat Callanan
President/Owner
Hawkeye Communication
www.hawkeye-communication.com
Email: patc@hawkeye-communication.com
Phone: 319.362.4300
Customized commercial and residential security systems with first class support from our central station 24/7. Owning a security system significantly reduces your risk of burglary and shrinkage (NBFAA). When you partner with Hawkeye Communication/Fandel Alarms in Hiawatha, IA , you don’t just get a customized security system. You will have peace of mind knowing that there is an entire network working for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to protect your business or home.
Kirk Hayden
Vice President/Co-Owner
Metro Studios, Inc.
https://www.metro-studios.com/
Email: kirk@metrostudios.net
Phone: 319.560-2748
Kirk has been in the Cedar Rapids Marketing and Advertising world for over 35 years, helping businesses tell their story through traditional and digital marketing efforts. As an owner at Metro Studios, much of his day evolves around helping our talented team members continue to be successful telling our clients stories, and continuing to grow the business that has been in Cedar Rapids since 1985. When not working on telling our clients stories, Kirk enjoys spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, traveling, being a DIY'er and rooting for his beloved Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes.
Heidi Goettsch
Strategic Partner - Consultant - Coach
Core Strategic Solutions
https://www.corestrategicsolutions.com/
Email: heidigoettsch@corestrategicsolutions.com
Phone: 515.953.9902
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Heidi Goettsch is a Consultant, Coach and Owner of Core Strategic Solutions. With over 20 years of corporate experience in marketing, business development and customer/team member experience, Heidi leverages her experience to serve as a strategic partner for organizations. Being a results-driven professional, she specializes in helping companies define and align their people, customers and business strategies, and support the execution to maximize the potential of their people and organization. Companies engage Heidi to increase employee engagement and customer experience, retention and productivity, define and refine strategic plans, and leverage Talent Optimization tools and resources to maximize the talent within their organization. Heidi is active in the community through the PTO, the Junior League of Cedar Rapids, and her kids sports and activities. She enjoys being in nature with her family and attending the various sporting events for her three children. Heidi, her husband Spencer and three kids reside in Center Point.
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Dave Brost, Jr.
Principal
Brost Architects LTD
www.brostarchitects.com
Email: davejr@brostarchitects.com
Phone: 319.366.8531
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​Dave is a Registered Architect & President of Brost Architects & Planners. He has been involved in the design of several projects over the years, ranging from small remodeling to large commercial buildings. He enjoys working with several repeat and new clients, and continuing these relationships, which is essential to the success of the firm. Dave is married to Shirley who is also part of the firm. They have two adult children, Kari, and Connor. We enjoy cheering for the Iowa State Cyclones!
Mark Denny
Owner, General Manager
White Glove Movers
www.WhiteGloveMoves.com
Email: markdenny@whiteglovemoves.com
Phone: 319.432.4119
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Mark oversees the daily operations of White Glove Movers residential & commercial moving company operations. He manages a staff of 11-15 employees, & serve the community with both local and long distance moves. Mark's responsibilities include HR, Operations, Marketing, Accounting, etc.. - basically he is responsible for getting the business and making sure everything is executed properly. Mark is active in the community through Bowman Woods Pool & Racquet club, board member of the Zach Johnson Foundation, committee member at Xavier High School, Basketball Coach for AYSO, & Youth Soccer Coach. Mark & his wife have 3 young boys (11, 8, 5 yrs old). He enjoys anything sports related - especially basketball, golf and fishing. He enjoys watching or playing sports/games with his boys & traveling.
Paul Phelan
Executive Vice-President, COO
Phelan’s Interiors
www.phelansinteriors.com
Email: paul@phelansinteriors.com
Phone: 319.363.9634
Phelan’s Interiors is Iowa's largest full-service provider of professional design services and products for home and business environments. For over 73 years the Schwinn and Phelan families have traveled extensively to provide quality products for discriminating clients. Our staff of five residential and five commercial designers are anxious to show you why we say "There's Comfort Inside".
Zach Michael
Client Development Specialist
Terracon
https://www.terracon.com/offices/cedar-rapids/
Email: zach.michael@terracon.com
Phone: 319.560.7711
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Zach is a Client Development Specialist at Terracon for their Cedar Rapids and Cedar Falls offices. He holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing and finance from Mount Mercy University. When he started at Terracon, he worked in the field for two years getting to understand the industry before he started his current position. Zach specializes in building and strengthening relationships with existing and potential clients to ensure their project needs are taken care of during the entire project lifecycle. Zach is an avid sports fan and has a passion for all outdoor related activities with an emphasis on fishing and hunting!
Janette Fiedler
Senior Strategic Business Consultant
Oasis, a Paychex Company
https://www.oasisadvantage.com/
Email: jfiedler@oasispeo.com
Phone: 319-551-4128
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Janette is a Senior Strategic Business Consultant at Oasis. My approach is to have a conversation with a leader to understand their environment and give them some insight in to how we can help. If it makes sense to conduct an evaluation, I lead them through that process and the outcome is a detailed proposal for services with various options provided. I will serve as President of Cedar Rapids West Rotary starting in July of 2022 and have been co-chair of our annual fundraiser, The Big Drop for the last four years. I'm currently membership chair. I love to spend time with my three grown children and our four legged family members. In the summer, my flower gardens keep me smiling and also hard at work. I love listening to a great book on Audible while I take on a new quilting project or tend to my orchids. I'm blessed with several groups of friends who I love to socialize and travel with. And of course, I watch all the ISU basketball and football games! Go Cyclones!
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Nate Weber
Chiropractor
Back In Line Chiropractic & Wellness
www.mybackinline.com
Email: drnate@mybackinline.com
Phone: 319.892.3363
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Nate Weber is a chiropractor at Back In Line Chiropratic in Hiawatha and specializes in muscle & sports injuries in addition to traditional chiropractic care. He graduated from the University of Northern Iowa before attending Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, where he also completed a masters in sports rehabilitation. Nate attempts to bridge the clinical gap for patients by blending aspects of sports/orthopedic massage, rehab exercises, trigger point dry needling and traditional adjustments to get patients better, faster & back to activities they enjoy with their loved ones. Outside of the office Nate stays involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters and plays all of the sports.
Jody Donaldson
Director of Advancement
Kirkwood Community College
https://www.kirkwood.edu
Email: Jody.Donaldson@kirkwood.edu
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Jody Donaldson serves as Director of Advancement at Kirkwood Community College. Since joining the team in 2005, Donaldson is dedicated to cultivating annual and planned gifts, stewarding donors, facilitating a multi-million dollar scholarship program, and engaging with the college’s 200,000+ alumni. She holds an associate in Business Administration from Kirkwood Community College, a bachelor’s in Marketing from Upper Iowa University, and a master’s in Higher Education from Iowa State University. In addition, she is a graduate of two Iowa State University’s leadership programs - Community College Leadership Initiative Consortium (CLIC) & Leadership Institute for a New Century (LINC), the Cedar Rapids Economic Development Leadership for Five Seasons, and holds a certificate in Human Resources, and a certificate in Volunteer Management. Outside of work, the best of times are spent outdoors – snowmobiling, hiking, boating, power walking, fishing, swimming, soaking up the sunshine!
Tim Verheyen
Vice President, Business Development, Cedar Rapids Office
Miron Construction Co., Inc.
https://miron-construction.com
Email: tim.verheyen@miron-construction.com
Phone: 319.249.5900
Tim Verheyen is the Vice President of business development for at Miron’s Cedar Rapids office. Tim holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He is involved in multiple community and business organization throughout Waterloo and Cedar Rapids area. Tim is married to his wife, Alyssa, has two children: Tatum and Camden. He enjoys spending time with family, whisky, and anything sports related, especially golf.
Miron Construction, Co, Inc. is one of the nation's premier construction firms and is recognized as an industry leader. Miron continually ranks among the top contractors in the United States. The forward-thinking, fast growing private company provides innovative pre-construction, construction management, design-build, industrial, and general construction services throughout the nation. We focus on providing superior general construction support for clients in the commercial, institutional, education, medical, industrial, and more.