2020 TRC Volunteers

As a volunteer for the Urbandale Republicans, I'm here to promote our core principles and purpose: "Advancing the principles of Liberty at the precinct level through the effective use of communication, organization, and influence". Some of the community service we offer include: register new residents as Urbandale Republicans, speak to groups about founding principles of Liberty, organize the Read the Declaration Ceremony at Lion's Park on Independence Day, organize the Republican Caucuses every two years, invite Urbandale Republican citizens to political events, encourage Urbandale Republican citizens to be informed voters.

I’ve been a Head Hunter since 2015 and love it! Previous to that, I have 25+ years of Human Resources management experience, with Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification. My full range of HR knowledge, coupled with a multitude of business and professional connections, ensures my success in identifying top talent to meet my client's needs. Here at Career Search Associates, we help businesses fill full time positions ranging from the front desk to the CEO. We specialize in Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Sales, Human Resources, Project Management, Call Center Management and Retail Store Management. We are respected recruiters who also help the passive candidate that wants to explore opportunities in a confidential manner.

I specialize in all forms of Corporate Branded Merchandise. Apparel, Awards, Trade show giveaways, Print items, Direct Mail and Everyday essential items are just a few to mention. I provide top quality product, with great pricing and exceptional service. All three factors are vital when assisting my customers with projects. Keeping your brand top of mind is truly key when networking with your customers. From the beginning of a project to the completion stage you can count on me to assist you when promoting your Brand. 

Lisa has been the Projector Coordinator at Iowa Sign Company for over 5 years. She graduated from Grand View University in 2009 with a B.A. in Graphic Design/Journalism. Before Grand View, she had 9 years experience in Sales & Marketing in the hotel industry. She is married to Timothy Hanrahan whom they share two children, Cailin (age 21) and Adilia (age 10) and resides in Des Moines. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family, exercising, traveling, photography and designing. To keep her creative juices flowing, she does freelance design and photography. 

Mike is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with AO Wealth Advisory. His passion is to help others identify and attain their financial objectives by walking with them along their unique journey. He especially enjoys the process of helping clients go from a place of anxiety and confusion about their finances to a place of peace and understanding.

Matt Nuetzman served on the Urbandale Chamber Board from 2012-2017 and was the 2016 Board Chair. In 2011, Matt helped launch the genYP Program and later served as genYP Chairperson, and has volunteered and led many Chamber programs since first joining in 2009. Matt is a Strategic Business Consultant at Paychex HR, a Human Resources services provider which the Urbandale Chamber offers a PEO Partner Program with. Matt is also a member of the Business Record's Forty Under 40 (2012), and he and his wife Sheena live in Urbandale with their 2 children.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Operations from Iowa State University. I have many years' experience working on senior management teams of companies to help make them more profitable and stronger companies. This is my passion and I will use it to serve you as a connector & Total Resource Campaign 
  Urbandale Chamber of Commerce: Ambassador of the year (2011)-Ambassador from 2005 to Present
 

A Real Estate matchmaker specializing in finding the perfect match between buyers and sellers. I began my Real Estate career in 2005 and have been successfully growing my business ever since. My family includes my hubby, 2 kiddos, dog and cat!

Commercial real estate agent licensed in Iowa offering services to tenant and landlord rep. for office, retail space, and industrial asset classes with a focus on the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Retired military officer and Zebra investor - I love to help people to achieve their goals. I work with small businesses to generate income, and individuals to create wealth. Urbandale Chamber Connector of the Year for 2018 and 2020.  You buy the coffee and you've bought my time.

My responsibilities include executing financial plans and assisting clients. I also help clients create personal and business budgets focused on achieving their financial goals.

Twenty years ago Ben Buenzow got his insurance license, and the rest is history…. Just kidding! A lot has happened in the last 20 years! Seventeen of those years Ben owned a captive insurance agency, while simultaneously becoming an expert in his field, and being recognized for his achievements along the way. Ben integrated himself into the Urbandale community serving on the Urbandale Chamber Board, and volunteering with the Urbandale Police Department. Six kids and a puppy later.  Ben realized the potential to help even more people! So in May 2021 Ben launched his own independent agency Buenzow Insurance Group.

• Auto Insurance
• Home Insurance
• Property Insurance
• Business Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance

I am the owner and principal cybersecurity consultant for Secure Point Solutions in Central Iowa. With 13 years in the Navy operating on both surface ships and submarines as a Sonar Analyst, I have had an unusual transition from military to civilian; from physical security to selling cars, I ultimately found opportunities to learn Information Technology while working overseas. I began a series of positions with increasing responsibility working with the state lottery and technology giants like Microsoft and Hewlett-Packard. I have spent the last 6 years supporting small businesses as part of a managed service provider and now running my own security company. I hold certifications from CompTIA and (ISC)2 in areas of cybersecurity. I am married to an amazing woman and together raising 4 children and 3 dogs for the imminent zombie apocalypse.