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Ames Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development 2009 Annual Report

As we enter another decade, it’s fun to look back to see how far we’ve come - not only as member organizations serving businesses in central Iowa, but as a whole community. The Ames Chamber of Commerce and the Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) continue to grow in membership numbers, certainly, but also in the reach of their programming and long-term investments. The Ames Chamber and AEDC continue to work together to promote a business climate conducive for growth, prosperity and a future we can be proud to leave to future generations. The 2009 accomplishments of the Ames Chamber and AEDC highlighted in the pages that follow are indicative of what’s ahead for Ames. While the economic outlook for our state and our nation continue to be cloudy, Ames continues to be a strong community for business. In fact, while the rest of the country battled increasing unemployment rates this year, Ames, Iowa was routinely listed in the top 5 cities in the country this past year on record. On top of this, while most Chambers fight to keep 80% of their members, in 2009 the Ames Chamber boasted a 93% retention rate and finished with another record membership total of 726. Most members of both the Ames Chamber of Commerce and the AEDC know intuitively that their investment in these organizations is a worthy one, but when we see numbers like this - and accomplishments like those in this report - it’s a positive affirmation of what we’ve known deep down all along: Ames really is a community where we can live, work and thrive. We especially thank 2009 Board Chairs Cozette Hadley Rosburg (Ames Chamber) and Kevin Kinzler (AEDC) for their leadership to bring us to this point. On behalf of the Boards of Directors and staff for the Ames Chamber of Commerce and the Ames Economic Development Commission, we thank you for your continued investment and partnership. You make Ames such a great place to serve. Maureen Dockstader Tom Pohlman LWBJ Financial, LLP Ames National Corporation 2010 Ames Chamber of Commerce Board Chair 2010 AEDC Board Chair

AMES CHAMBER of COMMERCE and AEDC

DAN CULHANE, CEcD MEGAN BACKMAN AMY MOGREN President / CEO Program Manager Finance/Admin Manager

EVE A. DOI CRYSTAL DAVIS JENNIFER SCHILL Vice President, Program Manager MSCD Events Coordinator Communications & Operations CINDY DOOLITTLE MEGHAN STEWARD RON HALLENBECK Membership Director Receptionist Vice President, JAYNE McGUIRE, CMSM Existing Business & Industry BOB VOHS MSCD Director Organization Volunteer

1 2010 AMES CHAMBER 2010 AEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Riad Mahayni, Ames City Council CHAIR: Tom Pohlman EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Shazia Manus, Greater Iowa Credit Union Ames National Corporation Ron McMillen CHAIR: Maureen Dockstader , Sigler Companies VICE CHAIR: Kurt Kuta Sharron Quisenberry, LWBJ, LLP Iowa State University Ames Community Bank Doug Ragaller, F & M Bank TREASURER: Chad Copley 2nd VICE CHAIR: Mike Espeset John Russell, Bankers Trust Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Story Construction Peter Innes, Becker Underwood CHAIR ELECT/VICE CHAIR, GOV. AFFAIRS: TREASURER: Matt Converse Jolene Randall Converse Conditioned Air ELECTED BOARD MEMBERS Knapp-Tedesco Insurance IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR: Kevin Kinzler Kinzler Construction Services Dr. Linda Beyea, Ames Community Schools VICE CHAIR, MEMBERSHIP: Carol Kisling James Strohman Mike Biegger, Barilla-America, Inc. KASI Radio Group Story County Board of Supervisors Pat Brown, State Farm Insurance VICE CHAIR, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Warren Madden John Crawford, Alpha Copies & Print Center Frank Nogel Iowa State University Mark Hanson, Hanson Homes Iowa State University Athletics Department Steve Schainker Al Meyers, Ag Leader Technology IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR: City of Ames Cozette Hadley Rosburg, Becker Underwood Cozette Hadley-Rosburg PRESIDENT / CEO: Dan Culhane Chuck Winkleblack, Hunziker & Assoc, Realtors Becker Underwood EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS PRESIDENT / CEO: BOARD MEMBER EMERITUS Wayne Moore (Past Chairs) Dan Culhane Keith Barnes BOARD MEMBERS STANDING BOARD MEMBERS Jim Bloedel, Iowa State University Jamie Courtney Dave Benson, Nyemaster & Goode Law Firm Steve Carter, ISU Research Park Olde Main Brewing Company Brian Dieter, Mary Greeley Medical Center Reiny Friedrich, Friedrich Iowa Realty Brian Dieter Keith Folkmann, Sauer-Danfoss Don Heuss, Heuss Printing Mary Greeley Medical Center Steve Goodhue, First American Bank Erben Hunziker, HCS Builders Nicole Gebhart Matthew Goodman, Ames City Council Dick Johnson, Hunziker & Assoc., Realtors First National Bank John Goossen, Ames Tribune Dan Krieger, First National Bank John Joiner Julie Harris, U.S. Bank Jami Larson City of Ames Dean Hunziker, Hunziker & Assoc., Realtors Barry Nadler Michelle King Steve Koger, McFarland Clinic Mike Roof, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica The Krell Institute / YPA Representative Dr. Lisa Lorenzen, Iowa State University Marvin Walter, Ford Street Development Kim Linduska Des Moines Area Community College Chris Nelson Nelson Electric Daniel Oh Renewable Energy Group We recognize the following Board members whose terms ended in 2009: Mark Reinig AMES CHAMBER BOARD AEDC BOARD Iowa State University Bob Anders Darryl Bennett Ryan Doll U.S. Bank Championship Productions Ames City Council Becky Barclay Scott Sanders Daryle Vegge Hunziker & Associates, Realtors First American Bank Sauer-Danfoss Bill Woodruff Woodruff Design/Construction 2 A new GREEN for a new decade Ames has been an example of a sustainable community for years, well before most cities gave a second thought to looking for environmentally friendly efficiencies. In fact, Ames’ own Resource Recovery Plant was the first municipally operated “waste-to-energy” facility in the nation (1975). The plant converts burnable garbage into Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) used by our power plant, allowing us to conserve fossil fuels, decrease sulfur dioxide emis- sions, save more than 80 acres of Iowa farmland (that would have been used as landfill), and power more than 4600 homes each year.

With leadership from Mayor Ann Campbell and many others, the City of Ames has added an aresnal of green practices to replace and/or improve current infrastructure and systems in place. From a fleet of hybrid vehicles and the new Gold Leaf “Cybrid” buses, to the “Smart Energy” program and environmentally-friendly practices used to construct and operate the new Furman Aquatic Center, Ames is ensuring a healthy community for future development, environment and generations to come.

The Ames Chamber of Commerce has begun to work with the City of Ames and Iowa State University to develop more “green initiatives” to implement across our region while proving that implementing environmentally-friendly practices does not come at a cost of sacrificing a competitive business edge. Companies are rec- ognizing the significant impact a few changes to our corporate culture can make, especially when the benefits are so far-reaching.

Besides offering this year’s Ames Chamber and AEDC Annual Report electronically via flash drive and online (www.ameschamber.com), and en- hancing our organization’s websites and email correspondence, be on the lookout for new programs to emerge this year to help your business improve efficiency and sustainability.

Special thanks to Heartland Technology Solutions for providing flash drives for our members with the 2009 Ames Chamber and AEDC Annual Report 3 MEMBERSHIP strategies. These very popular forums are offered free to Annual Event. The 2009 “Celebrating a Legend- Chamber members. ary Community” Chamber Annual Event welcomed Professional Development over 400 members in attendance for our reception, Series. followed by a performance by “The Second City” in Nine lunch and learn Stephens Auditorium with 1200 in the audience. sessions were offered to further enhance the business skills Annual Awards (presented in 2009). and training opportunities for - Community Involvement Award presented to Austin Woodin Chamber members. Increasing in (Edward Jones) popularity, this series showcased - Entrepreneur of the Year presented to Sally Elbert of Ville various Chamber member presenters on such topics as conflict Day Spa resolution, visual communication, and internet marketing. - Business Person of the Year presented to Ron McMillen of Leadership Ames. Sigler Companies On May 18, another 19 Chamber members graduated from Leadership Ames. Class XXII worked in small Monthy Events. Attendance numbers were strong at our teams to develop and implement service projects to benefit regular networking events including Business at Breakfast, the Ames community: Speed Networking and Business After Hours. The Chamber - Community Blood Drive also introduced a new direct-mail marketing opportunity called - Glass Recycling Cost Analysis Membership Mailer. - Community Needs Wish List (including video equipment for Heartland Senior Services, non-profit filing status for Business to Business Expo. More Food at First, Emergency Residence Project sidewalk than 75 Chamber businesses replacement, Social with the Coach for Veterans) - New Van for Boys & Girls Club of Story County exhibited in our Spring 2009 Expo. This year’s event also expanded to include a career fair component, connecting job seekers with potential employers.

Ribbon Cuttings and Ground Breakings. Chamber businesses have a lot to celebrate as evidenced by the 70 Ribbon Cuttings and Ground Breakings held in 2009.

Golf Day. Held simultaneously at the Ames Golf and Country Club and Coldwater Golf Links, our 2009 Golf Day provided an afternoon of fun competition even through the rain for hundreds LEADERSHIP AMES 2008-2009 CLASS XXIII GRADUATES: of golfers, sponsors, volunteers and staff. Irina Bassis, Mary Greeley Medical Center Don Chrusciel, Iowa State University Steak Fry. Almost 300 members attended Jake Hanson, Hanson Homes, Inc. this year’s annual steak fry to enjoy beauti- Julie Harris, U.S. Bank ful weather, meet new and old friends and, Heath Hill, individual member Kyle Horn, of course, grill up a great meal. Manpower Amy Juhnke, Lutheran Services in Iowa New Members. The Ames Chamber of MaryAnn Lundy, United Way of Story County Frank Nogel, Commerce continued growing in 2009 and ISU Athletics Department Lauris Olson, Ames News Online we ended up the year with a record 726 members and a reten- David Prochaska, Story Construction Co tion rate of 93%. New members were also invited to attend a Jolene Randall, Knapp-Tedesco Insurance quarterly New Member Reception and the annual “5 & 0” Party. Colette Rutherford, First American Bank Harry (Bud) Samms, City of Ames COMMUNITY & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Adam Sander, Renewable Energy Group Claudia Shebetka, Woodruff Design, LLC Business Improvement. Nine forums and 2-½ day seminars Chad West, Haila Architecture Structure Planning were presented by ATW Training and Consulting in 2009. Topics Gregory White, George White Chevrolet/Pontiac included leadership, mentoring, negotiating skills, and time Kathryn Wieland, Iowa State University 4 Salute to Educators. More than 650 area teachers gathered Ames Day at the Capitol. at the Ames High School cafeteria for a luncheon in their honor. The Chamber increased its A total of 24 organizations and individuals sponsored the lunch program for their annual and donated gift items to thank trip to the State Capitol our teachers at Ames, Gilbert, in Des Moines to advocate United and Ballard public and for the agenda items most private K-12 schools. Included important to the Ames in these donations were 90 business community. Along pies which allowed the Cham- with a morning filled with ber to promote the newly- engaging speakers, the day also included an Ames Expo created Partners In Education and an appreciation lunch catered by Hickory Park for all program. the state legislators and staff.

Partners In Education (PIE). Through a new initiative of the Federal Priorities Trip. An annual trip is taken to our nation’s Chamber Education Connections Committee, over 30 Chamber capitol to promote the Ames business community and its members participated in area school classroom activities that in- federally-impacting concerns and requests. In addition to cluded life skills presentation, youth marketplace investors, and meetings with our Congressman and Senators, the Ames mock business career interviews. delegation also hosted a reception in Washington DC for all of Iowa’s elected and appointed officials. GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Health Care Forum. The first-ever topic-specific forum I WILL VOTE! The Chamber launched a new was held to give members a wide perspective on views campaign to proactively engage voters in on proposed federal health care legislation. A panel of the 2009 general election by encouraging experts presented to a large group at Mary Greeley citizens to promise they WILL vote. In ad- Medical Center. dition to providing voter registration and absentee ballot requests, posting election information on our website, and printing educational materials, the Chamber pro- duced I WILL VOTE pins and signage which were distributed all over the community, and worked with media partners to get the message out en masse.

Candidate Forums. The Chamber partnered with the Ames League of Women Voters to co-host a School Board candidate forum at City Hall. A month later the Chamber collaborated Local, State and Federal Partnerships. With several with 1430 KASI-AM to hold a candidate forum featuring all 10 shared priorities, the Ames Chamber of Commerce is candidates for Ames City Council. grateful to partner with several organizations that allowed Legislative Luncheons. Five us to extend the reach of our voice for business. Thanks lunch events were held to to great 2009 collaborations with Ames Home Builders provide members the oppor- Association, Iowa Association of Business and Indsutry, tunity to discuss business con- Iowa Chamber Alliance, the U.S. Chamber and others. cerns directly with our state- level elected legislators, COMMUNICATIONS including a presentation by The Ames Chamber and the Young Professionals State Auditor David Vaudt. of Ames are regularly utilizing Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Follow us for updates, reminders State Legislative Updates. The Chamber provided a new and recaps of our latest events, as well as great service sending out weekly updates on activity during the State photos of Ames Chamber members. Legislative session.

5 MusicWalk: A take-off on the successful ArtWalk, many businesses have musicians of all sorts in their stores and strolling the street, making a very festive atmosphere and opportunity for artists of all kinds. The Main Street Cultural District (MSCD) celebrated its sixth year as an affiliate organization of the Ames Chamber of Octagon Arts Festival: Sponsored by the Commerce and its fifth year as a State of Iowa Certified Cul- Octagon Center for the Arts, more than tural and Entertainment District. In addition, this year Ames 100 artists from around the Midwest dis- was accepted into the Iowa Department of Economic Devel- played their skillful conceptions while attendees enjoyed live opment (IDED) Main Street Iowa program. Since its inception, music, food vendors and many children’s art activities. MSCD has grown to over 240 members including more than 100 businesses. MSCD continues to celebrate the arts and cul- Holiday Open House: Featuring live music, holiday displays ture essential to being a unique, vibrant and creative down- and a hearty greeting from Santa Claus, the holiday season town district. was kicked off with hayrack rides, business open houses and The mission of the Main Street Iowa Program is to improve the lots of festivities celebrating ‘Snow Magic on Main’. New this social and economic well-being of Iowa’s communities by as- year was the Snow Ball Drop, where 700 ping pong balls sisting selected communities to capitalize on the unique iden- were launched over Tom Evans Plaza to the crowds below tity, assets and character of their historic commercial district. with discounts and bargains on Main Street is economic development within the context of each ball. historic preservation. The program stems from the Main Street Four Point Approach® formed by the National Trust for His- Main Street Cultural District also toric Preservation in 1977. Among the benefits received by worked with several different ser- the 47 Main Street communities are on-site training, design vice projects throughout the year, aid, consultations and technical assistance. from general public cleanup to beautification work. The District Ames was the host city for the 23rd Annual Iowa Downtown works with the ACVB to attract Summit, sponsored by IDED and Federal Home Loan Bank in many groups to Main Street with August. Downtown experts from across the U.S. taught attend- tours and promotions during conferences. ees from rural and urban communities about online social media, walkability, business planning and financing in the current economy and tax credits. MSCD CENTRAL COMMITTEE President: Sonya Stolze Newstrom, DDS, Besides the Summit, the District hosted several other events Stoltze & Stoltze Family Dentistry throughout the year: Past President: Tim Coble, Tempations on Main Treasurer: Stacy Dreyer, First National Bank Tune In to Main Street: Live Secretary: Geneva Templeton, The Sun music and family activities Arts & Cultural Rep: Phyllis Craig, Octagon Center for the Arts drew young and old alike to At-Large Rep: Ngaire West Johnson Tom Evans Plaza on Thursday Community Representative: Heather Courtney, Olde Main nights throughout the summer. Brewing Company Ex-Officio City of Ames Rep: Jeff Benson, City of Ames ArtWalk: In June, a myriad of Organization Chair: Sailu Timbo, Hy-Vee Drugstore artists displayed their products Business Improvement Chairs: John Doyle and talents in a District-wide Open House event. Terry Stark, Chocolaterie Stam Promotions Chair: Andrea Gronau, Wells Fargo Bank Fourth of July Parade and Festival: Once again, Main Street Design Co-Chairs: Judy Gilger. proved to be the place to be for the 4th of July! The annual Kathy Svec, Ames Historical Society parade, children’s entertainment, Bill Riley Talent show, and ISU Govt Student Body Rep: Amanda Johnson live music in the Bandshell entertained thousands until the fire- works that night.

6 2009 ended • The Community Ambassador component was added to the with a bang Business Ambassador program in efforts to reach new Ames when the residents eligible for YPA membership. Young Pro- • Several YPA members volunteered for community events in- fessionals of cluding VEISHEA Service Day, Reiman Gardens’ Spirit in the Ames received a 2010 Ames Community Grant award in the Gardens event, and the Octagon Arts Festival. amount of $2500+ to fund a Free Pool Day at the Ames Aquatic Center in June. Ending the year 160 members strong LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and an arsenol of well over 40 events in addition to all the • All members may participate in any of the YPA committees Get Active games, committee meetings and many community including: Community Outreach & Partnerships, Membership outreach projects, YPA looks forward to recruiting an addi- & Social, and Leadership & Professional Development. tional 50 members to reach a membership of 210 in 2010! • YPA continued to advertise open board and commissions positions MISSION: To be leaders dedicated to improving the quality of and participation in government life in Ames, and to establish a community of young profession- affairs events. als dedicated to building and fostering relationships through: • YPA increased attendance for Leadership Development, Professional Development, Commu- its “Lunch & Learns” this year nity Outreach, Cultural and Social Opportunities. with topics including social media, health and wellness, green initiatives, how to create a will 4 UNDER 40 and more. The annual 4 Under 40 Awards, co-sponsored by The Tribune, • YPA’s 2009 Symposium, “Leadership During Challenging were presented in April and presented to an exceptional Times,” received rave reviews. Geery Howe presented effec- group of Young Professionals in Ames: tive ways to rethink living and working in today’s economic climate and how to regain hope, perspective and focus.

CULTURAL AND SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES • This year’s Annual Celebration was held at Reiman Gardens in April. Attendees listened closely as keynote speaker Isaiah McGee spoke about generations in the workplace. • The “Old School Summer Send-Off” all-member social and recruitment event, Stacy Dreyer, First National Bank along with the Summer Shelly Greving, Iowa 4-H Foundation Barbeque, Golf Outing, Jake Hanson, Hanson Homes Cyclone Tailgate, and sev- Samantha Houston, Story County Medical Center eral “Get Active” sports teams made for a great COMMUNITY OUTREACH year of building member connections. • YPA provided children’s activities for 10 weeks at the MSCD • Each month YPA members came to Friday After Work events “Tune In to Main Street” series. to socialize and wind down after a busy week of work. • Again in 2009 YPA adopted a garden at Moore Park on Beach Avenue and filled it with Cardinal and Gold flowers 2009-2010 YPA CORPORATE SPONSORS for fans walking to Cyclone events. YPA would like to thank our 2009-2010 sponsors for their sup- • In June, 10 volunteers worked with port that allows us to further our programming each year: City of Ames to construct a new play- Ames Chamber of Commerce ground at Emma McCarthy Lee Park. Ames Community Bank • YPA won the Charity Softball Game First National Bank trophy against the Ankeny YPs. Over Global Reach Internet Productions 65 pounds of food were provided to Green Hills Health Care Center the MICA food pantry. Hunziker & Associates, Realtors • The seventh year of the “Read with Iowa State University MBA Program Me” program provided 575 books for Mary Greeley Medical Center Ames and Gilbert kindergarten students.

7 The Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) organizes and promotes sound economic growth in Ames and central Iowa by stimulating the expansion of existing industry, attracting new enterprises and assuring a favorable community climate for new ideas and economic growth. The AEDC is made up of nearly 100 investor partners representing industry, education, and government.

AMES / DES MOINES CORRIDOR The Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) and the Greater Des Moines Partnership (Partnership) collaborated in 2008 to bring the Partnership together with Boone and Story counties to enhance the external marketing efforts of the Ames/Des Moines corridor.

The economic development professionals rep- resented in the collaboration met frequently in 2009 to discuss the marketing efforts of this territory. They recently raised operating funds through multi-year capital campaigns, which were matched by a contribution from the Iowa Department of Economic Development. These re- gional efforts have proved a positive transition from the individual efforts put forth by each community. They collectively work to promote Central Iowa as one of the nation’s top location for biosci- ences and information technology, and increase prospect activity for the counties of Boone, Dallas, Polk, Story and Warren. The Corridor is also re- sponsible for promoting the research capabilities of area colleges and universities in order to attract R & D operations, increase collaboration with educational partners, and enhance efforts to attract talent to the region. Coupled with this, the group attended key recruitment events including national and international Sell Iowa trips, BIO and World Congress on Industrial Bioprocessing, Renewable on Parade and Supply Side. www.amesdesmoinescorridor.com

CURRENT ACTIVE AND PRELIMINARY PROJECTS Potential for 3,043 new jobs Require 2,205,000 sf of building space Capital Investment of $717,849,000 8 Come see why... COMMUNITY PROMOTION MARKETING has chosen to live, work and do business in the Ames area! In 2009, the AEDC implemented a marketing campaign to promote Ames and local sites and buildings. A post- card mailer was sent to hundreds of prospects and site selectors each month. Also sent to this database was the Ames Business Quarterly magazine, a collaborative publi- cation with The Tribune.

SENATOR GRASSLEY’S AMBASSADOR TOUR Ames, Iowa www.amesedc.com The AEDC hosted Senator Charles Grassley and a dele- University • Community • Opportunity gation of International Ambassadors to the United States when they came to Ames for an overnight stay during his biannual Iowa Tour. In August more than 50 diplomats were welcomed with a dinner at Reiman Gardens, followed by stays in host homes. Dinner entertainment was provided by internationally-renowned singer Simon Estes, and the guests were welcomed by dignataries including U.S. Trade Ambassador Ron Kirk, U.S. Congressman Tom Latham, and ISU President Gregory Geoffroy. The Senator has conducted this tour for a number of years to familiarize Washington, DC-based embassy leaders from around the world with Iowa as a place to do business as well as showcase Iowa’s people and communities. US Trade Ambassador Ron Kirk addresses Ambassadors and host families in Ames. w Senator Grassley and ISU President Geoffroy chat with Ecuadorian Ambassador Luis Benigno Alfredo Gallegos Chiriboga ECONOMIC IMPACT AWARD The AEDC presents Economic Impact Awards to area companies that have made significant contributions to the Ames community through business growth and job creation. Web Filings LLC, a The company already employs over 30 professionals software developer, and plans to create in excess of 60+ additional jobs was formed in August in the next number of months. WebFilings hopes to hire 2008 and has opened an operations center in the Iowa several hundred professionals in marketing and cus- State University Research Park. The company is develop- tomer service over the next 4 years in Ames. ing a Web based application to automate and improve The Iowa Department of Economic Development, City the drafting process of Securities Exchange Commission of Ames, Ames Economic Development Commission, (SEC) filings for public companies. While the company and other local investment groups see the possibilities is headquartered in the Silicon Valley, WebFilings chose in WebFilings and have awarded and invested over Ames for the company’s operations center. Several Web- $1 million dollars. Filings founders were familiar with the Ames community from their previous experience with Engineering Anima- WebFilings understands that the Ames community has tion Inc. and knew Ames was the right place to find the the right quality workers which are required to be part employees with the skills needed for their new company. of a new and growing company.

9 2010 AMES CHAMBER AWARDS BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR: DAN KRIEGER, Ames National Corporation The Chamber’s Business Person of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding individual for his or her long-term commitment to their own business, as well as the business climate and quality of life in the community. Not many will have the impact on the business community like Dan Krieger. In 2009 Dan retired after a 50+ year career in the banking industry in Ames. Due in large part to his leadership, First National Bank has seen growth of nearly 75-fold during Dan’s tenure in which he also oversaw operations of the five banks in the corporation.

Dan is a strong leader in the community and a role model to others. His leadership positions outside of the bank include seats on the boards of the Ames Chamber of Commerce, Ames Economic Development Commission, Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau, Ames Seed Capital, Ames Rotary, United Way of Story County, Mary Greeley Medical Center Foundation and ISU Alumni Association. Professionally, Dan has also served the banking industry on state and national levels as the chairs of both the Iowa Bankers Association and the Community Bankers Council for the American Bankers Association, and committee seats on the American Bankers Association and ABA Government Relations Council. In 2008 Dan was honored by the Iowa Bankers Association with the James H. Leach Leadership Award in recognition for his outstanding service to the financial services industry. While Dan has been a past recipient of the Ames Chamber Business Person of the Year Award (1997), his service to his industry and his community is deserving of recognition like this again. First National Bank • 405 Fifth Street • www.fnbames.com • 232.5561

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR: JOHN CRAWFORD, Alpha Copies & Print Center Each year the Ames Chamber of Commerce recognizes an individual for his or her creativity and personal initiative in operating a successful business venture. A long time resident of Ames, and a fervent supporter of Campustown, John Crawford found another way to serve the needs of both the business and Iowa State community when he opened Alpha Copies & Print Center right across from the Memorial Union. Since his opening in 2005, John has grown his staff, services, product lines, hours of operation and, certainly, clientele. John is always open to new ideas and customer suggestions, and the Alpha Copies staff enjoys their working environment and, because of John’s example, providing exceptional customer service.

John has always gone the extra mile to serve his customers. In addition to donating extensive amounts of printing services to churches and other ministries, he also offers special pricing for couples getting married. Besides discounting invitations and programs, because of John’s personal belief in the sanctity and importance of marriage, he offers a refund of $100 to couples who stay married for two years.

John also enjoys the opportunity to support other needs and causes in the community and around the world. He has been an active participant in Campustown Action Association, has served on the board for the Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau, and in 2009 elected to the Ames Economic Development Commission Board of Directors. John has been a generous supporter of Leadership Ames community service projects and a great “cheerleader’’ for Ames High School, most recently sponsoring the Ames High Basketball Game at Hilton Coliseum in December. John takes an active approach to helping those in need whether it’s sending supplies and food with teams helping with the recovery efforts after the Parkersburg tornado, raising awareness for Breast Cancer research, or donating profits to Haiti relief. Alpha Copies & Print Center • 2310 Lincoln Way • www.alphacopies.com • 292.3121 10 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AWARD: JOHN RUSSELL, Bankers Trust The Ames Chamber Community Involvement Award is given to an individual who has demonstrated personal involvement and enthusiasm in a variety of civic and/or service organizations and has shown effort in improving the quality of life in the community.

John Russell has a strong history of commitment to the community both personally and professionally. In 2009 John ended a 3-year responsibility with the United Way of Story County (UWSC) Annual Campaign, most recently serving as Campaign Chair. This year’s campaign results reflect the respect he commands in the community as he was able to raise in tough economic times a record campaign total of more than $1.6 million ($50,000 over the goal). His UWSC involvement has also included serving as the Major Firms Campaign Chair, as well as sitting on the Board of Directors and Committees for Communications, Nominating and Endowment.

Along with his service to United Way, John has supported local business by serving on the Ames Chamber Board (President in ‘02), Ames Seed Capital, and the Ames Economic Development Commission (Chair in ‘07). His community involvement resume also includes Junior Achievement, Iowa Bankers Association, Ames Soccer Club, St. Andrews Lutheran Church and Ames Noon Rotary. His service is an inspiration to colleagues and strangers alike, and his passion for the community is infectious. John is quick to recognize the accomplishments and strengths of others, and is proactive in raising up new leaders where he works and lives. Bankers Trust • 1510 Buckeye • 233.4424 • www.bankerstrust.com

PAST AMES CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR ENTREPRENEUER OF THE YEAR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 1987 Don Heuss, Heuss Printing 1989 Mary Harms, T-Galaxy 1988 Maridee Hegstrom 1988 Tom Evans, Ames Stationers 1990 Gary & Karen Youngberg, Ames Silversmithing 1989 Pat Brown 1989 Marv Walter, Dayton Road Dev. Corp. 1991 Bob Cummings, O’Malley & McGee’s 1990 Neala Benson 1990 Fred Miller, Pizza Hut 1992 Ed Osenbaugh, Softforce 1991 Carolyn Jons 1991 Jami Larson, ACI Mechanical 1993 Roger Underwood, Becker Underwood 1992 Sandra McJimsey 1992 Ron McMillan, Sigler Companies 1994 Don Barber, Barber’s Metal Fabricating 1993 Mary Kitchell 1993 Ted Tedesco, Knapp Tedesco Agency 1995 Matthew Rizai, Engineering Animation 1994 George Belitsos 1994 John Huber, John Huber Clothier 1996 Betty Baudler, Sign Pro 1995 Glenda Stormes-Bice 1995 Dick Johnson, Story Construction 1997 John Dresselhaus, Copyworks 1996 Suzy Shierholz 1996 Dean Hunziker, Hunziker & Assoc, Realtors 1998 Scott Randall, Randall Corp. 1997 Annette Jensen 1997 Dan Krieger, First National Bank 1999 Barry Nadler, Nyemaster Law Firm 1998 Diane Blackwelder 1998 Verle Burgason, The Tribune 2000 Dickson Jensen, Jensen Design Build 1999 John Parks 1999 Dick Clem, Dick Clem Inc. 2001 Richard Dobbs, Coach House Gifts 2000 Alan Christy 2000 Erb Hunziker, HCS Builders 2002 Kevin Kinzler, Kinzler Construction 2001 Craig Marrs 2001 Bob Sr. & Reiny Friedrich, Friedrich Iowa Realty 2003 David Wheelock, Hickory Park 2002 Mary Christy 2002 Wayne Moore, ISU Research Park 2004 Brent Haverkamp, Haverkamp Properties 2003 Jane Acker 2003 Keith Barnes, Proliant 2005 Derrick Grimmer & Frank Jeffrey, Iowa Thin Films 2004 Dick Johnson 2004 Kim Russel, Mary Greeley Medical Center 2006 Matt Converse, Converse Conditioned Air 2005 Stacy Dreyer 2005 Jerry & Judy Smith, Hearing Unlimited 2007 Bill Bergan, Championship Productions 2006 Ted Tedesco 2006 Brian Smith, Evert’s Flowers Gifts Home 2008 Sally Elbert, Ville Day Spa 2007 Mark Kutchen 2007 Denny & Danny Wilson, Wilson Cadillac Toyota Scion 2008 Austin Woodin 2008 Ron McMillen, Sigler Companies

11 4 UNDER 40 LEADERS OF TODAY & TOMORROW CLASS OF 2010

DAN CULHANE, 39 President / CEO Ames Chamber of Commerce & Ames Economic Development Commission

Returning to Ames in 2006, Dan Culhane accepted the position of President and CEO of the Ames Chamber of Commerce and Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) overseeing combined annual budgets of over $1.2 million. Shortly after Dan arrived he put together a five-year strategic plan for the AEDC and was heavily involved in the fundraising campaign that nearly doubled the operating budget. Through the efforts of Dan and his staff several projects have been secured in the community with total investment of over $29 million and the pledge of nearly 500 jobs.

Dan is known for his “get it done” attitude and is on the radar of many organization’s board prospect lists. Among his commitments are his service on the United Way of Story County – Leadership Committee, Ames Golf and Country Club Board of Directors and the Ames Noon Rotary Club Board of Directors. Professional leadership positions include the 2007 President of the Mid America Economic Development Council, 2003 graduate of Leadership Iowa and the 2000 President of Professional Developers of Iowa.

Dan has a passion for the Ames community that is evident in his daily activities. He lives his organization’s tagline of University - Community - Opportunity by representing all aspects of our community with a high degree of professionalism and enthusiasm. Dan is a graduate of Iowa State University and lives in Ames with his wife, Stacey, and daughters, Katie and Maggie.

KIM IIAMS, 37 Vice President, Residential Mortgage Originator Bankers Trust

Kim has been very involved in the Ames community serving on numerous boards and committees. Currently, Kim serves on the Board of Directors of the Lincoln Way Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Mary Greeley Medical Center Auxiliary (Treasurer), and the Cameron Pines Homeowners Association (Treasurer). She is also active serving on committees in the Young Professionals of Ames, Ames Noon Rotary Club, Ames Golf and Country Club, Collegiate United Methodist Church and Habitat for Humanity of Story County. Kim’s prior community involvement consists of serving as president of the Mary Greeley Medical Center Auxiliary as well as serving as the corporate board president and alumni advisor for Delta Delta Delta Sorority at ISU. It is apparent from Kim’s community involvement work that she rises to the top and is viewed as a leader.

Kim has over 15 years experience in the residential mortgage business. She is consistently in the Top Producers Club in her industry and has made education and professional training a priority. In addition to her finance degree from ISU, Kim has continued her professional development with classes and seminars such as Todd Duncan Sales Mastery, ACT Database Management, Leadership & Team Building and Mortgage Mastery. Kim is a true professional in the mortgage business and is highly respected by her customers and colleagues.

Kim graduated from Iowa State University’s College of Business. She lives in Ames with her husband, Chris, and her two children, Colton and Ashley. 12 DAN NUTINI, 32 Project Architect Roseland Mackey Harris Architects PC

Dan exemplifies what every employer looks for in a young professional. His willingness to volunteer and participate in both work and social activitIes and responsibilities is limitless. He is self-motivated to expand his knowledge in his field and community activities. Dan is always looking for an opportunity to get involved to improve both his workplace and the community.

Rising to a leader in several capacities throughout the community, Dan is also in line to take the helm of the Young Professionals of Ames organization in 2011. He currently serves as the YPA Membership and Social Committee Chair, and has been instrumental in recruiting and engaging members throughout the years. On his initiative, Dan participated and graduated from the Ames Citizens Academy, and currently holds a position on the City of Ames Building Code Board of Appeals. Dan also volunteers with the AARP and the Heartland Senior Center.

Dan is a Registered Architect with the American Institute of Architects, and is also a LEED Accredited Professional. Having completed his BBA at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, Dan received his Master of Architecture from Iowa State University. Dan and his wife Wendy live in Ames.

BECKY PERKOVICH, 29 Supported Living Technician Mainstream Living

Becky has a very high level of involvement in the Ames community. She has been extremely active with the Ames Jaycees and the Iowa Junior Chamber for years assuming several leadership positions and receiving several major awards along the way. Besides graduating from the Jaycee Prime program, Becky has received the 2006 national Outstanding Local Vice-President Award (U.S. Jaycees), the 2007 Local Vice-President of the Year, and the 2007 State Program Manager of the year from the Iowa Junior Chamber.

Becky serves her community in a plethora of other ways as well. She has served on the Main Street Cultural District 4th of July Committee, United Way of Story County Endowment Donor Recognition Committee, Community and Family Resources Advisory Board and Leadership Ames. Volunteer capacities expand to include the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Mary Greeley Medical Center External Relations office, 4H mentor in Boone County, and Young Professionals of Iowa. Additionally, Becky just accepted the position of City of Ames volunteer in the 2010-11 ASSET process for funding local human service core programs. Becky is regularly asked to assume leadership positions within her volunteer activities.

Becky’s position at Mainstream Living includes researching and coordinating social, community and recreational activities to enhance the lives of clients with mental handicaps. She also works with clients on medical, household and personal skills. It takes a compassionate and skilled professional to work in this area, and those adjectives certainly describe this outstanding young professional.

Becky graduated from Des Moines Area Community College. She lives in Ames with her dog, Izzy and her rabbit, Maude. Her favorite activity is volunteering.

13 Members listed in bold print with an asterisk are Gold Members who have donated 10% above their annual dues for Chamber programs.

3M Ames Sewing and Vacuum Inc Borders *5 Fingers Creative *Ames Silversmithing Boys’ and Girls’ Club of Story County Inc. AAA Minnesota/Iowa Ames Super 8 Motel Brewer’s Aaron’s Ames Trenching BRG Music Abstract & Title Services of Story County AmesNewsOnline.com Rick Brimeyer Access Assault Care Center Animal World Pet Sitting Inc. of Ames IA Brookstone Relocation Access Systems Antiques Iowa Ltd. Brown’s Heavy Equipment Inc. Accord Architecture / Henkel Construction Anytime Fitness Brown’s Shoe Fit Co. Accurate Auto Trim & Upholstery Inc. Applebee’s Grill and Bar *Robert Buck ACE Community Credit Union The Arc of Story County Bud’s Service Center Ltd. ACI Mechanical Inc. Arkae Management Inc. *Butterfly Wellness Spa ACPC - Ames Community Preschool Center Arnold Motor Supply C & K Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing ActionCOACH *At-Home Care Company Cafe Diem Adams Funeral Home ATRON INC. Cafe Milo *Jack Adams ATW Training & Consulting Cafe Shi *Adam’s Moving Aunt Maude’s The Cafe Advance Services Inc. Aurora Therapy Services *Ann Campbell *Advanced Analytical Technologies Inc. (AATI) Auto Glass Center Campus Book Store Advanced Therapy Solutions AXA Advisors Campustown Property Management Advocare Independent Distributor Ayden Lee Capanna Coffee and Gelato Aerotek Kelli Bachman CareerBridge USA Ag Leader Technology Inc. Ball Corporation Plastics Container Caremoli USA Inc. Alfred’s Carpet & Decorating Bank of the West *Carlos O’ Kelly’s Alliant Energy *Bankers Trust - Ames Carpet One Floor & Home Allstate Agency - Marci Baldwin *Barclay & Associates P.C. Carroll Lock & Safe Co. Inc. Alpha Copies & Print Center Barilla America Inc. *CAR-X Auto Service American Country Barten Law Office P.C. Casey’s General Store - Lincoln Way American Diabetes Association Bartholomew Chiropractic Casey’s General Store - South Duff Avenue American Family Insurance - Katie Frame Agency Bartlett Financial Cassaidy Orthodontics American Family Insurance - Jon Fuhs The Basket Boutique Celebrations Party & Wedding Store American National Insurance Co. *B-Bops The Cellular Connection American Red Cross - Lincoln Way Chapter Bear Marketing Center for Child Care Resources AmericInn & Suites of Ames Becker Underwood Inc. Center for Creative Justice (CCJ) Ames Back & Neck Care Center Beisser Lumber Company Central Iowa Board of Realtors Ames Best Pies Benjamin Franklin Plumbing *Central Iowa Transit Inc./CIT Charters Inc. *Ames Bulletin Board *Neala Benson *Central States Roofing Ames Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Best Buy CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate Ames Christian School Best Western University Park Inn & Suites CGA Consultants Ames Community Arts Council Bethany Life Communities Inc. *Championship Duplication Ames Community Bank Better Business Bureau *Championship Productions Ames Community School District Beverly J Crabtree Chase Signs & Graphics Inc. Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau Bickford Assisted Living Checkerboard Pantry Ames Education Foundation Big Brothers Big Sisters of Story County ChildServe Ames Eye Clinic Lisa Biggs *Chitty Garbage Service Inc. The Ames Foundation BILD International *Chocolaterie Stam Ames Golf & Country Club Bill & Betty Waters City of Ames Ames Historical Society BioForce Nanosciences Inc. Dick Clem Ames Insurance Center BioLife Plasma Services Cline DeVries & Allen LLP Ames Jaycees Black Market Pizza Clouser Plumbing *Ames Jiffy Lube The Blood Center of Iowa Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Ames Oral Surgeons P.C. Bob Lehmann Code Red LLC Ames Orthodontics Bodholdt & Grummer Productions Inc. Coe’s Floral & Gifts Ames Pet Hospital *Boehringer Ingelheim Cold Stone Creamery Ames Public Library Bolton & Menk Inc. Coldwater Golf Links Ames Racquet & Fitness Center Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad Comfort Inn - Ames

14 Comfort Inn - Story City Electric Wholesale Gilbert Community School District Community and Family Resources Electronic Engineering Co./The Beeper People Donna Gilligan Community Financial Center Eller Enterprises Inc *Judy Gilger Complete Spine & Headache Center Elmquist/Deckers BP Glendandy Marketing Completely Kitchens LLC Emerhoff’s Footwear *Global Reach Internet Productions Glen Connors Enterprise Rent-A-Car Global State Mortgage Consamus and Hampton Dental Clinic PLC En-Tire Car Care Global VetLink L.C. Con-Struct Inc *Ev Cochrane & Associates Golf USA Consumer Credit Counseling Service of NE IA Everett & Marilyn Freel *Donald Good DDS Consumers Energy Everts Flowers & Gifts Grandgenett Family & Pediatric Dental *Converse Conditioned Air LLC Exchange State Bank Grandon Funeral and Cremation Center Cookies etc. Executive Express Grandstay Residential Suites Sanja Cooklin Experience Works *Robert Grathwohl Cook’s Emporium Expressions Dental Great Stuff Copyworks F & M Bank *Greater Iowa Credit Union *Cornerstone Church Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Green Hills Retirement Community Cottage on Broad *Family Chiropractic Clinic The Groom Room Country Inn & Suites of Ames Family Martial Arts Center H & R Block Country Landscapes Inc. Fareway Ames North H.L. Munn Lumber Co. CPMI Events Center Fareway Stores Inc. Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa *Craftsmen Carpet Care Farm Bureau Financial - Tim Hackbarth Lance Crawford DDS MS Rick Cardwell/Roger Robinson Hach Company Crossroads Counseling Farmers Cooperative Co. Haila Architecture Structure Planning Crystal Clean Farner Bocken Co. Hallett Materials Cub Foods Ferguson Enterprises Electric Hampton Inn Culligan/Ultra Pure & Industrial Services Fighting Burrito Nancy E. Hammer CPA Culver’s Finesse Spa Salon Hanson Homes Inc Cuppy’s Coffee, Smoothies & More First American Bank Mark Hanson Custom Steel Service First Class Signs Happy Joe’s Cycles First Evangelical Free Church Hap’s Air Service Cyclone Advantage First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa Harris & Co CPA PLC Cyclone Awards & Engraving Inc First National Bank Harvest Heating & Air Conditioning Cyclone Liquors First Property Management Hastings & Gartin LLP Cylosoft Inc First United Methodist Church Haverkamp Properties Inc. D.D. Pyle Company Tom Flack *Hawkeye Renewables Dahleen’s Cleaning Service Flame ‘n Skewer Health Alliance Midwest *Dairy Queen Flooring Gallery and Linda Glantz Design HealthWise Resources Day Chiropractic Flummerfelt Enterprises Inc. Hearing Unlimited Dayton Road Development Corp Formative Years Heartland Baptist Church Dentistry at Somerset Four Seasons/Van Wall Equipment Heartland Inn Des Moines Area Community College Fox Engineering Associates Inc. Heartland Senior Services Des Moines Register *Fred Winkler & Sons Inc. Heartland Technology Solutions Design Homes of Ames Freedom Tire Lisa Heddens James Dickson, CPA CFP Freeman Financial Services *Hedrick Construction Docuworks Friedrich Construction Hendrickson Rentals and Real Estate Inc. Domino’s Pizza Friedrich Iowa Realty Herrick Dental P.C. Don & Sons Body Shop Fringe Benefits Design Inc. *Hetzler & Rhodes Concrete Const. Inc. The Door & Fence Store *Fuji Japanese Steakhouse Heuss Printing Doran Clinic for Women *Furman Corporation Hickory Park Restaurant Co. John Doyle Gallery 319 Hickory’s Hall Banquet & Event Center DSM Nutritional Products Inc. Gateway Hotel & Conference Center Heath Hill Dublin Bay Gateway Insurance Services Hilton Garden Inn Ames Dutch Oven Bakery Gateway Management Co. His & Hers Styling Salon E M Sensors Gateway Real Estate Holiday Inn Ames Conference Center Edge Technologies Inc. *Ge-Angelo’s Italian Restaurant & Lounge Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edward Jones - Bob Greiner/Douglas D Dodgen Gee Willie Entertainment Home Builders Association Edward Jones Investments - Austin Woodin *Geisinger Construction Inc Honey Creek Golf Club Christina Ehrman George White Chevrolet-Pontiac *Dick & Sandy Horton Elbert Chiropractic Clinic P.C. Gibbons Suntken Investment Consulting Howard R. Green Company

15 HPC LLC Jodi Jurgemeyer Midwest Insurance Corporation HR Systems Inc. K.D. Amusement Distributors Inc. Milroy’s Formal Wear Hubbell Realty Company Kapaun & Brown Inc. Miron Construction Company Hunziker & Associates Realtors Kaplan Test Prep & Admissions Monkeytown Hunziker Christy Shirk Builders Inc. KASI/KCCQ *Wayne Moore Hunziker Property Management KCI Landscape Supply Moorman Clothiers Hutson-Thompson Plumbing Inc. Kearney Brannan & Glotfelty DDS NAACP Huxley Business Association Tom Kiliper *Nagle Signs Inc. *HWS Consulting Group Kil’n Time Studio National Cinemedia Hy-Vee Lincoln Plaza Kingland Systems Corporation National Farmers Organization Hy-Vee Drugstore Kingston Life and Health NationJob Hy-Vee West Kinzler Companies Nelson Electric ICS Advanced Technologies Klatt & Associates CPA PC *Newbrough Law Firm LLP IKON Office Solutions Knapp Tedesco Insurance Agency Inc. NewLink Genetics Infomax Office Systems Inc. The Krell Institute Nikkel & Associates Inc. Innova Ideas & Services Kriz-Davis Co North Grand Mall Insite Kum & Go Northcrest Community Integrity Constructions Services LLC *Keith & Ellen Landon Northern Lights Center Intensitee Drew Larson Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Interpower Corporation *Jami Larson Novozymes Iowa Career Connection Law Offices Payer Hunziker Rhodes & Peters NuTech Seed LLC Iowa Financial Partners LearnCorp Resources LLC Wendy Nutini Iowa Heart Center Lebeda Mattress Factory Nyemaster Goode Attorneys & Counselors at Law Iowa Home Consulting Lee’s Cellular and More Inc. Oakwood Road Church Iowa House Legends American Grill *Octagon Center for the Arts Iowa Irrigation Corp. Liberty Tax Service O’Donnell Ace Hardware Iowa Public Radio Life Investors Financial Group Okoboji Grill Iowa Sports Foundation Lohr Consulting & Publishing LLC Old Chicago Pasta and Pizza Iowa State Center Lutheran Services in Iowa Old George’s Pizza and Steakhouse Iowa State Daily *LWBJ LLP Olde Main Brewing Company Iowa State Memorial Union Lynn’s Laser Car Wash Nathan Olson Iowa State Ready-Mix Concrete Inc MagnaLynx Inc Orning Glass Company *Iowa State University Mainstream Living Inc Our Iowa *Iowa State University Book Store Manpower Inc Panchero’s Mexican Grill Iowa State University Department of English Marshalltown Broadcasting Inc. Panera Bread Iowa State University Foundation Martens Law Office Papa John’s Pizza Iowa State University Research Park/ISIS Mary Greeley Medical Center Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n Bake Pizza Iowa State University/Athletic Department Mary Kay’s Flowers & Gifts Inc Pappajohn Center / SBDC Iowa Telecom Communications Inc. Mass Mutual Financial Group Party Time Special Events Iowa’s Wine Cellar Mayfair Cleaners Payroll Services of Iowa Inc *iSEEK Corporation Maureen McCartan Perfect Games Inc ISU Alumni Association McDonald’s Restaurants Phasient Learning Technologies ISU Extension-Story County McFarland Clinic PC Pinnacle Properties ISU Greek Community McPherson Graphics *The Pita Pit *ISU Net *Mediacom Pizza Hut J C Penney Company Mediation Resources of Central Iowa Pizza Pit Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Medicap Pharmacy Pizza Ranch of Ames Jacquelyn’s Photography Melissa Stenstrom Fine Jewelry Planet Sub Jaspering Electric MEMBERS 1st Community Credit Union Planned Parenthood of the Heartland *Jeff’s Pizza Shop Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel PowerFilm Jensen Builders Ltd. Metlife/ Jeff Kellen *Prairie Moon Winery The Jensen Group Microtel Inn & Suites Preferred Pest Management Inc. Jerry Carney & Sons Inc. Mid America KVAR Pretzelmaker - North Grand Mall Jesse Keeling & Assoc - Ameriprise Financial *Mid-Iowa Satellite LLC Principal Financial Group Ames Service Center Jimmy John’s Midland BioProducts Corp. Principal Financial Network - Lance Gardener Ngaire West Johnson Midwest Coaches Inc. Pro Cleaning Services *Chuck & Carolyn Jons Midwest Collegiate Conference Pro Commercial Jon Hunziker Construction Midwest Financial Professional Home LLC Jones Triad Inc. *Midwest Heritage Bank *Professional Property Management

16 *Proplanner Skinsational Thrivent Financial For Lutherans - Qdoba Mexican Grill SkunkRiverCycles Rod Place Quality Attributes Software Inc The Smile Shop TKP Contracting Company Inc Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village Snow Creek Apparel Tom Randall Real Estate Team *Quality Motors / U Save Auto Rental Snyder & Associates Inc Tom Walter’s Company Quality Services LLC Solid Systems Inc Tommy’s Salon QualityOne Commercial Cleaning Somerset Pharmacy Total Massage *Quebec Construction South Story Bank & Trust Travel & Transport Quilting Connection Inc. Special Olympics Iowa The Tribune Qwest Communications Speck Plumbing Inc Trickle’s Tire & Automotive R & C Landscape & Lawncare The Spice Thai Cuisine James & Carol Sue Triplett Rally Appraisal LLC Sport Clips Triplett Real Estate and Insurance Inc. Randall Corporation Sports Page Tru Count Inc. Rathert Construction Inc Spring Valley Wireless Tuffy Auto Service Center RDG Rudi Lee Dreyer Stable Ground LLC Twentieth Century Bowling RE/MAX Real Estate Center Standard Printing & Design U.S. Bank Read Health Center of Chiropractic Staniforth-Calhoun-Hawthorne Dental Office U.S. Cellular Rebarcak Chiropractic Back Care Center *Starbucks Coffee U.S. Coffee & Tea Company Red Lobster Tom Stark Under One Woof Redeker’s Furniture Co State Farm Insurance Mark Doyle Union Pacific Railroad Reese Electric Motor Co Inc State Farm Insurance Pat Brown United Community School District Renewable Energy Group Inc. State Farm Insurance Scott Richardson United Way of Story County Rich Lepper Construction Inc Steamway Cleaning & Restoration Universal Harvester Co Inc. Richmond Center Stecker-Harmsen Inc University Inn Riddle’s Jewelry Stenberg Concrete Construction University Towers Apartments Rietz Consultants Ltd Stevens Memorial Chapel The UPS Store River Valley Credit Union Nicolaus Stifel USA Staffing Robert Phillips Photography Stoltze & Stoltze Family Dentistry USDA NVSL Robinson Renovation & Woodworking LLC Stomping Grounds Cafe Valentino’s Ron and Mary Sievers Storey Kenworthy *Valley Bank *Roseland Mackey Harris Architects P.C. Story Construction Co. VenuWorks Rotary Club of Ames Story County Ver Helst Chiropractic Roto-Rooter Story County Community Foundation Verizon Wireless Norm Rudi Story County Community Life Program Vernon Sales Promotion Jim Ryan Story County Medical Center *Ville Day Spa Safety Pros USA Story County Republicans Wallaby’s Bar & Grill Sail Aweigh Travel Inc. Story County Title Inc. *Wal-Mart Saint Cecilia Catholic Community Stumbo & Associates Land Surveying Inc Wal-Mart Supercenter The Salon Professional Academy SUCCESS Gymnastics Wandling Engineering Sam’s Club Sunbelt Business Brokers Ward Chiropratic Group LLC Duane W. Sandage Suzan Shierholz *Waste Management of Ames Alisha Sauer Swank’s Jewelry Water Concepts Gallery/Plumb Supply Sauer-Danfoss Inc Sylvan Learning Center Wayne Larson Collision Specialists Inc. Saxton Inc. Taco John’s WCI Pools and Spas Andrew Saxton Tanworld Welch Ave Station Scharnweber Water Conditioning Target Stores Welcome Home Frank & Jane Schill Tax Pro$ Scott A. Thompson CPA PC Wells Fargo Schnurr & Company LLP Teal & Tenacious Wesley At Home *Keith G. Schrag L.M.F.T. Technical Services Inc Laura West Schuling Hitch Co. Ted & Joanie Tedesco *West Towne Pub *Sevde Self Storage *Temptations on Main Wheatsfield Grocery Severson Insurance Agency Terracon Consultants Inc Wild Birds Unlimited Shelter Insurance - Mike Dolan Terry & Andy’s Tacos Inc William Penn University Sherwin Williams Paint Co Theisen’s *Wilson Cadillac Toyota Scion Shoppes on Grand Thompson Electric Winning Solutions Inc. Sigler Printing & Publishing Inc. Thompson Oil Company Wolfe Eye Clinic Sign Pro Thrivent Financial for Lutherans - Woodruff Construction/Woodruff Design *Skarshaug Testing Laboratory Inc. Faas/Beilfelt/Metz/Till Younkers Skin Solutions Dermatology Youth & Shelter Services

17 Ackerman Investments/Quality Inn & Suites Friedrich Iowa Realty Midland Power Cooperative Ag Leader Technology Gateway Hotel and Conference Center Newbrough Law Firm, LLP Alliant Energy Global Reach Internet Productions Nikkel & Associates Ames Community Bank Greater Iowa Credit Union North Grand Mall Ames Home Builders H.L. Munn Lumber Company Nyemaster Law Firm Ames Trenching Hallett Materials Pella Corporation Bankers Trust Hanson Homes Pinnacle Properties Barilla America, Inc. Haverkamp Properties Quality Attributes Becker Underwood Hawkeye Renewables, LLC Randall Corporation Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Holiday Inn RDG, Rudi Lee Dreyer Burke Company Hunziker & Associates Roseland, Mackey, Harris Architects, PC Caremoli HWS Rueters Red Power Central States Roofing Iowa State Ready Mix Sauer-Danfoss Huxley Development Corp Iowa State University Sigler Companies City of Story City Iowa State University Research Park Sign Pro Con-Struct Iowa Subway Development, Inc Tom Stark, DDS, M.S.D. Consumers Energy Jerry Carney & Sons, Inc State Farm Insurance Converse Conditioned Air Dick & Gene Johnson Story City EDC Cub Foods Kinzler Construction Services (KCS) Story Construction DD Pyle Larson Development Story County Exchange State Bank Lee Livingston Temptations on Main F & M Bank LWBJ, LLP Todd & Sargent First American Bank Manatts, Inc The Tribune First National Bank Marrs & Associates US Bank Ford Street Development Mary Greeley Medical Center Valley Bank Fox Engineering McFarland Clinic Wells Fargo Bank

AMES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Membership in the Ames Chamber of Commerce is an investment in your business and in your community! The Ames Chamber programs are dedicated to helping area businesses grow, expand and locate in Ames.

MARKETING BUSINESS ASSISTANCE CONNECTIONS • Coupons on the Chamber’s website • Access to NationJob Network and • Leadership Ames (all sectors • Member mailers & mailing lists discounts for USA Background Search of Ames community) • Membership decal • Small Business Career Fair • Education Connections (public • Sponsorship opportunities • Referrals and private schools in Ames- • Ribbon-cuttings / Ground-breakings • Certificate of Origin Forms area, workforce-related • Business-to-Business Expo • Staff support diversity issues) • State and County connections • Government Affairs (city, NETWORKING • Phone books and other community county, state and federal • Monthly Business After Hours resource materials elected officials • Business at Breakfast • Ames Economic Development • Speed Networking ADVOCACY Commission (IA Dept of • New Member Receptions • Unified voice on business issues Economic Development, labor- • Ambassador Program • Legislative Luncheons shed studies, Ames Seed • Special events including our Annual • Voter registration and election Capital, commercial listings) Event, Golf Day and Steak Fry information • Young Professionals of Ames • Prioritized local issues • Candidate forums PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT • Chamber Day at the (State) Capitol • Leadership Ames • Federal Delegation Trip to • Business Improvement Forums Washington, D.C. • Professional Development Series

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