2021 genYP Group
Shelby Mensen
2021 Chair, Civic Engagement Committee
Palmer Group
Senior Recruiter
I am a Senior Recruiter on Palmer Group's Office Administration & Customer Service division. I work with candidates searching for new positions here in the Des Moines metro.
Curvin Larson
Vice-Chair, Membership Committee Chair
Comparion Insurance Agency, a Liberty Mutual Company
Sales Representative
Curvin has joined Comparion Insurance Agency, a Liberty Mutual Company, in August 2022 as a Sales Representative offering Personal & Casualty Insurance as well as Life Insurance. Comparion Insurance Agency helps individuals transfer the risks during life's most uncertain moments. Curvin's goal is to understand his customers needs and align them with the proper products and coverage they deserve; knowing their property and families are protected against uncertainty in the event of a loss.
Eric Williams
2021 Past Chair, Civic Engagement Committee
AO Wealth Advisory
Certified Financial Planner
My responsibilities include executing financial plans and assisting clients. I also help clients create personal and business budgets focused on achieving their financial goals.
Melissa Kyler, OD
Leadership Team, Membership Committee Co-Chair
Urbandale Eye Care
Optometrist, Owner
I am an Optometrist and Partner at Urbandale Eye Care. I grew up in Urbandale, and I am happy to be back in the community. My history with the practice is deep! I was a patient here as a child, then worked as a technician and receptionist, and returned as a doctor in 2008. It's great to serve the community I grew up in. I am passionate about vision and my patients, and I love getting to form relationships and watch families grow! I see patients of all ages, starting with providing free eye exams for babies 6-12 months of age. You can read more about it at www.infantsee.org. One of the fun things about my day is the variety that comes with routine eye care for all ages, fitting contact lenses, treating urgent care problems, managing eye disease, and evaluating conditions like diabetes that can affect the eyes...never a dull moment! Almost 12 years in, and I truly love it. I'm always happy to answer questions, so don't hesitate to reach out!
Bryanne Hensley
Leadership Team, Professional Development Co-Chair
University of Iowa Health Care
Program Coordinator for Money Follows the Person
Bryanne is a storyteller, advocate, leader & community connector who finds unique ways to motivate others. She is known for having a connection in any setting. Bryanne is passionate about supporting individuals across Iowa communities to have a voice, seek informed choices & live independently. Since 2024 she has served as the Program Coordinator for Money Follows the Person with the University of Iowa Health Care. Bryanne has been an active member of genYP since 2019 & serves on the genYP Leadership team. If she isn't working or at genYP, you can find Bryanne with her dog, Andy or catching a Cubs game!
Tiffany Menke
Chamber Staff
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
President
Since 2004, Tiffany Menke, IOM, has been the President of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce. She has served on the boards of and is a Past President/Past Chair of ICCE, CITR, and IMA. She currently represents Iowa on the MACE Board of Directors and serves on the Diversity and Inclusion Council through the Greater Des Moines Partnership as well as participates in a pilot program through the Evelyn K Davis center to mentor exoffenders.
In 2017, Tiffany was honored as a Woman of Influence through the Des Moines Business Record. Other honors include 40 under 40, and Ovation award from the Iowa Women's Foundation. She grew up in Newton and went on to Grand View University in Des Moines where she earned a degree in Mass Communications, Journalism and a minor in Photography.
To schedule a meeting with me, calendly.com/tmenke
In 2017, Tiffany was honored as a Woman of Influence through the Des Moines Business Record. Other honors include 40 under 40, and Ovation award from the Iowa Women's Foundation. She grew up in Newton and went on to Grand View University in Des Moines where she earned a degree in Mass Communications, Journalism and a minor in Photography.
To schedule a meeting with me, calendly.com/tmenke
Mackenzy Caligiuri
Morgan Frideres
Webspec
Digital Marketing Account Lead
Morgan is a digital marketing account lead at Webspec, a web design and digital marketing agency based here in Urbandale. Before starting at Webspec, she graduated from Simpson College with a degree in Public Relations. She has since been working with clients at Webspec and a part of genYP for over 5 years. In her current role, Morgan works with clients to create their digital marketing strategy, lead their campaigns, and work hand-in-hand with clients and the team to meet their business goals through digital tactics. She leads campaigns that include tactics like PPC advertising, social media management (paid and organic), search engine optimization (SEO), newsletters, reputation management, and more.
Brody Griffin
Nicholas Hullermann
Lindsey LaMair
Madi Neubaum
Sarah Nielsen
Showplace Cabinetry Design Center
Designer/Sales
Sarah Nielsen has always had a passion for design. With her father working construction and a woodworker on the side, she began building and designing at a young age. She attended Iowa State University, graduating in 2013 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree emphasizing in Woodworking and Photography with a Minor in Business. In 2014, she started at Showplace Cabinetry Design Center as an Assistant Designer/Customer Service representative. This allowed for Sarah to learn the design process from measuring a space, selecting design details, to finishing the project. She became a designer in 2016 and has since exceeded her expectations in sales, won a prestigious NKBA Thirty under 30 award, and is working towards her first accreditation and 'Aging in Place' certification. With her background in woodworking, she strives for a function-oriented design to create one of kind spaces that work well for the particular client.
Matt Nuetzman
Paychex HR
Strategic Business Consultant
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.
Sara Velander
Alec Wilcox
Cushman & Wakefield
Vice President
You could say real estate is in Alec’s blood. His mother owned a residential real estate agency in his hometown of Norfolk, NE and at age 19, he became one of the youngest people to receive his real estate license in Nebraska. Moving eastward to Drake University, Alec continued pursuing his love of real estate as an intern at R&R, becoming a full-time employee after graduating. As a millennial, Alec has special insight into what types of office design and company culture and attract and retain talented, younger employees. These skills, along with unique insight on the warehouse market make Alec a valuable broker for his clients.
Jake Burkhart
Modern Heating & Air
Principal
Creative HVAC Problem Solver and Dedicated HVAC Pro.
I’m driven to bring positive change in the way consumers view HVAC companies, their employees and their owners.
I’m a Champion of change, currently concentrating on transforming the residential industry from a “turn and burn”, “young person job” to a rewarding life long career path.
I am committed to leave our children with a better world. That motivates my company to be more responsible in the ways we heat and cool and build healthier homes.
Taylor White
Luke Van Roekel
Raven Terrell
Cale Carlson
New American Funding
Sr. Loan Consultant
Cale has over 13 years experience as a direct mortgage lender and has helped thousands of people become homeowners and refinance existing loans by offering a wide variety of mortgage products and programs. He takes great pride in patiently consulting clients on various loan scenarios and qualifications, calculating monthly payments and out of pocket costs, and ensuring smooth and predictable closing process.
Bryan Larson
Karter Smith
Bâton Global
Consultant
As a consultant with Bâton Global, Karter has supported engagements with non-profit organizations and corporations in areas of strategy development and execution, market analysis, data-driven tool development, and leadership development. He also brings past expertise in business development, marketing communications, and project coordination through experiences in Iowa and Minnesota.
Karter holds a B.S. at Drake University where he earned degrees in Marketing and Management through the College of Business with magna cum laude honors. He is a proud resident of Urbandale, IA and enjoys the local food, entertainment, and natural resources offered by the city.
Jessica Verwers
Jaime Pithan
Max Schaefer
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Jaydn Swailes
Guerrilla Graphics
Daycen Douglass
AO Wealth Advisory
Born and raised in eastern Iowa, Daycen now works as an Associate Financial Planner with AO Wealth Advisory in Urbandale. After graduating from Iowa State University, he and his wife, Payton, moved to West Des Moines before embarking on the journey of home ownership with the recent purchase of a home in Clive. They love to explore local eateries and coffee shops in their free time as well as taking their Goldendoodle, Hazel, on adventures.
Katie Hogle
Luke Hassman
Andrea Walker
Amy Flieder
Justin Schaubroeck
Ashley Miller
Des Moines Creative
Owner
Ashley Miller
Ashley is the owner and inspired genius behind Des Moines Creative. In her 11+ year career her work has traveled the world. Out of college she headed the design department for an international fortune 250 company. In the advertising world her small team of misfits moved the U.S. digital newspaper industry to mobile and created the digital ad empire. She's a self-taught web developer and branding expert. Her fascination with creativity and technology lead to the development of her first company, Des Moines Creative, by age 32. Now an award-winning agency.
Ashley is the owner and inspired genius behind Des Moines Creative. In her 11+ year career her work has traveled the world. Out of college she headed the design department for an international fortune 250 company. In the advertising world her small team of misfits moved the U.S. digital newspaper industry to mobile and created the digital ad empire. She's a self-taught web developer and branding expert. Her fascination with creativity and technology lead to the development of her first company, Des Moines Creative, by age 32. Now an award-winning agency.
