2026 Board of Directors
This is the official list - change the year at the front and disable those who are no longer on the board
Eric Williams
2026 Chair
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.
Katie Wheeler
2026 Vice Chair
LeAnn Thongvanh
2026 Director at Large
Benjamin Winters
Treasurer
Forge Financial & Management Consulting
Director of Virtual CFO
Ben Winters has over 10 years of experience in public accounting and currently leads the Virtual CFO practice at Forge Financial & Management Consulting. Ben partners with business owners to provide strategic financial guidance, improve reporting and forecasting, and strengthen decision-making through proactive financial leadership. He has also served on the Urbandale Chamber Board of Directors for the past four years. Outside of work, Ben enjoys golfing, cheering on the Chiefs and the Cyclones, and spending time with his family. Ben and his wife live in Waukee with their two children, Baylor and Cohen.
Creighton Cox
2026 Past-Chair
Greiner Construction
Creighton has over 20 years’ experience working in economic development, construction, and municipal & state government.
Juliana Perez-Castilla
2026 can serve own 3 year term
Jean Thompson
2026 can serve own 3-year term
Colton Rupprecht
2028
R&R Realty Group
Commercial Real Estate Manager
After spending four years working in insurance & technology industries, Colton made the move to start a career in commercial real estate. Colton enjoys learning about business operations and building relationships along the way. When outside of the office, he attends many Iowa State football & basketball games with family and is always up for a round of golf.
Tiffany Menke
President - 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
Gina Wright
Vice President - Staff
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
Vice President
Gina is a small town Iowa girl. Proud of her roots, she was born and raised on a farm. Her work ethic stems from the life her parents instilled in her and her 5 siblings. She was raised with strong Christian values and the belief she could accomplish anything if she put her mind to it.
Gina has spent the majority of her professional career in hospitality and working in the community. It was in this industry she found her passion for management, leadership and most of all, working with people! This simple position led her into development with multiple well-known brands.
In her free time, Gina is family focused. Family time is spent with her husband, Bobby and daughter, Shae. They enjoy time on the deck, grilling and entertaining.
Fletcher Barry
Membership Director - Staff
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
Membership Director
I graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelors in Sports and Recreation Management. The beginning part of my career has been spent working in the sports industry as a sales professional including for a few of the local Des Moines teams. I am looking forward to transitioning my career to serving my hometown and having a positive impact on the Urbandale community through the chamber! In my free time I enjoy spending it with my family, my girlfriend and our dog Suzie.
Kelly Troxel
Marketing & Events - Staff
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
Marketing and Event Coordinator
Kelly Troxel graduated from Iowa State University with a major in Marketing! With her background in marketing, event planning, and in the chamber industry, Kelly is excited to help in serving our mission by promoting and planning our events, communicating with members, and making sure you get your Chamber benefits!
In her free time, Kelly enjoys sewing (especially quilting), attending vintage and flea markets, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.
Anne Triplett
Program and administrative specialist
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
A proud Des Moines native, Anne Triplett brings a rich and diverse background to the Chamber. She earned her degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood from Drake University and began her career teaching in the Des Moines Public School system.
Anne’s professional journey spans multiple industries, including leadership roles in volunteer coordination and fundraising. Most recently, she discovered her passion for community engagement through the chamber world.
Outside of work, Anne enjoys biking, gardening, reading, cooking and baking, and spending time at Clear Lake. Her greatest joy is time spent with her grandchildren.
