Ames Community Arts Council Board, February 2017 (l-r): Sara Merritt, Jennifer Brockpahler, Stan Rabe, Marla Martens, Jennifer Drinkwater, Reed Siems, Kerry Gibson
Missing from photo: Sarah Schendel
Missing from photo: Sarah Schendel
May we introduce ourselves?
Staff
Arts Council Director - Jennifer Brockpahler
After graduating with a degree in interdisciplinary studies (music, education, business) from Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska, Jennifer went on to earn a master's degree in Community Arts Management with a non-profit emphasis from the University of Illinois -Springfield. Jen spent over 10 years at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire as the Arts / Special Events Coordinator, where she was instrumental in numerous projects that were intended to build audiences and strengthen community. Upon re-locating to Ames to be closer to her family, she is thrilled to put her passion for community building, outreach, and creative collaboration to work for the community and the artists of Ames.
In addition to serving as the Ames Community Arts Council Director, Jennifer works for the Critical Materials Institute of The Ames Laboratory.
After graduating with a degree in interdisciplinary studies (music, education, business) from Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska, Jennifer went on to earn a master's degree in Community Arts Management with a non-profit emphasis from the University of Illinois -Springfield. Jen spent over 10 years at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire as the Arts / Special Events Coordinator, where she was instrumental in numerous projects that were intended to build audiences and strengthen community. Upon re-locating to Ames to be closer to her family, she is thrilled to put her passion for community building, outreach, and creative collaboration to work for the community and the artists of Ames.
In addition to serving as the Ames Community Arts Council Director, Jennifer works for the Critical Materials Institute of The Ames Laboratory.
Officers of the Board of Directors
The Arts Council Board of Directors includes artists, business and community leaders, and other supporters of the arts. Board members serve three year terms and may serve up to two consecutive terms. For more information about serving on the Arts Council Board of Directors, please contact the President. If you would like to talk with any of the current board members, please use the contact form.
President - Tammy Koolbeck
Tammy Koolbeck, Executive Director of the Iowa State Center, joined the Ames Community Arts Council board in July 2018 and became our president in July 2020.
Tammy Koolbeck, Executive Director of the Iowa State Center, joined the Ames Community Arts Council board in July 2018 and became our president in July 2020.
Vice-President - Nadav Mer
Nadav Mer, owner of Morning Bell Coffee Roasters, joined the Ames Community Arts Council Board in July 2017 and became our vice president in July 2020.
Nadav Mer, owner of Morning Bell Coffee Roasters, joined the Ames Community Arts Council Board in July 2017 and became our vice president in July 2020.
Treasurer - position open!
If you're interested in becoming the treasurer for the Ames Community Arts Council, get in touch!
If you're interested in becoming the treasurer for the Ames Community Arts Council, get in touch!
Additional Board Members
These Board Members provide crucial support and much needed skills!
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Maureen Burke
Sara Compton Jamie Malone Dan Marks Lynn McElrath Kyle Renell Jacqueline Venner Senske Lee Anne Willson Would you like to join us? The Arts Council is always looking for new Board or Committee members. If you're interested, just drop us a line at info@amesart.org. |
2017 fundraising event, "Toast Your Local Arts Council."
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Internship Positions
The Arts Council is pleased to offer internships to capable, interested students. These unpaid positions provide experience in marketing (including social media) and event management. Click here to see a position description. Contact Jennifer Brockpahler at director@amesart.org for an interview.
The Arts Council is pleased to offer internships to capable, interested students. These unpaid positions provide experience in marketing (including social media) and event management. Click here to see a position description. Contact Jennifer Brockpahler at director@amesart.org for an interview.
