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 - Marla Martens
Marla is a recent Iowa State graduate, having earned a degree in Advertising with a minor in English. She spent her last semester as an intern with the Arts Council, and when she finished her work with us, we just couldn't let her go! After a year as our treasurer / secretary, she has agreed to serve as our president. Marla has been teaching herself to oil paint, and she is a master of Pinterest, another skill she has put to work for the benefit of the Arts Council, as she maintains our Pinterest account.
Marla is a recent Iowa State graduate, having earned a degree in Advertising with a minor in English. She spent her last semester as an intern with the Arts Council, and when she finished her work with us, we just couldn't let her go! After a year as our treasurer / secretary, she has agreed to serve as our president. Marla has been teaching herself to oil paint, and she is a master of Pinterest, another skill she has put to work for the benefit of the Arts Council, as she maintains our Pinterest account.
Vice-President - Kerry Gibson
Arts Council Vice President Kerry Gibson is a singer with Ames Chamber Artists, was a charter member of the Ames Euphonium Choir, and has been involved at ACTORS on stage and as a producer. As a communication specialist at Ames Laboratory, his duties include photography which he also pursues as a hobby. He enjoys the outdoors (cycling and kayaking) and is a woodworker, building furniture and wildlife calls.
Arts Council Vice President Kerry Gibson is a singer with Ames Chamber Artists, was a charter member of the Ames Euphonium Choir, and has been involved at ACTORS on stage and as a producer. As a communication specialist at Ames Laboratory, his duties include photography which he also pursues as a hobby. He enjoys the outdoors (cycling and kayaking) and is a woodworker, building furniture and wildlife calls.
Treasurer - Karen Krug
Karen returned to Iowa several years ago to be closer to family. She loves Ames for its trails, four seasons, variety of programs and entertainment, and has recently discovered the art community. Previously as a Speech Pathologist, she worked in educational and medical settings, but now as a volunteer she still enjoys working with children and adults with communication challenges. When she is not managing her natural gas leasing company, she could be touring the Midwest, gardening, biking, or hosting family and friends.
Karen returned to Iowa several years ago to be closer to family. She loves Ames for its trails, four seasons, variety of programs and entertainment, and has recently discovered the art community. Previously as a Speech Pathologist, she worked in educational and medical settings, but now as a volunteer she still enjoys working with children and adults with communication challenges. When she is not managing her natural gas leasing company, she could be touring the Midwest, gardening, biking, or hosting family and friends.
Additional Board Members
These Board Members provide crucial support and much needed skills!
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Connie Garnett
Tammy Koolbeck Jennifer Knox Daniel Marks Nadav Mer Laurie Olk Stan Rabe 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.
