Board of Directors & Governance | United Way of Story County

Our Board of Directors

We unite people, ideas, and resources to transform lives across Story County, working toward our vision of a connected and thriving community.

Karen Kiel Rosser

Board Chair

Vice President, Chief Quality Officer and Chief Strategy Officer

Mary Greeley Medical Center

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Karen Kiel Rosser

Board Chair

Vice President, Chief Quality Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Mary Greeley Medical Center

I’m very excited to be joining the Board of Directors for the United Way of Story County. UWSC is the community’s premier organization for identifying community human service needs and working to collaborate with others to solve these issues. I look forward to working within their three pillars of education, financial stability, and health to build a better Story County!

Committee

Allocations, ASSET, Executive, Equity

Chelsey Aisenbrey

Vice Chair

Chief Operations Officer

Ames National Laboratory

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Chelsey Aisenbrey

Vice Chair

Ames National Laboratory

Committee

Executive

Emma Cassabaum

2nd Vice Chair

Director of Patient Experience, Corporate Office Manager

21st Century Rehab

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Emma Cassabaum

2nd Vice Chair

Director of Patient Experience, Corporate Office Manager

Committees

Allocations, Executive, ASSET Board Representative

Nick Hoffman

Secretary

Commercial Asset and Decision Support Manager

Chevron Renewable Energy Group

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Nick Hoffman

Secretary

Commercial Asset and Decision Support Manager, Chevron Renewable Energy Group

I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve on the board for the United Way of Story County. As a resident of Ames for nearly the last 20 years, I’ve been able to see the positive impact the United Way has had on the community in a variety of ways. I’m excited to now be involved in a different capacity and to be a part of the continued impact that the United Way has on this community.

Committees

Executive, Finance

Jane Woodley

Treasurer

Controller

Story Construction

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Jane Woodley

Treasurer

Controller, Story Construction

As a lifelong resident of Ames, I have seen the positive impact of United Way of Story County. I am passionate about this community, and it is a privilege to serve on the board of directors and help them continue to meet their goals.

Committees

Executive, Finance Committee Chair

Joel Hochstein

Past Chair

Testing Center Manager

Iowa State University

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Joel Hochstein

Past Chair

Testing Center Manager, Iowa State University

Committee

Allocations Committee Chair

Milly Agai

Director

Intake Coordinator

Iowa State University – Office of Student Assistance

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Milly Agai

Director

Intake Coordinator, Iowa State University – Office of Student Assistance

I am humbled to serve on the United Way of Story County’s Board of Directors. I look forward to contribute to the ongoing efforts to promote health, education and financial stability within our community and engage with UWSC’s partner agencies in creating positive impact.

Committee

N/A

Shamaree Brown

Director

Senior Associate Athletics Director

Iowa State University

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Shamaree Brown

Director

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Iowa State University

My belief in the power of collective impact and community engagement is very much aligned with United Way of Story County’s mission. I look forward to utilizing my skills and energy to assist United Way in meeting the needs within Story County.

Committees

Allocations, ASSET Board Representative

Scott Cue

Director

Executive Director of Clinical and Support Services

Mary Greeley Medical Center

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Scott Cue

Director

Executive Director of Clinical and Support Services, Mary Greeley Medical Center

Committee

Finance

Shelley Goecke

Director

Marketing & Public Relations Director

McFarland Clinic

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Nick Hoffman

Director

Commercial Asset and Decision Support Manager, Chevron Renewable Energy Group

Committee

Finance

Zach Hansen

Director

Loan Officer

Availa Bank

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Zach Hansen

Director

Loan Officer, Availa Bank

I am honored to serve on the United Way of Story County Board and look forward to being involved while contributing to the organization’s strong commitment to our community.

Committee

N/A

Jason Henderson

Director

Vice President

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

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Jason Henderson

Director

Vice President, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Committee

N/A

Jason Keith

Director

Senior Vice President and Provost

Iowa State University

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Jason Keith

Director

Senior Vice President and Provost, Iowa State University

Committee

Finance

Allison Kleve

ISU Student Representative

Kinesiology (Pre-Physical Therapy) Major

Iowa State University

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Jason Mortvedt

Director

Marketing Director, Kinzler Construction Services

I am consistently impressed with the great work the United Way of Story County does to make a difference in the lives of people in our community. It’s not just talk – we’re taking action to address critical needs in the areas of education, health and financial stability. It is an honor and a privilege to help bless others by serving on the board of directors.

Committee

LIVE UNITED Food Drive

Katelyn Proctor

Director

Learning and Development Coordinator

Mary Greeley Medical Center

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Katelyn Proctor

Director

Learning and Development Coordinator, Mary Greeley Medical Center

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve on the board for United Way of Story County. United Way’s commitment to the health, financial stability, and education of the community is so impactful and one I’m grateful to be apart of.

Committee

Finance

Katie Shively

Director

Regional Sr. HR Manager

Danfoss

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Lindsey Richey

Director

MTSS Coordinator, Ames Community School District

For more than two decades, I have been fortunate to serve as an educator and educational leader dedicated to fostering growth and excellence in the classroom and beyond. As a proud two-time alumna of Iowa State University and a long-time Ames resident, I have deep ties to our local academic community. I am passionate about contributing to the continued success and well-being of the community my family and I are proud to call home. I am proud to serve on the Board of Directors and support United Way’s commitment to programs that ensure every child in Story County has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Committee

N/A

Lindsey Richey

Director

MTSS Coordinator

Ames Community School District

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Katie Shively

Director

Regional Sr. HR Manager, Danfoss

Having served on a previous United Way Board of Directors in a neighboring state, I have witnessed firsthand how much of a positive impact the United Way can have on a local communities; specifically in the areas of health, education and financial stability. I am honored to serve on the United Way of Story County Board of Directors and look forward to working closely with our partner agencies to ensure basic needs are met. There is nothing more satisfying than making a difference in the lives of those in our very own community.

Committee

Allocations

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