Sarah Kavalier, President, Coldwell Banker

Leisa Fox,  1st Vice President, Fox Growth Strategies

Jeremy Carmichael,  2nd Vice President, Ruan

Rick Mumm, Secretary, Bankers Trust

Michael O’Donnell, Treasurer, HyVee

Matt Banzhaf, Immediate Past President, Principal Securities

  • Amy Bethel, Unity Point

  • Scott Brennan, Davis Brown Law Firm

  • Lydia Caraveo, Grinell Mutual 

  • Tony Dahm, Coca-Cola

  • Rachel Delzell, Coldwell Bankers

  • Major Ryan Doty, Des Moines Police Dept.

  • Tammy Kerrigan, Risk Reductions Solutions

  • Casandra Mueller, Wellmark

  • Nick Pellegran, Ahlers & Cooney

  • Teri Raney, Delta Dental

  • Natasha Rogers, Wells Fargo

  • Steve Schmidt, North Risk Partners

  • Jim Stoelk, Retired CEI Equipment

  • Steph Ubmle, United Health Care

  • Denny Warren, Retired Elementary School Principal

 

 

The Board of Directors at Link Associates is composed of community leaders from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, all united by a shared passion for the individuals we serve. Each member volunteers their time and expertise, contributing to committees that align with their interests and specialties, including Personnel, Finance, Executive, Program, and Building and Grounds.

Our stakeholders are deeply aware of how fortunate we are to have such a dedicated Board of Directors. Each member brings a unique set of talents and skills, and together with our staff, they provide a comprehensive framework of leadership and oversight.

Governance, in this context, involves the Board’s responsibility to oversee the organization’s purpose and policies, supervise the Executive Director, ensure adequate resources, ensure compliance with regulations, and represent Link Associates to external stakeholders. Their unwavering commitment to those we serve—along with their families and our agency—ensures that we remain a leader among service providers.

Link Associates is committed to maintaining the highest moral, ethical, and business standards. It is the policy of the Board of Directors, in collaboration with the Executive Director and staff, to hold the organization accountable to its vision, mission, values, and code of ethics. Together, they ensure that Link Associates operates with integrity and excellence in the community we serve.

 

Board of Directors

 
“I wanted to serve as President of the Link Associates Board of Directors because I am deeply committed to the organization’s mission and vision. I believe in the power of community and collaboration, and I am eager to work alongside dedicated board members and the Executive Director to ensure Link Associates continues to thrive and expand its reach, ultimately making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.”
— Sarah Kavalier