New application and nomination forms for 2010
WDMLA's new application and nomination forms can be submitted via mail or electronically. Nominate someone or apply for WDMLA today!
In February the class studied performance coaching and talked with local education leaders. See the photos.
board(at)wdmleaders.org to contact all board members via e-mail.
In 2009 the Academy's board grew from five to 17, with many members of the inaugural class taking leadership positions on the board. Board members are often found attending Academy sessions and social functions, and also participate in the Academy's LinkedIn group and Facebook page.
Rose Breuss, Chairperson
McGowen, Hurst, Clark & Smith P.C.
Kevin Snyder, Chair-Elect
LADCO Development
Lynn Janssen, Secretary
Premier Health Associates
Linda Hulleman, Treasurer & Finance Chair
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Phil Hodgin, Past Chair & Selection Chair
RDG Planning & Design
Carole Chambers, Curriculum Chair
Des Moines Business Record
Jeremy Schultz, Communications Chair
Self-employed graphic designer and web designer
Karen Novak Swalwell, Fundraising Chair
Francis & Associates
Chris Haviland, Class Project Liaison
Group Benefits Ltd.
Tom Houser
Davis Brown Law Firm
Dave Farnsworth
McGowen, Hurst, Clark & Smith P.C.
Angela Johnson
Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines
Mike Schneider
GuideOne Insurance
Aiddy Phomvisay
West Des Moines Community Schools
Michele Whitty
Dowling Catholic High School
Elaine Kay
American Heart Association
Tina Gray
Shive-Hattery
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Designed by Jeremy Schultz.

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