Board of Directors

The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is made up of up to 10 community leaders representing the different business sectors that make up the Greater Newton Area Community. Each member has been thoughtfully selected based on leadership, Chamber involvement, and exhibited commitment to our community.

The Chamber’s Board of Directors helps to shape our positions on critical issues and influence how we work to improve the business environment in our area. Board members serve in an advisory capacity, providing assistance in the realm of public policy advocacy and member recruitment and retention.

Carson Claypool

2025 President
First Newton National Bank

Robbi Kingery

Board Treasurer
H&R Block

John Lee

Past President
John Lee Photography

Jamie Bennett

Board Members
First Interstate Bank

Rachel Braafart

Board Member
Group Dynamic

Zach Jensen

Board Member
Earthwise Pet

Gayle Kingery

Board Member
Graphic Packaging International

Holly Smith

Board Member
MCG - Mahaska Communications

Kelly Sorenson

Ambassador Chair
Newton Community School District

Erynn Van Kooten

Board Member
Farm Credit Services of America

Evelyn George

Ex-Officio
City of Newton

Erin Yeager

Ex-Officio
Newton Main Street