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 PresidentFirst Newton National Bank
John Lee
Past PresidentJohn Lee Photography
Jamie Bennett
Board MemberFirst Interstate Bank
Rachel Braafart
Board MemberGroup Dynamic
Trisha Dunkelberger
TreasurerPerformance Financial
Holly Smith
Board MemberMCG - Mahaska Communications
Kelly Sorenson
Ambassador ChairNewton Community School District
Erin Yeager
Ex-OfficioNewton Main Street

