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

Carson Claypool

2025 President
First Newton National Bank
John Lee

John Lee

Past President
John Lee Photography
Jamie Bennett

Jamie Bennett

Board Member
First Interstate Bank
Rachel Braafart

Rachel Braafart

Board Member
Group Dynamic
Trisha  Dunkelberger

Trisha Dunkelberger

Treasurer
Performance Financial
Holly Smith

Holly Smith

Board Member
MCG - Mahaska Communications
Kelly Sorenson

Kelly Sorenson

Ambassador Chair
Newton Community School District
Erin Yeager

Erin Yeager

Ex-Officio
Newton Main Street

The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce

We serve the greater Newton area by connecting local businesses and the community.

Contact Us

100 N 2nd Ave. W
P.O. Box 633
Newton, IA 50208
641-792-5545 · Email Us