Number of years as cooperative member: 34 years
Place of birth: Des Moines, Iowa
High school attended: Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Iowa
Additional education: I’ve earned my CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) and CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative) professional designations in the insurance industry.
Relevant professional experience: I’ve owned and operated Bryton Insurance Agency here in Panora for the past 33+ years. I understand business operations, and I’m an active supporter of our community. I was honored with the Panora Citizen of the Year award in 2007. I have served as president of both the Panora Chamber of Commerce and Panora Area Development Group (PRIDE) several times.
Organizations, clubs, and associations: Panora Fiber board of directors, Panora Chamber of Commerce (served as President twice), Panora Area Development Group (served as President twice), Little Panther Daycare & Preschool Board, co-leader of the Guthrie County 4-H group, US Sunbeams.
Current occupation: Insurance Agent and Agency Owner
Family: My husband Dave and I have been married for 28 years. We have two younger daughters: Hope (23) who’s married to Owen, and Meredith (14). We also have three older children with spouses: Josh (Tina), Trevor (Kris), and Brittany (Adam), and eight grandchildren.
Reason for running: Panora Fiber is a vitally important part of our community for a variety of reasons. I enjoy being active and making a difference in our community. Serving on the Panora Fiber board has allowed me the opportunity to serve the members and community by helping keep the company focused on the future while meeting the needs of our customers.