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2021 Chamber Awards
There is no better honor than to recognize individuals and businesses who have demonstrated leadership, commitment, and dedication to serving others or who have accomplished goals that make Indianola better.
Each year, the Chamber accepts nominations that recognizes and celebrates businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to our community. We are happy to announce the winners! Please enjoy some of the excerpts from some of the nominations:
• Distinguished Chamber Leader of the Year – Nate Fehl. “Nate has positively impacted the Indianola community in so many ways. He goes above and beyond to donate his time, resources and knowledge for the betterment of our community every day. He has been a strong leader on the Indianola Chamber of Commerce board of directors for several years, as well as holds leadership roles for many other Indianola organizations. His leadership at Hy-Vee is unparalleled. His employees have nothing but wonderful things to say about him, which is a key part of every successful organization.”
• Indianola Emerging Business of the Year – Willow Moon Apothecary, owner Brandy Werner. “This person is the type of business owner you want in a community. She’s active, forward-thinking and event minded. Her storefront is welcoming and she offers many unique products. Not only does this business have a strong social media presence, she excels at marketing her products in a visually appealing way. Located just off the Square, the shop revitalized a building, extended shopping offerings and has brought new life to the Indianola Square.”
• Steven G. Pfeifer Volunteer of the Year – Rick Barnard. “Rick’s commitment to the Indianola Booster Club can be attributed to its success for 30 years. He has shared his financial expertise with the organization from his career at the State Auditor’s office. The knowledge it takes to properly operate a non-profit can make or break any club or organization. He knows the rules to a tee and helps support the board to make responsible decisions.”
• Educator of the Year – Kent Halstead. “This teacher brings history to life – connecting students’ lives to their community. His class is seldom sitting down. They are up and collaborating with each other – creating and designing activities to learn by doing. He sets clear expectations – students will have fun while learning. He brings great energy to the school and does the same as a successful coach for Indianola High School.”
Congratulations to all of our award winners! Thank you for dedication and commitment to our community.
