The start of 2021 has brought changes for the Iola Area Chamber of Commerce including the transition of leadership on the board of directors.
As the new interim director, I’m excited for the opportunity to deepen my involvement in the Iola area and grow in my knowledge of area businesses. I’m encouraged by the Chamber board and our members as we grow in services and membership and regain the ability to safely bring back old Chamber events and introduce new ones.
The Chamber plans to kick off March with the first Chamber Coffee in close to a year. We also plan to introduce a St. Patrick’s Day small business promotion that will last from March 1 to March 17. Make sure to like and follow the Iola Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page to stay updated on these events. More information about the upcoming Chamber Coffees can also be found on the Iola Area Chamber website.
The Chamber is excited to introduce its 2021 board of directors as it looks forward to a positive year ahead.
Miles Mentzer is president of the board. Miles works as an ag loan officer at Community National Bank & Trust in Iola.
Chase Martin is vice president of the board. Chase works as assistant code enforcement officer for Iola.
John Baker is treasurer and works as a CPA and office manager at Jarred, Gilmore & Phillips, PA in Iola.
Shilo Eggers is a board member and works as a commercial loan officer and vice president at Landmark National Bank in the Iola branch.
Corey Schinstock is a board member and works as the interim city administrator for the City of Iola.
Traci Plumlee is a board member and works as the public relations specialist at Allen County Regional Hospital St. Luke’s Health System in Iola.
Morgan Dieker serves as a board member and works as a pharmacist at Iola Pharmacy.
Toni Manbeck is a board member and is store manager at Audacious Boutique in Iola.
Mandey Coltrane is a board member and works as the human resources manager at Russell Stover Chocolates in Iola.
I would love for you to stop by the Chamber office at 205 E. Madison in the basement of the Bowlus from 8 a.m. – noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. or give the office a call at 620-365-5252.
I look forward to meeting more of the community, learning from you all and answering any questions you might have about the Chamber and our services.
