Meet our Board and Staff

The people behind the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce.

2025 Board of Directors

Emily Schultz

Board Chair

BrokerTech Ventures

Brett Braafhart

Vice Chair

Professional Solutions

Randi Willard

Secretary

MidWestOne

Rhett Oselette

Treasurer

U.S. Bank

Jake Larson

Governance Chair

Jones Creek Apparel

Zach Elsbecker

Past Chair

Waukee YMCA

Lindsay Baessler

Access Systems

Jill Crosser

Bankers Trust

Aly Davis

Fit&Fierce 515

Vicki Davis

Iowa Trust

Lynn Harder

RE/MAX Concepts

Jessica Mitchell

Iowa Ortho

Nicky Wallace

The People Co.

Megan Watt

Navigate Wellbeing

Mayor Courtney Clarke

City of Waukee Liaison

Ben Sinclair

City of Waukee Council Liaison

Dr. Brad Buck

Waukee CSD Liaison

Meet our President & CEO

Jessica Taylor-Fink has more than 10 years in leadership roles in the nonprofit sector, focusing on marketing, fundraising, volunteer administration, and community development. She holds two undergraduate degrees from Iowa State University and a Master’s of Public Administration (MPA) from Drake University. She also currently serves as a board member of Young Variety.

Email: jessica@waukeechamber.com

Meet our Marketing & Events Manager

As the Marketing & Events Manager, Kelly Troxel helps in serving our mission by promoting and planning our events, communicating with members, and making sure you get your Chamber benefits!

Kelly attended Iowa State University and in her free time, Kelly enjoys crafting, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

Email: kelly@waukeechamber.com