About Us
Making Innovation Iowa's Foundation
For every industry. For every Iowan. Since 1997, we’ve united tech and business leaders, providing the resources to drive economic impact across the state.
Our Purpose
To uphold technology as the cornerstone of Iowa’s growth.
To uphold technology as the cornerstone of Iowa’s growth.
Our Mission
To unite our state’s technology professionals and leaders by sharing resources, strengthening networks, and shaping policy to drive innovation—for our members and all Iowans.
To unite our state’s technology professionals and leaders by sharing resources, strengthening networks, and shaping policy to drive innovation—for our members and all Iowans.
Our Vision
To make Iowa the standard for innovation, where technology is the core of every industry and powers the future of our state.
To make Iowa the standard for innovation, where technology is the core of every industry and powers the future of our state.
How We Drive Impact
We define impact by what moves Iowa forward.
Connection
We welcome organizations from all industries and people from all backgrounds at our 100+ annual events. Silos break down, networks and economic development opportunities grow.
Policy
We ensure growth guides the agenda. For all Iowans. TAI shapes inclusive, pro-innovation policy that advocates for our state’s diverse businesses and people, alike.
Talent
We grow Iowa’s tech workforce. Through professional development programs like ITLI and ITC and statewide initiatives, we help tech professionals refine skills, build peer networks, and access opportunities—strengthening a more inclusive and competitive pipeline.
Our Team
We’re laser focused on technology—and helping create networks and opportunities.
Sydney Gangestad
Legislative Liaison
Logan Murray
Legislative LiaisonOUR BOARD
Technology Association of Iowa Board of Directors
TAI’s Board of Directors comprises Iowa’s most innovative technology leaders, who focus on positioning Iowa as a leader in innovation, talent, and economic growth.
Shawn Swaner
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Athene
Shane Stark
President / Co-Owner
Carrier Access
Sanjeev Satturu
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Casey’s General Stores
Rodney Mickelson, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Advanced Technology & Capabilities
Collins Aerospace
Larry Brandmeyer
Executive – Global Infrastructure, Operations, Cloud, & Service Management
Corteva Agriscience
Mark Chase
Vice President of Product Development, ClearanceJobs.com (DHI Group, Inc.)
Joe Riesberg
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
EMC Insurance Companies
Nathan Kerns
Executive Vice President – Information Technology
Fareway Stores
Ted Hughes
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
F&G Annuities & Life
Zachary Pratt
Shareholder & Attorney
Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
Debbie Dean
Vice President, Health Analytics Solutions
General Dynamics Information Technology
Adam Haeder
Operations Manager
Google
Dave Ashton
Chief Information Officer
Holmes Murphy
Kristen Constant
Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Iowa State University
Jason Katcher
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Information Technology
ITA Group
Scott Hany
Information Technology Director
John Deere
Alex Olson
Executive Vice President, Strategy & Business Development
Kingland
Brad Rasmussen
Chief Information Officer
Merchants Bonding Company
Collin Ellis
Director of Information Technology
Musco Lighting
Dave Tucker
Partner
Next Level Ventures
Travis Turnbull
Division Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Pella Corporation
Kathy Kay
Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Principal Financial Group
Jace Day
Executive Vice President & Chief Business Officer
SHAZAM
Matt Koch
Chief Marketing Officer
Sukup Manufacturing Co.
Zach Gates
Partner
UHY
Laura Smith
Chief Information Officer
UnityPoint Health
Jon Darsee
Chief Innovation Officer
University of Iowa
Karmen Dillon
Chief Information Officer
University of Northern Iowa
Brianne Schulte
Vice President – Strategy, Risk, Information Technology & Financial Planning
Vermeer Corporation
Jeremy Kauten
Chief Information Officer & Senior Vice President, Information Technology
VGM Group
Paul Hlivko
Executive Vice President, Chief Information & Digital Officer
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Ryan Schaap
Chief Information Officer
Wells Enterprises
Kim Huffman
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Workiva
TAI MEMBERSHIP
Amplify Innovation Across Iowa
Join the community of technology and business professionals making our state known for talent, leadership, and visionary possibilities.
Join the community of technology and business professionals making our state known for talent, leadership, and visionary possibilities.
Contact Us
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Media Inquiries
Media Contact:
Nick Donovan
nick@technologyiowa.org
515-518-8075