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Miles works as an Ag Loan Officer at Community National Bank & Trust in Iola, Kansas. He brings over fifteen years of experience in professional sales and agriculture business which he uses to serve the farmers and ranchers of Southeast Kansas. He also works with his family to run the Mentzer Family Farm and pumpkin patch. Miles is active in the Allen County Farmers’ Market. He earned his Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics, at Kansas State University.

John works as a Certified Public Accountant and Office Manager at Jarred, Gilmore & Phillips, PA in Iola, Kansas. He holds licensure to practice in the state of Kansas. He brings thirty-five years of experience in accounting, financials, and tax preparation which he uses to serve businesses and individuals to make informed financial decisions. John is also active on the St. John’s Catholic Church Finance Committee. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Pittsburg State University.

Shilo works as Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer at Landmark National Bank in Iola, Kansas. She brings over fifteen years of experience in agricultural lending serving farmers and ranchers in Eastern Kansas. She also works with her husband and his family on their large Woodson County farming and cattle operation. Shilo serves on the Ag. Advisory Board for Allen County Community College and is heavily involved in 4-H. She shows Paint and Quarter horses with her daughter on national and international levels, and Shilo’s stallion holds six World Champion titles. She earned her Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics and Business Management, from Kansas State University.

Corey works as Interim City Administrator for the City of Iola. He holds over twenty-five years of experience in city administration and over fourteen years of experience in his current position. He is active in the Kansas Association of City/County Management and the Community Involvement Task Force/Pride Committee Iola. Corey also sits on the Trolley Board Advisory Team, the Allen County Economic Development Advisory Board, and the Bowlus Fine Arts Commission. He earned his Associates of Science from Allen County Community College.

Traci works as the Public Relations Specialist at Allen County Regional Hospital St. Luke’s Health System in Iola, Kansas. She brings over ten years of marketing and consumer relations experience. She is active in the Elks Club and Friends of the Bowlus. Traci also hosts her own booth at Clock Tower Mercantile in Iola where she sells antiques, crafted items, and more. She earned her Bachelor of Science, Economics and Business Administration, at Benedictine College.

Morgan works as a pharmacist at Iola Pharmacy. She holds over ten years of experience in pharmaceuticals and small business operations. She also brings experience in marketing and advertising for small business. She previously served on the Master Planning Steering Committee to make decisions concerning a local school bond. She earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy.

Toni works as the Store Manager at Audacious Boutique in Iola, Kansas. She brings ten years of experience in the apparel and fashion industry as well as in professional sales. In addition to the Iola Audacious Boutique location, she helped open a second boutique location in Pittsburg, Kansas. On top of managing the Iola location, Toni acts as marketer, designer, photographer, event planner, and more. She earned her Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising and Interior Design, from Pittsburg State University.

Originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Mandey works as the Human Resources Manager for Russell Stover Chocolates in Iola, Kansas. She brings eight years of human resources and management experience. Mandey previously served in the Air Force for four years where she spent three years stationed in Misawa Japan. During her military career, Mandey served as a Signals Analyst.