2020 Top 35 Under 35

Grand Island Chamber’s 2020

TOP 35 UNDER 35 7th Edition

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TOP 35 UNDER 35

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A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT The Top 35 Under 35 award winners know exactly what we know: Grand Island, Nebraska is a great place to live, work and play. The combination of competence and character is what sets these diverse and determined individuals apart. This group has extensive talents from many different industries that they chose to capitalize on in Grand Island. Our community is proud to know that each of the recipients of this award have one common characteristic and that is the interest to and willingness to help our community grow.

Economic well-being is the product of business success. Progress is the result when forward thinking, engaged individuals share a sense of ownership for their community.

This year’s outstanding group of honorees are servant leaders who are passionate about the community’s growth and are willing to put in the work to ensure prosperity. I am confident that the future of Grand Island is in good hands.

Cindy Johnson

President | Grand Island Chamber

A WORD FROM THE GOVERNOR

Congratulations on being named to the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce’s Top 35 Under 35 for 2020!

As Nebraska continues to attract young professionals, I applaud your examples of successful leadership. Your dedication and ingenuity are helping to grow the Good Life.

The Cornhusker State is known for its hard-working and resourceful people. The strong character of Nebraskans like yourselves makes our state the best place in the world to live, work and raise a family. Thank you for your contributions to both your communities and our state.

Pete Ricketts

Governor of Nebraska

A WORD FROM THE MAYOR

Congratulations to our 2020 Top 35 Under 35 honorees. You are among some of the best and brightest Grand Island has to offer and I am so glad you call Central Nebraska home.

Our growth and prosperity depends on young professionals like you who bring new ideas, energy and skills to our growing community. A priority of my team as Mayor is to attract dynamic young people who guide our community toward a bright future, and who provide new ideas and leadership for our businesses and industries. Being selected as a member of the Top 35 shows that you are making an impact and your contributions and accomplishments have been noticed and celebrated. I am confident that with your leadership, our community will continue to prosper.

Roger Steele

Mayor | City of Grand Island

Dr. Josh Aitken

Wilderness Ridge Chiropractic | Chiropractor Dr. Joshua Timothy Aitken was extremely blessed growing up, because he was surrounded by exceptional role models. They were individuals who gave their all, day in and day out, while expecting little in return. Yet, what really made these people shine in his eyes, was something that often goes unnoticed, and that was their open hands. They were selfless, servant leaders that expressed the importance of philanthropy in everything they did.

Consequently, in high school, he discovered that there was a health career, in which the name literally means done by hand. He knew that chiropractic was the profession for him to honor and serve his mentors, and to give back to the people who had given him so much.

Dr. Aitken graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 2018, and is now the Owner and Chiropractor at Wilderness Ridge Chiropractic. He is extremely inspired by the fellow honorees and by the many other charitable men and women of Grand Island.

He believes service goes beyond healthcare and he will always strive to do his honest best to give back to the city that has given him so much by any means he can.

Amber Alvidrez

City of Grand Island | Community Development Administrator Amber was born and raised by her parents Marc and Patty Moreno in Grand Island. She attended Hastings College and graduated in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in Human Services and Administration. Amber and her husband Armando reside in Alda with their two sons, Brock and Bronson. Amber is currently the Community Development Administrator for the City of Grand Island. She is responsible for the management of the City’s annual Community Development Block Grant as well as building working partnerships between service providers and the City of Grand Island. Amber enjoys being involved within the community and is the Coordinator for the City of Grand Island’s Community Youth Council; she is also an active member of the YWCA and Multicultural Coalition Boards. Amber is committed to helping all ages of any diversity in achieving their ambitions.

Blake Anderson

Amur Equipment Finance | Credit Analyst

Blake Anderson is a native of Axtell. He grew up and attended high school in West Des Moines, Iowa. He later went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Iowa. Blake is a business professional with over 10 years of experience in the finance and technology area. He was formerly with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as an underwriter before moving to Grand Island. He is currently employed with Amur Equipment Finance as a Credit Analyst. He embraces the core values of integrity, continuous learning, innovation and teamwork. He is a strong advocate of giving back to his community by volunteering time in and outside of company sponsored events. Blake is an avid outdoorsman and skier, he enjoys golf, softball, traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Brandon Bachle

Apfel Funeral Home | Funeral Director Brandon Bachle is a Funeral Director, Embalmer and Celebrant with Apfel Funeral Home. Raised here in Grand Island, Bachle was glad to return home to serve the community that helped grow him into the person he is today. After graduating from Northwest High School, Bachle chose to pursue his football and college career at Hastings College where he graduated with a degree in business administration. Upon graduation, he moved out of state to attend Kansas City Kansas Community College where he obtained his mortuary science degree. Since his move back to Grand Island, Bachle has taken on several leadership roles through Legion Baseball and the GRACE Foundation boards. Aside from keeping active in the community, the Grand Island native says he most enjoys spending time with the people that mean most to him — his friends and family.

Joseph Bartz

Kramer’s Wrecker Service Inc. | Tow Truck Driver Joseph Bartz was born and raised in Grand Island. He graduated from Northwest High School in 2013, where he was heavily involved outside of the classroom through a series of activities including Student Council President. From a young age he dreamt ofbeing a tow truck driver, like both his father and grandfather. Upon graduation, Bartz made the decision to stay in the community to help prosper his family’s business. Among other certifications, he has received training from Miller Industries Ring Leaders and Wreckmaster, which helped to further his education in the towing industry. Currently working as a Heavy Wrecker Operator at Kramer’s Wrecker Service, Joe spends any free time he has with family and friends. Bartz is always looking to help others as his way of giving back to the community that helped grow his family business since 1964.

CONGRATULATIONS! At GTA Insurance Group, we are thankful for local leaders like Jill & Tana that continue to strive for success in our agency and community!

JILL SLOUGH

Human Resouce Manager

TANA WILLIAMS

Employee Benefits Coordinator

Allison Beckmann

Five Points Bank | Registered Investment Assistant Allie is a Registered Investment Assistant and Client Service Manager for Five Points Bank.

Raised on a family farm northeast of Grand Island, Beckmann was eager to return home to serve the community that helped her grow into the person she is today. After graduating from Northwest High School, Allie attended the University of Nebraska - Kearney where she graduated with her bachelor’s degree in agribusiness. Since her promotion within Five Points Bank, Allie has been an active member of Young Professionals and is also an avid volunteer within the Grand Island area. Aside from keeping active in the community, the Grand Island native says she most enjoys spending time with friends and family along with farming land with her significant other, Nolan, just north of town.

CONGRATUL ATIONS GIPS HONOREES

Holly Boeselager

Dr. Danielle Buhrman

Donna Neeman

Families In Transition

Walnut Middle School

GEAR UP

Thank you for helping students thrive and for your dedication to the community.

Students prepared to make positive contributions to society and thrive in an ever-changing world.

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Ashley Belville

Five Points Bank | Loan Officer Ashley Belville is a Loan Officer at Five Points Bank in Grand Island where she specializes in Mortgage Lending. Belville attended the University of Nebraska – Kearney, graduating with a with a Bachelor of Science degree in public relations and marketing.

Ashley is currently actively involved in the Family Selection Committee for Habitat for Humanity and a member of the Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals. She is also a Leadership Tomorrow Class of 32 graduate and has continued her involvement by volunteering on the Leadership Tomorrow Planning Committee. Originally from a small town in Nebraska, Ashley and her husband, Logan, moved to Doniphan in 2010 to take advantage of the vast amount of opportunities that are available in Hall County and Grand Island to continue their careers and raise a family. They have two sons, Drake and Brady.

Congratulations to all the Top 35 Under 35 nominees, including our very own

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Holly Boeselager

Grand Island Public Schools | Families in Transition Coordinator

Holly Boeselager graduated from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln with a bachelor’s degree in history and a minor in English. Her husband’s employment brought them to Grand Island, but the potential and growth in the community is what made them stay.

Through her job as Families in Transition Coordinator with GIPS, Holly has become more aware of the progess of improvement in Grand Island and the areas who need improvement. Although her job keeps her very busy, Holly serves on several committees and boards. She is a part of For the Love of Children Committee, Hall County Community Collaborative Member, Trainer for Families Thrive, Association for Child Abuse Prevention Board Member, Children’s Day Committee, and Project Hunger Board Member. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband, Ben, and their spunky four-year-old, Lorelei.

Dr. Danielle Buhrman

Grand Island Public Schools | Instructional Coach Dr. Danielle Buhrman attended the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in education and human sciences with highest distinction, a Masters of Arts for Teachers in Mathematics, and a Doctorate of Education in Educational Studies: Teaching, Curriculum & Learning. Danielle and her husband, Matt, never planned to stay in Grand Island. A decade later, they couldn’t picture themselves anywhere else.

“The willingness of strangers to help others, the diverse perspective and experiences that push me to see the world from another angle has made it so we never want to leave.”

Danielle is an active Teammates mentor, part of the Halle-lujah Father-Daughter Dance Planning Committee, and the Crosspoint Praise Band at Trinity United Methodist Church.

When she is not out serving the community, Danielle likes to spend her time with her husband and their three children: Brooks, Nolan and Reid.

Herson Castaneda

Wells Fargo Advisors | Financial Advisor Herson Castaneda was born in Los Angeles, Calif., and has been in Grand Island for the past 19 years. He graduated from Central Community College - Grand Island with a certificate in business administration, and an associates of applied sciences in business administration. Herson currently works as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors and loves his career, volunteering, and being a part of this community. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors, Herson worked for an immigration law firm as a legal assistant. He was also self-employed and provided Spanish interpreting and translation services for various industries. Additionally, he worked with local government offices, private defense attorneys, doctors, dentists, and eventually worked his way up to Immigration Court interpreting all over the U.S. Herson is a member of the Grand Island Young Professionals and also serves on the Board of Directors for Heartland CASA as Vice-Chair.

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Anastacia “Staci” Geis

Chief Industries, Inc. | HR Generalist Anastacia “Staci” Geis is the Human Resource Generalist at Chief Industries, Inc. She holds bachelor’s degrees in human resource management and management from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. She earned her SHRM Certified Professional certification in February 2018. Staci is a Grand Island native. She and her husband, Justin, have two fur babies, Gareth and Dempsey. She serves on the Central Nebraska Human Resource (CNHR) board and volunteers at various events including the Nebraska State Fair, Central Nebraska Center for Alcoholism and Addictions and Heartland United Way. Staci is excited to raise a family in Grand Island and support local community through volunteer work. She plans to support the things that she is passionate about while bettering the community.

Ryan Hand

Eakes Office Solutions | Information Systems Manager Ryan Hand is a Grand Island native and graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and minor in computer science. He just recently celebrated his 10-year anniversary with Eakes Office Solutions as their Information Systems Manager. He is active in the community with the Railside Business Improvement District, Grand Island Rifle Club, Hunter Education, Third City Christian Church, Career Pathways Institute and Leadership Tomorrow. He has a wife, Teri, and son, Max, and a daughter on the way.

Teri Hand

Home Federal Bank | Retail Banker Teri Hand grew up on a farm outside Holdrege where her family still farms and runs a seed dealership. Teri attended Nebraska Wesleyan University, obtaining a business administration degree while participating in just about everything she possibly could.

She has put her degree to work at FACTS Tuition Management (part of Nelnet), Adam Seeds Co. (family's business), and Home Federal Bank. Teri’s first position with Home Federal, after she and her husband moved to Grand Island from Lincoln, was a Mortgage Processor. Teri is currently a Retail Banker for Home Federal, having returned to the bank after five years commuting to Holdrege to manage the family business.

Alissa Harrington

KSNB Local4 News | Morning/Midday News Anchor Alissa Harrington is a Morning/Midday News Anchor at KSNB Local4 news. She has been covering news throughout Nebraska for over seven years, and for the last four years has called Grand Island home. Alissa attended North Dakota State University, where she studied communications and journalism. Alissa is very passionate about the community of Grand Island and says it's an honor to deliver the stories that matter.

Through her job she's able to spend time giving back by volunteering which has helped her become more ingrained in the Grand Island community. Alissa also lends her time on the Board of Directors for Choice Family Health Care - a nonprofit in Grand Island and Kearney that provides basic reproductive healthcare for women. Alissa enjoys time spent with her husband, Brandon, and their two children. She is currently enjoying her title of Mrs. Central Nebraska America. She is looking forward to competing for Mrs. Nebraska America -in April.

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Abbie Hassett

Hornady Manufacturing | Administrative Assistant Abbie Hassett is a Grand Island native. She has studied nutrition and dietetics at Doane College and is continuing her education in business administration and business accounting. Abbie is the current Administrative Assistant for Hornady Manufacturing, where she has actively contributed for the past eight years. Community involvement is very close to Abbie’s heart, serving as the Vice Chair on the Board for the GRACE Cancer Foundation as well as both the GRACE Gala and Marketing Committee. She also is a very involved member of the Leadership Tomorrow Lucky Draw, Leadership Tomorrow Golf, and Leadership Tomorrow/Youth Leadership Tomorrow Program Committees. Abbie serves as the Coordinator of the Hornady United Way Campaign, Plant Blood Drive, City Wide Clean-Up, Earth Day Clean-Up and Relay for Life. She is a recent graduate of the Community Police Academy and Leadership Tomorrow Class #33. She is very much devoted to God and her family. She is married to Nathan Hassett and has one daughter, Olivia, 3, and step-son, Silas, 8.

Logan Hayman

Mudd Jockies, Inc. | Vice President, Estimator & Project Manager Logan was born and raised in Grand Island. He graduated high school in the class of 2005 from Grand Island Senior High and went on to study business at Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D. He says school was not his strong suite, so he chose to enter the workforce. In 2008, Logan joined the crew at Mudd Jockies, Inc. and has been working on bettering himself and his position since he started. Logan has three children who bring laughter, chaos and love into his world on a daily basis. Logan loves to volunteer with his children’s sports and scouting activities and enjoys watching them flourish in school. Logan made a decision just over three years ago to adopt a sober lifestyle. Logan appreciates the challenges that were provided and is now at a point in his recovery where he can help others on their journey.

Danielle Helzer

Director of Mission Impact|YWCA Danielle Helzer is a Nebraska native. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Language Arts Education from UNK, a Master of Arts in English and Education from UNL, and will graduate in May of 2020 with a Master of Arts in Social Justice and Theology from Kilns College in Bend, Oregon. She spent her first 10 years out of college teaching high school and college English in various rural, suburban and urban settings. She has also served as an adjunct English and education instructor at UNL, UNO, and Metropolitan Community College and was a Writing Coach for CCC in Hastings and Grand Island. She was the National Council of Teachers of English (Nebraska) New Teacher of the year in 2012 and the Nebraska Writing Project’s Teacher of the Year in 2017. She served as an Enrollment Specialist for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Nebraska until February 2020, when she transitioned to the YWCA to serve as their Director of Mission Impact. Danielle is in Leadership Tomorrow, volunteers with Messiah Lutheran’s Saturday Suppers and is working with a team of people to establish a central Nebraska dinner church. Danielle lives in Grand Island with her husband, Nate, and their two children, Jon and Kylynn.

Makayla Jones

Hamilton Telecomunications | Marketing Projects Coordinator The best advice Makayla ever received was, “be where your feet are.” In other words, be present and keep focused on what’s important. For Makayla, that means service, in both her professional and personal life. Makayla graduated from Central Catholic in 2008, from Hastings College in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in media studies and participates in the current Hamilton County Leadership Tomorrow class. To extend Grand Island’s opportunities to others, she has shared her talents with Hope Harbor, Abundant Life Christian Center, Race for GRACE and Grand Island Little Theater. “There are so many options for getting involved in the community outside your workplace,” she said.

While she enjoys marketing Hamilton services through email, newsletters, Facebook and other media, her real satisfaction comes from seeing how the company’s Relay division enables individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have difficulty speaking communicate over the phone. “It is so rewarding to be part of the team that shares this life-changing service and can help someone reconnect with family and friends,” she said.

MATTHEW KREUTZER TOP 35 UNDER 35

Congratulations

TO ALL THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

CMBA is recognized as a regional leader in the education, collegiate and healthcare sectors. We offer a love of architecture and a commitment to quality.

TOP 35 UNDER 35 Abbie Hassett

Emily Mierau

Tashia Molina

Zach Mayhew

Congratulations to all the young professionals who are making a difference for the future of Grand Island. We are especially proud of the four recipients who share their skills and talents with Hornady.

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Tasha Jones

Paul Davis Restoration | General Manager Tasha Jones is the General Manger with Paul Davis Restoration where she strives to influence positive change while helping local communities prepare for weather and other disasters. She was born and raised in Grand Island and now lives with her fiancé and two children in St Paul. She holds an associate’s degree in business administration and management from Central Community College - Grand Island and was selected to participate in the local Leadership Tomorrow class with Hall County Leadership Unlimited, Inc. and will complete the program in May 2020. When you know your goal or vision and can focus on reaching it, you will have all you need. Find your passion and then explore those opportunities.

Matthew Kreutzer

CMBA Architects | Licensed Architect Matthew Kreutzer was born and raised in Holdrege. He graduated from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in 2013 and a Master’s of Architecture in 2015. Following graduation, Matthew moved to Grand Island where he started work as an Intern Architect at CMBA Architects. In 2018, Matthew earned his professional licensure and is now a Licensed Architect in the state of Nebraska. He has been involved with many projects as part of CMBA Architects that include Stolley Park Elementary, Grand Island/Hall County 911 Emergency Operations Center and the Grand Island Memorial Stadium. Matthew is actively involved with the Grand Island Young Professionals group and is a graduate of Leadership Tomorrow Class 33. Matthew is married to Amanda Kreutzer and they have two girls, Adelaide, 4, and Margaret, 4 months. Besides spending time with his family, he enjoys traveling and building Legos at home.

Zach Mayhew

Hornady Manufacturing | Video Producer Zach Mayhew was born and raised in Alda and is still a proud resident. Zach graduated from Wood River High School in 2004. He graduated from Hastings College in 2009 with a degree in media production with an emphasis in broadcast and print Journalism. Zach is a Video Producer in the marketing department at Hornady Manufacturing. He also owns a photography business, Mayhew Images. He is an outdoorsman and enjoys hunting, photographing wildlife and woodworking.

Emily Mierau

Hornady Manufacturing | Electronic Marketing Specialist Emily Mierau is a Grand Island native. She attended Grand Island Senior High school and graduated in 2010. Emily received her bachelor’s degree in marketing management from Bellevue University in 2016 and her master’s degree in marketing from Bellevue in 2018. She currently works for Hornady Manufacturing as an Electronic Marketing Specialist where she has been employed for seven years. Emily is a recent graduate of Leadership Tomorrow Class 33, with honors, and the 2019 Community Police Academy. Emily is actively involved in the community and serves as a member of the Leadership Tomorrow Golf Committee, Leadership Tomorrow Marketing Committee, City Wide Clean-Up and the Nebraska State Fair volunteer team. Emily enjoys fishing, hunting and spending time with friends and family, especially her little nephew, Knox.

Natashia Molina

Hornady Manufacturing | Sales Team Lead/Account Manager Natashia Molina is from Clay Center. After high school she played basketball while attending McCook Community College and later attended Central Community College in Grand Island. She and her husband, Frank Molina, have lived in Grand Island for 13 years and in 2015, they both became licensed foster parents. This was a great opportunity for them and they thoroughly enjoyed not only the time they spent with the children they fostered, but the unique opportunity it presented to make a positive impact in their lives. Natashia loves to spend time with her family and friends and never hesitates to lend a helping hand. She found her work “forever” home at Hornady 3 ½ years ago. Hornady has challenged her professionally and has allowed her to attend workshops and leadership classes that have helped her to grow within the company and the community.

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Donna Neeman

Grand Island Public Schools | GEAR UP Project Manager Donna Neeman attended Peru State College and received a bachelor's degree in psychology and went on to Fort Hays State University where she received a Masters of Science in Education: Higher Education Student Affairs. Donna came to Grand Island for the job opportunities, but fell in love with the community and how people are so forward thinking. She is working extremely hard to build a pipeline of community members by preparing low-income students to break the poverty cycle and thrive in the area. In her free time, Donna is an active community member who serves on multiple committees and boards including: GIPS Freshman Exploration Executive Board, Horatio Alger Association, Mayor’s Diversity Council and Kiwanis International Members.

Clayton Pfeifer

Xpanxion | Software Development Engineer in Test Clayton Pfeifer is a Grand Island native who graduated from GICC in 2009 and attended UNK where he received his degree in business with an emphasis in management information systems in 2013. Clayton has worked for Xpanxion, a software consulting company with an office in Kearney, since starting as an intern in 2011. Clayton has worked his way up to his current title of Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) and he predominately works out of his home in Grand Island. Clayton is married to his wife, Elizabeth, and they have three children: Ava, 5, Leo, 3, and Eli, 1. In addition to pursuing his career and being a loving husband and father, you will find Clayton serving his church, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, where he sits on the Parish Council, aids the charitable works of the Knights of Columbus, and works on the committee hoping to bring a Catholic elementary school back to Grand Island. You will also find Clayton busy in the community serving Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Nebraska as a mentor. Clayton has been involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters since 2007 and was recently matched with his third little brother.

Melissa Reed

First National Bank of Omaha | Senior Advisor Melissa Reed is a Commercial/Ag Relationship Manager at First National Bank of Omaha and has worked at the bank for over four years. Melissa is a recent graduate of Leadership Tomorrow’s Class #33. She serves on the Grand Island YMCA Board of Directors and the Central Nebraska Humane Society Board, an active volunteer instructor for Junior Achievement, part of the Grand Island Chamber’s Young Professionals as a member of the Business Development Committee and committee member for the Nebraska Banker’s Association (NBA) – Young Bankers of Nebraska. Melissa is a native of Papillion and attended Hastings College where she played basketball and graduated with degrees in business administration, human resources management and psychology. She is married to Jimmy Reed with a daughter KayLee, 7, and two golden retrievers, Louie and Leah.

Joseline Reyna

Immigrant Legal Center | Paralegal Joseline Reyna was born in Ciudad Juรกrez, Chihuahua, Mexico and immigrated to Grand Island when she was nine. Joseline is the oldest of four and a first-generation college graduate. She graduated with distinction from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln with a degree in criminology and criminal Justice. Upon graduation she returned to Grand Island where she accepted a job with Immigrant Legal Center as a Rural Capacity Building Paralegal. Joseline stays involved in the community. She volunteers at a local food pantry, is a member of Young Professionals of Grand Island, is a Big through Big Brothers Big Sisters, and is the president of Young Nebraskans in Action-Grand Island.

Joseline has been and continues to be a great advocate for the immigrant community.

Joseline hopes to continue to help her community and hopes to inspire others to pursue their dreams and give back to the community. She plans to attend law school to study to become an attorney in Nebraska.

Martin Rodriguez-Guerrero

U.S. Cellular | Multi-Store Manager

Martin Rodriguez-Guerrero grew up in Wood River, but Grand Island has always felt like home. When the opportunity to relocate became available, he took it. Martin received his bachelor’s in English from the University of Nebraska - Kearney and is currently pursuing his masters in leadership and coaching at Bellevue University. Martin is part of Operation Veteran Smiles: U.S. Cellular, Project Connect, Grand Island Back to School Bash, Latino Advisory Committee for the Nebraska State Fair, and Hope Harbor Holiday Meal. Martin particularly enjoys his job at U.S. Celluar in Grand Island because he is able to get to know his customers on a personal level that may not be an option in bigger cities. He believes strongly in Grand Island’s talent and the “small town mentality” is something to be envied.

Anna Sandall

Wells Fargo Advisors | Financial Advisor

Anna provides comprehensive investment and financial advice for individuals and institutions.

She enjoys forming relationships with her clients and their families and watching them work toward their financial goals throughout all phases of life. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors, Anna worked at a private wealth management firm and as a practicing attorney in Kansas City. Although no longer practicing law, she draws on her knowledge of tax planning and risk management techniques to provide the resources necessary to work with clients with complex and unique financial needs. In addition to her bachelor’s degree from Hastings College, Anna earned a Juris Doctorate from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida and a Master of Law (LL.M.) in Taxation from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law. Anna is a member of both the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals and Hastings Young Professionals. She serves as chair of the board of directors for Heartland CASA. Anna also sits on the board of directors of the Mary Lanning Healthcare Foundation and the finance council for St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings, Nebraska. Anna enjoys spending her free time with her husband, Colin, and twin daughters, Elinor and Layla.

Recognition was not your goal.

That’s exactly why you deserve it.

The hard work and dedication of leaders like you has shaped Grand Island into the thriving community we’re proud to be a part of. For that, we thank you. And we congratulate you on your well-deserved award.

Curt Vodehnal cvodehnal@bellevue.edu

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Dr. Matthew Serbousek D.M.D

Island View Dental | Dentist

Dr. Matthew R. Serbousek D.M.D. was raised in McCook. He went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of Nebraska - Kearney and his Dental Doctorate from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Ariz. Dr. Serbousek is a Dentist who owns and operates Island View Dental in Grand Island along with Dr. Rick Kearns and Dr. Riley Santin. He is passionate about general dentistry, implant surgery and orthodontics. He is involved with numerous volunteer boards including Third City Community Clinic, Nebraska Academy of General Dentistry and Resurrection Catholic Church. In his free time, he loves spending time with his wife, Anna, and their three children, Ben, 6, Evan, 5, and Sadie, 2. He also enjoys fishing and hunting.

Jill Slough

GTA Insurance Group | Human Resource Manager Jill Slough was born and raised in Kenesaw where she attended Kenesaw Public Schools. Jill graduated from Hastings College in 2013 with her Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and a high distinction in human resources management. In 2014, she moved to Grand Island and shortly after began her career with Gary Thompson Agency (now GTA Insurance Group) in 2015 as the Employee Benefits Coordinator. In 2017, she assisted in creating the human resource department at GTA, and became the Human Resource Manager. Currently, Jill handles HR tasks for all 22 locations across the state of Nebraska. Jill is the mother to a fun-loving, 3-year-old daughter, Ava Slough, and an adopted son, LeBeck Warren. Jill is currently a member of Central Nebraska HR and Society of Human Resource Management.

Bryanne Swerczek

Grand Island Independent | PrePress/Graphic Lead Bryanne was raised in the small town of Cedar Rapids, Neb. and received her Bachelors of Studio Arts in graphic design from the University of Nebraska - Omaha in 2012. She began employment at The Grand Island Independent in 2013 as a Digital Creative Specialist and was promoted to her current position as the PrePress/Graphics Lead in 2018. Bryanne married her high school sweetheart in 2013 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Grand Island. She and her husband have two boys, Brock, 4, and Marek, 18 months, and they live in rural Dannebrog.

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Tana Williams

Gary Thompson Agency, Inc. | Employee Benefits Coordinator Tana Williams currently works as the Employee Benefits Coordinator at GTA Insurance Group. She is a licensed life, health, sickness, accident and annuities agent and has a bachelor’s degree in advertising from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. She and her husband, Jared, have been married for a little over six years and have two crazy kiddos, Chase, 4, and Camrryn, 2. Tana has been a member of The GRACE Foundation Board since 2015. In her spare time, she loves spending time with family and friends and watching her children’s activities. As a Grand Island native Tana has been able to watch the community grow and she could not think of a better place to raise her family.

Valerie Wood

Amur Equipment Finance | Relationship Development Manager Valerie Wood is a Relationship Development Manager at Amur Equipment Finance based in Grand Island. Valerie joined AmurEF in May 2016 after moving to Grand Island from Minnesota and marrying her husband, Jerrod Wood, a native of Grand Island. Valerie is a University of Wisconsin – Stout graduate with a double major in business administration and graphic communication management. Valerie is a key contributor to one of the largest revenue producing departments at AmurEF. She holds the equipment finance industry’s highest designation of CLFP (Certified Lease and Finance Professional). Valerie is involved in organizing AmurEF’s involvement in numerous community activities including the Humane Society’s ‘Walk With Your Wingman’, the Grand Island Junior Achievement Program, a team Blood Drive, attending the final Hero Flight reception at CNRA, entering the award winning float in Harvest of Harmony and participating in Pier Park clean-up. Valerie is also an active member of Third City Christian Church.

Seth Yount

Amur Equipment Finance | Corporate Counsel Seth currently serves as Corporate Counsel at Amur Equipment Finance, Inc. He is originally from Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School. Seth attended UNK for undergrad and was on the track team where he was academic All-Conference six times and Academic All-American three times. He obtained a BS in business administration before attending Creighton Law and Business School where he completed his J.D. and M.B.A. in three years. After graduate school, Seth moved to Grand Island with his wife to work for Credit Management Services, Inc. as an assistant general counsel. After working at Credit Management for three years he was hired by what was then Axis Capital, Inc. and subsequently changed to Amur Equipment Finance, Inc. Seth has been employed at Amur for five years and manages the legal department. He has a wonderful wife and three children at home and serves on the board at Peace Lutheran Church as the treasurer. Seth and his wife also created the Hallelujah Father Daughter Dance to honor their late daughter and to raise funds for infant genetic testing that insurance doesn’t cover.