What word best describes you?
Compassionate

Title
Parks Manager/Farmer
* at time of recognition

Employer
City of Pella/Self-Employed
* at time of recognition

Lives In
Pella

Education
Iowa State University, Pella Christian High School.

Activities
Coaching various youth sports.

Working in Marion County
Endless opportunities with the support of multiple communities and various organizations.

Living in Marion County
Raising a family with plenty of room to grow. Marion County has some of the best companies, amenities and networks.

Favorite Place to Relax
You will find me a the farm, on the cement pad with my "A" team.

Career Opportunities
If you work hard enough and try your best, you can go as far as you want. Young professionals have access to so many avenues here in Marion County.

Community Favorites
Lake Red Rock, Tulip Time, Knoxville Nationals, Local Churches

Career Advice to Teens
Don't wait. You can begin starting your career and passions in your teens. Don't be scared to do the hard things while enjoying the journey. Build quality relationships quickly, these connections will enable you to build a solid network.

Mentor
My wife Melinda and John Gray.

What is your wish for the Red Rock Area?
Build on traditions and a safe, passionate community.

What is your biggest passion, and why?
Making others smile, while helping them along the way.

3 Hobbies
Fishing, New foods, A good fire

Class of 2024

Meredith Clark
Community Service Officer
Knoxville Police Department
Ben Dirksen
Principal
Pella Christian Schools
Alexander (Alex) Gabrielson
Executive Chef
Liberty Street Kitchen
Ashley Kline
Business Execution Consultant, Co-Owner
Wells Fargo, Klines QuickTime BP, AAO Properties
Chandler Nunnikhoven
Parks Manager/Farmer
City of Pella/Self-Employed
Mark Richards
President/Owner
Gritters Electric
Amanda (Mandy) Ritchey
Assistant Chief
City Pella Community Ambulance
Clayton Sampson
Knoxville News Director/Sports Play by Play
KNIA/KRLS Radio
Ciara Ward
Realtor
Pella Real Estate Services
Becky Way
Business Office Manager
AMC Mechanical Group