Leadership
About the Board
Every two years, APA Iowa members elect four individuals to serve as Chapter President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. These individuals, as well as the Past President, serve for two year terms. The current term is from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027.
Other members of the APA Iowa Board of Directors are appointed to four-year terms by the Chapter President with the exception of the non-voting representatives, who are selected by their respective organizations.
Executive Officers
Past President
Madeline Sturms, AICP
Board Members
Planning Board Member / Citizen Planner
Trina Flack
University of Iowa Representative
Haifeng Qian
Iowa State University Representative
Susan Bradbury
Planner Engagement Chair
Emani Brinkman
Conference Chair
Sarah Constable Runkel
Professional Development Officer
Charlie Cowell, AICP
Chapter Development Program Area Chair
Anne Russett, AICP
Outreach Program Area Chair
Madelyn Stoen
Legislative & Policy Program Area Chair
Steven Van Steenhuyse, AICP
Sponsorship Chair
Frannie Nielson
Awards & Recognition Chair
Emily Rizvic
Communications Program Area Chair
Addison Williamson, AICP Candidate
Liaisons
Iowa Floodplain and Stormwater Management Association (IFSMA)