Dr. Cody Olson- President
What does Dr. Cody Olson do when he is not at Northpark Family Dentistry? One might find him attending ICCC’s dental hygiene advisory board, participating on the Board of St. Mary’s School, leading Humboldt County Public Health Board meetings, spending time with his wife Marta, or playing with his two boys. This University of Iowa graduate is from Humboldt, and currently makes his home there as well.
He appreciates that LifeWorks helps “those in our community that are often underserved to achieve their full potential.”
Bev Davis – Vice President
Bev served on the LifeWorks Charitable Foundation Board of Directors starting in 2018, and started her term on the LifeWorks Community Services Board of Directors in 2021. Bev is presently retired. Before retirement Bev worked at the Webster County Treasurer’s Office and at Friendship Haven. She is a past member of the Lioness Club, Fort Dodge Toastmasters International, and PICA volunteer.
She has been a true advocate for individuals with disabilities, the LifeWorks Charitable Foundation, and now LifeWorks Community Services.
Chris Palm—Board Member
Chris Palm has experience as an employer in LifeWorks’ Supported Employment program. We are grateful that he joined the Board of Directors, so he can provide this perspective as he provides oversight to LifeWorks Community Services leadership team. Hailing from Des Moines, he joins the Board with a great deal of experience in retail and management.
Chris appreciates “helping of others with disabilities to be involved in the community and be productive in their everyday lives.” We are glad he does!
Geri Winge—Board Member
A lot of Geri’s life has been spent in service to individuals with disabilities! Past work experience includes working for an organization serving individuals with disabilities, doing in-home therapy, teaching children with special needs at the high school level, and more. Geri attended Iowa State and studied Family and Consumer Science. She also did graduate work in behaviors and learning disabilities at Morningside College. Now retired, Geri is involved with Holy Trinity Parish, the Webster County Conservation Board of Directors, and now LifeWorks. She has four married sons and thirteen amazing grandchildren that she loves to see as often as she can.
What Geri appreciates about LifeWorks is “the care they provide for all they serve.”
Nick Clark– Board Member
Nick Clark has experience with LifeWorks from his service on the LifeWorks Charitable Foundation’s Board of Directors. We are grateful his experience was so positive that he decided to say yes to being on the LifeWorks Board as well.
Nick is an Insurance Producer for Town and Country Insurance, working out of the Fort Dodge office. He is involved with the Fort Dodge Noon Rotary Club. Nick considers Fort Dodge his home town. He is a graduate of St. Edmond and of Buena Vista University. He received his Master’s Degree from Logan University in 2022.
When asked what he values about LifeWorks, he stated, “I value the passion that the LifeWorks team has while caring for people. They help make our community a more inclusive environment for everyone.”
Jeremiah Condon– Board Member
About LifeWorks, Jeremiah said, “It’s a great program that helps the community grow. It is also a happy environment that spreads happiness!” Who would not want to be on the Board of Directors of an organization like that?
Jeremiah is a Fort Dodge native. He graduated from St. Edmond Catholic School. He attended Iowa Central Community College and has a Bachelor in Business from Buena Vista University. He is a Realtor/Associate Broker with Kesterson Realty. Jeremiah is also on the Fort Dodge Board of Realtors. When he is not working, Jeremiah spends time with his wife Jenny and their four children.
Christine Frideres– Secretary/Treasurer
Chris returned to LifeWorks Community Services’ Board of Directors in 2023. She had been on the Board from 2009 to 2015, and we are glad to have her back! Chris brings with her a wealth of financial knowledge, as well as experience as a past Board member. Chris said, “I am honored to be able to serve on the Board of LifeWorks and help individuals with special needs. I enjoy meeting new people and learning. LifeWorks gives me this opportunity.”
Chris is a Certified Public Accountant and co-owner of Cornwell, Frideres, Maher, and Associates P.L.C. She is a member of the AICPA, the Iowa Society of CPAs, the UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge Board of Directors, Fort Dodge Noon Rotary Club, and Holy Trinity Parish.
Ryan Kehm– Board Member
Ryan Kehm knows LifeWorks plays “an essential role in the lives of many individuals in our community,” and is pleased to serve on the LifeWorks Community Services Board of Directors. Ryan understands Fort Dodge because he grew up in this community, is an Attorney at the Crimmins and Kehm Law Firm, serves on the Trinity Foundation Board, in on the Board for the Community Health Center, and actively participates as a member of Holy Trinity Parish. All of these perspectives and experiences add to his knowledge of the community and its needs.
Ryan graduated from St. Edmond High School and received is JD from Creighton University. When asked what he values about LifeWorks, he responded, “Their services to assist and empower individuals with disabilities to reach their maximum potential.”
Mike Larson– Board Member