Ann Smith Named Oskaloosa Area Chamber and Development Group Executive Director

Ann Smith, Oskaloosa Area Chamber and Development Director (submitted photo)

Smith, who begins November 6, will be responsible for leading the Chamber’s efforts in community development, membership, tourism and events.

“We are very excited to have Ann on board as the Chamber Director. She is an excellent communicator, and has proved herself to be driven and diligent in her work. She will undoubtedly be an asset to our organization.” – Carri Vander Ree, OACDG Board President.

Smith most recently served as the Mahaska Health Partnership’s Community Wellness Coordinator where she was heavily involved in community events and outreach ensuring wellness is an important part of the community.

Smith graduated from Pekin High School and holds a BS in health sciences with an emphasis in Health and Wellness from William Penn University. Ann has a son, Ezekiel, in Newton.

In her free time Smith enjoys drinking good coffee, reading European history, hiking, cooking and visiting with family and friends.