HOLLY STECKER

• Manage all accounts receivables and accounts payable, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Handle comprehensive payroll functions, ensuring accurate compensation for employees.
• Manage employee benefits programs, encouraging a positive work environment and contributing to employee satisfaction and retention.

• As Chair led the 47th Annual Pufferbilly Days Festival through transformative changes enhancing appeal and accessibility for a modern, diverse audience.
• Curated a weekend festival featuring 30 individual events, ranging from innovative attractions like an inflatable water park, BBQ Cook-Off and a main stage concert headlined by 90's band Blessid Union of Souls.
• Collaborated with local artists and creators to host an engaging Art In The Park event showcasing 40 local and national creative talent with a focus on community appreciation for the arts.

Founding Member and Chair, Boone Iowa Arts Commission

• Pioneered the establishment of the Boone Arts Commission, collaborating with fellow artists, community leaders, and city officials to create a dedicated platform for artistic expression.
• Developed and executed strategic plans fostering a vibrant arts scene that promotes local artists and engages residents in cultural experiences.

Co-Founder and Organizer, Boone's First Thursdays Celebration

• Established a successful partnership with Boone's Farmers Market, creating a dynamic and engaging environment that blends arts and local produce.

Fundraising Chair and Design Team Co-Chair, Wellness Center Campaign

• Secured $20,000 of funding through creative strategies, community partnerships, and grant applications, contributing to the financial sustainability of the Wellness Center Campaign.
• Worked in collaboration with architects, interior designers, and city officials to create a functional and inviting space to meet the diverse needs of our community.

Greenspace Project, City of Boone Economic Development Committee

• Successfully conceptualized reclamation of an abandoned property in downtown Boone, transforming it into a vibrant greenspace that promotes outdoor seating, community gatherings, and cultural events.

City Council At- Large

• Partnered with fellow council member to initiate the recording of council meetings, creating an accessible archive of proceedings on YouTube and later incorporating Zoom features.

Boone County Chamber Board, President 2021

• Guided the Chamber of Commerce through a period of unprecedented challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, employee turnover, and director resignation.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership by seamlessly transitioning to an all-new staff while improving the Chamber's events and functions, contributing to the stability of the organization during a critical time.
• Revitalized community outreach efforts, creating partnerships with local businesses, government entities, and community organizations to support economic recovery and growth.