2026 Election Candidate Social

The Ames Regional Economic Alliance is the leading voice for promoting economic growth policies and initiatives on behalf of the area business community including Boone County, Greene County, Hamilton County, and Story County. Join us for the 2026 Election Candidate Social to hear from those running for office.
This event is an essential gathering for anyone invested in the future of Story, Boone, Greene, and Hamilton Counties. Whether you are a business owner, community leader, or advocate for regional development, the Candidate Social is an event you won’t want to miss. Together, we can make a positive impact on our local and state legislative efforts, ensuring a brighter future for all.
The event is free to attend, but registration is required.

Elected Officials and Candidates invited:
Iowa State Senate, District 24*
Senator Jesse Green (R)

Iowa State Senate, District 25
Senator Herman Quirmbach (D) **

Iowa State Senate, District 26*
Senator Kara Warme (R)

Iowa State Senate, District 28*
Senator Dennis Guth (R)

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 47
Chris New (D)
Representative Carter Nordman (R) **

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 48
Representative Chad Behn (R) **
Benjamin Olsen (D)

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 49
Representative Beth Wessel-Kroeschell (D) **

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 50
Representative Ross Wilburn (D) **

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 51
Representative Brett Barker (R) **
Teresa Perin (D)

Iowa State House of Representatives – District 55
Senator Shannon Latham (R) *
Beau Klaver (R)
Cynthia Oppedal Paschen (D)