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Names & Notes, March 5, 2017

Niehouse 2017 Western Region Secondary Art Educator

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National Art Education Association has named Kenneth Niehouse, of Marshalltown, to receive the 2017 Western Region Secondary Art Educator. This prestigious award, determined through a peer review of nominations, recognizes the exemplary contributions, service and achievements of an outstanding NAEA member annually at the Regional level within their division. The award will be presented at the NAEA National Convention in New York, NY, March 2-4.

NAEA President Patricia Franklin said, “This award is being given to recognize excellence in professional accomplishment and service by a dedicated art educator. Kenneth Niehouse exemplifies the highly qualified art educators active in education today: leaders, teachers, students, scholars and advocates who give their best to their students and the profession.”

Olberding appointed to organization

The Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, has appointed Lynn Olberding, executive director of the Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce, to the Winter Board of Regents.

As a member of this Board, Olberding will implement the policies created by Institute’s National Board of Trustees.

“A strong Board of Regents is essential to Institute’s success,” said Raymond P. Towle, vice president of Institute for Organization Management at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. “These volunteers drive site attendance, provide recommendations for program improvement, and serve as an on-site resource for Institute participants.

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has educated tens of thousands of association, chamber and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates.

Pierce joins Farmers Savings Bank

Jon L. Pierce has joined the commercial lending team at Farmers Savings Bank as Commercial Lending and Business Development officer, according to Tom Campbell, Farmers Savings Bank president and CEO. Pierce is a familiar face in the Marshalltown community, having been a local banker for 25 years. He is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in finance. He is active in Marshalltown and surrounding communities, currently serving as Oktemberfest treasurer, is a Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador and has been an active participant in the Chamber’s Total Resource Campaign.

Campbell said that, “FSB has a long tradition of giving back to our communities in the forms of being involved in community activities, providing funding and lending our expertise to local charitable organizations. Jon’s years of community banking experience make him a great fit for our team.”

PMG Research and McFarland Clinic announce clinical research partnership

AMES — PMG Research, Inc. and McFarland Clinic announce finalization of an agreement that formalizes their clinical research partnership. Effective March 1, PMG Research assumes operation of the clinical research department at McFarland Clinic. This collaboration brings an increased opportunity for McFarland Clinic patients and the communities of central Iowa to participate in clinical research studies in a broad range of specialties and therapeutic areas. By integrating clinical research into patient care, both patients and healthcare providers will ultimately see lowered costs and faster time to market for potentially life-saving medications, vaccines and medical devices.

PMG Research, Inc. is an integrated network of clinical research facilities with hub sites located in Illinois, Iowa, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Founded in 1979, PMG Research offers extensive experience in clinical research and a dedication to an exceptional participant experience.

McFarland Clinic began operating a clinical research department in 2005. The organization saw an opportunity in a partnership with PMG Research to continue to grow and expand the program benefiting both patients and physicians.

Andrew Perry, CEO of McFarland Clinic, said “Our partnership with PMG Research complements the service we provide as a multi-specialty clinic. Patients have the opportunity to benefit from therapies earlier than what might be available and with cost savings. In addition, clinical research advances educational opportunities for our physicians and encourages innovation.”

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