ASSOCIATION STAFF
ANDREW FISHER
Andrew has been with the YMCA movement since 2005 when he began working for the Ottumwa Family YMCA in Ottumwa, IA. In 2007 Andrew joined the Bedell Family YMCA where he served the organization in various capacities until being named the CEO in December 2016. He is a 2007 graduate of William Penn University and originally from Blakesburg, IA.
AMANDA SHAFFER
Amanda moved to Okoboji from Omaha, NE, where she worked in public accounting with Deloitte. She earned her BSBA and MPA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and holds an active CPA license. Originally from Sioux Falls, Amanda spent much of her childhood visiting family in the lakes area, so she is excited to be back full time as the Y’s Chief Financial Officer.
GEORGE WIGEN
George Wigen is the Human Resources Generalist for the YMCA of the Okobojis. A native of Northwest Iowa, George has worked in Human Resources for over thirty years. He received his B.A. from Iowa State University. George presently resides in Estherville with his wife. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his grown children and grandchildren. He also enjoys hunting and fishing. George is excited to join the team.
KYLE STRUVE
Kyle Struve is the Communications Director for the YMCA of the Okobojis. A native of Sheldon, Iowa, Kyle has been familiar with the lakes area his entire life. He received his B.A. in Graphic Communications from the University of Northern Iowa. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids, as well as hunting and fishing.
KARISSA NORINE
Having relocated from North Liberty to Milford, Karissa brings experience in public relations, project management, marketing, and event planning to the Y team. A 2004 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa and originally from Ringsted, she is honored to contribute her skills to the community. Her husband and two boys share in her enthusiasm for being in the lakes area and closer to family.
BEDELL FAMILY YMCA STAFF
ANDY WOLF
Andy has been a part of the Bedell Family YMCA since 2010. Andy is originally from Bancroft, IA so he is familiar with the lakes area. He is an avid outdoorsman, so when he’s not at the Y, he’ll be hunting or fishing. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, Amber, and their three sons.
IZAAK WENDORFF
Izaak grew up near New Ulm, Minnesota and has lived in the Okoboji Lakes area since 2019. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Concordia University – Nebraska. He enjoys being outdoors, exercising, a good board game, spending time with family, and watching a good game of football – especially if it's the Packers!
QUINN HUSSEY
Quinn grew up in Austin, Texas and now has been in northwest Iowa for six years. He got his bachelors degree in computer science from Buena Vista University while playing baseball and football. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, friends and dog. He also enjoys watching, playing, and coaching baseball & football.
PAUL HUSSEY
Paul is originally from Austin, TX. His main interests are watching and coaching sports.He also enjoys experimenting with and mastering new technologies. He has lived in Spirit Lake for the last 5 years, and has really enjoyed experiencing all that the community here has to offer.
ANDY EISENBACHER
Andy received his Graduate Degree from Buena Vista University in 2018 in Exercise Science and Kinesiology. He worked at Spencer YMCA 12 years in various roles and was a Youth Sports Director at the Forest City YMCA. He has also been a youth soccer coach for 19 years. Andy currently resides in Spencer with his wife and child.
ZACH LORING
A native of Spencer, Iowa, Zach graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Physiology. In his free time he enjoys spending time outdoors hunting or fishing. Zach will be helping with personal trainings, group fitness classes, aquatics, and swim lessons.
KIRSTEN TAYLOR
Kirsten is a native of Brainerd, MN. She ran track at Augustana University and graduated with majors in All Grades Ed, Physical Ed, and Exercise Science. Her career in education and coaching began in Colorado. She lived there for several years before relocating to her husband’s hometown of Okoboji in 2019. After teaching in public schools for 9 years, she is thrilled to join the Bedell Family YMCA as the School Age Director. She enjoys traveling, cooking, hiking, paddleboarding, and spending time with loved ones.
BRITTNEY CHAPMAN
Brittney is a graduate from the University of Northern Iowa where she studied Exercise Science. She is a native of Spirit Lake, IA and is happy to have the opportunity to continue to call this home. She joined the Y staff in 2013.
SOMMER CAMERON
Sommer is a graduate from Baltimore County Community College where she studied Business Administration. She moved from Baltimore, MD in 2018 to Lake Park, IA and is happy to call Iowa home now. She joined our staff as our Accounting/Payroll clerk in February 2023.
- Alex Robinson - CVO
- Luke Donnenwerth - Past President
- Mickey Harrington - Treasurer
- Curt Strouth - Secretary
- Jessica Kelley - CVO Elect
Debbie Parks
Chris Fuhrman
Michaela Tamisiea
Curt Petersen
Cindy Voss
Devon Oberman
Dan Krull
Carson Farmer