Professor of Economics and Business at Cornell College in Mount Vernon.

Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Santhi has lived and worked in the Iowa City area since 1992. Since completing her PhD in economics, she has taught at multiple institutions, spending the last 15 years at Cornell College. Santhi is committed to serving young adults through education, mentorship, and advising. With husband Sriram, Santhi is blessed to be the parent of two adultish people and one childish, wet-nosed giant named Cashew.

Vice President and Project Manger at Bedrock Builders

Alex is an Iowa City native who began his career in public accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant and has an MBA from Saint Louis University. He is now the Vice President and Project Manger of Bedrock Builders, a premier custom home builder in Iowa City. He spends his spare time playing soccer, tackling woodworking projects, and with his wife Shannon and their two kids.

Assistant Professor, University of Iowa

Chris works at the University of Iowa with a dual appointment teaching dance theory and practice as well as gender, women's and sexuality studies. Both disciplines have afforded him extensive travel and experiences from King's College London to Yale to New York University's Center for Ballet. Chris's work is deeply rooted in spirituality and embodiment. He draws from his background in theology and corporeality to question social inequity and injustice. He enjoys riding his one-wheel around town and meeting with friends anytime, anywhere.

Executive Pastor at Sanctuary Community Church

David moved to Iowa City in 1996 and doesn't plan on ever leaving. He is the Executive Pastor at Sanctuary Community Church in Coralville, and his wife Ali is an English teacher at City High. They have two children who love all things related to soccer and the NBA. David enjoys listening to music, reading anything and everything, and creating liberating spaces. He recommends eating Bread Garden's fresh bread, sliced and toasted with butter. Repeat as frequently as possible. 

Retired, formerly CEO of Nova Care Design and Vice President of Strategic Planning at UI Health Care

Chris is a recently retired healthcare administrator at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics where she specialized in strategic planning, business development, and network development. She is now enjoying being retired and spending time with family, including her husband Ken and their adorable grandkids. She also loves to cook, which includes lots of experimentation!