About Us

Our Mission

To aggressively promote and enhance the community businesses, and quality of life in the Glenwood Area.

The Mills County Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit association that is dedicated to furthering the growth and establishment of all businesses, nonprofits, and individuals in Mills County. Here at the Chamber we serve a vital role in increasing public awareness of each of our member businesses. We also serve as the primary representative for new residents, visitors and people in the community when seeking information or a business referral. As a voluntary organization we work to bring together businesses, nonprofits and individuals to build the best possible Mills County.

Staff

Gitzy Loder, Executive Director


Gitzy joined the Mills County Chamber of Commerce in October of 2024 and brings years of expertise in Human Development, Leadership Coaching, Business Growth & Sales to her role. Her experiences include working with business owners, C-suite executives and teams worldwide, driving organizational excellence. With a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Gitzy’s diverse background—including her experience living in several U.S. cities and her first-generation Chilean-American roots—provides a unique perspective to Mills County’s eight communities and beyond.


As an active community member with experience volunteering, serving on various boards and involvement with multiple Chambers of Commerce, Gitzy understands the vital role these organizations play in supporting local businesses and fostering community growth. She enjoys spending quality time with her two children and exploring the great outdoors. An avid reader of non-fiction & personal development books, she constantly seeks ways to grow both personally and professionally.


With a focus on empowering individuals, businesses, and entrepreneurs, Gitzy serves as an advocate and catalyst for collaborative partnerships and continuous growth in the community. Reach out to schedule a 1:1 Introduction or Discovery Meeting to learn more about how she can help you with your Business & Leadership growth goals. She will passionately advocate and promote your business or non-profit to drive the improvement of quality of community, work and life in the region.

Board Members

Julianne Marriott

Past-President

712-527-3101

administrator@glenhavenvillage.com

Glen Haven Village

Diana Hoogestraat

Past-President

712-308-4246

dilizhoog@gmail.com

Community Advocate

Jonathan Marshall

Treasurer

712-624-8686

jmarshall@malvern.bank

Malvern Bank

Emily Swinford

Board Member

712-520-4237

emilysellsiowa@gmail.com

Better Homes and Gardens

Stephanie Bowden

President

(712) 890-9290

stephanie@copperagent.com

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

Tim Jackson

Board Member

712-623-5447

tim.jackson@edwardjones.com

Edward Jones Financial Services

Lu Peverill

Board Member

402-917-0510

hello@hillsdalelily.com

Hillsdale Lily Garden

Lindsey Sayers

Board Member

712-624-8035

lindseysayers16@gmail.com

Club 321

Lindsey Schomaker

Treasurer

712-527-3157

lschomaker@glenwoodstate-bank.com

Glenwood State Bank