Board of Directors

	Bob Singer-Board President For 30 years Bob Singer was in the personal and commercial lines insurance business in Fort Dodge. He co-owned and operated Calvert-Singer & Kelley Insurance Agency for 16 years until selling his interests in 2002. In that same year Bob became the Executive Director of the Fort Dodge Area Chamber of Commerce and remained there until his election to the Webster County Board of Supervisors in November, 2007. As Bob puts it, " Serving as a Supervisor allows me to help oversee the various county departments and at the same continue actively supporting the Highway 20 4-lane expansion project." Bob and his wife, Janet, have three grown children. “Everyone in this world needs love, interpersonal relationships, a purpose of being and a solid foundation from which to draw strength and security. LifeWorks Community Services provides all of these necessities to its consumers while at the same time providing valuable services, support and products to the local community.”
	Phil Reed-Vice President Along with his service on the LifeWorks Board, Phil Reed, a retired school administrator, volunteers on several church committees. In his own words Mr. Reed explains the benefits of LifeWorks. “LifeWorks allows some special needs individuals to fulfill their dreams.”
	Chris Frideres -Board Secretary/Treasurer Chris is a Certified Public Accountant and Co-Owner of Cornwell, Frideres, Maher and Associates P.L.C. In addition to being on the LifeWorks Board of Directors, she keeps herself busy with a variety of other involvements. She is a Member of the Iowa Society of CPAs, a Member of the Rotary Club of Fort Dodge, on the Board of Directors for the Trinity Health Foundation, and a Member of Holy Trinity Parish. “I am honored to be able to serve on the Board of LifeWorks and help individuals with special needs. I enjoy meeting new people and learning. LifeWorks gives me this opportunity.”
	Michael Scacci-Board Member Hailing originally from Ottumwa, Michael Scacci is a Banker with Northwest Bank. In addition to being on LifeWorks’ Board, he also serves on the Society of Paper Money Collectors Board, on the W. Higgins Foundation Board, and on the Fort Dodge Creditors Scholarship Board. “LifeWorks has served the community for many years and has evolved to keep up with the changing times to provide the best possible service to the people that need it the most.”
	Cecilia Peralta-Board Member A physician by profession, currently full-time mother and volunteer worker, Cecilia has been involved with several community and state organizations as a sponsor and/or board member: Blanden Museum, Commission on Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage, Iowa Asian Alliance, ICCC Art Advisory Council, YWCA, among others. “Giving back to the community is a practice I uphold and sincerely believe in. Serving in an organization which serves individuals with special needs, not only gives me great satisfaction, but also provides meaning in the direction I take as I face challenges raising a differently abled child.”
	Bob Courtney-Board Member Owner of the Floor to Ceiling Store Bob is also involved and a member of Sertoma. “The value of LifeWorks is they serve people, with needs and getting their needs met.”
	Judge Brown-Board Member Judge is a local educator who also serves on the HC Meriwether Scholarship Board of Directors, is a Member of the Board of Directors of the African American Museum of Iowa and the District 2-B Judicial Nominating Commission. “I value LifeWorks services to the community and its capacity to help people sustain themselves.”
	Nick Cochrane-Board Member A Fort Dodge native, Nick is an Attorney with Johnson, Kramer, Good, Mulholland, Cochrane & Driscoll, P.L.C.. He is also involved with the Fort Dodge Community Schools Foundation, the Webster County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, and the Community Foundation and United Way. “I value the fact that LifeWorks fills a void in the community and provides an important service, not only to the people it serves but the community as a whole.”
	Mary Sersland-Board Member Mary joined the LifeWorks Board of Directors in October 2011. She is a Special Education Teacher for the Prairie Valley School District and a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.” “I value the professionalism and devotion of the staff who work hard to help each person live up to their potential.”