Who are we?
The Iowa Senate Democratic Staff supports the work of the Democratic members of the Iowa Senate. We are a team of professionals who research various policy areas in support of the goals and interests of our Senators; communicate their message to constituents and the media; and offer administrative support.
| Staff Member | Committee Assignments |
|---|---|
| Ron Parker Staff director (515) 281-8790 ron.parker@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Eric Bakker Assistant to the Democratic Leader (515) 281-3902 eric.bakker@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Kris Bell Policy Analyst (515) 242-5896 kris.bell@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Cathy Engel Policy Analyst (515) 281-8688 cathy.engel@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Sue Foecke Policy Analyst (515) 281-8679 sue.foecke@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Bridget Godes Policy Analyst (515) 281-3433 bridget.godes@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Debbie Kattenhorn Assistant to the Democratic Leader (515) 281-4610 debbie.kattenhorn@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Rusty Martin Communications Director (515) 281-5269 rusty.martin@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Jace Mikels Policy Analyst (515) 281-5072 jace.mikels@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Kerry Scott Policy Analyst (515) 281-7347 kerry.scott@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Erica Shorkey Deputy Communications Director (515) 281-8731 erica.shorkey@legis.iowa.gov | |
| Julie Simon Policy Analyst (515) 281-5264 julie.simon@legis.iowa.gov |