Meet our Team

BEN SHUBERG, Chief Executive Officer

Ben has nearly a decade of executive leadership experience and a diverse background that positions him to lead IACP into the future. He has been an executive director of a small provider, a regional director of a large provider, and has most recently been a part of the Iowa HHS leadership team as deputy superintendent of the Cherokee Mental Health Institute. He has a good understanding of the system of care in Iowa. Ben holds a master’s degree in business administration from Missouri State University and a bachelor's degree in public administration from Buena Vista University. Ben resides in Ames with his wife and four children and you can find them frequently enjoying the outdoors! 

SUSAN SEEHASE, Chief Operations Officer

Susan has been in the industry for over 25 years and has held a variety of roles including job coach, community provider, Executive Director, advocate and board member of several organizations. This wide array of experience has allowed her to design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures for organizations while also advocating for Iowa’s most vulnerable citizens. Susan participated in master’s work at Drake University and received her undergraduate degree from Luther College in Decorah, IA. Susan resides in Sumner with her husband and has four children. When she isn’t a spectator at a sporting event, you can find her gardening or cooking.

MADDIE VANKIRK, Communications Coordinator

Maddie has experience in pharmaceuticals, case coordination for motor vehicle accident patients, and business development. This enables her to provide IACP with a diverse perspective on how to relentlessly advocate on behalf of Iowa’s community providers and those they serve. Maddie received a Bachelor of Arts from Luther College in Decorah, IA, and lives in Granger with her husband, son and dog. If she's not on the bike trails or teaching yoga, she is most likely enjoying a patio with her family and friends.

KAT YOUNGBLUT, Outcomes Coordinator

Kat knows the power of data analytics and how to utilize the research to drive change. For over a decade, Kat has helped human services organizations with their records maintenance, electronic process development and continuous quality improvement. She has held various leadership positions within quality improvement and outcomes departments. Kat received her Bachelor of Science from University of Northern Iowa. She lives in Hudson with her husband and son and enjoys camping, photography and reading. 

BRITA NELSON, Technical Assistance Coordinator

Brita has spent her career working in human services. After receiving her undergraduate degree from Luther College in Decorah, IA, she worked for a residential services provider in NEIA for over a decade. Brita gathered experience as a Direct Service Professional, frontline supervisor and a service director. Brita’s work with IACP began in the DirectCourse programs, but she now serves as the Association’s Technical Assistance Coordinator. Brita resides in Decorah with her husband and dog.