Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Commission Elects New Chairperson

Celsi is employed as Director of Public Relations at Lessing-Flynn Advertising in Des Moines. She is a graduate of Drake University and a frequent lecturer at her alma mater, where she has taught in the Business School and School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Celsi is also a member of Drake's School of Journalism and Mass Communications National Advisory Board.

“Ms. Celsi’s years of experience in public relations and interest in social responsibility and public health are valuable assets to the Commission. I look forward to working with her in her new capacity as Chairperson,” said Division Administrator Stephen Larson.

Rick Hunsaker, of Carroll, was elected as Vice Chair. He is in his second term and has served on the Commission since 2006. Tami Doll, of Council Bluffs, was elected as Secretary for fiscal year 2014. Jay Wilson of Johnston and James Clayton of Iowa City also serve on the Commission.

The Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Commission is comprised of five members appointed by the governor for five-year staggered terms. Commissions are usually balanced by gender, political affiliation, geographic location and diversity. Commissioners are chosen based on their managerial ability and experience as business executives. The Commission acts as a policy-making body and advisors to the Division administrator in the wholesaling, licensing and regulating of Iowa’s alcoholic beverages industry. Commissioners are eligible for one five-year reappointment.