Main Street Mason City names Jodee O’Brien as the organization’s new Executive Director

MASON CITY – Main Street Mason City has named Jodee O’Brien as the organization’s new Executive Director.

O’Brien replaces Marty Walsh.

Jodee O’Brien has a strong background in executive and business to business leadership, marketing, public relations and graphic design. Her 25 years of experience has been working with profit and non-profit organizations to create a look that represents their identity, while producing a feel that captivates their target market.

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Main Street Mason City. I have always loved our downtown area and have seen many changes over the years. I feel that the momentum of our downtown is on the rise and I am grateful to be a part of it! Main Street Mason City has a committed and involved board, which can only bring more good things to our community,” O’Brien said.

Jodee is a Mason City native, a graduate of MCHS, NIACC and UNI. She lives in Mason City with her husband, Andy and has two children, Tanner, a senior at Luther College and Bailey, a freshman at NIACC. She is the owner of JoDesign & Marketing, which assists clients with creating and implementing their marketing ideas, strategies and plans.

She said, “I bring an enthusiasm and love of Mason City to this position and look forward to working with current and future businesses to help our city grow!”

The Main Street Mason City Board of Directors welcomes Jodee as she starts in this role on Monday, January 14^th, 2013.