Meet the Executive Committee

Chairwoman – Tammi Schulz

Tammi Schulz is a lifelong resident of Iowa, currently residing on a farm in Southeast Shelby County with her husband and two sons.  Tammi has 26 years of supply chain & financial experience with a focus in cost optimization, contract negotiation, and financial management.  With a background rooted in agriculture and a deep understanding of transportation dynamics, she & her husband established a successful trucking company in 2010.  Driven by a passion for community and a desire to shape the future of our nation, Tammi was naturally drawn into Republican politics.  Her commitment to conservative principles aligns with a vision for economic growth, rural development, and fostering a thriving environment for families. Tammi actively engages in the political landscape to bring about positive transformations and to contribute to the well-being of our local community.

Co-Chair – Sara Ferneding

Sara Ferneding is a life long resident of Iowa. She lives in rural Shelby County with her husband & kids where they have built their life around farming, family & faith for over 20 years. Sara is the workers compensation manager for a pork production company spanning seven state jurisdictions & employs over 400 workers. She also monitors safety data to incorporate into month virtual meetings for the company to improve safety culture & injury prevention. Sara has a strong passion for education, medical freedom & preservation of all things freedom & America first. Since joining the Shelby County Republican Central Committee in 2015, Sara has participated in the county, district & state convention & served on the on district & state level convention credentials committee. She has helped the local central committee expand into fundraising & hosting of candidate forums & events. Sara is dedicated to building relationships with local legislators as well as those like minded legislators across the state to ensure Iowa’s state platform is being honored as well educating voters in Shelby County on Republican candidates during election periods.