Testimonials and Mentors
Detailed and Visionary
Pat Haverty, former Vice President, Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and Nebraska City Area Development Corporation, Nebraska
Shawnna's attention to detail is extraordinary and she's always willing to go the extra mile to complete a project correctly and on time. She is heavily involved in the community and is truly a visionary leader," says Pat Haverty.
*Special Note: In loving memory...Pat was Shawnna's inspiration, encourager and first believer in her passion to pursue a career in economic development. He created a position for her to start and operate the Leadership Nebraska City program, then that led to a position in his economic development office in Nebraska City, then again later in Lincoln, NE. His memory will forever be etched on her heart and mind as a like-father mentor and truly amazing man, professional and most importantly, true friend. Rest In Peace our dear friend, taken way too young! #ForeverMissed
Shawnna's attention to detail is extraordinary and she's always willing to go the extra mile to complete a project correctly and on time. She is heavily involved in the community and is truly a visionary leader," says Pat Haverty.
*Special Note: In loving memory...Pat was Shawnna's inspiration, encourager and first believer in her passion to pursue a career in economic development. He created a position for her to start and operate the Leadership Nebraska City program, then that led to a position in his economic development office in Nebraska City, then again later in Lincoln, NE. His memory will forever be etched on her heart and mind as a like-father mentor and truly amazing man, professional and most importantly, true friend. Rest In Peace our dear friend, taken way too young! #ForeverMissed
Heart and Soul
Joyce Strout, President, J.B. STROUT & CO., Illinois
“Shawnna Silvius is one in a million -- talented, creative, caring. She approaches every task with heart and soul . . . making others feel valued and important to any process. I met Shawnna at UN-Kearney when she was an officer of the American Marketing Association. I also had the opportunity to work with Shawnna as founding members nominated to serve the Gold Torch Society Mentoring Program at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. Shawnna demonstrated an incredible spirit--others listen. She is a mentor who truly helps others. She is thorough, capable and responsible. She possesses the highest of standards, ethics, and beliefs. Others seek her opinion and her counsel. If only there were more professionals like Shawnna Silvius! The reward of working with Shawnna is the friendship that has evolved. She is loyal and respectful. I admire her greatly.”
“Shawnna Silvius is one in a million -- talented, creative, caring. She approaches every task with heart and soul . . . making others feel valued and important to any process. I met Shawnna at UN-Kearney when she was an officer of the American Marketing Association. I also had the opportunity to work with Shawnna as founding members nominated to serve the Gold Torch Society Mentoring Program at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. Shawnna demonstrated an incredible spirit--others listen. She is a mentor who truly helps others. She is thorough, capable and responsible. She possesses the highest of standards, ethics, and beliefs. Others seek her opinion and her counsel. If only there were more professionals like Shawnna Silvius! The reward of working with Shawnna is the friendship that has evolved. She is loyal and respectful. I admire her greatly.”
Master at Making Connections
Connie Reimers-Hild, Ph.D., CPC
Wild Innovations & AskDrConnie.com, Nebraska
"Shawnna is an exceptionally gifted professional who is creative and well-organized. She gets things done and is a master at making connections" says Connie Reimers-Hild, Ph.D, former University of Nebraska-Lincoln Rural Futures Institute assistant director.
Dr. Connie has been a career and life coach assisting Shawnna with her business venture start-ups and a partner through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension while at the Kimmel Education and Research Center in Nebraska City. Dr. Connie and Shawnna have brainstormed and formed many cooperative projects for adults and youth around entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development. Not only colleagues, but dear friends who stretch each other and hold each other accountable to a higher standard.
Champion for Rural America
Rand Fisher, CEO Iowa Area Development Group, Iowa and Past President of NREDA, 2015
“Shawnna Silvius was chosen for the 2015 NREDA President's Award, honored for her service to NREDA on the Public Relations and Marketing Committee and her diligent, creative work on the twice monthly newsletter, the NREDA News Brief. Shawnna works tirelessly at the annual conferences taking photos, writing articles for the newsletter and working with volunteers to capture the learning components from various presenters and allied partners. Shawnna is a champion for rural America and stays updated on economic development matters. She has an eye for information that would be beneficial for members,” stated Rand Fisher, National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA).
Professional, Talented, Flexible
Rod Armstrong, Vice President of Strategic Partnership, AIM Institute, Nebraska
"Shawnna's attention to detail, graphic design ability and organizational skills are evident in the quality and look of her events. She responds extremely well to sudden program changes and is able to adjust quickly and effectively. I would recommend her work to anyone organizing a conference or event," says Rod Armstrong.
Wild Innovations & AskDrConnie.com, Nebraska
"Shawnna is an exceptionally gifted professional who is creative and well-organized. She gets things done and is a master at making connections" says Connie Reimers-Hild, Ph.D, former University of Nebraska-Lincoln Rural Futures Institute assistant director.
Dr. Connie has been a career and life coach assisting Shawnna with her business venture start-ups and a partner through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension while at the Kimmel Education and Research Center in Nebraska City. Dr. Connie and Shawnna have brainstormed and formed many cooperative projects for adults and youth around entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable development. Not only colleagues, but dear friends who stretch each other and hold each other accountable to a higher standard.
Champion for Rural America
Rand Fisher, CEO Iowa Area Development Group, Iowa and Past President of NREDA, 2015
“Shawnna Silvius was chosen for the 2015 NREDA President's Award, honored for her service to NREDA on the Public Relations and Marketing Committee and her diligent, creative work on the twice monthly newsletter, the NREDA News Brief. Shawnna works tirelessly at the annual conferences taking photos, writing articles for the newsletter and working with volunteers to capture the learning components from various presenters and allied partners. Shawnna is a champion for rural America and stays updated on economic development matters. She has an eye for information that would be beneficial for members,” stated Rand Fisher, National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA).
Professional, Talented, Flexible
Rod Armstrong, Vice President of Strategic Partnership, AIM Institute, Nebraska
"Shawnna's attention to detail, graphic design ability and organizational skills are evident in the quality and look of her events. She responds extremely well to sudden program changes and is able to adjust quickly and effectively. I would recommend her work to anyone organizing a conference or event," says Rod Armstrong.
"Coming together is a beginning; Keeping together is progress; Working together is success!" - Henry Ford
Paid for by the Committee to Elect Shawnna Silvius for Mayor of Red Oak, Iowa
Paid for by the Committee to Elect Shawnna Silvius for Mayor of Red Oak, Iowa
