Matt Wedemeyer For Supervisor

MEET MATT

Matthew Jared Wedemeyer was born to Doug and Judy Wedemeyer on April 16, 1985 in Creston, Iowa. He joined a brother Bret Michael who is two years older. He grew up on the family farm south of Casey; where he gained a great appreciation for the land they cared for, and the community that surrounded them. Matt attended Adair-Casey Community School until he graduated in 2003. While there he studied accounting as well as general curriculum, and was active in Student Council, SOFA, and FFA. Through these organizations Matt attended leadership conferences across the nation.

After high school Matt attended Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny to pursue a degree in Liberal Arts. While there he also worked several jobs including customer service for a major retailer, and for an area farmer. He later transferred to Southwestern Community College in Creston and received a degree in Business Administration.

In 2004 Matt retuned to Adair County to participate in his family’s farm operation, making him a Sixth Generation Iowa farmer. That same year Matt began selling real estate for Wedemeyer Auction and Realty where he specializes in Residential and Agricultural properties. In 2006 he was elected to serve as Walnut Township’s Clerk. In this capacity he oversees the receipts and disbursements of tax dollars to maintain Walnut Township’s infrastructure.

At a young age Matt became actively involved in his community. He helps plan local celebrations and events through his work with the Casey Service Club. He is also one of the founding members of the Casey Historical Society, and is dedicated to preserving the area’s past for future generations. In addition to these organizations Matt is also a member of Adair County Farm Bureau, Adair County and Iowa Cattlemen’s Association, and is involved with the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers.

In his free time Matt enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family. When he’s not working, you will find Matt at meetings and social gatherings throughout the area. To learn more about Matt use the contacts page to ask questions and to receive a “Matt Pack” full of items to help you participate in his campaign.