City Council: District 2 

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Monica Vernon

Mayor Pro Tempore
District 2 Representative

      • Term of Office: 2012 – 2015
      • 326 23rd St Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 
      • Work: 364-7278, ext. 101
      • Home: 364-4420

Monica Vernon serves as the District 2 representative to the Cedar Rapids City Council. Her background is in organizational development, strategic planning and market research. Her company, Vernon Research Group employs 30 people and serves clients ranging from local organizations to “Fortune 100” companies from around the world. 

Professional Experience

  • 1987-present: Founder and president of Vernon Research Group

Past Experience

  • Adjunct lecturer: John Pappajohn School of Entrepreneurial Excellence in the Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa 1995-2000
  • Market Research and Consulting, Frank N. Magid Associates 1985-1987
  • Public Relations Director, Mount Mercy College 1983-1985
  • News Reporter, The Gazette. 1981-1983
  • Associate Public Relations Director, Dickinson State College,1980-1981

Community Involvement

  • Past Chair/President:
    • Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
    • City of Cedar Rapids Planning Commission
    • Junior League of Cedar Rapids
  • Past Board Member:
    • Four Oaks
    • Kingston Hill
    • Jane Boyd
    • Cedar Valley Montessori
    • Theatre Cedar Rapids 
  • Current volunteer for Washington High School and Parents for the Performing Arts Board Member

Education

  • 1980 BA University of Iowa
  • 1999 MBA University of Iowa