Treasurer of State · Democratic

John Norwood — 2026 Iowa candidate research

West Des Moines business adviser and former Polk County Soil and Water Conservation District commissioner. Norwood’s background includes decades of work in strategy, finance, governance, and small-business advising.

John Norwood — Treasurer of State candidate — Iowa Public Radio — photo courtesy of Norwood for Iowa

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Public record and background

Former elected soil and water conservation district commissioner.
Longtime business and financial adviser.
Campaign emphasis includes fiscal transparency, public finance, and protection of Iowa’s retirement system.

Documented achievements and notable work

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{'title': 'Business advising', 'detail': 'A business adviser and consultant with experience working with Iowa small businesses.', 'sourceId': 'norwood-ipr'}
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{'title': 'Financial-oversight platform', 'detail': 'His campaign emphasizes state financial transparency and protection of IPERS.', 'sourceId': 'norwood-ipr'}

Fairness note

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Primary and supporting sources

Official campaign website — Campaign
Iowa Public Radio — campaign profile (Feb. 3, 2026) — Independent reporting