Iris Bender's career experience includes working as a businesswoman.
“Our economy depends on manufacturing, healthcare, education, and small businesses, and we need policies that keep young people here while helping local businesses thrive. I will support workforce training and career pathways through Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, bring state investment to downtown revitalization and small businesses, and promote broadband expansion for rural communities, remote work, and entrepreneurship. A strong local economy means good jobs, stable families, and a brighter future for the next generation.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026)) “I am passionate about public education because our public schools are the backbone of our community, yet chronic underfunding has led to teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms, and growing pressure on local property taxes.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))