Adam Steen

Adam Steen is a Republican running for Governor of Iowa in the 2026 primary election. He is a businessman, credentialed minister, and former director of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services, having served five years in Governor Kim Reynolds' cabinet. Prior to state government, he owned a management consulting team and worked in business development. Steen was also drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2002. He is motivated to run to preserve Iowa's culture, create prosperous opportunities for young families, and fight for taxpayers and children, advocating for decisive leadership. He has highlighted his business and operational experience as assets.