Anthony Betters Jr.

Anthony Betters Jr. is a community engagement strategist, a risk management professional with American Family Insurance, and a civic leader, specializing in cross-sector relationship-building, community advocacy, and organizational development.

Anthony Betters Jr. operates at the vital center of regional community development and corporate outreach, bringing an innovative approach to local risk management and structural engagement. In his professional role with American Family Insurance, he delivers strategic asset protection and risk management guidance tailored to the evolving needs of individuals and local organizations. Anthony’s diverse professional background includes significant leadership in the regional innovation ecosystem, having previously served as a community engagement manager, panelist, and podcast host for NewBoCo. This background gives him an exhaustive, boots-on-the-ground understanding of how to build collaborative pipelines between private corporate entities, local municipal leadership, and emerging regional networks.

Beyond risk management, Anthony’s executive leadership heavily drives regional civic and cultural infrastructure. He serves as the Board President for the African American Museum of Iowa, where he spearheads strategic governance, relationship-building, and statewide community engagement initiatives. His deep-rooted commitment to community equity and professional development is further reflected in his selection to the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation’s Thrive Cohort, as well as in his active participation on regional leadership panels and in local youth advocacy initiatives. By blending corporate communication tools with a collaborative approach to civic service, Anthony equips organizations with the specific frameworks needed to turn routine interactions into long-term community value.

Discover the strategic frameworks behind driving impactful community engagement, building meaningful local partnerships, and leveraging cross-sector networks to elevate your brand presence and corporate social impact.