DES MOINES, Iowa, August 15, 2023 — Turner Construction Company executives Barry Determan and Zach Loy will serve as the community volunteer co-chairs for the American Heart Association’s 2023-24 Heart Challenge.
Both Determan and Loy are part of Turner Construction’s Iowa Business Unit. Determan is a construction executive and Loy is vice president and general manager. Having participated in past events from the American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, the duo will elevate their participation as co-chairs.
“Heart disease and stroke touch the lives of each and every one of us,” said Loy, a Turner employee for more than 15 years. “With the appropriate support for research, training, outreach and other key initiatives, we can positively impact outcomes for loved ones and future generations.”
The Heart Challenge is a suite of initiatives from the American Heart Association designed to help companies and individuals positively impact the health and well-being of Central Iowans through campaigns like CycleNation, Heart Walk and Hard Hats with Heart.
“At Turner, our team of over 300 local, Iowa-based employees are committed to making a difference in our community,” said Determan, who started his career with Turner 20 years ago. “I look forward to rallying a group of outstanding professionals to support a great cause and make this year’s Heart Challenge campaign one to remember.”
Central Iowa CycleNation is a high-energy, stationary cycling event scheduled to take place Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 at Cowles Commons in downtown Des Moines. The Central Iowa Heart Walk is a 1- or 3-mile group walk to boost physical and mental health scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2024. Hard Hats with Heart is an initiative to raise awareness of heart disease among members of the construction industry.
“Barry Determan and Zach Loy bring energy, conviction and passion to the 2023-24 Heart Challenge campaign,” said Karen Rieck, vice president of human resources at Farm Bureau Financial Services and chairperson for the American Heart Association, Greater Des Moines Board of Directors. “Together and with the help of dedicated volunteers, they will help raise critical funds to advance the science and policies that will lead to longer, healthier lives for Central Iowans.”
For more information on how to participate in Central Iowa Heart Challenge, contact Kayli Becker at kayli.becker@heart.org.
###
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Twitter or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
For Media Inquiries:
Bryan Geelan: bryan.geelan@heart.org
For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)
heart.org and stroke.org
