MEET IAN
"A SERVANT LEADER"
"A SERVANT LEADER"
Ian was born and raised in Midway, as the son of two business owners. His parents, Brian & Tammy VanSteenbergh, have owned V.S. Salon & Spa since the 90s, a longtime fixture on North Winter Street. His deep roots in Midway and his love for his small town are present in his passion for continuing the success of Midway. His background in governmental policy, years as a Realtor, and countless hours of volunteering have given him the experience it takes to be a successful Midway City Councilperson.
Ian has a passion for helping people. He earned his real estate license in 2022, soon after graduating high school. After inspiration from his mentor, he joined top-producting, boutique brokerage, Indigo & Co Realty. Over the past few years, he's been grateful for all of his clients who trust him to get them into their dream homes. His biggest passion comes from selling homes in his own town of Midway. His real estate career has opened his eyes to a housing affordability crisis, the lack of inventory, and how to balance historical preservation with growth.
His educational background has not only helped him with policy but also with understanding the unique issues facing our community. After earning his Associate's Degree from Bluegrass Community and Technical College, he enrolled at Transylvania University to study Business and Political Science. When a new opportunity arose to study public and governmental policy at the University of Kentucky, he transferred to follow his true passion. At the Martin School of Public Policy & Administration, he has had the opportunity to combine all of his passions into studying housing, sustainability, and agriculture.
After watching and/or going to Midway City Council meetings, Ian realized his true calling: public service. His background in real estate and educational background in public policy led him to this moment. He realized that there needs to be a new voice at the table from a generation that is not represented right now. It's time for a new generation of leadership.
Ian is a member of the Woodford County Chamber of Commerce, member of the KEEP (Kentucky Equine Educational Project) Foundation, member of Bluegrass Realtors, volunteer at Spark Community Cafe, member of the Midway Business Association, and member of the Bluegrass Trust for Historic Preservation.
Ian has a passion for helping people. He earned his real estate license in 2022, soon after graduating high school. After inspiration from his mentor, he joined top-producting, boutique brokerage, Indigo & Co Realty. Over the past few years, he's been grateful for all of his clients who trust him to get them into their dream homes. His biggest passion comes from selling homes in his own town of Midway. His real estate career has opened his eyes to a housing affordability crisis, the lack of inventory, and how to balance historical preservation with growth.
His educational background has not only helped him with policy but also with understanding the unique issues facing our community. After earning his Associate's Degree from Bluegrass Community and Technical College, he enrolled at Transylvania University to study Business and Political Science. When a new opportunity arose to study public and governmental policy at the University of Kentucky, he transferred to follow his true passion. At the Martin School of Public Policy & Administration, he has had the opportunity to combine all of his passions into studying housing, sustainability, and agriculture.
After watching and/or going to Midway City Council meetings, Ian realized his true calling: public service. His background in real estate and educational background in public policy led him to this moment. He realized that there needs to be a new voice at the table from a generation that is not represented right now. It's time for a new generation of leadership.
Ian is a member of the Woodford County Chamber of Commerce, member of the KEEP (Kentucky Equine Educational Project) Foundation, member of Bluegrass Realtors, volunteer at Spark Community Cafe, member of the Midway Business Association, and member of the Bluegrass Trust for Historic Preservation.
