Kim Reynolds is an American politician serving as the Governor of Iowa. She became the first female governor of the state when she assumed office in May 2017, following the resignation of Terry Branstad. Reynolds was elected to a full term in November 2018. Before becoming governor, Reynolds held various political positions, including serving as the Lieutenant Governor of Iowa from 2011 to 2017. She has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development during her time in office, aiming to improve the quality of life for Iowans.