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From Fired to Founder: Lohman’s 20-Year Journey of Building a Business Legacy

Client Success Stories / By Parker Hiscocks

Written by: Darren Miller (/people/darren-miller) – University of Iowa JPEC Reflecting on John Lohman’s 20 years of success, it’s astonishing to recall the bold career change that transformed his life. As a communications manager for the Duane Arnold Energy Center – Iowa’s only nuclear power plant – Lohman finally rebounded after being terminated from a […]

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Prairie Rose Needleworks, Ames

Client Success Stories / By Ashanni Brooks

Growing up, Amanda Zagloba was surrounded by a family of crafters. From embroidery to crochet, Amanda found a passion for all things crafting. For many years, she pursued a career as a librarian, leading various crafting programs at the library. Amanda also spent time in the art and music department in the Chicago Public Library

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Life Distilled, Ames

Client Success Stories / By Parker Hiscocks

In November 2021, Jenny Pollard opened the doors to Life Distilled, a natural health and wellness shop specializing in essential oils. Her essential oils journey, however, started many years before. After being introduced to essential oils by a friend, Jenny researched and explored the benefits and impacts they could have. She began experimenting with various

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Back Alley House Plants, Ames

Client Success Stories / By Ashanni Brooks

Jason Paull and his close friend and neighbor, Dr. Sarah Cady, were long-time houseplant hobbyists searching for ways to expand their passion for plants. An opportunity arose in 2023 when Back Alley House Plants came up for sale. Initially founded by Austin Lohman in August 2020, Back Alley House Plants was an established and inclusive

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Mrs. Slobberworth’s, Boone

Client Success Stories / By Parker Hiscocks

Julianna Starling has always been passionate about providing high-quality care that improves the lives of pets and their owners. For many years, she has been immersed in the dog community, from training her dog in high school to completing many courses in Fundamentals of Dog Training, Dog Body Language, and Group Management. Her passion led

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Miller Products Company, Osceola

Client Success Stories / By Grace Estenson

Since 1964, Miller Products Company has been an integral part of the Osceola community. Founded in 1936 in Des Moines, Miller Products was originally a bicycle and skate shop, but it has since grown into a manufacturing hub of turned and machined parts. Miller Products offers a vast selection of in-stock catalog items and serves

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Clearfield Cafe, Clearfield

Client Success Stories / By Leah Pitts

Amy Jenkins, born and raised in Clearfield, IA recognized a need within her community—a need for a gathering place, a place where locals could sit down, enjoy a hearty meal, and connect over good food and conversation. With determination in her heart and a dream in her mind, Amy has embarked on a journey in

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Three Bells Books, Mason City

Client Success Stories / By Leah Pitts

Three Bells Books is a community-focused independent bookstore nestled in downtown Mason City. It holds around 4000 books for sale and offers its clientele ample seating, a bright and whimsical atmosphere, a used book selection, a roster of upcoming events, and – perhaps most unusually – a bar serving wine, beer, and soft drinks. Customers

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Willow on Grand, Des Moines

Client Success Stories / By Leah Pitts

In the heart of Des Moines lies Willow on Grand, an exquisite event venue that has become a beacon of celebration in the community. The visionary behind this venture is Taylor Boesen who, a decade ago, laid the foundation for success with White Willow Events. Recognizing the growing demand for exceptional event spaces, she decided

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Home Sweet Home Cares & Services, Creston

Client Success Stories / By Leah Pitts

Janet Webb, the founder of Home Sweet Home Cares & Services, embarked on a journey fueled by compassion and a desire to make a difference in the lives of the elderly. The dream of providing non-medical, in-home care for seniors had lingered in her mind for years, but time constraints and the search for resources

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