In August 2024, Mitchell Fox, an avid hunter and outdoorsman, launched LogIQ Hunt, an innovative app designed for the future of hunting. Having used various hunting apps in the past, Fox recognized there was a better way to hunt. With his background in research and development and agricultural technology, Fox began crafting a business plan […]
Legends Bar and Grill, under the leadership of Conner Lee, is more than just a sports bar; it is a vibrant hub that serves delectable food and brews while fostering a strong sense of community in Clinton, Iowa. Beyond the bar, Clinton also manages a small property company, solidifying his position as a multifaceted entrepreneur.
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I am Gloria Henriquez, a Latina immigrant who came to the USA in 1999 to Hempstead, NY. There, I worked in different workplaces until 2004, when I began working for a fast food chain. This opportunity allowed me to gain a lot of experience, starting in a cashier position and climbing the ladder until becoming
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Amy Jenkins, born and raised in Clearfield, IA recognized a need within her communityāa 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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