Join us as we explore the strategies, solutions, and stories that can propel your business forward. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, ‘The Profit Talks Podcast’ is your compass to navigate the exciting landscape of business success. Tune in, get inspired, and let’s embark on this journey together. Brought to you by your Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE SBDC). Funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration and the ...
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The Rural Business Innovators Podcast is an educational podcast by the Iowa Small Business Development Center, interviewing rural entrepreneurs and Iowan innovators to effectively share their stories. In each episode, SBDC staff meet with a new small business in rural Iowa and ask them how they have navigated business ownership. You will hear how the business was formed, how it was funded, and how they are currently operating. Business owners will share the highs and lows of their journey an ...
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The Florida SBDC Network podcast is an informative, constructive podcast for members of the Florida business community. This show will provide you with expert analysis on the pressing topics that are unique to your interests. Let us know what you think on Twitter and Facebook, @floridaSBDCN, and facebook.com/floridasbdcn
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The Grow Clinton Podcast is powered by Miles Communications. Learn more at https://milescommunicationsco.com/. A podcast highlighting the Grow Clinton organization and its efforts to develop and strengthen the Greater Clinton Region through business retention, attraction, and tourism. Grow Clinton is a 501(c)6 non-profit based in Clinton, Iowa. An area rich in manufacturing, the Greater Clinton Region is home to large employers that continue to invest in their growth, injecting wealth and ne ...
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GCP051 - Andy & Jenny Interview Conor Flaherty of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny sit down with Conor Flaherty of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn more about upcoming training available through Grow Clinton. If you are a small business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, you'll want to take advantage of the courses and seminars available at…
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GCP055 - Andy Interviews Ryan & Kelli Samson of Gateway Motors Preowned Vehicles
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy interviews Ryan and Kelli Samson of Gateway Motors Preowned Vehicles. The two want to spread the word about their new business located in Clinton, Iowa. Gateway Motors is here to help keep our community moving by offering vehicles reasonably priced between $2,500 and $25,000. At Gatew…
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The Iowa SBDC's Ray Hansen chats with Dakota Belling, the inventor of Bovi-Jet, an applicator for pour-on products for cattle that maximizes efficiency when it comes to breeding cattle!By SBDC Iowa
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GCP054 - Andy & Jenny Interview Kristin Berry of Total Solutions
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny sit down with Kristin Berry of Total Solutions to learn more about the accounting, HR, marketing, and back-office services available to our regional employers. We'll also discuss Total Solutions' background and how they can help business owners save time and resources! For mor…
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PROFIT TALKS: Bark N' Beauty Mobile Grooming
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Matthew and Shelby Hernandez, owners of Bark N' Beauty Mobile Grooming here in Orange County join us to discuss the start of their business. And how their Small Business Development Center (SBDC) helped them get started. #sbdc #mobilegrooming #petgrooming #pets #octalkradioBy Paul T Roberts
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GCP053 - Andy & Jenny Interview Jacob Pauley of Winsupply in Clinton, Iowa
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Jacob Pauley of Winsupply. Jacob will share information regarding the company's plans to grow in Clinton and the employment opportunities. Jacob wants to ensure community members understand what the company provides and specializes in and reveal his perspectives of t…
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PROFIT TALKS: How AI Can Revolutionize Your Business
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Giselle Hasman (one of the Small Business Development Centers resident Artificial Intelligence experts) joins us to discuss how AI is revolutionizing business, big and small, by automating repetitive tasks and improving intelligence gathering and processing large amounts of data to derive better information and make better decisions. #AI #artificia…
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PROFIT TALKS: Rebels Burgers and Brew in Yucaipa, California
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Ryan Moody and Rudy Gonzales , co-owners of REBELS BURGERS and BREW join us to share their journey in opening this unique "gastropub" in Yucaipa. And how it's doing a year later. With help from their local SBDC (Small Business Development Center). #sbdc #sba #brewpub #gastropub #restaurant #octalkradio…
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PROFIT TALKS: Givo Ice Cream, an Authentic Mexican Ice Cream Shop
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Meet Octavio Paloma, Owner of Givo Ice Cream. An authentic Mexican ice cream shop that just opened in Santa Ana. Join as he shares his immigrant dream to build his own business and how the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) helped turn that dream into a reality. #entrrepreneurship #startups #followyourdream #inspiration #immigrantstory #icec…
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PROFIT TALKS: Ace Tarachian, SBDC Cal State Fullerton Center
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Ace Tarachian, a consultant for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Cal State Fullerton Center joins us to discuss his background in business planning, finance and raising capital. #SBDC #SBA #smallbusiness #startups #entreneurial #octalkradioBy Paul T Roberts
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Mitchell chats with Matt Curtis, the owner of Wayne's Ski, Cycle & Fitness in Mason City, about taking over a business from a previous owner, getting help from the SBDC, and taking care of both employees and family.By SBDC Iowa
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GCP052 - Andy & Jenny Interview Lauren and Ryan of Atlas Roofing Corporation
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny sit down with Ryan and Lauren from Atlas Roofing Corporation to discuss the company's flagship asphalt shingle plant under construction in Clinton's Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air Park. We'll hear about the progress and share exciting updates regarding the recruitment of emp…
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GCP050 - Andy & Jenny Interview Colin of AdCraft USA
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Colin Sullivan of AdCraft USA in Clinton, IA. The three discuss AdCraft's growth and reveal plans to celebrate its 50th year in business. Colin will also discuss the company's services and a new building to be located in the Lyons Business & Technology Park. For mo…
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GCP049 - Andy & Jenny Interview Amber and Lauren of Clinton Substance Abuse Council
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Amber and Lauren of the Clinton Substance Abuse Council. In 2022, the Clinton Substance Abuse Council received a $378,50 Partnerships for Success to Prevent Alcohol Misuse Grant. The grant has allowed the organization to address and reduce excessive adult alcohol mis…
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Mitchell Kearns sits down with Cat Dow, the owner of Instatat and Henna with Cat, an 18-year-old entrepreneur and the youngest on the RBI Podcast, who specializes in semi-permanent body art and works for the SBDC as a counselor.By SBDC Iowa
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GCP048 - Andy & Jenny Interview April McFall of The Regency of Clinton
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview April McFall, who represents The Regency of Clinton, an independent living facility. April shares the advantages of independent living and the process of downsizing. We'll also learn more about The Regency and the many amenities offered in a beautiful setting. When…
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Mitchell Kearns talks with Billie Asmus, the inventor of the Repaint Tray, a reusable paint tray. She talks about the struggle of getting a patent filed, starting a business from scratch with a brand-new product, and participating in high-stakes pitch competitions.By SBDC Iowa
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GCP047 - Andy Interviews Scott Boehde of Miles Communications
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy interviews Scott Boehde of Miles Communications. Miles Communications offers high-speed fiber internet, telephone, and television services in and around the Greater Clinton Region. As a local company, Miles Communications understands the unique requirements of businesses of all sizes.…
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Mitchell Kearns sits down with Holly Neuberger from Lake Animal Clinic, where she works as a veterinarian. Holly talks about the experience of leaving corporate veterinary work to pursue a more fulfilling lifestyle starting her own vet clinic with help from NIACC. https://lakeanimalcliniccl.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP045 - Andy & Jenny Interview Mandy Tripp of the Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Board
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Send us a text In the Grow Clinton Podcast episode, Andy & Jenny interview Mandy Tripp of the Mississippi Workforce Development Board. Mandy will share information and promote the Skillup Mississippi Valley learning platform. The program is available to all residents in the eight-county region. We'll discuss who can benefit from the Skillup Mississ…
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GCP046 - Andy & Jenny Interview Wes & Autumn of Pix Along the Way
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Wes & Autumn of Pix Along the Way Photography Studio. Wes shares information on the studio, their services, and the workshops he's having in September. Wes is a Certified Professional Photographer through the Professional Photographers of America. www.pixalongtheway.…
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Dean Sonquist meets with Mitchell Kearns, and they speak about Dean's business, Plas-Tech Tooling. They talk about the experience of managing a business with his spouse and making tough calls for the sake of both the business and his family. https://www.plastechtooling.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP044 - Andy & Jenny Interview Karen Daniels of Core Beauty Medspa
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Karen Daniels of Core Beauty Medspa in Clinton, Iowa. Karen will share information regarding her business and the services it provides to its clients. Karen also reveals the weight loss success associated with weekly GLP injections and hormone replacement therapy f…
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Mitchell speaks with Taylor Borkowski, who runs The Cottage in Denison, Iowa, with her mom. They talk about the struggles of taking over a business during COVID, and learning more about business management through the process of managing The Cottage. https://www.thecottagedenison.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP043 - Andy & Jenny Interview James Stout of Home Base Iowa & IowaWORKS
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview James Stout of Iowa Workforce Development (IWD). James works with military veterans to identify employment opportunities. The three will discuss Home Base Iowa; the employment benefits IWD offers, educational pathways they can connect you to, and community incentiv…
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GCP042 - Andy & Jenny Interview Gabi Torres and Ari Lewerenz of Paint it Back
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Gabi Torres, one of the founding artists of Paint it Back. Paint it Back is a nonprofit organization focusing on community development through public art. The three discuss the origin of Paint it Back and how it has grown into an excellent community attraction!…
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GCP041 - Andy & Jenny Interview Sterling Federal Bank and My GEAR Outreach
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Dean Ahlers of Sterling Federal Bank. Sterling Federal Bank held its 7th Annual Employee Charity Challenge. The organization, My GEAR Outreach, was the grand prize winner of $20,000! Liz Estilow of My GEAR Outreach joins Dean to share what they plan on doing with t…
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Mitchell Kearns and Molly Angstman talk about beers and books in relation to Molly's business, Three Bells Books, in Mason City. https://threebellsbooks.com/By SBDC Iowa
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PROFIT TALKS: The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California-BUSINESS OUTREACH PROGRAM
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John Arena, Business Outreach Manager for the METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT of Southern California joins us to discuss their Business Outreach Program which supports small business growth all over SoCal by helping them secure government contracts within their water world. #water #waterworld #waterdistricts #governmentcontracts #governmentcontracting …
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Mitchell Kearns chats with twins Jennifer and Jessica Zupp about their law firm, the process of opening the firm, and how the SBDC helped them get started.By SBDC Iowa
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GCP040 - Andy & Jenny Interview Josh & Tina of Medical Associates Health Plans
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Josh Richter and Tina Keck of Medical Associates Health Plans. The group discusses the organization's future plans and vision and how it will continue to evolve to meet members' needs. We'll also highlight the Integrated Health System Model, preventative care initi…
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PROFIT TALKS: Nathan Wyckoff, CULT AND CLASSIC FILMS
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Today Nathan Wyckoff from Cult and Classic Films joins us tto discuss his unique business and cult and classic films they focus #movies #cultclassics #classicfilms #cultfilms #octalkradioBy Paul T Roberts
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PROFIT TALKS: LinkWorx on their SBDC Korean Trade Trip
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Nigel Jay, Founder of LinkWorx joins us to discuss their work in the Internet of Things. And why they went on the recent SBDC Trade Trip to Korea. And what they got out of it. #SBDC #KoreanTradeMission #export #import #octalkradioBy Paul T Roberts
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PROFIT TALKS: Sylvia Pizarroso, SBDC Finance Center
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Sylvia Pizarroso, Director of the SBDC Finance Center joins us to discuss all the free work they do for businesses big and small with their Small Business Development Center clients paid for by the SBA, the State of California ( and others)#sbdc #startups #raisingcapital #businessloans #octalkradioBy Paul T Roberts
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GCP039 - Andy & Jenny Interview Tamarra Friedrichsen of Killean Audiology
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Tamarra Friedrichsen of Killean Audiology. Killean has been in the region for 50 years! Tamarra shares that hearing care is healthcare! Taking care of your ears and hearing can help with mental and physical health. Visit www.killeanhearing.com. To learn more about …
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GCP038 - Andy & Jenny Interview Charlotte Cortney of Mel Foster Co. Realtors
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Charlotte Courtney, the managing broker for Mel Foster Co. Realtors. Charlotte shares information and changes in the real estate market. She will also highlight changes to Exclusive Buyer Agreements and what to expect from your buyer's agent. Charlotte shares that,…
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Mitchell Kearns meets with father-son duo David and Chandler Horak to talk about their part in the railroad industry, American Railcar Repair. https://americanrailcarrepair.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP037 - Andy & Jenny Interview Justin Shaffer of Camanche Community School District
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Jenny and Andy Interview Justin Shaffer, the superintendent of the Camanche Community School District. Justin shares his goals and new additions for the 2024-25 school year. Check out https://www.camanche.k12.ia.us/ for additional information! To learn more about Grow Clinton membership, c…
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Mitchell Kearns sits down with Lorrie Popik and Rae Guillermo -- the Dessert Mixologists, who have created a business out of their college friendship combining quick and easy desserts with alcoholic beverages. https://www.dessertmixologist.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP035 - Andy & Jenny Interview Lindsay & Piper Morhardt of Glazey Daze Donuts & More
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Lindsay and Piper Morhardt of Glazey Daze Donuts & More. Lindsay is a serial entrepreneur, and the donut truck is just one of her many ventures. We'll learn what makes a successful food truck and what plans she has for the future. https://www.facebook.com/GlazeyDazeD…
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GCP036 - Andy & Jenny Interview Keith and Stacy Brooks of SKB Cyber
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Keith and Stacy Brooks of SKB Cyber (https://www.skbcyber.com/). SKB Cyber is dedicated to making your dreams and goals a reality. Their team of experts understands the unique challenges small—and mid-sized businesses face and is here to support you every step of t…
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GCP034 - Andy & Jenny Interview Matt McCurdy of Lincoln Meadows Mobile Home Community
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Matt McCurdy of the Lincoln Meadows mobile home community. Located along Highway 30 in Clinton, IA, the community offers many opportunities for first-time home buyers. Lots are available with many upgrades to the property. Please visit https://www.lincoln-meadows.com…
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Mitchell Kearns talks with Paul Richardson, CEO of Tumbleweed, which specializes in providing families with virtual materials to ease the process of mourning their deceased loved ones.By SBDC Iowa
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Ray Hansen and Mitchell Kearns meet with Adam Schweers to talk about creating and selling his business, Computer Concepts of Iowa.By SBDC Iowa
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Kathy Boyd, Director of Career Education for the OC Dept of Education joins us along with Kim Goodwin, Coordinator of OC PATHWAYS to discuss that program and all the work they do to expand education opportunities for all students here in Orange County #education #OCDepartmentofEducation #ocdepteducation #prekthru12 #octalkradio…
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Mitchell Kearns chats with Denae Rosdail and Chelsea Bissen from I Saw the Sign LLC about their business which prints signs and apparel in Carroll, Iowa. https://isawthesignllc.com/By SBDC Iowa
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GCP033 - Andy & Jenny Learn About the Clinton 4th of July Festival
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Send us a text In this timely episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Dr. Angie Gabel of Gabel Chiropractic and Dave Helscher of Clinton National Bank to learn more about the upcoming 4th of July celebration in Clinton, Iowa. Dr. Gabel and Dave will share the event's history, activity schedule, button winner, Grand Marshal, fan …
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GCP031 - Flip the Script w/Al Getler & Jason Neises of Community Heart & Soul
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, the script is flipped as Andy & Matt are interview by Al Getler of Community Heart & Soul. Also known as Energize Clinton, the local community efforts to identify what matters most to residents has been on going for over a year. After receiving over 1,400 responses to surveys, the Communit…
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GCP032 - Jenny & Andy Interview Bill Misiewicz of Synergy
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Send us a text In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy & Jenny interview Bill Misiewicz of Clinton Community School District's Synergy program. Bill shares information on the program and how the student projects impact the community. Andy and Jenny have worked with the Synergy students and love the program! Follow the Synergy action at ht…
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