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Our vision at Innovate 120 is to inspire and drive growth for Jackson County. Part of that growth will come through new business ideas that take root right here at home. You might have an idea but not sure what the next best steps are to move it forward. This series explores the range of opportunities, challenges, pivots and successes that successful entrepreneurs right here in our community have faced.
Join us for some inspiring stories the first Wednesday of each month!
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WE'VE GOT AN INCREDIBLE LINEUP FOR 2025!
Bookmark this page or watch Innovate 120’s Facebook page for upcoming entrepreneurs.
March 5: Doug Biehl, Dairy Queen
April 2: Cornelius Family, Cornelius Seed
May 7: Jim Coloff, KMAQ Radio
June 4: Debbie Shea, Make a Splash
More to come for August through November!
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PREVIOUS SPEAKERS
We've made our way around Jackson County so far with programs in Maquoketa, Preston and Bellevue. If you haven't been able to join us yet, here's who you've missed:
Mark Lyon, Maquoketa Brewing
David Blake, Blue-9 Pet Products
Travis, Dakota, Nancy and Terry Kieffer, Plastics Unlimited
Jacynda Smith, Tyme
Bob Osterhaus, Osterhaus Pharmacy
Kerry Schepers, Ohnward Wealth & Retirement
Heather Moore, Moore Local
Greg Martin, Hwy 61 Cleaners
Pete Hoff, A&P Graphics
Payton Marshall, Prost
Tammy and Dean Adrian, TADA Meats
Sam and Casey McLaughlin, Louie Clausen, Timber Center
Tom McNeil, TM Woodworks
Doug and Laurie Knickrehm, Cornerstone Transportation
Dr. Don and Colleen Schwenker, Timber City Chiropractic
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