The Alliance Connection

Brenda Clark Hamilton is a dynamic keynote speaker and workplace trainer known for her high-energy presentations on leadership, communication, and personal resilience. Based in Iowa, she has built a nationally recognized speaking career since 2005, delivering engaging and practical presentations at nearly 100 events each year across a wide range of industries. With a background in education and professional development, Brenda is known for combining humor, real-world insight, and actionable strategies that help individuals and organizations perform at their best. 🔗 Follow Brenda Clark Hamilton: Website: https://www.brendaclarkhamilton.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrendaClarkHamilton/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreshCoffeeSpeaker 🗓️ Attend Leading Ladies Q2 2026: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar/Details/leading-ladies-q2-2026-1528764 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Phil Gunderson is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Catalyst Award. We discuss his involvement in the community, the trees he planted with Gunderson Funeral Home, the impact the community has had on his family, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Matt Johnson is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Volunteer of the Year Award. We sit down with him to discuss what volunteering means to him, his support for the community, his favorite GFDGA events, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Luke Hugghins is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Emerging Leader Award. We sit down with him to discuss his past endeavors, what leadership means to him, his upcoming projects, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Sarah Rustvold is the Director of the Fort Dodge Regional Airport. We discuss recent improvements at the airport, upcoming changes, the simplicity of flying out of a small town, recently added flights to Denver, and more! 🔗 Follow Fort Dodge Regional Airport: Website: https://fortdodgeregionalairport.com Website: https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org/airport/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fdairport/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Cameron Nelson & Sarah Shelton join us from GreenState Credit Union as the top sponsor of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner. We discuss credit unions vs. banks, what lines of business GreenState Credit Union offers, their community involvement, Cameron and Sarah's favorite Growth Alliance events, and more! 🔗 Follow the GreenState Credit Union: Website: https://www.greenstate.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenStateCU/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenstatecu X: https://x.com/greenstatecu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenstatecu Don't forget the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner! Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/annual-dinner/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Chad Schaeffer is the Chief Development Officer for the City of Fort Dodge, Iowa. We discuss recent and upcoming changes to the riverfront area, recently completed projects, upcoming agendas, the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Dinner, and more! 🔗 Follow the City of Fort Dodge: Website: https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgeiowa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodgeia/ X: https://x.com/FDCITY YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cityoffortdodgeiowa Don't forget the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner! Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/annual-dinner/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Joey Coleman is a speaker and a Fort Dodge native. We discuss his ties to the Fort Dodge area, his experience with business and customer service, his books "Never Lose a Customer Again" & "Never Lose an Employee Again", his upcoming speaking arrangement at the GFDGA banquet, and more! 🔗 Follow Joey Coleman: Website: https://joeycoleman.com 📖 Get Joey Coleman's Books: Website: https://joeycoleman.com/books/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Jen Fitzgerald and Macy Johnson join us from Five Points Events to discuss how they became involved in event planning, the services they offer, recent and upcoming events, their favorite parts about planning events, and more! 🔗 Follow Five Points Events: Website: https://www.fivepointsevents.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581137170240 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fivepointsevents/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fivepointsevents 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Andy Reed and Brian Pederson discuss how Lights at Kennedy got started, the behind-the-scenes work involved in this event every year, some of their favorite displays, and more! 🔗 Follow Lights At Kennedy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightsatKennedy/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Astra sits down with Chris Cournoyer, the Lieutenant Governor of the State of Iowa, to discuss the economic progress of the state of Iowa, Iowa's "America 250" initiative, how individuals can get involved, and more! 🔗 Follow Iowa's America 250: Website: https://governor.iowa.gov/america-250/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Shelby Fleming is the Administrative Assistant at Koch Fertilizer. We discuss the operations at Koch, opportunities for interns, how Koch impacts the local community, and more! 🔗 Follow Koch: Website: https://kochfertilizer.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KochFertilizer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KochFertilizerFortDodge/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kochagandenergy/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Vickie Reeck and Paige Wheeler join us this week to discuss the City of Fort Dodge's recent housing progress, upcoming items on the agenda, how people can help out, and more! 🔗 Follow The City of Fort Dodge: Website: https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgeiowa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodgeia X: https://www.twitter.com/FDCITY LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortdodgeiowa 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Jean Bral and Laura Todd from Buena Vista University join Astra and Katy this week to discuss how BVU is involved in the Fort Dodge area and beyond. They discuss updates to the BVU campus, strategic partnerships with businesses, local companies participating in BVU's programs, and more! 🔗 Follow Buena Vista University: Website: https://www.bvu.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buenavistauniversity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buenavistauniversity X: https://www.twitter.com/buenavistauniv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bvusl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BuenaVistaUniversity LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/buena-vista-university/ 🔗 Strategic Partnerships - Buena Vista University: Website: https://www.bvu.edu/strategic-partnerships LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/bvu-strategic-partnerships/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Astra and Katy sit down with Dr. Jesse Ulrich and Brady O'Brien from Iowa Central Community College. They discuss upcoming events at Decker Auditorium, how ICCC shapes the Fort Dodge community, the upcoming November 4th vote, and more! 🔗 Follow Iowa Central Community College: Website: https://www.iowacentral.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iowacentral/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iowacentral/ X: https://www.twitter.com/IowaCentral TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iowacentral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/IowaCentralCC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/edu/iowa-central-community-college-32169 🎟️ Get Tickets to ICCC Events: Online: https://www.iowacentral.edu/tickets Phone: 515.574.1205 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Katy sits down with Corey Jansen this week to discuss the arrival of Baker Group to Fort Dodge, their upcoming ribbon cutting, their involvement with GFDGA, and more! 🔗 Follow The Baker Group: Website: https://www.thebakergroup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakergroup63/ Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/baker-group X: https://www.twitter.com/bakergroup63 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user122056763 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🍎 Community Orchard Apple Fest 2025: https://www.communityorchard.com/applefest 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Matt Johnson and Todd McCubbin of the Better Way Project stop by to discuss what the Better Way Project is, how it formed, how it aims to help our community, and much more! 🔗 Follow The Better Way Project: Website: https://www.betterwayproject.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBetterWayProject Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheBetterWayProject X: https://www.twitter.com/TheBetterWayFD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLH04k7L0b1oTIHZWnL9JHw 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Matt Johnson joins Astra and Kamisha to discuss the 2025 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Golf Outing, how the event has changed over the years, the networking opportunities available, fun games to play, prizes to be won, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).  #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Craig Schlienz sits on the Shellabration board that organizes the annual Downtown Country Jam. We discuss how the first Downtown Country Jam came to be, the HUGE response for this year's concert, possible upcoming changes to the Downtown Country Jam, and more! 🗓️ Downtown Country Jam - Saturday, August 9th, 2025: Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1146199760326825 🎙️ Follow Shellabration Inc.: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shellabrationinc 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Leah Glasgo is the President and CEO of UnityPoint in Fort Dodge, Iowa. We discuss her journey to becoming the President and CEO of UnityPoint, the services UnityPoint provides, being one of the region's largest employers, how UnityPoint stays up-to-date with changes in healthcare, and more! 🔗 Follow UnityPoint: Website: https://www.facebook.com/UnityPointHealth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnityPointHealth/ X: https://www.twitter.com/UnityPointNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unitypointhealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unity-point-health YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UnityPointHealth Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/unitypoint/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Debi Durham, Iowa's Director of Economic Development Authority and Iowa's Finance Authority, stops by to discuss her journey, how Fort Dodge was recently named a Thriving Community, workforce attraction, targeted industries, and more! 🔗 Follow Iowa's Economic Development Authority: Website: https://opportunityiowa.gov/about/iowa-economic-development-authority Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iowaeconomicdevelopment/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iowa-economic-development-authority-ieda-/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/IowaEconomicDev 🔗 Follow Iowa's Economic Development Authority: Website: https://opportunityiowa.gov/about/iowa-finance-authority Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iowafinance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iowafinance/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/iowa-finance-authority YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IowaFinanceAuthority 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Julie Thorson (President/CEO) and Jen Lane (Director of Engagement) work at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Astra and Katy sit down with them to discuss the history of Friendship Haven, the upcoming "Legacy Week", celebrating 75 years in our community, and more! 🔗 Follow Friendship Haven: Website: https://www.friendshiphaven.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendshipHavenFortDodge/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendshiphavenfd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendship-havenfd/ X: https://x.com/Friendship_FD TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@friendshiphaven 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

George Berger works at Force America in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Astra and Katy discuss how Force America came to be, how it has changed over the years, their upcoming relocation in Fort Dodge, being employee-owned, and much more! 🔗 Follow Force America: Website: https://forceamerica.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forceamerica YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@forceamericainc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/force-america/ X: https://x.com/forceamerica 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Terry Allers is the owner of Allers Associates Architects, PC in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Terry is also the winner of the 2025 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Ambassador of the Year Award. Astra and Katy sit down with Terry to discuss how it felt to win the award, what drives Terry to support his local community, and more!  🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Jill Nelson is the Vice President and Community Engagement Director at the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance. Jill is also very involved in Junior Leadership Fort Dodge. Astra and Katy sit down with Jill to discuss how Junior Leadership Fort Dodge came about, what it entails, how it changes the perspectives of the students who are enrolled, and much more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greaterfortdodge 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Kate Stucky is the Director of Operations and Finance at St. Edmond Catholic School and Holy Trinity Parish in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Kate is also the 2025 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Emerging Leader Award Winner. Astra and Katy sit down with Kate to discuss her community involvement, balancing work and life, winning the Emerging Leader Award, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greaterfortdodge 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Jim Kersten is the Vice President of External Relations and Government Affairs at Iowa Central Community College. Jim is also the winner of the 2025 Catalyst Award from the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance. Astra and Katy sit down with Jim to discuss his community involvement, his interactions with all levels of government, Jim's dedication to service, and much more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out the GFDGA Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 📰 GFDGA Enewsletter: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/enewsletter/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greaterfortdodge 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com).  #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community

Dawn Larson is the Economic Development Specialist for the City of Fort Dodge. Dawn is also the recent winner of the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Award from the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance. Astra and Katy sit down with Dawn to discuss how she became a volunteer, the impact her volunteering has had on the community, different ways individuals can get involved, and much more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Buena Vista University - https://www.bvu.edu 🗓️ Check Out Our Community Calendar: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar 📖 Learn More About Our Community in Our Monthly Business Connection Publication: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/about-us/business-connection-publication/ 🔗 Visit Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Online: Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GreaterFDGrowthAlliance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFortDodgeGrowthAlliance/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthalliancefd X: https://www.twitter.com/Growthfd2024 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greater-fort-dodge-growth-alliance YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greaterfortdodge 📺 Watch Episodes of The Alliance Connection: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISLVrtfmX1gdNUxaQc807Q 🎧 Listen to More Episodes of The Alliance Connection: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-the-alliance-connection/id1803159137 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3b2DupgBcoUm4r3YHWXwQv This podcast is presented by The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #GFDGA #FortDodge #Iowa #FortDodgeIowa #DelightfulDodge #WEinWEbster #DodgeTheOrdinary #ThisIsFortDodge #SupportLocalIA #IowaPodcasts #SmallBusinessIA #Podcast #Business #Community