Grow Clinton Podcast

In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Chris and Courtney to learn more about the 2025 Clinton Area Showboat Theatre (CAST).

The 2025 CAST Season will open on June 12th with The Addams Family.

Additional 2025 shows include:

• Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
• Bright Star (A New Musical)
• Almost Heaven (The Story of John Denver)

The Clinton Area Showboat Theatre produces professional summer theatre and offers theatre education programs, enhancing the cultural and artistic climate. As one of only three professional union theatre companies in Iowa, CAST aims to be the leading theatre company in the region, attracting talent from across the country. CAST is situated at the community's most iconic landmarks, Riverview Park along the Mississippi River.

For showtimes and ticket sales, please visit https://www.clintonshowboat.com/.

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Jessica and Chris from Unity Christian School.  

Unity Christian School offers daycare, preschool, elementary, and secondary education for families who desire a Christ-centered upbringing for their children.  

Jessica and Chris will outline the timeline for completing a new school in Clinton, Iowa, along 19th Ave North by the Lyons Business & Technology Park. We will also discover the educational opportunities available for Iowa families and learn about over 100 years of history in meeting the educational needs of our region's children.  

For more information, visit https://www.unitychristian.com/ or email Jessica Hollewell at [email protected].  

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.  

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Kris Wiersema, who represents The Church at Lyons. The Church at Lyons is a historical cornerstone of the Lyons Business District. It once served as a place of worship, functioning as the Lyons United Methodist Church, located at 2118 N 2nd Street in Clinton.

With significant effort and dedication invested in its redevelopment, The Church at Lyons now operates as a popular event center, hosting weddings, receptions, birthday parties, and large group gatherings. With a capacity of 200-300, the building is wheelchair accessible and features a speaker system. Renters may bring their own catering and alcohol if desired, but decorations are not required.

Additionally, The Church at Lyons continues to be used each Sunday at 10 AM for the services of Hope City Church, where lead pastor Nick Powell opens each service by expressing his gratitude for being in the renovated space.

Contact Wiersema at (815) 441-0906 or email [email protected] for booking and pricing information.

Grow Clinton appreciates Kris and her team's ongoing support and looks forward to contributing to The Church at Lyons's future growth and development.

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy is joined by Andy Euell and Dana Albaghdadi from Cardiology Consultants in Clinton, Iowa.

Cardiology Consultants is situated at 2745 Lincoln Way. It boasts an experienced team of cardiology specialists dedicated to your healthcare. The clinic provides a comprehensive range of cardiovascular diagnostic services on-site.

Dr. Ali Albaghdadi, MD, and Dr. Saadi Albaghdadi, MD, are prepared to manage your heart health and identify ways to enhance longevity and overall quality of life.

Please call (563) 244-2144 to schedule your upcoming appointment.

Grow Clinton appreciates the ongoing commitment of the Cardiology Consultants team to the Greater Clinton Region.

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to foster business growth, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Mike Cross of Crossroads Logistics & Land Development based in Camanche, Iowa. Mike serves as the company's manager, ensuring that timelines are met, new customers are identified, and the brand continues to grow through enhanced marketing efforts.

Crossroads Logistics provides railcar and bulk liquid storage while serving local employers like LyondellBasell. The company offers convenient track access to the Union Pacific mainline and features a spacious railcar storage yard.

Nestled along 44th Ave in Camanche, the operation occupies the former Hawkeye Chemical Plant.

Contact Mike at [email protected]. 

Grow Clinton appreciates Mike and his team's ongoing support and looks forward to contributing to the company's future growth and development.

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Matt Parbs, Grow Clinton's Vice President of Community and Economic Development.

Matt will share information about Grow Clinton's mission, how its members support the organization, current and future projects, and the entrepreneurial-focused EntreFuel Program, which helps aspiring business owners succeed in a complex world.

Matt will also highlight Grow Clinton's tourism initiatives and announce the recent hiring of Sarah Smith, the Director of Placemaking & Tourism. One of the exciting programs offered by Grow Clinton is the FAB program, designed to beautify the riverfront and downtown districts by leveraging volunteers and supporters of Grow Clinton to plant and maintain flower displays.

Want to connect with Matt? Email him at [email protected].

For more information, please visit https://www.trinityhealthseniorcommunities.org/.../the....

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, don't hesitate to contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Luke Duenser from the Hausmann Group Insurance Agency and Brokerage. 

More information is available at www.myhaus.com. 

The Hausmann Group is a full-service independent insurance agency with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Serving local clients in Wisconsin and large companies nationwide, the agency provides a wide range of insurance and business services to support clients now and in the future.

The Hausmann Group is dedicated to helping clients anticipate and navigate life’s unforeseen challenges. They realize their collective strength through the agency's core values.

We will discuss the importance of communication, education, and compliance. Additionally, Luke will address the increasing costs of insurance and the efficiencies that can be achieved. 

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com. 

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Karen Friis, the office coordinator at Grow Clinton. Karen will celebrate 30 years of service in 2025, and we want to learn about her three decades of serving members, businesses, and individuals throughout the Greater Clinton Region.

As the office coordinator, Karen provides the first impression for existing and prospective members when they enter the Grow Clinton offices at 721 S 2nd Street. As the longest-tenured team member, Karen has witnessed it with her institutional knowledge and stories. From fielding calls about the community garbage collection schedule to sharing information about the benefits of Grow Clinton membership, she has become the office's subject matter expert on various topics.

We thank Karen Friis for her 30 years of service to Grow Clinton and the former Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce.

If you need anything, never hesitate to contact Karen directly at [email protected] or call 563-242-5702.

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

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In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Jenny and Andy sit down with Matt Rebro, a longtime friend and investor in Grow Clinton, along with Nicole Kreeger from Russell Commercial Construction & Real Estate Services.  

Key topics of this episode's discussion include:  

• The Boomerang Effect: How we attract individuals returning to Iowa and the opportunities that bring them back.
• Elevating the Trades: Construction is becoming increasingly important, and there is an urgent need to invest in skilled trades. 
• Value-Driven Culture: This section explains why people seek out purpose-led companies and highlights the critical role of a strong safety culture.  
• Beyond Construction: At our core, we focus on building partnerships and investing in people.  
• Demystifying Delivery Methods: A clear breakdown of the various approaches to project delivery.  
• Construction as Storytelling: The intersection of the built environment with art, culture, and the human experience.  

For more information on Russell Commercial Construction, visit www.Russellco.com or email [email protected]. 

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, don't hesitate to contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.  

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

Have an idea for a podcast guest? Send us a message!

In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Letha and Barb of The Alverno, a long-term care facility in Clinton, Iowa.  

Listeners will learn about The Alverno's history, rules and regulations, upcoming growth opportunities, and its future.  

At The Alverno, the dedicated staff takes pride in caring for residents. They offer a variety of care plans and services for older adults, each tailored to individual needs and desires. The objective is to meet each resident's medical and spiritual needs by providing exceptional round-the-clock nursing care, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation services. 

Quality is at the heart of everything they do. They are the only senior community in the State of Iowa to have received the American Health Care Association's Gold Quality Award.

For more information, please visit https://www.trinityhealthseniorcommunities.org/.../the.... 

To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, don't hesitate to contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com. 

Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, foster community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

Have an idea for a podcast guest? Send us a message!