Partner Scott Hoekman joins this episode to tell the story of Next Level Ventures, a venture capital firm located right here in Iowa. Next Level Ventures was founded by Scott, Craig Ibsen, and Duane Harris, and they focus on investing in growing technology companies in Iowa as well as growing fintech companies nationwide. Scott explains the selection process for the businesses they invest in, and what the ongoing relationship is like with the companies in their existing funds. We discuss the innovative technology ideas building right in our backyards! Scott also shares great advice on how to build out a successful business plan all entrepreneurs can take away something from.