The Alliance Connection

By Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance

Welcome to The Alliance Connection, the podcast of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Astra and Katy sit down with a variety of individuals, businesses, and major players wi... more

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How many episodes does The Alliance Connection have?

The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.

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September 03, 2025 #12 - Matt Johnson & Todd McCubbin | Inside the Better Way Project
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
...more
45min
August 20, 2025 #11 - Matt Johnson | Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Golf Outing 2025
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
...more
26min
August 06, 2025 #10 - Craig Schlienz | Downtown Country Jam 2025
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
...more
31min
July 16, 2025 #9 - Leah Glasgo | Healthcare Leadership and Community Impact
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
...more
26min
July 02, 2025 #8 - Debi Durham | The Vision Behind Iowa's Economic Momentum
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
...more
35min
June 18, 2025 #7 - Julie Thorson & Jen Lane | Inside Friendship Haven: Senior Living with Heart in Fort Dodge
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
...more
26min
June 04, 2025 #6 - George Berger | Built to Move: Inside the World of Force America
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
...more
23min
May 21, 2025 #5 - Terry Allers | 2025 GFDGA Ambassador of the Year Award Winner
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
...more
11min
May 07, 2025 #4 - Jill Nelson | Leadership Fort Dodge and Junior Leadership Fort Dodge
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
...more
27min
April 16, 2025 #3 - Kate Stucky | 2025 GFDGA Emerging Leader Award Winner
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
...more
22min

FAQs about The Alliance Connection:

How many episodes does The Alliance Connection have?

The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.