Wednesdays Are Possible

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Dec 2025

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A monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. Our vision at Innovate 120 is to inspire and drive growth for Jackson County, Iowa. 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! Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities. Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities. Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.org

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December 9, 20251 hr 7 min

Rose Frantzen and Chuck Morris - Old City Hall Gallery

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Innovate 120’s Founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott talks with Rose Frantzen and Chuck Morris from the Old City Hall Gallery. This is a casual conversation about how they've built a thriving art business with a respected national reputation, right here in Maquoketa, Iowa.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

November 21, 202551 min

John Regan - RCS Computers/Bill’s Place Bar and Grill

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Innovate 120’s Founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott talks with John Regan, owner of RCS Computers and Bill’s Place Bar and Grill. We will learn about his entrepreneurial journey and focus on customer service.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

October 7, 202552 min

Ryan and Ashley - Appliance Solutions

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Innovate 120’s Founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott talks with Ryan and Ashley, owners of Appliance Solutions in Maquoketa, Iowa. We will learn about their backgrounds, and their process to purchase and grow an established local business.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

June 10, 202528 min

Debbie Shea - Make a Splash

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Economic Director of the JCEA, Kelley Brown interviews Debbie Hoffman Shea from Make a Splash, a favorite retail destination on Maquoketa's Main Street specializing in Home Decor and Gifts.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

May 15, 202549 min

Jim Coloff - Coloff Media

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County.In this episode Kerry Schepers of Ohnward Wealth and Retirement interviews Jim Coloff, owner of Coloff Media, a company that owns and operates radio stations located throughout the Northern one-third of Iowa, including Maquoketa’s KMAQ radio.He'll share his journey as a broadcasting entrepreneur, as well as his interest in, and vision for our hometown radio station.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

April 9, 20251 hr 4 min

Cornelius Seed

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County.In this episode, Innovate 120’s Founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott interviews Chuck, Chris, JC, Will and Janie as they share their stories about the family business, Cornelius Seed.The 90-year history of the company begins in 1934 with the planting of the first corn hybrid, and continues into the 21st century with a business that thrives on innovation, quality products and excellence in customer service.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

March 8, 202537 min

Doug Biehl

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Innovate 120’s founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott, interviews Doug Biehl, franchise owner and manager of Maquoketa’s Dairy Queen. Doug talks about the history of the business from his family’s purchase in 1974, through its evolution into the busy full service “Grill & Chill” restaurant it is today.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

November 9, 202434 min

Dr. Don and Colleen Schwenker

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Kerry Sheets Schepers of Ohnward Wealth and Retirement interviews Dr. Don Schwenker, and his wife Colleen of Timber City Chiropractic, in Maquoketa, Iowa. We will learn about his service in the Air National Guard, his contributions as Mayor and now as a member of the Jackson County Board of Supervisors. They will also share about working together as a married couple, how to establish a business within a local community, and the importance of serving.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

May 12, 202435 min

Payton Marshall

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Economic Director of the JCEA, Kelley Brown interviews Owner and Co-founder of Surgit IT Solutions, and Owner of Prost Pub, Payton Marshall about establishing, and building two successful businesses at a young age, and his commitment to the community that makes this possible.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media

April 11, 202444 min

Greg Martin

Welcome to Wednesdays Are Possible, a monthly conversation about entrepreneurship brought to you by Innovate 120, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Jackson County. In this episode Innovate 120’s founder and Executive Director, Robert Abbott interviews Greg Martin, Owner of Citywide Cleaners and Hwy 61 Dry Cleaners. As you listen to Greg’s story, you will be inspired by his hustle, drive, and competitive spirit, which has led to his success today.Innovate 120 is committed to building regional innovation and entrepreneurship strategy with educational programs, business development sessions, and team-building activities.Located at 120 South Main Street, Maquoketa, Iowa, we provide inspiring co-working and meeting spaces with convenient amenities.Learn more about the mission and services provided by Innovate 120 at www.Innovate120.orgThis podcast is a production of Sinar Media