Grow Clinton Podcast

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A podcast highlighting the Grow Clinton organization and its efforts to develop and strengthen the Greater Clinton Region through business retention, attraction, and tourism. Grow Clinton is a 501(c)6 non-profit based in Clinton, Iowa.

An area rich in manufacturing, the Greater Clinton Region is home to large employers that continue to invest in their growth, injecting wealth and new money into the local economy. The region is also known for its advanced infrastructure, which supports the transportation of manufactured goods and raw materials via a robust highway system, three Class I railroads, and immediate access to the Mississippi River.

If you want more info on promoting 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, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

Contributors

Host

Andy Sokolovich

Andy joined Grow Clinton after serving six years as the Vice President of the Clinton Regional Development Corporation (CRDC). In March 2022, the CRDC merged with the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce to form Grow Clinton. The mission of Grow Clinton is to promote business growth, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region. As President & CEO, Andy works with the Grow Clinton team on business retention, attraction, regional marketing, and tourism.

Before entering a community and economic development career, Andy served as an air traffic controller in the United States Air Force.

Contact Andy at asokolovich@growclinton.com

Co-host

Jenny Holm

Jenny leads the charge for membership growth, retention and community relations. She visits businesses and industries to keep her fingers on the pulse of our members' needs. She is a staff liaison for several volunteer committees.

Jenny was born and raised in Clinton and graduated from Clinton High School in 1986. Her children graduated from Clinton High School, and Jenny graduated from the University of Iowa in 2016. Jenny is honored to serve the Clinton area and looks forward to meeting new people and sharing the mission of the Grow Clinton Organization.

Contact Jenny at jholm@growclinton.com

Co-host

Matt Parbs

Matt joins Grow Clinton after a decade of running The Sawmill Museum in Clinton. Given his role at The Sawmill, he served on the tourism board for a decade, along with various Chamber and Economic Development-related committees. He is excited to bring these worlds together to help the team spur growth in Clinton’s economic and community development. Never hesitate to reach out with an idea or project!