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.

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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Wednesdays Are Possible

Doug Biehl

March 08, 2025 • Robert Abbott

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.