The Alliance Connection

Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance

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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 within the Fort Dodge community that embody #DelightfulDodge. Join us the first and third Wednesday of every month for new episodes!

5D AGO

#29 - Jen Lane & Julie Thorson | Havenpalooza 2026 Is Almost Here!

Jen Lane (Director of Engagement) and Julie Thorson (President/CEO) of Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge, Iowa, stop by to discuss the upcoming Havenpalooza 2026. 🔗 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://www.twitter.com/Friendship_FD TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@friendshiphaven 🗓️ Attend Havenpalooza 2026: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar/Details/havenpalooza-1513575 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

22 min
MAY 6

#28 - Brenda Clark Hamilton | Leading Ladies Speaker Q2 2026

Brenda Clark Hamilton is a dynamic keynote speaker and workplace trainer known for her high-energy presentations on leadership, communication, and personal resilience. Based in Iowa, she has built a nationally recognized speaking career since 2005, delivering engaging and practical presentations at nearly 100 events each year across a wide range of industries. With a background in education and professional development, Brenda is known for combining humor, real-world insight, and actionable strategies that help individuals and organizations perform at their best. 🔗 Follow Brenda Clark Hamilton: Website: https://www.brendaclarkhamilton.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrendaClarkHamilton/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreshCoffeeSpeaker 🗓️ Attend Leading Ladies Q2 2026: https://business.greaterfortdodge.com/calendar/Details/leading-ladies-q2-2026-1528764 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

29 min
APR 15

#27 - Phil Gunderson | 2026 GFDGA Catalyst Award Winner

Phil Gunderson is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Catalyst Award. We discuss his involvement in the community, the trees he planted with Gunderson Funeral Home, the impact the community has had on his family, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

35 min
APR 1

#26 - Matt Johnson | 2026 GFDGA Volunteer of the Year Award Winner

Matt Johnson is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Volunteer of the Year Award. We sit down with him to discuss what volunteering means to him, his support for the community, his favorite GFDGA events, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

26 min
MAR 18

#25 - Luke Hugghins | 2026 GFDGA Emerging Leader Award Winner

Luke Hugghins is the recipient of the 2026 Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Emerging Leader Award. We sit down with him to discuss his past endeavors, what leadership means to him, his upcoming projects, and more! 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

24 min
MAR 4

#24 - Sarah Rustvold | New Flights to Denver: Inside the Fort Dodge Regional Airport's Growth

Sarah Rustvold is the Director of the Fort Dodge Regional Airport. We discuss recent improvements at the airport, upcoming changes, the simplicity of flying out of a small town, recently added flights to Denver, and more! 🔗 Follow Fort Dodge Regional Airport: Website: https://fortdodgeregionalairport.com Website: https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org/airport/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fdairport/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

22 min
FEB 18

#23 - Cameron Nelson & Sarah Shelton | GreenState Credit Union Supports the GFDGA Annual Dinner

Cameron Nelson & Sarah Shelton join us from GreenState Credit Union as the top sponsor of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner. We discuss credit unions vs. banks, what lines of business GreenState Credit Union offers, their community involvement, Cameron and Sarah's favorite Growth Alliance events, and more! 🔗 Follow the GreenState Credit Union: Website: https://www.greenstate.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenStateCU/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenstatecu X: https://x.com/greenstatecu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenstatecu Don't forget the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner! Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/annual-dinner/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

30 min
FEB 4

#22 - Chad Schaeffer | The Future of Fort Dodge: City Growth, Projects, and Progress

Chad Schaeffer is the Chief Development Officer for the City of Fort Dodge, Iowa. We discuss recent and upcoming changes to the riverfront area, recently completed projects, upcoming agendas, the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Dinner, and more! 🔗 Follow the City of Fort Dodge: Website: https://www.fortdodgeiowa.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fortdodgeiowa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortdodgeia/ X: https://x.com/FDCITY YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cityoffortdodgeiowa Don't forget the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance Annual Dinner! Website: https://www.greaterfortdodge.com/annual-dinner/ 🛑 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Spin Markket + Digital - https://www.spinmarkket.com 🗓️ 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

41 min

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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 within the Fort Dodge community that embody #DelightfulDodge. Join us the first and third Wednesday of every month for new episodes!

Creator

Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

29
Rating

Clean
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