Building the Future: How Local. Supports Rural Entrepreneurs
In the heart of every thriving community, especially in rural areas, lies a network of passionate entrepreneurs eager to bring their...
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Hanna Nuss
- Aug 10
- 2 min
Empowering Iowa: Local. to Uplift Creatives, Authors, and Communities
In the heart of Iowa, where the rolling fields meet tight-knit rural communities, Hanna Nuss felt a deep connection to the place she...
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Hanna Nuss
- Jul 27
- 2 min
Weathering the Storm Together: Building Resilience Through Shared Experience
In the face of challenges, it's natural to seek solutions that can make things better. At our core, we are driven by the belief that...
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Hanna Nuss
- Jul 20
- 2 min
Breaking Free: Building a New System of Empowerment for Small Businesses in Iowa
If the system is broken, the only hope is to create a new one. There was a time when I stood in the shadows, shortly after leaving the...
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Hanna Nuss
- Jun 17
- 3 min
How a Pop-Up Shop Made Me a True Entrepreneur: Celebrating Two Years of Local. Love
Two years ago today, I officially became an entrepreneur. I had been exploring the entrepreneurial space for about a year prior, playing...
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Hanna Nuss
- Jun 1
- 2 min
Are You Supporting Local Businesses Before Asking for Sponsorship?
I am undeniably and proudly pro-local, and I have a million and one reasons why. I could talk at length about the critical importance of...
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Hanna Nuss
- May 26
- 1 min
The Unconventional Journey of Hanna Nuss: From Corporate Strategist to Aligned Entrepreneur
Hanna Nuss ventured into entrepreneurship in a way few would recommend. Leaving behind her corporate job as a business strategist, she...
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Hanna Nuss
- May 18
- 2 min
The Grace to Grow: Supporting Small Businesses to Rebuild Rural Communities
The essence of community lies in grace, feedback, and the opportunities for growth that arise from them. I feel incredibly grateful for...
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Hanna Nuss
- May 8
- 3 min
Closing the Entrepreneurship Funding Gap: Challenges Faced by Legacy Businesses in Rural Iowa
There's a gap in entrepreneurship that I've talked about before, but never quite in this way. The other day, I was on a survey with two...
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Hanna Nuss
- May 5
- 2 min
Fulfilling Dreams: My Journey from Passion to Entrepreneurship
Have you ever felt that spark, that relentless pull towards something that seems like a distant dream? For me, that dream was helping...
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Hanna Nuss
- Apr 28
- 5 min
Embracing Authentic Entrepreneurship in Rural Iowa
As the founder of Local., Hanna Nuss, I've been on this journey for nearly two years now. The first half of my inaugural year was a...
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Hanna Nuss
- Apr 14
- 2 min
Investing in Our Communities: Every Dollar Counts
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the power we hold with each purchase we make. Yet, every day presents...
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Hanna Nuss
- Mar 24
- 1 min
Celebrating Community: The Birth of Local.
Every great idea has its own story—a journey of inspiration, dedication, and a heartfelt desire to make a difference. Local. is no...
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Hanna Nuss
- Mar 23
- 2 min
Empowering Iowa: A Story of Possibility and Community Strength
Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to stand before a room filled with powerful women from Iowa. It was a moment of honor, a...
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Hanna Nuss
- Mar 19
- 1 min
Redefining Entrepreneurship Incubation: Minimal Guidance, Maximum Opportunity
In the journey of nurturing Local. brands within our community, we've stumbled upon a revelation: traditional mentorship isn't always the...
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Hanna Nuss
- Mar 18
- 2 min
Embracing the Power of Local.: A Journey from Pop-Up to Brick-and-Mortar
When I first embarked on the journey to grow the concept of Local., I encountered skepticism at every turn. From pop-up t-shirt sales to...
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Hanna Nuss
- Mar 1
- 2 min
Embracing Failure: The Path to Soaring as Entrepreneurs
In the world of entrepreneurship, failure is often seen as the end of the road. But what if I told you that failure could be the catalyst...
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Hanna Nuss
- Feb 28
- 1 min
Gravel Roads & Silos by Hanna Nuss
In the heart of Iowa's embrace, Where silos kiss the sky with grace, I found my truth, a quiet space, Amidst the gravel roads, a sacred...
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Hanna Nuss
- Feb 27
- 2 min
Bridging Gaps: The Birth of Local.
In the heart of the Cedar Valley, amidst the bustling energy of entrepreneurship, I embarked on a journey to connect with fellow...
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Hanna Nuss
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Breaking Down Barriers: Creating Accessible Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
In the world of entrepreneurship, there's a prevailing narrative that success is reserved for those who can navigate the maze of...
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