by Hanna Nuss For decades, rural communities have been seen as places people leave, not places they build. Opportunities, growth, and...

In a world that often glorifies rapid growth and massive success, it’s easy to forget the beauty and importance of small,...

In the heart of every thriving community, especially in rural areas, lies a network of passionate entrepreneurs eager to bring their...

In the heart of Iowa, where the rolling fields meet tight-knit rural communities, Hanna Nuss felt a deep connection to the place she...

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...

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...

Two years ago today, I officially became an entrepreneur. I had been exploring the entrepreneurial space for about a year prior, playing...

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...

Hanna Nuss ventured into entrepreneurship in a way few would recommend. Leaving behind her corporate job as a business strategist, she...

The essence of community lies in grace, feedback, and the opportunities for growth that arise from them. I feel incredibly grateful for...

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...

Have you ever felt that spark, that relentless pull towards something that seems like a distant dream? For me, that dream was helping...

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...

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...

Every great idea has its own story—a journey of inspiration, dedication, and a heartfelt desire to make a difference. Local. is no...

Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to stand before a room filled with powerful women from Iowa. It was a moment of honor, a...

In the journey of nurturing Local. brands within our community, we've stumbled upon a revelation: traditional mentorship isn't always the...

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...

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...

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...