Co-Owner of Old Neighborhood 

Old Neighborhood Pub located off 16th Street in Cedar Rapids is owned by Andrea and Jeremy Van Hoeck. They have been open for 4 years as of March 17th, 2022. Visit Old Neighborhood Pub for great food and an ice-cold drink.

Owner of Denny's Lux Club

Denny's Lux Club opened back in 1979  by Kelly Oppelt's parents. Kelly has owned and run the business since 2001. Lux Club is located on Asbury Road in Dubuque. Serves lunch Monday through Saturday 11-2. Homemade Soup and Lunch Specials every weekday. 

Owner of Public House & The Ridge

Located at the corner of West 53rd & Northwest Blvd in Davenport we are the perfect mix of neighborhood bar & QC Destination! We have 20 taps, wide variety of bottles, cans & spirits. The best place to catch a game or meet the girls for drinks! 

Owner of Kingston's Steak House, Cruz's Café, and Daisy's Garage

Kingston’s has been open since August of 2021. It is named after Luter’s son who passed away at 8 weeks old from SIDS. Kingston’s Steakhouse is described as an upscale destination offering steaks, New American entrees, wine, beer and cocktail while dining in spacious surrounds inside and out.

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Cruz’s Café serves a variety of hearty breakfast favorites and lunch time eats! 

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Daisy’s has been open since 2015. Casual dining featuring seafood, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, po-boys, and much more! Many craft beer options!

Operations Manager at Trackside Bar and Grill

Trackside Bar & Grill is owned by Charlie and Shannon Lundgren. They have been opened for over 13 years. Alexis Lundgren, daughter of  Charlie and Shannon, is the operations manger at Trackside. (Picture above). Visit Trackside for an ice-cold drink and live music located off Peosta Street in Peosta. 

Owner of Comforts of Home

Comforts of Home Pet Sitting Services LLC is “In your own home” pet care that has been servicing the Iowa side of the Quad Cities since 2012. After working for her friend & founder for  6 years, Karen was given the opportunity to become owner in January 2020.  Taking care of your pets in their familiar surroundings reduces anxiety, stress and gives them comfort while you are gone. 

Co-Owner of Emil's Hideaway

Emil's Hideaway is co-owned by Jayme Tegeler Emil's is located off 1st Ave behind the Taco Johns in Cedar Rapids. Emil's Hideaway has some of the best-tasting American food around and that taste great with an ice-cold drink.

Co-Owner of Jumpers

Jumpers has co-owned by Julie Wood for 13 years. Jumpers Sports Bar and Grill is located off Dodge Street in Dubuque. Serving lunch and dinner in a casual and easy atmosphere, happy hour from 4-6 and the best bartenders in town. 

Owner of Hubble's Tap

Looking for a neighborhood tavern? Hubble's Tap is the place to go in Muscatine. It is located at 214 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA 52761. From free popcorn to a fantastic happy hour, it is the place to be. 

Independent Pampered Chef Advance Director

Amanda Jo Krogmann has been with Pampered Chef for 14 years. Not only is she an Independent Advance Director with Pampered Chef, but she also runs Mealtime Mom Facebook page sharing how to save time and money in the kitchen.

Co-Owner of Knickers

Knickers has been owned by Cindy Freese for almost 3 years. Cindy worked for Knicker’s for nearly 10 years before deciding to buy the business. Knicker’s is a bar and grill located off Central Ave in Dubuque serving up pizzas, burgers and cold drinks!

Owner of Off Point Pub

Brenda Milam has been the owner of Off Point Pub for almost 3 years. OPP is a neighborhood bar that enjoys having a great time and offers a welcoming 
environment. It is located at 2025 Hickory Grove Rd, Davenport, IA 52804. 

Co-Owner of Blind Pig

The Blind Pig is owned by Megan and Ryan Evans. The Blind Pig is a prohibition-era fashioned bar with lots of tasty drinks and delicious food. Located off Center Point Road in Cedar Rapids. 

Co-Owner of Round Two

Round Two is owned by Tracie and Dave Pettera. Opened in 2020, Round Two in Peosta, IA features 12 bowling lanes, an arcade, bar, dining room, and an outdoor patio. We feature Shot Tower Inn pizza as well as a full menu and lunch buffet. 
Food, Drinks, Fun.

Bar Manager of Chuck's Tap

Chuck’s Tap has been a staple in the Davenport Community. Linda Galloway also known as Sugar has worked at Chuck’s for 25 years. From an amazing breakfast to ice cold beers, Chuck’s is a place you will want to check out. Chuck’s tap is located 1731 W 6th St, Davenport, IA 52802.

Founder of Kings Harvest Pet Rescue

King's Harvest pet rescue is a no-kill, non-profit, charitable 501c3 organization serving the Quad Cities and surrounding communities. Their goal is to serve our community by taking in homeless and surrendered pets and finding them loving, forever homes through our comprehensive adoption process. We strive to address the issue of overpopulation by providing a spay and neuter program for low income families. 

Owner of Hub on Main

Ann has owned Hub on Main since 2008. If you are looking for a fun night out with great options of craft beer, this is the place to go. It is located at 233 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Owner of Manning's Whistle Stop

Sarah Johnson is 3rd generation owner of Manning’s Whistle Stop since 2013. Her grandparents started the business in 1981. Sarah has worked in the family business since she was 18. Mannings Whistle Stop is a clean friendly atmosphere where you can grab a beer and a burger. It is located at 416 N 2nd St, Clinton, IA 52732.

Owner of Circle Tap

Circle Tap has been a staple in the Davenport Community. Circle Tap is a place you will want to check out. Circle Tap is located at 1345 W. Locust Davenport, IA 52804.

Owner of Lucky's of 16th

Lucky's has been around since December 2015. Lucky’s on 16th is a social hot spot in the heart of Czech Village. A casual meeting place serving great food, beer, and cocktails. There American comfort fare is offered up at modest prices, making them your go-to spot when making plans to go out. 

Manager and Owner of O'Malley's

A long-time Cedar Rapids pub, in the heart of the Irish District! Great dive bar with strong drinks at a good price. Very Friendly. O'Malley's is located 1502 H Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402.

Manager and Owner of Whiskey Jo

Billie Jo has been in the bar business since 2014. Whiskey Jo's provides food, beverages, and entertainment to the Cedar Rapids, IA area. They are located on 4617 J St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. 

Co-Owner of Lebowski's

Missy has been in the business for 28 years. Lebowski's is located in Robins, Iowa on 925 Robins Square Dr. Cold Beer & great food! Lunch specials Mon-Fri! Happy hour 3-6 Mon-Fri. 

Owner of Break Room

Mitzi has been the owner of Break Room for 4 years. Break Room has daily drink specials Sunday through Thursday. They have live music nearly every Friday and Karaoke every Saturday. Break Room is currently doing comedy the 3rd Thursday of every month.