Entrepreneur District Alumni 2023
2023 Residents
These 9 incredible business owners make up our inaugural Entrepreneur District cohort and are the brave individuals who dove headfirst into this new and exciting resource.
Andy Obermoller
Ashley Hauer
Darcy Bakkegard
Erick Roder
Glen Stevens
Jared Grondahl
Melissa Obenauer
Stacie Johnson
Stephanie Drietz
2023 Overview
A lot happened for these entrepreneurs throughout 2023. Here’s an overview of their time at the Entprereneur District…by the numbers.
Residents
Group Meetings
New employees hired
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Total revenue increase
Business pivots
New business offerings created
“It has been so nice to have a separate space where I can gain ideas, collaborate with other entrepreneurs, and work in a more professional setting.“
– Stacie Johnson, Being Social with Stacie J
New Skills / Areas of Growth
This group of entrepreneurs experienced significant personal and professional development during their time at the District. Here are some areas they grew in.
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Financing Tools
Goal Setting
Hard Conversations
Networking
Public Speaking
Sales Skills
Social Media / Marketing
Streamlining
“Our group meetings were great for getting ideas and suggestions. Our discussions forced me out of my comfort zone and helped a lot with my public speaking skills.”
– Jared Grondahl, Intrepitek
Industries Served
The 2023 Residents came from a wide variety of industries…allowing them to each bring a unique perspective to the group.
Accounting / Financial Services
Business Coaching
Custom Gifts
Cybersecurity
Education
Graphic Design
IT
Social Media / Marketing
Travel
“My mentor’s perspective was incredibly valuable. They helped point out some mistakes they’ve made and how I can avoid making them in my business.”
– Erick Roder, Rodemerica
Accomplishments
On top of it all, these Residents had some huge wins in 2023. Here’s a glimpse of what they accomplished in just ONE year!
Quadrupled expected profit
Found new office location
Signed a large contract
Gave a keynote speech
Got first clients
Built a functional website
Expanded target market
Had a profitable year
Added a new service
Established key partnerships
Created way to scale business
Earned largest revenue
“I’ve had my best year in business yet! The chance to goal set, seek advice, learn, and have a place to work uninterrupted helped me so much.”
– Stephanie Drietz, Dreitz Designs
Overall Confidence
After a year at the District, we asked the 2023 Residents to rate their level of support and confidence in various areas of business ownership. Here are some of the key areas they grew.
A big thanks to these amazing Residents for their dedication, hard work, and willingness to share their thoughts, skills, and passions with one another. We wish them all the best of luck!
