It’s hard to believe, but Christmas has come and gone and now the New Year is next. I’ve posted it before, but I want to take this opportunity to
Southwest Initiative Foundation
SWIF Loan Clients Talk about Impact
At our November Board of Directors meeting, a number of Southwest Initiative Foundation staff who support business development and entrepreneurship
Smart Play Spot Introduces Reading—and Region—to Kids
From the farmer’s market to the red barn, the fishing boat to the wind turbine—I can’t decide on a favorite scene in the Willmar Public Library’s new
Give to the Max Day – Nov. 15, 2012
It’s time to Give to the Max to support your favorite Minnesota charities! GiveMN.org is an innovative online resource that is changing the way
Top Three Reasons to Attend the SWIF Banquet
Two weeks from today, we’ll be eagerly waiting for guests from our southwest Minnesota regional community to join us for an awesome celebration! I
Making Connections: SWIF Video Interviews
Over the past few weeks, SWIF staff—including myself—have been traveling extensively throughout the region and beyond. We’ve been connecting with
Welcomed by Windom
For many years growing up, the highlight of my summer was a vacation to my grandparent’s farm in Cottonwood County. Many great memories came to mind
New Look, Same Commitment for Southwest Minnesota Region
After nearly a year of research, planning and preparation, a very exciting change is being unveiled here at SWIF, and we’re finding ourselves
What Makes a Good Board Chair?
I recently caught up with a friend and partner, Steve Gasser, owner of Vivid Image in Hutchinson, over coffee. I so enjoy connecting with business
Be Inspired
If you’ve received an email from me recently, you may have noticed that I sign my messages with the phrase, “Be Inspired.” As our schools,
