Wagner Chiropractic Opens With Loan Assistance from SWIF
Hendricks, MN business benefits from Microenterprise Loan Program
Wagner Chiropractic, owned by Dr. Josh Wagner, recently received loan assistance from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program for the start up of his chiropractic office, located at 202 South Main Plaza in Hendricks. Wagner Chiropractic will offer traditional chiropractic services along with educating the public on the benefits of chiropractic care and preventable health care.
Wagner visited the community with family earlier this year and was impressed with the area. Hendricks did not currently have a chiropractor, with the closest located in Ivanhoe 13 miles away, so he felt this was an opportunity for him to open his practice. Wagner Chiropractic officially opened for business in November and Wagner has been pleased with the initial response in the community. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and alternate Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wagner can be reached at 507‐275‐6932.
“We’re very happy to assist Josh with the opening of his chiropractic office,” said Microenterprise Program Officer Kurt Thompson. “It will provide a service and promote economic growth in the community.”
Proceeds from the loan, along with funding from the Hendricks EDA, will be used to purchase equipment and provide working capital for the start up of the business. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program offers loans of up to $35,000 for starting or expanding for‐profit small businesses located within the 18 counties of southwest Minnesota. This program also now serves Wright, Carver and southern Stearns counties.
In addition to financing, SWIF provides free technical assistance to all clients who have received a loan through the Microenterprise Program for the life of the loan. SWIF staff and business consultants provide one‐to‐one business planning, accounting, marketing and other training opportunities that will help entrepreneurs succeed in their venture. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program receives funding assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Battery CPR Opens with Loan Assistance from SWIF
Ivanhoe, MN business benefits from Microenterprise Loan Program
Mark Paluch recently received loan assistance from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program for the start up of Battery CPR, a battery recycling business in Ivanhoe. Battery CPR will be an exclusive dealership for Battery Services International (BSI) serving southwest Minnesota, northwest Iowa, and eastern South Dakota.
BSI has developed a technology and process that restores, rejuvenates, maintains and increases performance and capacity of all types of lead acid batteries, including starting, deep cycle or marine, forklift and electric batteries. Most batteries die with about half of their useful life left and are discarded. Paluch’s business will take batteries and remove the sulfate which plugs up the cells, thereby allowing batteries to again accept a charge, at a lower cost to the consumer than replacing with a new battery. This is fairly new technology in the industry, and not currently available in this trade market area. Battery CPR will also offer refurbished batteries for sale, at a cost savings to the consumer.
Paluch can be reached at 507‐828‐8470 for information on battery recycling. Battery CPR’s shop is located at 2825 190th Ave. west of Ivanhoe, just off of State Highway 19.
“In this time of concern for the environment, and ‘green’ business practices, this is a prime example of using new technology to reduce waste,” said SWIF Program Coordinator Berny Berger.
Proceeds from the loan will be used to purchase inventory for the start up of the business. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program offers loans of up to $35,000 for starting or expanding for‐profit small businesses located within the 18 counties of southwest Minnesota. This program also now serves Wright, Carver and southern Stearns counties.
In addition to financing, SWIF provides free technical assistance to all clients who have received a loan through the Microenterprise Program for the life of the loan. SWIF staff and business consultants provide one‐to‐one business planning, accounting, marketing and other training opportunities that will help entrepreneurs succeed in their venture. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program receives funding assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Property Cleaning Services Receives Loan Assistance from SWIF
Willmar, MN business benefits from Microenterprise Loan Program
Property Cleaning Services, owned by Angelica Leiva Vargas and her husband Heriberto Leiva Zavala, recently received loan assistance from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program to help start up their property cleaning business in Willmar. The business provides cleaning services, lawn mowing, snow removal, painting and small handy‐work jobs for property rental units, homes and to real estate companies preparing homes for sale.
Heriberto can be reached at 320‐295‐8863 for information on their services.
“Heriberto and Angela are hoping to fill a need in the community for handy‐man type services,” said SWIF Program Officer Kurt Thompson. “They will benefit from SWIF’s Diverse Business Program, and we are pleased to be of assistance to them.”
Proceeds from the loan will be used to purchase a tractor‐mower with snow blower, and provide working capital for the business. Hispanic Business Consultant Roberto Trevino will be providing technical assistance to the business under the program. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program offers loans of up to $35,000 for starting or expanding for‐profit small businesses located within the 18 counties of southwest Minnesota. This program also now serves Wright, Carver and southern Stearns counties.
In addition to financing, SWIF provides free technical assistance to all clients who have received a loan through the Microenterprise Program for the life of the loan. SWIF staff and business consultants provide one‐to‐one business planning, accounting, marketing and other training opportunities that will help entrepreneurs succeed in their venture. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program receives funding assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Rural Rock, Inc., Receives Loan Assistance from SWIF
Worthington, MN business benefits from Microenterprise Loan Program
Rural Rock, Inc., owned by Jessica Behnke, recently received loan assistance from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program for her hardscaping and trucking business in Worthington. Rural Rock will provide various rock types for hardscaping and softscaping to commercial landscapers and residential do‐it‐yourselfers. They also provide backhoe services and in‐ground watering system installation and maintenance. Typical small‐scale hardscaping examples include brick patios, rock gardens, and in‐ground watering systems. In addition, Rural Rock will provide trucking services for area farmers and business services, with its semi‐trailer, including OTR trucking.
Rural Rock will be run by Jessica Behnke, and manager David Janssen. They can be reached at 507‐ 350‐8182 for a free estimate or information on their services, or visit their website at www.ruralrock4u.com for more information.
“The Foundation is pleased to assist this new business in the Worthington area, which will serve a niche market with their hardscaping services,” said SWIF Program Officer Kurt Thompson.
Proceeds from the loan will be used to purchase equipment for the business. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program offers loans of up to $35,000 for starting or expanding for‐profit small businesses located within the 18 counties of southwest Minnesota. This program also now serves Wright, Carver and southern Stearns counties.
In addition to financing, SWIF provides free technical assistance to all clients who have received a loan through the Microenterprise Program for the life of the loan. SWIF staff and business consultants provide one‐to‐one business planning, accounting, marketing and other training opportunities that will help entrepreneurs succeed in their venture. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program receives funding assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Tania’s Wellness Corner Receives Loan Assistance from SWIF
Business expands to new location in Hutchinson, MN
Tania Krueger recently received loan assistance from the Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) Microenterprise Loan Program for the expansion and move of her naturopathic wellness business into downtown Hutchinson. Krueger is a traditional Naturopath, working in the field of natural health since starting her business in Silver Lake in 2002. She grew up with Natural Health and spent six years working in her mother’s business, Worthy of Wellness, in Mankato. Krueger completed Natural Health Consultant (NHC) and Certified Natural Health Practitioners (CNHP) programs and received a degree (ND) from Trinity College of Natural Health in Indiana.
Tania’s Wellness Corner has a unique, niche market business filling the needs of people looking for a more natural and healthier lifestyle, helping clients with natural weight loss, pain management and general health and well‐being. Krueger will offer a variety of naturopathic services and will carry several lines of natural supplements. Tania will be moving into the new Crow River Wellness Center, located at 35 Main Street North in downtown Hutchinson. Crow River Wellness will have a variety of practitioners, anchored by Dr. Celeste Wherry, D.C. The center will include Dr. Wherry’s office, a naturopath, massage therapist, acupuncture therapist, lactacian, reiki practitioner and Tania’s Wellness Center.
Krueger can be reached at 320‐582‐0481 or find information on her website at www.taniaswellnesscorner.com.
“Tania has done an excellent job planning for her business expansion, which will better serve the majority of her customers in the Hutchinson area,” said SWIF Microenterprise Program Coordinator Berny Berger.
Proceeds from the loan will be used to purchase equipment and inventory. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program offers loans of up to $35,000 for starting or expanding for‐profit small businesses located within the 18 counties of southwest Minnesota. This program also now serves Wright, Carver and southern Stearns counties.
In addition to financing, SWIF provides free technical assistance to all clients who have received a loan through the Microenterprise Program for the life of the loan. SWIF staff and business consultants provide one‐to‐one business planning, accounting, marketing and other training opportunities that will help entrepreneurs succeed in their venture. SWIF’s Microenterprise Loan Program receives funding assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
