Junior Achievement Teaches Financial Literacy
Podcast posted on: August 7, 2020
Stearns Bank is active in the Junior Achievement program, encouraging employees to volunteer in classrooms across Minnesota, Florida and Arizona.
Listen to the podcastChoosing a Franchise with the Right Fit
Podcast posted on: July 22, 2020
Douglas LaPointe was exploring his next business venture during a pandemic. He found Sharkey's Cuts For Kids was the perfect franchise opportunity for him.
Listen to the podcastDeveloper of Low-Income Housing Is Hands-On During COVID-19
Podcast posted on: July 1, 2020
Josh Latter of Huntley Witmer Development discusses his planning process and the future of low-income housing projects in the wake of COVID-19.
Listen to the podcastFranchise Owner Shares Perspective of Corporate Parent and Franchisee
Podcast posted on: June 24, 2020
Scott Putman is a corporate controller - and franchisee - for Wetzel's Pretzels. After working on an SBA loan with Stearns Bank, he received help on a PPP loan.
Listen to the podcastRestaurant Business Opens to New Guidelines, Eager Customers
Podcast posted on: June 18, 2020
The Letnes Restaurant Group rolled with the punches from COVID-19 restrictions. But the business emerged from that stressful time ready to open this summer.
Listen to the podcastClinic Reopens With Safety Measures, Strong Demand
Podcast posted on: May 20, 2020
Alliance Health & Dermatology closed for more than a month due to COVID-19. The clinic is reopening with safety measures in place for patients and clinicians.
Listen to the podcastConstruction Firm Sees Hopeful Future
Podcast posted on: May 11, 2020
Owners of a construction business discuss challenges of operating during the COVID-19 lockdown. As restrictions ease they are optimistic about the future.
Listen to the podcastBanking Relationship Steadies Chiropractic Clinic
Podcast posted on: May 1, 2020
Dr. Jeff Varner of Crossroads Chiropractic discusses the COVID-19 lockdown and working with Stearns Bank for the past 33 years as a small business owner.
Listen to the podcastMetals Business Adapts to Safety Measures, Cost Management
Podcast posted on: April 24, 2020
Jerry Goodwald of GEM-Ash Processing talks about adapting during the COVID lockdown and encourages small businesses to persevere during uncertain times.
Listen to the podcastNew York Optometrist Adapts to COVID-19 Restrictions
Podcast posted on: April 10, 2020
Dr. Angela Dussan closed her optometry practice due to the Covid-19 outbreak. She worked with Stearns Bank earlier on equipment financing and an SBA loan.
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