Siouxland Chamber of Commerce Blog

A Mud/Obstacle Course that will have you saying, “Our Mud Sux Better”

July 12, 2013 – July 14, 2013 near Explorers Ballpark, just off Highway 20 & I-29

5K run with “16″ Adrenaline Filled Obstacles

To register or find out more visit: www.mudsuxrun.com or e-mail info@mudsuxrun.com

Years ago I walked past a little music shop on my way to campus each day. There was very little business inside but it was a warm haven on cold days. So I would stop and chat with the two owners.

Each day they would share their vision of being a premier shop of vintage acoustic musical instruments. Their passion was contagious but sales were meager. They often shared their concerns as small business owners and asked for advice. All I, a college student, could suggest was to cater to local garage bands by stocking electric guitars and drums.

I graduated and moved on forgetting about my friends at Elderly Instruments for many years. Most of us know this business as the world’s premier retailer of musical instruments. What changed?

Owner Stan Werbin was responsive to the sales potential of the Web early on. He learned HTML and created his own website. You can find his online store today at http://www.elderly.com. BTW, he stocks electric guitars too.;)

As Bob Dylan wrote, “The Times Are A-Changin”.

Today’s business paradigm is rapidly shifting to mobile marketing.

There are more mobile devices in the United States today than computers and people are shopping with them! PayPal knows this and is responding with Mobile Marketing webinars for their business accounts.

PayPal also knows today’s websites need to be more responsive than ever. Sites and apps need to be designed specially for the unique characteristics of smartphones and tablets.

Fortunately help is available. The trick is finding someone who can optimize websites and apps for mobile users.

The Mobile Learning Studio specializes in creating optimized websites and apps for mobile devices. And while you can access these on any computer they come to life on a smartphone or tablet. We can help you get your message out to customers on the go and increase sales. Being listed in one of our business directories of mobile apps will help promote your business too!

Mark Winegar
Mobile Learning Studio
(605) 670-9738
mark.winegar@mac.com

Friday, May 10, 2013 – Chick-fil-A®  Leadercast®  is a one-day leader development event broadcast LIVE from Atlanta, Ga. to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Sioux City.  Speakers for this year’s event include: Jack Welch, Former Chairman and CEO of General Electric, Andy Stanley, Best-selling leadership author, Mike Krzyzewski, Head men’s basketball coach, Duke University, Condolezza Rice, Former Secretary of State and many more.

For more information or to register, call (712) 239-1000 or visit http://www.chick-fil-aleadercast.com/location/siouxland

The Village Cooperative of Sioux City has announced that their general contractor will be L & L Builders Co. of Sioux City.  “They have an extensive history in the construction industry and I am extremely confident that they will do an excellent job as the general contractor. We are excited to have a local contractor on board!” said Andrew Schaefer, Project Manager from Real Estate Equities Development, LLC.

The Village Cooperative of Sioux City will consist of 44 new homes.  Owner’s will have the choice of expertly designed one and two bedroom, single level homes that range from 874 to 1,416 sq. ft. of living space.  Each home is completely maintenance-free and each includes a laundry room, storage area and a private balcony or patio.

Proposed community features include: Multiple community party rooms, fitness center, guest suite, elevator, woodworking shop, raised garden beds, free wireless internet, safe & secure entrances with security cameras, heated underground parking garage, and car wash.

“Our company started developing cooperative communities in 2003 because we saw the desire for this type of dynamic lifestyle.  These communities give adults 55 and over, around the Midwest, the option of a hassle-free lifestyle in their home with the amenities they desire.” said Keith Jans, President of Real Estate Equities Development, LLC.

As a cooperative, the members control every aspect of ownership. The cooperative will also employ an on-site resident services coordinator as well as offer courtesy services.

Kevin Tozier is the Sales Coordinator for the Village Cooperative of Sioux City and has a sales office located at 1551 Indian Hills Drive, Suite 104, Sioux City.   Kevin’s phone number is 712-258-3387

For more company information, visit www.villagecooperative.com and www.reedevelopment.com