FarmHer, Urbandale

After a leaving a decade-long career in agriculture, Marji Guyler-Alaniz was looking to start her own business. The week she quit, a Super Bowl ad sparked a business idea that started Marji down the path to being a photographer, speaker, and television host.

Rodney’s Kitchen, Waterloo

After overcoming homelessness, professional chef Rodney Lewis made it his mission to help those in need. From his new restaurant, he is working toward building a stronger Waterloo community.