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Dubuque, IA – Junior Achievement of the Heartland is proud to recognize the accomplishments of three local entrepreneurs for their tremendous influence on the business landscape of the Tri-State Area. The 2022 Class of Laureates will be recognized during the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame on Thursday, June 16, 2022. The honorees are James Giese – Jim Giese Commercial Roofing, David W. Spahn – Dubuque Stamping & Mfg., and Jeff Theis – ProPulse.
They join a prestigious group of 71 Laureates previously inducted into the Hall of Fame based on their exceptional business leadership, individual career success, and community service. “The 2022 Class of Laureates come from diverse backgrounds and careers, but each have made major contributions to the economic development of our community”, said Nelson Klavitter, Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame Committee Chair and Junior Achievement of the Heartland Board Member. “Their inspiring stories exemplify passion, perseverance, and leadership. They serve as positive role models to our next generation of aspiring entrepreneurs.”
Junior Achievement of the Heartland provides entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy programs to K-12 grade students throughout the Tri-State Area each year. The programs are offered to schools at no cost through in-person and virtual format. Proceeds from the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame will help fund JA programs in local schools.
The celebration is presented by U.S. Bank, N.A. at Diamond Jo Casino on June 16. Doors open at 6 pm for a cocktail reception. Dinner and the induction ceremony begin at 7 pm. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information visit https://jaheartland.org/events/business-hall-of-fame/. Or, contact Scott Ellerbach at 563-580-1793 or scott.ellerbach@ja.org.
About Junior Achievement of the Heartland
Junior Achievement of the Heartland provides entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy programs to more than 4,000 K-12 grade students throughout the Tri-State Area each year. The programs are offered to schools at no cost and led by business-experienced community volunteers. Proceeds from the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame will help fund JA programs in local schools.
