12 tri-state business leaders named Rising Stars

19 Sep 2019

2019 Rising Stars

The stars were out early Wednesday, as 12 area up-and-comers in the business world were honored as bizTimes.biz Rising Stars.

They were honored at a breakfast ceremony at Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque.

The designation recognizes business leaders younger than 40 who demonstrate leadership and serve as role models in the community.

The 2019 Rising Stars are:

Eric Gantz, Verena Street Coffee, Lime Rock Springs and Vendors Unlimited Corp.

Michael Gantz,Verena Street Coffee, Lime Rock Springs and Vendors Unlimited Corp.

Wes Hartig, MedOne.

Nicolas Hockenberry, Jackson County (Iowa) Economic Alliance and River Ridge Brewing.

Gretchen Hong, UnityPoint Health- Finley Hospital Women’s Health Clinic.

R.J. Montes, Dupaco Community Credit Union.

Sergio Perez, Loras College.

Mark Roling, Cottingham & Butler.

Beth Rowe, Dubuque Bank & Trust.

Andy Schroeder, Prenger Solutions Group.

Erin Sieverding, Kunkel & Associates.

Stephanie Sloan, Vision Health Center.

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