Chappell couple recognized with entrepreneur award

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Rhea Landholm, brand marketing and communications manager, rheal@cfra.org, 402.687.2100 ext 1025

LYONS, NEBRASKA – The Center for Rural Affairs has chosen David and Nancy Jones, of Chappell, Nebraska, to receive the 2018 Entrepreneur Award. Center staff will recognize them at an award ceremony on March 8 in York, Nebraska.

The Entrepreneur Award is presented annually to an individual or individuals who best exemplify the entrepreneurial spirit that defines and is crucial to the future prosperity of Nebraska’s rural communities.

In 2015, Nancy and David became owners of Moon-Glo Tile and Cleaning Service, an established business. They sought out one-on-one technical assistance and financing through the Center for Rural Affairs.

“Nancy and David have been very good clients, and have managed their loan and business in an outstanding fashion,” said Anthony Gurrola, loan specialist with the Center for Rural Affairs. “They have expanded their business footprint and continue to look for opportunities to refine and grow their business opportunities.”

The business owners have incorporated new cleaning techniques, equipment, and products and services into their business. They have also increased marketing efforts.

In addition to technical assistance and financing, the couple has taken part in the Center for Rural Affairs’ training opportunities. David has attended a QuickBooks training course and Nancy went to the annual Women’s Entrepreneur Conference.

 

Established in 1973, the Center for Rural Affairs is a private, non-profit organization working to strengthen small businesses, family farms and ranches, and rural communities through action oriented programs addressing social, economic, and environmental issues.

Center for Rural Affairs receives funding from the Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Nebraska Business and Innovation Act through the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, U.S. Department of Treasury, Peter Kiewit Foundation, and other sources. Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All Small Business Administration funded programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or persons with limited English proficiency will be made if requested in advance. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.