We toured the newest facility in this category.
What was it?
History Center
100
Owatonna has a program to assist in the "start-up" of new businesses.
It is called__________.
OBI Owatonna Business Incubator
100
Who is our fearless Program Coordinator?
Extra points for the last name!!!
Roberta Czaplewski
100
Who is the Owatonna Chief of Police?
Keith Hiller
100
We visited the Kaspers' Kashome Farm.
What does this operation do?
It is a Dairy Operation.
200
Who is the leader of Owatonna Arts Center?
Silvan Durben
200
One of OBI's success stories is __________
Foamcraft
There are many others as well
200
To provide emerging and experienced leaders the opportunities to enhance their personal, professional and community leadership skills and effectiveness.
What is this?
The Leadership Owatonna Mission Statement.
200
Scott Chabot had a shocking experience during this day.
He was ___________
Tazed
200
Name 2 of the 5 categories MN ranks first in agricultural production.
Turkeys,
sugar beets,
sweet corn,
green peas,
oats,
300
Who is the "head" of Owatonna Parks & Recreation?
Jeff Mckay
300
What company presented their Leadership Development Model?
Federated Insurance
300
We read 2 books. Name one.
Now, Discover Your Strengths
The Leadership Challenge
300
During our afternoon session we witnessed a mock bail hearing; who presided?
Judge Joseph Bueltel
300
What Owatonna company spoke to us about technology improvements in farming.
AgPower
400
List 3 Owatonna Leaders from the past who have impacted today's "Quality of Life in Owatonna"
There are many
Donnel-founder
Darby-founded Peoples press
Buxton-founded Federated Insurance
Bennet-founded Farmers National Bank
Lang-Founded Owatonna Canning
Martin-Hiawatha Glass which became Viracon
MANY OTHERS
400
Brad Meir is the leader of Owatonna's Chamber of Commerce. Name 2 areas of involvement he has besides the Chamber.
Main Street Revitalization
Partners for Progress
Deed-small cities downtown grant Program
many others
400
At the beginning of the program we took an individual assessment survey. What was this called?
Strengths Finder
400
What is the name of the publication we receive via email each Friday?
Just The Facts
400
Due to No-till farming, precision technology, biotechnology, and other improvements one farmer today feeds _____ people.
guess within 10.
128
500
We met a gentleman who had grown up at the MN State Orphanage. He has been integral in documenting the history of the orphanage.
What was his name?
Harvey Ronglien
500
Brad Meir gave a power point presentations Title "Partners for Progress".
He listed several goals this initiative has; name 2.
1) Enhance Climate for Investment
2) Capitalize on Location as a Transportation & Telecom
Hub
3) Have a Competitive Workforce
4) Strengthen Owatonna's Role as a Regional Center
5) Attract Quality Employers in Key Economic Sectors
6) Strengthen Organizational Capacity
500
As a member of Owatonna Leadership we were asked to reference an online source for information.
What was this website called?
Shutterfly
500
The SWAT Team known as SCDIU Tactical Team which serves Steele County is a joint effort with other localities. Name one.
Faribault, Freeborn, Waseca Counties
500
Company whose mission statement is:
"to be the recognized global leader in natural and organic food products that drive sustainable well-being."
Hint: Brought in the edible samples