Product Evaluation Panel
Jana Clark
Jana Clark is the Director of Retail Services for BryanLGH Enterprises. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska in Family and Consumer Science. For nearly 10 years, she has managed the day-to-day operations, planned promotional events and sales, and has bought for the shops at BryanLGH. In her position, Jana coordinates with customers and departments within the medical center, as well as external customers, to determine product selection. She currently has two Gift & Floral Shops and one Mom & Baby Shop located on the campuses of BryanLGH Medical Center in Lincoln.
Steve Gordon, Jr.
Steve Gordon, Jr. is a nationally-recognized, award-winning designer, creative consultant and speaker, specializing in identity, branding and creative direction.
With work featured in many design industry publications and prominent annuals such as the LogoLounge, LogoLounge 'Masterwerks' series, 'Logolicious' and 'Best of Business Card Design' series, Gordon is also the author of '100 Habits for Successful Freelance Designers' (Rockport Publishers).
A former world-class track & field athlete, "Stevie G" is also an avid 'sneakerhead' deeply involved in the sneaker culture and streetwear community, having had a limited-edition sneaker design featured by Nike and his limited-edition apparel designs worn by a few of the masses.
On weekends, Stevie G. can be found challenging early morning mall walkers to races and has no qualms about taunting them mercilessly when he pulls off the win!
Linda Fettig
Linda Fettig is the Executive Director of the Nebraska Rural Development Commission. She holds a Masters of Organizational Management with an emphasis in economic development and entrepreneurship from Peru State College and a Masters of Leadership from Bellevue University with an undergraduate degree focus on community development. She and her husband have owned several small businesses. Linda is an adjunct professor for Bellevue University, College of Professional Studies and also the author of "The ABCs of Development: It's About Building Capacity"
Beth Jasnoch Turner
Beth Jasnoch Turner joined GROW Nebraska as the Kearney Coordinator in January 2009. Beth holds a B.A. Degree in Art Education/Business at the University of Nebraska/Kearney. Beth has a background in commercial art/advertising, teaching and retail management, and has owned several small businesses.
Beth is a mixed-media painter & metal sculptor who has marketed her artwork at juried art festivals and exhibitions throughout the Midwest for many years. A past member of three art galleries, she currently serves as President of the Autumn Art Workshop, and maintains a studio near her home in Kearney, NE.
Deb McWilliams
Deb McWilliams serves as the administrative manager of the Nebraska State Historical Society Landmark Stores. She also serves as the manager for both the volunteer and membership programs.
Jerry Payton
Jerry has over 30 years experience in executive positions with retail and wholesale companies including fortune 500 retailers. He was Vice President of Merchandising for Michaels Stores, Inc. for six years and EVP of Mergers-Acquisitions and Business Development, one of the largest importers and distributors in the craft industry. He has spent the last 5 years as a consultant and sales professional helping entrepreneurial manufacturers place their products in retail distribution.
Amanda Tangeman
Amanda has 20 years of retail management experience from Eddie Bauer to Old Navy. She is now the Store Manager of the Nebraska Bookstore where she is in charge of the day to day operations as well as the purchasing of all Insignia products. She works closely with the vendors as well as the customers.
