Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Groom Curriculum
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Press release dated July 14, 2025 in which Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, names Groom Curriculum of Palo Alto County her Small Business of the Week. The release is datelined Red Oak, Iowa and repeats her plan to recognize a business in each of Iowa's 99 counties during the 119th Congress. It says founder Sierra Elbert established the company in 2022 and that it offers a 10-week pet grooming program, working with 21 community college programs, workforce training organizations and apprenticeship programs.
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“Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Groom Curriculum.”
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Title: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Groom Curriculum Date: 2025-07-14 Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Groom Curriculum July 14, 2025 Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Groom Curriculum of Palo Alto County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. “Since 2022, founder of Groom Curriculum Sierra Elbert has led the pack in pet grooming education,” said Chair Ernst. “Through a 10-week long curriculum, students can earn a professional grooming credential that will help them make a pawsitive impact on the pet industry in Emmetsburg and beyond.” In 2022, Sierra Elbert established Groom Curriculum with the vision of teaching others the intricacies of pet grooming. The nationally accredited small business offers a 10-week program that prepares students to be high-skilled applicants in the industry. By working with 21 community college programs, workforce training organizations, and registered apprenticeship programs, Groom Curriculum promotes safe and professional grooming practices that meet the education standards established by The American Kennel Club. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst recognizes more Iowa small businesses across the state with her Small Business of the Week award. ### Permalink: https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2025/7/ernst-names-small-business-of-the-week-groom-curriculum
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