Cutting Red Tape: Inside Iowa’s Barbering & Cosmetology Reform with Jerry Akers & Sam Reges

Join Host Jeff Crank in an eye-opening conversation with Jerry Akers & Sam Reges as they delve into the transformative bill they helped pass in Iowa. This episode of ”American Potential” explores the groundbreaking legislation that slashes the required training hours for aspiring barbers and cosmetologists, making a career in the beauty industry more accessible. Hear firsthand the challenges, triumphs, and tangible impact this law will have on the people of Iowa. If you’re interested in policy reform, innovation, and the intersection of law and entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how a single bill can shape the future of an entire industry! Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com

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American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their community to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, “enough is enough” and are stepping up in a big way. We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it. Our hope is that when you hear about other people’s stories of success – and struggle – you will realize that you are capable of doing extraordinary things within your own community and know that you are not alone. Jeff Crank hosts the American Potential podcast. Jeff serves as a regional vice president at Americans for Prosperity, a political advocacy and accountability organization that helps pass policies to expand freedom and opportunity. He previously hosted The Jeff Crank Show from 2008-2022, and is the president of his own real estate investment company. American Potential is now a national award-winning podcast. Having won the Gold Award at the 18th annual 3w Awards in the News and Politics Podcast category. The 3w Awards is judged by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts.