What Our Partners Say

The best part of our work is seeing local businesses grow. From first-time website launches to full automation systems, our partners’ success stories show what’s possible when technology meets community.

Here’s what Hutchinson business owners are saying about working with ForWardAI and HutchConnect.

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★★★★★
I can't brag enough on HutchConnect how informed they keep everyone! Hands down the best information Hutch has!
Galena Speaks
★★★★★
Great community to be a part of!
Valerie Griffin
★★★★★
Love the crew, vibe and the value that they bring for business owners.
Jairus Scott
★★★★★
Partnering with HutchConnect has been an incredible boost for our Electrical business. I appreciate the way they stick to promoting local and helping families with small business succeed!
Daniel Barfield
★★★★★
Great people across the board on here! Such an amazing tool for the community.
Daniel Barfield
★★★★★
Well run and efficient business. Excited to see the results from my listing and connections with other local businesses.
Jerry Burns
★★★★★
They have been GREAT to work with. They really have their ear to the ground for their clients trying to always move forWARD with marketing strategies to help clients grow.
Aaron Bruce
★★★★★
I love the post they did for me on Hutch Connect! Looking forward to reaching more people!
Ashleigh Harris
★★★★★
Absolutely recommend! Work with local forward thinking, growth oriented professionals to take your business to the next level.
Steven Storm
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Haley Halstead-Sparkling Star Cleaning L.L.C
Haley Halstead-Sparkling Star Cleaning L.L.C

It’s not every day you get to see a story come full circle like this.

Haley Halstead, the owner of Sparkling Star Cleaning L.L.C., recently shared that after years of relying on the DCF office to help make ends meet, she was asked to go back—this time, to take on the job of keeping their offices clean. It’s a huge commercial win for her business, and she mentioned that they actually found her right here on Hutch Connect.

Haley and her team handle everything from recurring home cleaning to move-in/move-out projects, and they’ve recently expanded into pressure washing and window cleaning for both homes and businesses around Reno County.

We’re proud to have her as a partner. Seeing a neighbor turn a dream into a reality is what community over competition is all about.

Steve Storm-Train Adapt Perform
Steve Storm-Train Adapt Perform

Collaboration with you has been incredibly easy and very 'user friendly.' The professionalism, the effort, and the quality of work provided show your dedication to local small business success. I could tell from our casual conversation last year at Spark in the Park that you were the right people to work with.

— Steve Storm, Train Adapt Perform


Kat’s Sweet Shoppe
Kat’s Sweet Shoppe

My experience with Hutch Connect has been nothing but positive. Winning the contest initially introduced me to the community, but the genuine connections, support, and opportunities I found afterward are what truly made me want to stay. Rejoining for another year was an easy decision because Hutch Connect has been such a valuable resource for growing my business and building meaningful local partnerships.
I’m grateful to be part of such a supportive network and am excited to continue being involved. Thank you again for thinking of me!

-Kat

Mattress By Appointment Hutchinson
Mattress By Appointment Hutchinson

Its been a great experience so far with Hutch Connect. The networking has been amazing. Its great being part of a community that all has the same objectives and goals which is ultimately bringing more visibility to what's available in our great town. I’m excited for what 2026 has in store with the continued partnership and growth with HutchConnect as well as continuing to help Hutch sleep better!

Kansas Carts and Customs
Kansas Carts and Customs

Our experience with HutchConnect has been great - our number of followers has increased by almost 20%, and we’ve only been partners for a couple of months.
The help we’ve had with digital marketing/using social media effectively has been a big help.
The connections we’ve made with other partners have led to friendships, which is priceless.

We want people to know that we’re not selling new carts. We want the “Pimp My Ride” process/approach to be well-known.
We also want people to know the importance of NOT buying carts that are manufactured overseas because of the risky investment it is…they can’t get parts and certainly can’t any warranty. Though we’re still happy to help people with foreign made carts because of our ability to make fabrications, it’s more expensive for us, and therefore more expensive for the customer to keep their cart running and their investment worthwhile.
If someone wants a cart - custom or otherwise - they should just call us instead of investing their money in a cart they or we know nothing about - especially foreign-made carts.
We also want people to know that we search the internet, too, as well as forums like Marketplace…and our prices can’t be beat…not from a monetary standpoint, but especially from a quality standpoint.

Supernova Design Co
Supernova Design Co

My experience with HutchConnect so far has been wonderful! My engagement has really increased and I've made some really nice connections that I wouldn't have made without partnering with HutchConnect. The initial reaction to my business announcement has been amazing and the community has been incredibly welcoming.
 My main focus at the moment is business branding! My hopes are to reach more businesses with a need for logos, brand updates, or marketing materials - either from a starting idea or just looking for a revamp for their existing visuals. I would love for people to know that I'm always taking new clients, and I'm always reachable for consultations!

-Rybecca Goscha

MY Salon
MY Salon

Our experience with hutch connect has been great! We love how interactive they’ve been & coming up with ideas to get local businesses involved with growing their small business. We feel clients are able to hear about us if they haven’t yet! We moved locations & Something new about us is we are now located at 302 N Main St & just recently moved 2 months ago now.

Kansas Carts & Customs
Kansas Carts & Customs

We love being members! We feel connected to like-minded people, we’ve met many new friends, and have had several promising conversations with other members about work orders! We’re confident that some of them will come to fruition! We also have strong support from Joey and Abbie - they’re patient with us regarding our technological deficits and they’ve helped with marketing ideas/strategies, too!

Lightsey Loops
Lightsey Loops

Lightsey Loops is the one-man live-looping project created by Hutchinson musician Josh Lightsey. With more than 20 years of experience in guitar, songwriting, and production, Josh builds songs live on stage from the ground up. Partnering with HutchConnect helped him tap into new opportunities, connect with local creatives, and reignite his momentum as he rebuilt his brand. His journey is a reminder that growth comes from hard work, community, and showing up for one another.

Balanced Massage
Balanced Massage

My name is Amy Byers I'm the owner of Balanced Massage here in Hutchinson ks. I've been a master massage therapist for almost 5 years. I have experience in all medical massages, like lymphatic massage, maternity, and reflexology. My experience with Hutch connect has been beyond what I expected. They truly care about not only my business but me as well. They go above an beyond to get all my information out an They are extremely amazing to work with. They are a big voice for my business and what I stand for. Their support has helped my business greatly. Thank you to hutch connect and all my clients for keeping me going and truly believing in me.

Sparkling Star Cleaning L.L.C
Sparkling Star Cleaning L.L.C

Hutch Connect has been absolutely amazing! Joey and Abbie always keep an open line of communication and are awesome at reaching out to keep us involved in all of the new information and options they have for our small family owned business! I love being a part of such a new and exciting service for small businesses in our community!

Sparkling Star Cleaning LLC is a cleaning company that does everything from top to bottom, inside and out of your home or business. We do anything from recurring cleanings to one time deep cleans including all pressure washing needs and window cleaning!

-Haley Halstead

WoodNWix
WoodNWix

"My experience with Hutch Connect has by far exceeded what I ever imagined. I've never seen this amount of support that they give to each one of the businesses signed on with the company! It's truly a wonderful feeling to be supported by not only Hutch Connect but also the other members and making Hutch Connect-tions and collaborations!! 💜💜💜

WoodNwix is a gift shop based in Hutchinson, KS that specializes in handcrafted fragranced products. Known for their signature coconut/soy wax candles, they take pride in using phthalate-free fragrance oils and clean, high-quality ingredients in every product they make. From Candles to other home products, each item is thoughtfully made to elevate everyday spaces with warmth, comfort and an amazing aroma!”

-Morgan WoodNWix

The Hickory Stik
The Hickory Stik

"Hard work recognizes hard work" the time, commitment and communication has been great. Consistently thinking of new ways to keep your business in the public eye. The price is well worth the services that are provided and we are proud to be a partner of theirs.

-Aaron Bruce The Hickory Stik

Artsy by Ashley
Artsy by Ashley

Joining HutchConnect has truly been one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made for my business. From the very beginning, Abbie and Joey welcomed me with open arms and walked me through everything with such care, clarity, and enthusiasm. You can feel how much they believe in what they’re building—and more importantly, how much they believe in us, the small business owners they support.

Their mission—to connect local businesses with local customers and help our community grow together—isn’t just a slogan. It’s something they live out every single day. Whether it’s sharing our posts, tagging us in opportunities, showing up in person, or even purchasing our products just to show support, they make you feel seen, valued, and part of something bigger.

Since joining HutchConnect, I’ve seen a dramatic increase in engagement—my reach, following, and order volume have more than doubled. As a small business owner managing everything during evenings and weekends, that kind of growth is both exciting and empowering. I can scale and adjust at my own pace, with confidence knowing I have the support of this amazing community. It’s given me hope, momentum, and the confidence to keep going.

What makes HutchConnect so special isn’t just the results—it’s the community. The encouragement, the collaboration, the genuine connections being made—this is what small business dreams are made of.

Abbie, Joey, and the entire HutchConnect family—thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’m so grateful to be part of this amazing journey, and I can’t wait to see what we accomplish together next.

-Artsy by Ashley

Glowing with Minnie
Glowing with Minnie

“My relationship with hutch connect has been amazing being able to get extra help in promotion on my business! Im so thankful i was able to partner with them! Continuing to build and be successful with Hutch Connect by my side!”

— Glowing with Minnie

Midwest Botanicals
Midwest Botanicals

“Our experience with Hutch Connect:
We’ve really appreciated how attentive and professional Abbie and Joey have been, and we love the way they bring the community together by supporting local businesses!

What we do:
Midwest Botanicals makes small-batch, all-natural body care products like tallow-based soaps, salves, whipped balms, and tooth powder.

What makes us unique:
We use traditional ingredients like locally sourced and in-house rendered tallow, local beeswax, and homegrown herbs, along with pure essential oils—never synthetic fragrances or fillers. Everything is handcrafted in small batches, so our products are truly local, natural, and made with care.”

— Midwest Botanicals

Emma’s Nail Palette
Emma’s Nail Palette

My experience with Hutch Connect has been great. I’ve gotten many great, new clients from Hutch Connect.

—Emma English-Emma’s Nail Palette

Martin Maids
Martin Maids

“Partnering with HutchConnect has been such a great experience for our small cleaning business. Since working with them, our visibility has significantly increased for Martin Maids. Our business page is getting more views and we’ve been able to keep a fully booked schedule. Their team communicates well and has been friendly from the start. We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication they’re putting into this website for our community.

-Martin Maids

Mattress by appointment Hutchinson
Mattress by appointment Hutchinson

I joined HutchConnect because I believe in what they’re doing. Shopping local isn’t just a nice idea — it keeps money in our town, supports neighbors, and makes Hutch a better place to live. I’m proud to be part of that network and grateful for the folks here who’ve supported me from day one.

—Dan “Mattress Man Dan” - Mattress by Appointment Hutchinson

From the Ash
From the Ash

Once I agreed, they sent me all the details and the contract. Just hours after I got all my pictures and socials to her, she had my link up and going!

Abbie and Joey are so laid back, so working with them is a breeze!

I am so excited to see where Hutch Connect goes as it takes off!

-Ashleigh Harris-From the Ash