“Great” Community Welcome for Blythe Robbins, D.D.S.

Connersville, IN — Dr. Blythe Robbins, D.D.S., says the Connersville community has given her a “GREAT” welcome since opening the doors of her brand-new dental office on April 1, 2025.

A Connersville native, Dr. Robbins returned to her hometown in 2017 after earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. She began practicing locally as an associate dentist before purchasing an existing dental practice in 2019. That same year, she launched her own practice—Blythe Robbins DDS—operating from a century-old, rented building.

In early 2024, construction began on a modern, spacious facility to upgrade the previous office. Financing was provided by Stock Yards Bank, represented by Aaron Irwin, and the Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corporation through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loan program.

“I used my SBA 504 loan to aid in funding the construction of my new dental office and to purchase the equipment inside,” said Dr. Robbins. “I love everything about our new building. I wanted to ensure top-tier flow and accessibility for both patients and staff. The new chairs and equipment have been a dream—not just for us, but for our patients as well. And best of all, we have room to grow in the future.”

Now located in a custom-designed, fully updated space, Dr. Robbins and her eight-person team are gearing for growth.

“I currently have three expanded-functions dental assistants, one dental assistant sterilization technician, one dental hygienist, one office manager, and one scheduling coordinator. I also have a dentist who visits monthly to perform extractions,” she said.

Dr. Robbins couldn’t be happier with the result.

Indiana Statewide CDC Board of Directors Meet at Standard Change Makers

The ISCDC Board of Directors for Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corporation (ISCDC) held their quarterly board meeting in June 2025 at the headquarters of Standard Change Makers, a top-rated manufacturer specializing in high-quality change machines since 1955. Following the board meeting, members and staff participated in a tour of their facility.

Rob Unterborn and his wife Kathleen purchased the company when owner, James McNutt decided to retire. Rob and Kathleen are the driving force behind what Standard Change Makers has become today with a sharp focus on efficiency, growth and operational excellence. Rob’s MBA in finance and Kathleen’s General Business degree, along with Rob’s years in the industry and Kathleen’s years in human resources, offer the deep dive into team leadership for their 63 employees.

Thanks to an SBA 504 loan in partnership with Indiana Statewide CDC and Huntington National Bank of Indiana, Standard Change Makers was able to purchase the land and existing building that Standard was utilizing for the previous 70 years and was able to streamline systems and improve operations.

Standard has been a benefactor of and has paid off several loans under the Cambridge Capital Management Corp umbrella.

SBA 504 Financing For Latest Generation of Jasper Business Fixture

It's a new name, KlubHaus 61, and a new German-influenced appearance for the former Jasper Country Club clubhouse. The building's new owner, Alpine Enterprises LLC, is a fixture in Jasper's business and cultural scene.

Alpine Enterprises also owns the popular Schnitzelbank German restaurant and Schnitzelbank Catering. Alpine was a logical choice to buy the country club building when it went up for sale. As for the new name, Gail Hettinger of Alpine Enterprises says, "KlubHaus is in keeping with our local German influence. The 61' part recognizes the year, 1961, when Larry and Betty Hanselman opened the Schnitzelbank."

German American Bank and the Indiana Statewide CDC helped Alpine Enterprises buy and equip the building with financing from the U.S. Small Business Administration 504 loan program.

KlubHaus 61 is an important project for the Jasper community, says Michael Kern of German American Bank. "The former Jasper Country Club building has hosted many memorable gatherings for both families and businesses in Jasper for many years, and the closing of the golf course and clubhouse were deeply felt in our community. The desire of Gail Hettinger and Alan Hanselman (they are brother and sister) to bring the building back with a whole new German look and feel is being widely applauded," Kern says.

The SBA 504 loan helps Alpine plan its finances. Hettinger says, "We appreciate what the 504 loan is doing for us; it gives us a locked-in interest rate and requires a down payment that is much lower than regular commercial loans."

Several area businesses have benefitted from the SBA 504 program through Kern, German American Bank and the Indiana Statewide CDC. Kern says, "The Indiana Statewide CDC has always been a pleasure to work with on projects such as this. The long term fixed rate is a great benefit to Alpine Enterprises LLC as it expands Schnitzelbank Catering service within this facility."