ADVANCE IOWA

BCS ExteriorADVANCE IOWA successfully serves businesses within Iowa and on a national level under the Business and Community Services (BCS) umbrella at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). Our journey began over a decade ago, rooted in the belief that shared knowledge and resources empower impactful decision-making. We recognized that clear objectives and the right tools are essential for providing direction and momentum toward success. These foundational principles continue to shape our business solutions and outreach programs, fostering growth and facilitating seamless transitions. 

Our dedicated team is committed to inspiring, educating, and guiding clients as they pursue their goals, ensuring the sustainability of their businesses and communal growth for future generations.

We ENGAGE with people!

Understanding your journey and destination through conversations, interaction & collaboration.

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Our Solutions

Innovate & Differentiate

Business GROWTH


GROWTH Solutions


In collaboration with the UNI Center for Business Growth & Innovation, we assist businesses in identifying challenges and utilize strategic opportunities for technology integration, diversification, and sustainable practices that drive long-term business value.

Safeguard & Empower

Business TRANSITION


TRANSITION Solution


To navigate transitional challenges that businesses often face, ADVANCE IOWA, together with the Iowa Center for Employee Ownership, provide the support, resources and assistance necessary to safeguard the continuation of a business.

Discover TOGETHER!

Discover more about our solutions programs and how we can support your success. 

Explore the ways we can benefit you and your organization. 

Vulcan Park & Museum
Additive Manufacturing for Metal Casting

LTM: Seminar 02

High–impact education & networking for foundries and their supply chain partners.

Event Details:

 February 18, 2025

8:15 am (Check–in)
All–day learning event, free of charge.

Vulcan Park & Museum
Address: 1701 Valley View Drive
in the ELECTRA Room
Birmingham, AL 35209

IA-CEO: 3rd annual Employee Ownership Conference in Ankeny, Iowa
2025 IA-CEO Employee Ownership Conference

Save the Date!

  Thursday, Oct 23, 2025
  8:00am — 4:30pm

  FFA Enrichment Center
DMACC Campus
1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy
Ankeny, IA 50023

Let's talk.


8120 Jennings Drive | Cedar Falls, IA 50614

319-273-4692 | info@advanceiowa.com

Todd.Hutcheson@uni.edu
Janell.Crow@uni.edu   

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