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    Advance Iowa is the State of Iowa’s comprehensive consulting program designed to work with mid-sized companies to enhance their growth. It is often lonely at the top for business owners, we are here to be a third-party sounding board and trusted advisor. Advance Iowa assists firms in overcoming their obstacles and helps to identify new opportunities.

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  • News: Advance Iowa Aids Succession Planning

    GREENE - Dennis Hobson has owned and served as president for American Tool & Engineering Inc. in Greene for 25 years. A few years ago, he decided he'd like to someday retire.

    Hobson attended a business seminar with his daughter, Sonja - who is transitioning to own the business with her brother, Matt - that started them on the path to pass the plastic molding company onto his kids. 

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News

Financial Health – The First Step
Wednesday, April 17, 2019

By Dan Beenken, Program Director

 

Last month I introduced a new series you might call “Selling a Job vs. Marketing a Business.” The main point is that no one wants to buy a job, an... Read More

3 Things That Can Build Future Business Value
Monday, April 08, 2019

Summary: To build business value, many owners start by installing three important Value Drivers.

Building business value is a core reason you wake up and run your business every day. As yo... Read More

Why Make Your Business More Valuable Without You?
Monday, April 08, 2019

Summary: This article explains why business owners should make themselves inessential to the business’ success if they ever want to exit on their terms.

Businesses that rely on their owner... Read More