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Tuesday, August 06, 2024
IA-CEO Employee Ownership Conference
FFA Enrichment Center | DMACC | Ankeny Campus
October 16, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join the Iowa Center for Employee Ownership (IA-CEO) for our 2nd Annual Employee Ownership Conference! This event is designed for individuals and organizations interested in exploring the power and potential of employee ownership. Whether you are a seasoned expert or just beginning your journey, this conference offers invaluable insights, connections, and inspiration.
Limited seating – Reserve your spot today!
Professional registration fee is $199*
Student fee... Read More
Tuesday, August 06, 2024
We are pleased to announce our structured Lean/Six Sigma Green & Yellow Belt Certification Programs are back due to popular demand and will begin Monday, September 16, 2024. ADVANCE IOWA and the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) teamed up again with PFC Consulting Inc. to reoffer the successful certification programs. To register, click here for one of our structured certification programs tailored for professionals seeking to enhance problem-solving skills and contribute to process improvement within their organizations. Each belt program includes six sessions and covers key takeaways such as DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control), foundational Six Sigma tec... Read More
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
HOW TO ENGAGE WITH UNI TO COMPLETE YOUR GUIDED
FOUNDRY 4.0 READINESS ASSESSMENT Key Workshop Takeaways» Why FOUNDRY 4.0? An introduction
» Connect F4.0 to Key Performance Indicators
» Review of F4.0 Readiness-Assessment Process
» Understand Assessment Expected Outputs & their connection to business value
» Explore FOUNDRY 4.0 Applications
» Identify High-Value Activities and return on investment (ROI)
Kick-Start YOUR Future
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Tuesday, May 21, 2024
ESOP Basics | Timely Topics Webinar
Join us on Tuesday, June 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
In order to stay viable, sometimes families decide to switch to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This employee benefit plan enables employees to own part or all of the company they work for. Learn more about ESOPs from experts throughout the state.
At the conclusion of this webinar, attendees will have the chance to answer questions in real-time.
For more information, view the event.
Click here to register!
Speakers
Nick Viner, Prairie Capital Advisors
Nick Viner rejoined Prairie Capital Advisors in 2020. He advises middle-market companies on employee stock ownership... Read More
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Insights from Todd Hutcheson's AFS Metalcasting Congress on April 23, 2024...
Presentation Title: Why INDUSTRY 4.0? Connecting Inputs to Assessments to KPIs to Business Value
Todd E. Hutcheson, Executive in Residence at the UNI Center for Business Growth & Innovation, provided valuable insights into the practical implications of Industry 4.0 and Foundry 4.0 for businesses. Listeners gained a deeper understanding of the importance of assessments, the definition of value for their businesses and customers, and effective strategies for leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies.
Key points explored include:
- What does “Industry 4.0” or “Foundry 4.0” mean to you?
- What constitutes “value... Read More
Friday, January 12, 2024
Are you experiencing workforce, profitability, or cash flow challenges in your foundry operations? Welcome to our second exclusive workshop tailored for Foundry and Supply Chain Leaders, hosted by Lodge Mfg. This game-changing event is a must-attend for those seeking to propel their operations forward. Engage with seasoned experts, explore lucrative growth opportunities, and gain firsthand insights through exclusive foundry tours. Discover solutions: Dive deep... Read More
Wednesday, January 03, 2024
Accelerate Your Success with Our Exclusive Foundry 4.0 Workshop Series!
Join one of our impactful workshops tailored to address crucial challenges in your foundry operations. The two-day exclusive events, designed for industry leaders, aim to redefine success in the foundry landscape.
Why Attend?
Gain insights from industry experts.
Explore growth opportunities.
Tour cutting-edge foundries.
Collaborate with like-minded leaders.
Access practical tools for success.
Workshop Highlights
Three key elements encompass practical solutions, networking with industry experts, and in-person foundry tours. Four structured sessions titled "Four Steps Towards Succes... Read More
Thursday, December 07, 2023
Are you experiencing workforce, profitability, or cash flow challenges in your foundry operations?
Attend our workshop tailored for Foundry and Supply Chain Leaders – it's an opportunity worth considering! Engage in discussions with industry experts, explore growth possibilities, and take tours of advanced foundries. Gain valuable advice and essential tools to kick-start your journey to success. The two workshop events seamlessly blend in-person and online attendance options.
The comprehensive program includes four workshop sessions, starting with the first step, outlined as follows:
#1 Exploration of Foundry 4.0, Evaluation Procedure, and Business Impact
D... Read More
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Join Us for a Live Demonstration!... Read More
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Introducing Advance Peer Group Roundtables: Unleash Your Business's Potential
Unlock unparalleled growth and performance for your business by joining Advance Peer Group Roundtables. In an ever-evolving business landscape, the power of collaborative learning and shared experiences cannot be underestimated. Backed by compelling statistics, the benefits of belonging to a peer group are crystal clear. As Dun & Bradstreet reports, "Peer Group members grew their annual revenue on average by 4.6% in 2020, while non-member businesses saw revenue decrease by 4.7%." This undeniable contrast underscores the transformative influence that peer groups can have on yo... Read More