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Thursday, August 17, 2023
  Don't miss this opportunity to witness the power of our upgraded program. Enjoy networking with complimentary light appetizers on us with no strings attached.

 

» August 30th, 2023 – The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, Cedar Rapids, IA – 5:30-7:30pm

 

» September 20th, 2023 – Hawkeye Community College's Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center, Waterloo, IA – 5:30-7:30pm

 

Break free from conventional thinking and explore new possibilities. Our peer groups encourage critical thinking, helping you question assumptions, identify blind spots, and challenge the status quo. Membership is possible at any time. Click HERE to request an invitation allowing you to embark on y... Read More
Friday, July 14, 2023

Join Us for a Live Demonstration!

Are you at the helm of crucial decisions for your company? Are you in need of a confidential space to delve into business matters? Imagine having a dedicated advisory team,... Read More

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

We were thrilled to participate as exhibitors at the ABI Conference in Cedar Rapids, held from June 13th to 15th.

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
ADVANCE IOWA is Taking Care of Business at the ABI Conference 2023! The Iowa Association of Business and Industry's, "Taking Care of Business" Conference is Iowa's premier business conference, bringing together industry leaders to learn, network and share ideas on how to grow and strengthen Iowa's business climate. If you are passionate about business in Iowa, you need to attend this conference. Visit OUR TEAM at BOOTH 30 from June 13 - 15, 2023 in Cedar Rapids!

 

Highlights include: » ADVANCE Peer Group launch, starting in September of 2023! » Conference Workshop - Achieve Enhanced Business Prosperity Through Shared Ownership in Room 310 at 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Description: Sha... Read More
Monday, April 10, 2023
Are you a CEO or business owner looking for a way to move your business  to the next level?

 

Introducing our NEW Advance Peer Groups for C-Suite Executives. 

 

Advantages of Peer Groups Build leadership skills  Broaden perspectives Increase accountability Gain confidence  Challenge assumptions  Establish a trusted network of support in a confidential environment   Which Advance Peer Group is right for you? Advance CEO Peer Group Advance CxO Peer Group Advance ESOP Peer Group Advance IT Peer Group Advance Finance Peer Group Advance Women-Owned Peer Group

 

Reserve a SPOT... Read More
Friday, March 10, 2023
Fellow foundrymen, metal casters, and regional experts! 

Join us for the Foundry 4.0 Evolution Workshop, a 1-day event where participants will explore business tools and methods, and technological possibilities for strategic Industry 4.0 implementation, leading to long-term business profitability and success. 

Event Details!

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 Meet & greet & networking Starting at 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 20, 2023 Foundry 4.0 Evolution Workshop Begins at 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

Event Location!... Read More
Wednesday, November 23, 2022

 

Apply Today! 10,000 Small Businesses program

As a valued ADVANCE IOWA partner, the 10,000 Small Businesses program is a great opportunity you may not want to miss! This program allows you to work on your business in a way you never have had before and it's absolutely free. What is the program about... The Goldman Sachs Foundation, along with all of Iowa’s community colleges, is excited to offer the 9th cohort of the 10,000 Small Businesses program in Iowa this spring. Fact is...

Listen and watch what program alumni, Jenny Steffensmeier of Steffensmeier Weld... Read More

Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Looking to get real-life applications of your classroom learning? UNI Center for Business Growth & Innovation/Advance Iowa has Part-Time ∙ On-Campus Student Employment Opportunities!

What WE do!

We provide targeted solutions, guiding small and mid-size enterprises as they thrive, grow and succeed. ADVANCE IOWA assists in overcoming obstacles and identifying new opportunities. Our TEAM leads businesses successfully through transitions, shifting mindsets towards GROWTH & INNOVATION! 

Have a look at the opportunities available!

Sales & Marketing Assistant We are seeking a student assistant to support the sales and marketing work, as part of our team. We are loo... Read More
Thursday, April 28, 2022

A new partnership among the University of Northern Iowa (UNI), Youngstown State University (YSU) and the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) will leverage $10 million in first-year federal funding to increase the number of small-to-midsize enterprises using advanced technologies, bolster critical areas of the Department of Defense manufacturing supply chain and create jobs.

On Tuesday, April 19, project leads from each partner organization met to review goals and launch project initiatives. Following the meeting, a media event welcomed the Cedar Valley community to learn more, meet the leads and tour the TechWorks Campus, wh... Read More

Friday, December 10, 2021
Owned and operated by Joe and Dawnica King, Cruiser Electric is an electrical company located in Ankeny, Iowa. Joe found himself interested in this industry since he was younger which led him to attend Northwest Iowa Community College where he received his degree in Electrical Technologies. From home remodels to custom home construction, tenant build-outs to new commercial buildings, Joe, Dawnica, and their team at Cruiser Electric pride themselves on handling any electrical need the customer might have. Their growth over the years has allowed them to hire technicians who specialize not only in installation, but with upgrades, repairs and replacements.   While attending the Goldman Sachs 1... Read More

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