Bangladesh-Born Chef Finds Recipe for Success in Iowa
Suman Hoque built two farm-to-table restaurants in Des Moines, Iowa, blending global culinary training with local ingredients
Painting a Vision for Success in Iowa
Discover how Iowa’s entrepreneurial support helped Billie Asmus turn an innovative idea into a sustainable business—and land a life-changing deal on Shark Tank.
Stitching a Life in Iowa
Congolese designer Belange Mutunda built a global fashion brand in Iowa, inspiring creatives through mentorship and education
Savor the Rise: Deja Keppler’s Flour Power Lifts Indianola’s Spirit
Deja Keppler’s journey led her not just to Iowa, but to opening the beloved Indianola bakery Savor the Rise
Startup Spotlight: An Iowa Entrepreneur Shares Why Iowa
Des Moines native Emily Steele is on a mission to build technology and community to support small businesses and local communities.
Innovating in Insurance
Using technology that originated in the fashion industry, Lloyd Yates joined Iowa insurtech entrepreneurs by starting Tylmen Tech.
Build a Life You Love (in Iowa)
Iowa has vibrant communities, low cost of living, access to nature, lively arts and culture — all the building blocks you need to craft your dream life.
Restoring a Queen Anne Home: The James A. Beck House in Iowa
The Lints’ love of historic preservation inspired a move to Fairfield, Iowa, where they can afford their dream home and business.
Iowa is Calling
Inspired individuals chase their dreams in Iowa for its lower cost of living, rich entrepreneurial ecosystem and creative, innovative and visionary minds.
Homemade Cards & Crafts: Taylored Expressions in Ankeny, IA
Returning to Iowa gave papercraft purveyors Taylor and Jon Van Bruggen room to spread joy.