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.
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.
Raising the Bar: Brix Wine & Whiskey
Explore Melissa Evans’ story of moving back to Iowa and turning a whiskey bar into a beloved local spot, Brix Wine & Whiskey, in Mason City with live music.
From the Iowa Beauty and the Business Plan: Simply Sámone
Iowa State University’s entrepreneurial energy helped Jassma’ray Johnson pursue her dorm room dreams.
A Love Letter to Iowa
Mike Vallely traveled across the world as a professional skateboarder and fell in love with Iowa along the way, inspiring him to make Des Moines home.
3 Surprising Keys to Career Success
Hummingbirds CEO Emily Steele shares her story of success
Making the Grade
Angela Harrington transformed a dilapidated Grinnell school into the award-winning Hotel Grinnell.
Designing a New Chapter in Iowa
Linzi Murray, a lifelong book lover, builds her dream bookstore in Des Moines, Iowa.
Company Chronicles
Learn why one entrepreneur started his businesses in Iowa – and why you should, too.
Black Capitol of Iowa Empowers Small Businesses
Our mission with the Black Capitol of Iowa Passport is to empower Black-owned businesses, continue to educate our community and help our small business owners be successful.