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
The Lints’ love of historic preservation inspired a move to Fairfield, Iowa, where they can afford their dream home and business.
Beauty and the Business Plan
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.
Planning Ahead
Starting a business while still in college is a challenging feat, but Linda Tong proved it’s possible.