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Iowa Economic Development Authority

Whether you’re leading an enterprise or spearheading a startup, Iowa is home to competitive advantages and forward-thinking communities to help you thrive.

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2025 Open 4 Business Finalists

2024 Open 4 Business Finalists

Main Street Iowa has named five finalists for its annual Open 4 Business Pitch Contest on Monday, Aug. 5, in conjunction with the 2024 Iowa Downtown Conference.

The Sky is the Limit

Sky Factory was founded in Fairfield in 2002 and started out creating printed ceiling tiles until they transitioned to digital images and LED blacklighting.

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Mission

Strengthen economic and community vitality by building partnerships and leveraging resources to make Iowa the choice for people and business. Through two main divisions – business development and community development – IEDA administers several state and federal programs to meet its goals of assisting individuals, communities and businesses. IEDA works to achieve its mission and goals to benefit Iowans while maintaining a high level of transparency. 

See How We Stack Up

#1

State for Fiscal Responsibility (CATO Institute, 2024)

#1

for Energy Generated from Renewable sources (American Clean Power, 2025)

#2

State for Opportunity (U.S. News & World Report, 2025)

#1

State for Cost of Living (CNBC 2023)

#1

State for Millennial Homeowners (Real Simple, 2023)

#6

Best State Overall (U.S. News and World Report, 2024)

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