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IEDA Board approves assistance for two established companies, three startups and two community projects

The IEDA Board approved two job creation awards, three innovation awards and two awards aimed at enhancing quality of life and tourism opportunities.

Display Date
March 21, 2025
Small Business
Press Release

Shop Iowa E-commerce Platform Announces Third Annual Shop Iowa Day Special Deals to Celebrate and Support Iowa Small Businesses

Shop Iowa, a statewide e-commerce marketplace initiative of the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), is excited to announce the third annual ‘Shop Iowa D

Display Date
October 7, 2024
Small Business
Downtown
Story

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.

Display Date
July 26, 2024
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Owners of the GoldFinch Tap standing in front of their business' door
Small Business
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AAI/Spalding: Developing Next-Generation Sports Equipment

Jefferson manufacturer produces customized equipment including USA Gymnastics competitive trampoline products and the official backboards of the NCAA and NBA.

Display Date
April 4, 2024
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Basketball court photo
Small Business
Advanced Manufacturing
Story

Eco Lips: Pure In Product and Practice

Iowa lip balm manufacturer paves the way for organic beauty products.

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December 4, 2023
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Gloved hands filling lip balm containers
Small Business
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IEDA Board Approves Assistance for Newly Formed Company, Two Startups in Iowa

IEDA Board approved an award for a manufacturer in Independence, and innovation funding in support of two startups located in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines.

Display Date
November 17, 2023
Small Business
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Press Release

City of Cascade to Celebrate Small Businesses through New Downtown Mural

The IEDA and the IFA announced that the City of Cascade recently won a custom mural by Iowa artist Ben Schuh by winning the statewide #IowansUnite contest.

Display Date
November 16, 2023
Small Business
Press Release

Shop Iowa E-commerce Platform Announces Second Annual Day of Special Deals to Show Support for Iowa Small Businesses

Shop Iowa announced the second annual ‘Shop Iowa Day’ on October 11, 2023, a day to celebrate Iowa retailers.

Display Date
October 5, 2023
Small Business
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IEDA Board Approves Assistance for Two Established Companies, Two Startups in Iowa

The IEDA Board assisted companies in Camanche and Polk City, and for two startups in Ames. The SSBCI assisted projects in Urbandale and West Des Moines.

Display Date
September 29, 2023
Small Business
Press Release

IEDA Board Approves Assistance for Four Established Companies and Five Startups in Iowa

The IEDA Board approved awards for four companies, which will assist in the creation of 226 jobs and result in nearly $45 million in new capital investment.

Display Date
July 21, 2023
Downtown
Small Business
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Cafe Serves Coffee and Community

The Serving Cafe in West Branch is a finalist in Iowa's 2023 Open 4 Business Contest competing for a $20,000 grant to support business expansion.

Display Date
July 5, 2023
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The back of a tee shirt reading Living on Grace & Coffee
Downtown
Small Business
Story

Small Business Preserves History on Paper

Heron Kross in Ottumwa is a finalist in Iowa's 2023 Open 4 Business Contest competing for a $20,000 grant to support business expansion.

Display Date
July 5, 2023
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Erin Naylor works on restoring a paper object using a large magnifying glass
Downtown
Small Business
Story

Shoe Retailer Puts Their Best Foot Forward

Iowa Running Company in Cedar Rapids is a finalist in Iowa's 2023 Open 4 Business Contest competing for a $20,000 grant to support business expansion.

Display Date
July 5, 2023
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Jim Dwyer and Clifton Trebil-Smith, co-owners of Iowa Running Company in front of a wall of running shoes
Downtown
Small Business
Story

Family Blends Local Grapes Into Social Experiences

Glyn Mawr Winery-The Local in Mount Vernon is a finalist in Iowa's 2023 Open 4 Business Contest competing for a $20,000 grant to support business expansion.

Display Date
July 5, 2023
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Anna Wilson of Glyn Mawr- The Local in front of things for sale
Downtown
Small Business
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Salon Beautifies Downtown Building

Tangles Salon in Keokuk is a finalist in Iowa's 2023 Open 4 Business Contest competing for a $20,000 grant to support business expansion.

Display Date
July 5, 2023
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Group photo of stylists from Tangles Salon in Keokuk

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