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Industry assistance grows local economies

Industry assistance grows local economies

Stellar Industries started with three employees and an idea. With support from CIRAS, the Garner-based company has grown to more than 800 employees with an extensive product line. Photo by Dave Olson.

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Shimkat Among Leaders Honored at Iowa Rural Summit

Shimkat Among Leaders Honored at Iowa Rural Summit

AMES, IA (April 15, 2024) – The 8th Annual Iowa Rural Summit last week included a special recognition of six rural leaders, including Lisa Shimkat of Fort Dodge.  Shimkat was honored for her leadership of Iowa’s small business development center (SBDC) network and her...

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CTOs Shaping Innovation Landscape at Iowa State University

In the university environment, where ideas take shape and discoveries are born, there's acrucial intersection where theory transitions into tangible solutions prepared for market.Providing support as this transition gains momentum are the Chief Technology Officers...

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IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY SELECTS CYTOWN DEVELOPER

Ames, Iowa – Iowa State University has selected Midwest-based Goldenrod Companies to lead the design, development, financing, and construction of CYTown, Iowa State’s innovative 40-acre multi-use district being built between the Iowa State Center and Jack Trice...

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