Do you have a business idea or looking to purchase a business? This workshop will guide you through what you need to know to launch your business and be successful. Hear from a local entrepreneur about how they started their business and lessons learned along the way. Learn how to create a business plan, conduct […]
Piece and Freedom Bakery, a Ukrainian-owned bakery, brings the flavors of Kyiv, Ukraine, to Ames, Iowa. Originally only found at farmers markets, the bakery’s brick-and-mortar location is set to open on January 11th, 2025. Piece and Freedom Bakery is a family business devoted to its mission of uniting communities. The bakery is owned by two
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In the Spring of 2006, Mike and Melanie Seals took a leap of faith and planted a strawberry field. Since then, they have expanded their operations and opened Country Roads Meat Market. Their journey has been full of ups and downs, but their strong foundation of faith has kept them steady. Beginnings For 17 years,
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Opened in 2023, Maxsimizer Welding is a professional welding, metal fabrication, and machine workshop based in Cedar Rapids, IA. Behind the scenes is Max Franks, an experienced welder and fabricator. In 2012, right after high school, Max began his welding career. After a few years in the industry, he shifted his focus to heavy equipment
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Work for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. The decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself@50+ breaks the choices down for
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Growing up, Amanda Zagloba was surrounded by a family of crafters. From embroidery to crochet, Amanda found a passion for all things crafting. For many years, she pursued a career as a librarian, leading various crafting programs at the library. Amanda also spent time in the art and music department in the Chicago Public Library
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Join Paul Lemon at The Iowa Center office for a small business course designed to help you prepare for tax season success! Understanding and fulfilling tax obligations is a foundation of financial stability, and this one-hour course is designed to explore how to set up your small business for success by planning ahead for the tax
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In November 2021, Jenny Pollard opened the doors to Life Distilled, a natural health and wellness shop specializing in essential oils. Her essential oils journey, however, started many years before. After being introduced to essential oils by a friend, Jenny researched and explored the benefits and impacts they could have. She began experimenting with various
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Jason Paull and his close friend and neighbor, Dr. Sarah Cady, were long-time houseplant hobbyists searching for ways to expand their passion for plants. An opportunity arose in 2023 when Back Alley House Plants came up for sale. Initially founded by Austin Lohman in August 2020, Back Alley House Plants was an established and inclusive
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Since 1964, Miller Products Company has been an integral part of the Osceola community. Founded in 1936 in Des Moines, Miller Products was originally a bicycle and skate shop, but it has since grown into a manufacturing hub of turned and machined parts. Miller Products offers a vast selection of in-stock catalog items and serves
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