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Thirteen manufacturers will host Waterloo and Cedar Falls 9th graders in their facilities on Friday, October 5th as part of an activity for National Manufacturing Day. CEDAR VALLEY of IOWA (September 12, 2012) — In response to the growing talent demand in advanced manufacturing in the Cedar Valley, the Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and
I’ve attached a whitepaper on the economic development strategy which encompasses what is usually known as economic gardening. The paper is somewhat broader, addressing the overall system of support and action that should be led by the economic development/chamber entity. The point made by the author is that smaller, younger businesses have always been a
The GCVAC Government Relations Committee, chaired by Mike McCrary, Lincoln Savings Bank, kicks of its new season on Friday, September 14, 2012. That day, the Committee will hear from Iowa Speaker of the House Kraig Paulsen of Cedar Rapids, who will share the House Republicans’ plan for the 2013 Legislative Session. At its October 19
Cedar Valley Dream Big Grow Here Contest Call for Entries September 4-18 The Dream Big, Grow Here business grant contest is an opportunity for Iowans to win one regional $5,000 small business grant and then go on to pitch their business for a shot at a $10,000 grand prize. For-profit start-up and small businesses providing
Celebrate John Deere’s 175 years in business and thank them for their contribution to the economy of the Cedar Valley. John Deere Fall Fest 2012 will be recognizing and celebrating John Deere Anniversaries on September 6–8, 2012. Come celebrate John Deere’s rich history of tractor manufacturing and product development as it progressed through history in
Young people looking for a great place to live and work will find Iowa has more to offer them than the rest of the nation. Iowa’s great economic and lifestyle factors rank the state 3rd is third in the nations for favorable conditions for young people according to MoneyRates.com. Among the 10 factors in the
The well documented but still emerging bankruptcy of PFGBEST placed the Cedar Valley of Iowa in the national headlines. In the wake, nearly 200 people were left out of work, financial obligations to global investors, suppliers, and a variety of other interests, including the GCVAC remain unmet. Though this event and its fallout present challenges,
Skilled Iowa Initiative Launched to Assist Employers and Workers, Stimulate Business Growth: In June, Governor Terry Branstad unveiled the new public/private Skilled Iowa Initiative, a program that provides assurances to employers and potential employers that local workforces have the skills and abilities to fill job openings. The initiative will promote Skilled Iowa Communities, areas within
Tuesday, July 17th, The Greater Cedar Valley Alliance & Chamber hosted a Campaign Kick-off event to launch their Fulfilling the Vision2 campaign and to unveil their five-year Plan for Regional Growth . The event, held at the Waterloo Center for the Arts, was hosted by Campaign Chairman Thad Nevitt of Deere & Company. A broad-based
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