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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a disaster designation for Johnson County and will offer disaster assistance to Iowa businesses and residents affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes. Low-interest federal

Inclusive ICR, a local coalition with a mission to grow diversity and inclusion in the workforce throughout the ICR region, has announced the return of the DEI Index. The free diversity, equity and inclusion assessment

The Iowa City (I.C.) Better Bridges Institute is a one-and-a-half day event designed for business owners and managers to learn more about identity, bias, and strategies. Included are core concepts, strategies, and resources for you to build

New Structure Will Focus on Helping Employers Find the Workforce Tools They Need Iowa Workforce Development has launched a new Business Engagement Division, reorganizing employees around the state to create a more efficient team for

Governor Kim Reynolds today announced a new grant opportunity intended to reduce language barriers in the workforce. The Iowa Language Learners Job Training Program will help employers provide sustained programs for English language instruction to

10,000 Small Businesses partners with local colleges to provide small business owners with a practical business education. 67% of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses alumni see revenue growth just 6 months after completing the program.

Only 19.1% of people with disabilities are working right now. UI REACH has over 200 alumni and 87% are employed! UI REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) is a comprehensive transition program for students with intellectual, cognitive

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (Voc. Rehab.) is a state program that works with individuals who face barriers with employment. Voc. Rehab. prepares, trains, and educates these individuals to be productive team members. Voc. Rehab. also