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Committee member Eric Thomas stated that “This event will be a great forum to hear from and talk to state, local, and federal government representatives on financing for your business, working with governmental agencies and opportunities in new markets. We’re also excited that leaders from the community will be on hand to discuss their stories on entrepreneurship and the challenges small business owners and entrepreneurs face today.”
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – MyEntre.Net, Iowa’s online community for Iowa entrepreneurs and small business, has announced the launch of the new ‘Dream Big Grow Here’ contest for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Iowa. Starting in June, businesses statewide can compete monthly to win $1,000 to help bring their business concept to reality or help their business to grow here in Iowa.
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New company will bring more than 80 jobs to Mount Pleasant.
By REX L. TROUTE
rtroute@thehawkeye.com
MOUNT PLEASANT IOWA — Thursday afternoon's glad-handing at the Howe Student Activity Center was a community's business version of victory as Mount Pleasant officially welcomed Biomedical Synergies to its friendly borders. The goal of bringing 87 jobs to the city in the next five years was received with open arms.
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Posted: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 11:51 AM by Steve Veres
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Looks like you've got a fan in a high place, Willard.
During a stop at Jerry's Family Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, President Barack Obama greeted Frances Asher, 107.
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Farm-fresh opportunity President tours Mount Pleasant organic farm
By CHRISTINIA CRIPPES ccrippes@thehawkeye.com
MOUNT PLEASANT IOWA — Morgan Hoenig never thought she would wind up back in her hometown after college. A graduate of Luther College who studied history, Spanish and international studies, Hoenig didn't anticipate going into the organic farming business, either. Mostly, though, she couldn't have expected her unlikely career path would someday earn her a presidential visit.
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MOUNT PLEASANT IOWA — A $250,000 award granted by the Iowa Economic Department of Economic Development on Thursday should be good news for the city of Mount Pleasant Iowa. The money goes to Biomedical Synergies Inc., of Wayzata, Minn., out of the Grow Iowa Values Financial Assistance Program. The award should clear a hurdle for the company, which is strongly considering putting its headquarters in Mount Pleasant Iowa.
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Fell free to check out the Mount Pleasant Iowa
Crossroads Interactive Video.
(Located in Henry County Iowa)
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Categories: Economic Multimedia Tags: Community, Companies, Development, Henry County, Industrial, Iowa, land, Mount Pleasant Iowa, property, realestate, Video
Iowa Workforce Development’s Peer-to-Peer Business Network Survey.
We know your time is valuable, but the few minutes you take to complete the questionnaire will provide essential feedback for us.
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Many dug out of snow drifts and bundled up due to temperatures well below zero on Saturday to attend the Tri-State Jobs & Economic Development Forum in St. Louis hosted by USDA Rural Development (RD) and Farm Service Agency (FSA) of Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. The forum was held in conjunction with the Missouri Governor’s Conference on Agriculture.
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December 23rd, 2009
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“We will hold one in each state by June 1st, 2010. Sub-committees for each state will be established. Gordon, Charles Holland, Bob and Robert will work on the Missouri event. The topic will be: New Markets; Government Contracts, Export and Emerging Industries.”
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Staff and interns will assist with review of Strategic Planning for various regions in the Midwest and also updating and compiling economic data and establishing data linkages which have not been previously made available.
(Counties of Iowa Population Projections with business growth and economic overlays.pdf
County Unemployment and State Population Projections by current population.pdf
For other formats, please make a comment with request.)
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November 23rd, 2009
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We’ve posted some new videos for you! Inspirational talks and interviews from inspirational people. With Richard Branson, Dr. Stephen Covey, Tony Robbins,
His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Mattie Stepanek.
November 23rd, 2009
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Posted by Richard C. Longworth on Thursday, November 19, 2009
Try Googling “Southern studies” and see what pops up. From the University of Virginia to Ole Miss, it seems that every school in Dixie has a curriculum devoted to the South — its history, economy, culture, triumphs and grievances.
Now try Googling “Midwestern studies.” Don’t worry, it won’t take long. A couple of societies exist to promote Midwestern literature. A college or two teach Native American history in the region. And that’s all.
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November 17th, 2009
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TOURISM INITIATIVE
- Chinese and International Tourism to Southeastern Iowa
- Largest Growing Tourism Dollars – Target China and International Tourists
- Agricultural Experiences and Tours
- Recreational, Rural, Cultural and Ag Experiences.
See all the Initiatives here…
November 17th, 2009
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Discussion Points – Visioning and Planning Economic Development.
The Big Picture: What do we envision and aspire to? Is it 25,000, 50,000 people, 200,000 population?
Culture: Create an environment which embraces failure. What is learned? Gained? Changed?
Celebrates ALL successes, small and large. Encourage people. Believe in people. All People.
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November 16th, 2009
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The 2009 Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit’s mission is to bring businesses of diverse backgrounds together to share, learn, and celebrate the immigrant entrepreneurship experience and contribution to the overall community.
The Summit will exhibit the success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs. Create true understanding among different ethnic groups and business growth tips are shared among immigrant business owners and the keys to succeed by working with immigrant populations are shared in a non-competitive and supportive environment.
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November 11th, 2009
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Upstairs Meeting Room – Heatilator Center
307 E Monroe St
Mount Pleasant, Iowa
Tuesday November 17, 2009
6:00 p.m.
JOIN US!
Join us Tuesday, November 17th @ 6:00 pm at the Heatilator Center Upstairs Meeting Room for this important Economic Development Forum!
Community Meeting: Get Involved!
This Community Meeting is an opportunity for Henry County residents to share their vision of what our future will be. Local citizens will present their goals and ideas for Community and Economic Development. Community members are encouraged to offer new ideas and identify ways that we can work together to improve Henry County for generations to come.
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Minorities in Business:
Grow Henry County on YouTube
Grow Henry County's LinkedIn Group
Grow Henry County's Twitter Page
