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Two new ‘seeds’ taking root in Johnson County

Local leaders preparing to launch seed fund, matching loan program in 2020. By Katharine Carlon katharine@corridorbusiness.com A pair of new startup funding opportunities are on the way...

Medtech for the masses

UnityPoint leaders and Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance ambassadors help cut the ribbon on generate @ St. Luke's on Nov. 21. PHOTO UNITYPOINT HEALTH   By...

Are you ready for a higher white-collar salary threshold?

By Brenda LaMarche | HR Column Starting Jan. 1, 2020, more than 1 million white collar workers will be eligible for overtime pay, and more...

The right choice on Cargill’s ask

CBJ Editorial  Cargill has three manufacturing facilities in Cedar Rapids, where it employs about 600 and uses 200 contract employees. The food processing giant is one...

Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Gary Rozek

Gary Rozek talks with Nate Kaeding during a recent recording session at the CBJ Studios in North Liberty. PHOTO JOE COFFEY   Sponsored by MidWestOne Bank,...

Amazon’s coming to town

By Katharine Carlon katharine@corridorbusiness.com Economic development officials say an Amazon “last mile” fulfillment center coming to Iowa City’s east side could have implications beyond generating new...

Amazon’s coming to town

By Katharine Carlon katharine@corridorbusiness.com Economic development officials say an Amazon “last mile” fulfillment center coming to Iowa City’s east side could have implications beyond generating new...

Marion boutique offers a ‘mode’ for giving back

Danielle Rings, owner of MODE in Marion and the Association of Fundraising Professionals' 2019 "Outstanding Small Philanthropic Organization," has some advice for other small...

Marion boutique offers a ‘mode’ for giving back

Danielle Rings, owner of MODE in Marion and the Association of Fundraising Professionals' 2019 "Outstanding Small Philanthropic Organization," has some advice for other small...

‘The Preserve’ focuses on affordability in North Liberty

The first homes are going up at The Preserve, a major subdivision near Centennial Park in North Liberty. PHOTO ADAM MOORE   By Dave DeWitte dave@corridorbusiness.com The newest...

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