Where Business Begins in Iowa

IASourceLink is the go-to resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners who need help starting, scaling, or accelerating their business in Iowa.

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Classes & Events

Browse events across Iowa organized by over 200 organizations.

Read Our Blog!

Visit the IASourceLink blog to read the latest on Iowa business including; upcoming events, marketing strategies, and resources.

Innovate Your Business

Need a little help discovering ways to innovate your business? No worries! Check out this guide with multiple ideas to get you started.

Fund Your Business Guide

Not sure where to find funding to start or grow your business? No worries! We have a complete guide with all the options at your disposal.

Grow Your Iowa Business

Sometimes we all need a little help growing our business. Learn tips & tricks, find proven strategies, and connect with resource providers who can help!

Want to start a business?

Check out this COMPLETE step-by-step guide to starting your business right here in Iowa!

Iowa Business Information on COVID-19

Connect with resources from across the state to help your business during this pandemic

Resource Partners for Your Business

The Resource Navigator is a directory of over 360 public organizations in Iowa, that provide services to entrepreneurs and small business owners for little to no charge.

Resources for Iowa Businesses

Sometimes we all need a little help — and that’s why we do what we do. Whether you are just starting out or are looking to expand your business, we have the resources and connections to help you make that happen.

Connect With Our 360+ Partners

Partner Spotlight

Iowa Center for Economic Success

This October, our Resource Partner Spotlight goes to the Iowa Center for Economic Success. No matter where you are on your small business journey, the Iowa Center is here to help. Classes, tax assistance, micro-loans, education through the Women's Business Center, and events throughout the year are all part of the Iowa Center's offerings to Iowa’s small business community. If you receive our Monthly Events Newsletter, you’ve probably seen a few of the Iowa Centers business building webinars on our list. Check out their three core areas of support, below:

Education: The Iowa Center for Economic Success offers educational webinars, workshops, and groups designed to empower Iowans to own the drive to pursue entrepreneurship.

Capital: Loans up to $50,000, combined with business support, are available to assist hard-working Iowans launch an idea or take an existing business to the next level.

Networking: Networking opportunities facilitated by the Iowa Center focus on building strong personal and social relationships while increasing the visibility of Iowa’s small business community.

Visit the Iowa Center for Economic Success on our Resource Navigator

Upcoming Events

Oct 20
Global Shipping Status and Best Practices

Starts: Wednesday, Oct 20 @ 9:00 am - 9:45 am

Location: Online Event
Oct 25
Just Start - Introduction to Entrepreneurship (Session III)

Starts: Monday, Oct 25 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: The Roundhouse, Creston, IA
Oct 26
Panel Discussion: Holiday Merchandising

Starts: Tuesday, Oct 26 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location: Online Event

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Why You Should Be a Part of IASourceLink?

In addition to our comprehensive network of resource providers that entrepreneurs can access 24/7 via the Resource Navigator, we also provide some direct services to Iowa small business owners.

Our popular Business Concierge can provide your Iowa-based company with helpful referrals, and our monthly free online business webinars attract hundreds of Iowa entrepreneur participants.

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IASourceLink is the premier online resource connecting entrepreneurs and small businesses to almost 400 resource providers across Iowa. IASourceLink is brought to you by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) in collaboration with the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at the University of Northern Iowa.