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

NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center

Our Resource Partner spotlight of the month is none other than the North Iowa Area Community College John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (NIACC JPEC). Whether you are thinking about starting a business or growing an existing company, the NIACC JPEC offers business tools and educational opportunities to assist you. Services offered include business planning, economic site development, assistance with buying or selling a business, financial resources, internships and student programming, and way, way more. Check out the NIACC JPEC on our Resource Navigation to contact someone who can assist your business venture, today!

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Upcoming Events

Sep 21
Homebased Food Services Workshop - Session 2

Starts: Tuesday, Sep 21 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Location: Greater Des Moines Partnership, Des Moines, IA
Sep 24
SW Iowa Safety Forum

Starts: Friday, Sep 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location: The Roundhouse, Creston, IA
Sep 28
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business

Starts: Tuesday, Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm - Tuesday, Oct 19 @ 9:00 pm

Location: Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny, IA

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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 more than 360 resource providers across Iowa. IASourceLink is brought to you by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) in collaboration with the Center for Business Growth and Innovation (CBGI) at the University of Northern Iowa.