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Iowa small business owners who are looking for ways to broaden their operations will want to consider a new training program being offered by Iowa's community colleges, in conjunction with one of the largest U.S. financial services firms.

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program has helped entrepreneurs across the U.S. create jobs and economic opportunity by providing them with greater access to education, financial capital and business support services. This program is launching in Iowa this year, so we’re sending along information to our Targeted Small Businesses so you can learn more about it and apply if interested!

The Iowa Downtown Resource Center will offer several downtown forums in June to bring together community leaders interested in engaging in a discussion about their downtowns. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other downtown leaders and discuss downtown business development issues such as energizing entrepreneurs, business development and business succession.

This month we wanted to feature a chamber in a rural area and with a little bit of love in the air because it’s February, it wasn’t difficult to find a chamber that loves its community - Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce.

Do you know an innovative company or individual that demonstrates excellence in technology? Consider nominating them for a Prometheus Award! Nominations are now being accepted for recognition at Iowa's premier technology event.

Are you over 50 and looking for ways to improve your current financial situation and also pave the way to greater financial security down the road?

Would you like to help honor the contributions made by women to the Iowa business landscape? Join the Iowa chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) at the upcoming Iowa Celebration of Excellence awards event, recognizing our highest achieving female entrepreneurs!

A week of events relating to innovation and entrepreneurship will take place in Sioux City as part of the 4th annual Launch Week, November 3rd – 10th. With speakers, startup presentations and plenty of networking, Launch Week aims to inspire, motivate, and promote collaboration among professionals.

EntreFEST is back and nominations for breakout session presenters are now underway!

Nominations are now being sought for the Indian Hills Vision Awards. The Vision Awards celebrate entrepreneurship in the 10-county region served by Indian Hills Community College, and will be held during the Southeast Iowa Entrepreneurship Conference on September 20th.