Allamakee County Economic Development & Tourism

Allamakee County Economic Development is a nonprofit public-private based organization focused on economic development and tourism.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Ames

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Burlington

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Cedar Rapids

America’s SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Coralville

America’s SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Council Bluffs

America’s SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Creston

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Davenport

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Dubuque

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Fort Dodge

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Ottumwa

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Sioux City

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Spencer

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - State Office

America’s SBDC Iowa provides no fee, customized business advice and affordable training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa - Windsor Heights

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa – Mason City

America's SBDC Iowa provides free, customized business advice and low cost training to entrepreneurs and existing businesses, plus access to other information and experts.

Cedar Valley TechWorks, Inc.

Cedar Valley TechWorks is a regional bioeconomy campus focused on connecting intellectual property, technology and industry innovators to commercialize and manufacture products.

Center for Innovation & Leadership at Northwestern College

The Center for Innovation & Leadership connects students’ ingenuity and organizational leaders’ insight to create shared opportunities that serve Christ’s kingdom and the common good. The center invests in communities, organizations and initiatives through collaborative, innovative, Christ-centered leadership development and problem-solving services and opportunities

Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeñas Empresas de Estados Unidos (SBDC) Iowa – Ames

El SBDC Iowa de Estados Unidos brinda asesoramiento comercial gratuito y personalizado y capacitación a bajo costo para empresarios y negocios existentes, además de acceso a otra información y expertos.

Entrepreneurial Development Center, Inc. (EDC, Inc.)

EDC is a full service business accelerator providing hands-on mentoring, resource navigation, and networking / educational programs.

Global Insurance Accelerator

Innovation and acceleration for a trillion dollar industry. Be a part of the insurance industry’s accelerator.

Grow Clinton (Greater Clinton Partnership for Growth)

The mission of Grow Clinton is to promote business growth, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

Indian Hills Community College

We are working to improve the economic conditions of the Indian Hills Region through continuous learning, innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, collaboration, and visionary leadership.

Iowa Startup Accelerator Services

Iowa Startup Accelerator (ISA) Services, supported by ISA Ventures and powered by NewBoCo, are robust resources for Iowa-based startup businesses. Coaching, mentoring, programming, access to subject matter experts, and funding for qualified startups.

Iowa State University - IPRT Company Assistance

Iowa Workforce Development contributes to the economic security of Iowa’s workers, businesses and communities through a comprehensive statewide system of employment services, education and regulation of health, safety and employment laws.

Iowa State University John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC)

The Iowa State University Pappajohn Center serves student entrepreneurs in and outside the classroom and is a business development resource for techonology-based businesses. We also provide guidance for businesses seeking University resources

Iowa State University's (ISU) Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS)

The Center for Industrial Research and Service was created in 1963 to improve the quality of life in Iowa by helping businesses and their communities prosper and grow.

ISU Startup Factory

Entrepreneurs in the Startup Factory receive formal training, resources, and access to a network of business mentors, advisors, counselors, and investors The curriculum centered on business validation customized to the needs of the cohort members.

LegalCORPS Inventor Assistance Program

The LegalCORPS Inventor Assistance Program was the first program in the United States to provide free legal representation to low-income inventors in Minnesota who were seeking to patent their innovations with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). In 2018 the USPTO asked LegalCORPS to expand our services to Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Louisa Development Group

LDG serves residents of Louisa County by advancing and improving economic, social, and recreational environments.

Maple Studios

Maple Studios provides collaborative space and fractional executive support to entrepreneurs.
Maple Studios serves industrial technology companies and physical product builders from startup to growth stage.

NewBoCo

From the classroom to the boardroom, NewBoCo helps Iowans of all ages succeed in a changing economy because we believe that with the right tools, mindset, and opportunities anyone can be a world-changing innovator. We support entrepreneurship, education, and innovation through hands-on programming, technical talent development, and community building.

NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC)

Whether you are thinking about starting a business or growing an existing company, the NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center offers business tools and educational opportunities to assist you.

Protostudios

Protostudios is a state-of-the-art, rapid-prototyping facility focusing on consumer products and biomedical prototypes, Protostudios assists all Iowa entrepreneurs in making your ideas a reality. Learn more at the Protostudios website.

Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce

Ignite Quad Cities provides you with the path and support you need to be a successful entrepreneur. Join our Entrepreneurial Meetup groups, go through our QC Venture School cohort, take advantage of free business counseling, or get connected to the resources and assets in our region that can help you launch and grow your business. Ignite Quad Cities is an initiative of the Quad Cities Chamber. www.QuadCitiesChamber.com

SCORE East Central Iowa

SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed nationwide.

SMALL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS CENTER / Evelyn K. Davis Center

We can help you manage your business with:

Management and operations

Marketing plans

Products and service

Social Media

Registering your business with the state and federally

Business Identity

Formalizing business entity

Whether you are starting a small business or looking to grow a one on one coaching session will serve your purpose.

University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC)

The University of Iowa's John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center delivers innovative education, training, and outreach programs for Iowa students, faculty, aspiring entrepreneurs, and business owners.

VentureNet Iowa

Venturenet Iowa helps Iowa grow its economy and qualified workforce in order to sustain its economic future. VentureNet Iowa helps build companies through assisting entrepreneurs who have an idea for a product or a service and helping them develop the structure, create the model, and assemble an effective management team.