North Iowa Corridor Economic Development Corporation

The North Iowa Corridor is a regional economic development organization serving Mason City, Clear Lake and the greater Cerro Gordo County area.  In addition to new business attraction and existing business retention and attraction, the Corridor provides specialty services for small businesses including location assistance, access to capital and resources, and networking.  Drawing on partners including the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at North Iowa Community College, the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Iowa Innovation Corporation and funding sources including the Corridor Small Business Revolving Loan Fund and North Iowa Venture Fund, the Corridor is positioned to assist in small business success in North Iowa.

About

The North Iowa Corridor is a regional economic development organization serving Mason City, Clear Lake and the greater Cerro Gordo County area.  In addition to new business attraction and existing business retention and attraction, the Corridor provides specialty services for small businesses including location assistance, access to capital and resources, and networking.  Drawing on partners including the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at North Iowa Community College, the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Iowa Innovation Corporation and funding sources including the Corridor Small Business Revolving Loan Fund and North Iowa Venture Fund, the Corridor is positioned to assist in small business success in North Iowa.

Services Provided

Public Policy and Government Relations

  • Business Issues Related to a Specific City

Business Planning

  • Census Data

Management Issues and Training

  • Leadership/Professional Development

Financial Resources and Assistance

  • Assistance in Finding Government Funding
  • Loan Packaging
  • Tax Credit Assistance

Networking Organizations

  • Demographically Based
  • Geographically Based

Office, Laboratory and Meeting Space

  • Office Space

Economic and Site Development

  • Consulting
  • Revitalization
  • Site Location Assistance
  • State Tax Credits and Assistance

Regulatory Compliance

  • Government Requirements

Nonprofit Development

  • Strategic Planning

Internship Programs & Student Services

  • Student Research Projects
Contact Information
Shaun Arneson
Address
9 North Federal
Mason City, IA 50401