Guest column's stories
Opening doors to the future, right here at home
Every day, we ask young people one of life’s biggest questions: What do you want to be when you grow up? For many students, the answer changes as quickly as they discover new interests. At Kirkwood’s Workplace Learning Connection (WLC),…
Opinion: Government spending does not drive economic growth
Iowa has been rated as one of the most fiscally prudent states for several years…
Opinion: The Importance of Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
As a newcomer to Cedar Rapids, I’ve been welcomed with open arms by the community.…
Opinion: Why businesses should learn about IAble
Whether you operate on Main Street or in a multi-state network, your business has an…
Small businesses are driving AI innovation for larger companies
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the globe, and while large corporations often dominate…
Let Iowa small businesses swipe smarter, not harder
Running a small business in Iowa means learning to stretch every dollar. I work long…
Addressing Iowa’s health care provider shortage through design
The data is clear. There’s an alarming shortage in Iowa’s health care workforce, and it’s…
Iowa City’s literary mission endures
Paul Engle, the late poet and arts entrepreneur who led the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and…
Families gain long-term tax relief under OBBB
Families have plenty to celebrate as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) introduces several…
Opinion: A commitment to long-term regional workforce needs
Like many of you, I understand what it feels like to lead in a world…
Beyond the big check: How your business can make a real impact
One of my favorite episodes of The Office is “Fun Run,” where Michael Scott launches…
New study reveals challenges in wealth management industry
A recent study by McKinsey & Company underscores a looming issue within the wealth management…
Manufacturing the future: How Kirkwood is adapting higher education to serve industry and students
Manufacturing has long been a cornerstone of Iowa’s economy, and its future success depends on…
It’s time to LIFT Iowa small businesses and make communities stronger
As a small business owner, I know what it feels like to face a project…
Guest opinion: Civility isn’t about politeness — it’s about respect
In an age of political tension, social media pile-ons, and “cancel culture,” the call for…
Opinion: Talk is cheap – and Iowans are paying with their lives
There are a number of variations on the colloquialism of “talk is cheap.” Unfortunately, this…
