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Guest column: The Great Wealth Transfer and financial literacy
With the projected transfer of wealth to reach $124 trillion by 2048, the Great Wealth Transfer is among us, presenting both challenges and opportunities for individuals and their families at every socioeconomic level. This transition underscores the urgent need for…
New Leader Manufacturing: Lessons learned from 85 years in business
In 1939, Highway Equipment Company was founded, making high-quality road maintenance equipment. In 2024, New…
Opinion: Hispanic entrepreneurship is at the forefront of the American business boom
Each year from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, Americans celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month as…
Defining innovation in Iowa: The path forward
Over the past decade serving as president of the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI), I’ve…
Reflecting on 20 years in Iowa: How Cedar Rapids shaped our family and future
Karl and LaNisha Cassell have written this joint column as a farewell, following Ms. Cassell’s…
Every cent counts with Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith
Why is money called dough? Because everybody “kneads” it. Everyone’s financial goals and timelines are…
Opinion: Cedar Crossing is the best option for Iowa’s economic growth
As a lifelong Cedar Rapidian, I’ve spent much of my career focused on activities that…
Six months of dedication and resilience: UI Health Care and Mercy Iowa City integration
Half a year ago, we began an important journey when Mercy Iowa City joined University…
The CBJ’s 20th anniversary: Memories from the first editor
Asked to remember the most memorable stories during my tenure as the first editor of…
Who owns your marketing data?
Too many marketing agencies are black holes when it comes to client data. They’re pulling…
Opinion: The fiscal policy of Governor Reynolds brings stability and optimism
The May 2024 NFIB Small Business Economic Trends Survey demonstrated that not only are small…
AI companies are running out of fuel, your content will fill the tank
The AI Space Race has boosted the S&P and NASDAQ indices, leads headlines in business…
Penny for your thoughts with State Treasurer Roby Smith
Where does 007 invest his money? In a bond market. I can hear the groans…
Opinion: Top ten nonprofit myths
Nonprofit organizations are often misunderstood, creating unnecessary barriers for the sector’s growth and unique impact…
NewBoCo: Meeting people where they are
For nearly a decade, NewBoCo has been offering tech education programs for all ages within…
Opinion: Caitlin Clark would do for the BIG3 what she did for Iowa’s economy
Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league just offered University of Iowa’s Caitlin Clark $5 million to…
