Julia Druckmiller's stories

MERGE gets $1.5 million for prototyping studio
By Chase Castle [email protected] The co-working space and educational tech center known as MERGE in downtown Iowa City isn’t scheduled to open until this fall, but a newly announced $1.5 million grant is likely to tide over stakeholders. The grant…
Merger energizes agencies
By Angela Holmes CORRIDOR—Looking toward the future financially and structurally, two of the area’s top…

2014 Best of the Corridor
Part I: Best Accounting Firm: McGladrey Best Architectural Firm: OPN Architects Best Brewery: Lion Bridge…

Preparation key to landing Super Bowl
By Greg Dardis / Guest Columnist Minneapolis was considered the underdog when it went up…
Re-imagining school and work
By Mary Ellen Maske | Guest Editorial When the comprehensive high school was created…

The benefits of a brand new style
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial What is it about marketers that makes them want…
No. 8 Large Company: TrueNorth Companies
From merging to moving, TrueNorth Companies has not only grown by leaps and bounds, but…
No. 7 Large Company: Crystal Group
Crystal Group in Cedar Rapids claimed seventh place in the large companies category of the…
No. 6 Large Company: MidWestOne Bank
Wellness programs, volunteering and having a voice are a few of the things that make…
No. 5 Large Company: UICCU
Teamwork, recognition and commitment to the community and coworkers are just a few reasons the…
No. 4 Large Company: Oaknoll Retirement Residence
There’s always something to celebrate at the Oaknoll Retirement Residence in Iowa City as 180…
No. 2 Large Company: Van Meter
The three things that attract employees to Van Meter and convince them to stay is…
Exec evaluation should be clear
By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial One of the responsibilities of the board is evaluation…