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Marion seeks ‘seed funding’ for next stage of affordable housing investment
Armed with a track record of success, Marion city leaders are seeking to continue the city’s momentum on single-family affordable housing renovation and development with a push for $1.5 million in new money from the state. The Marion Economic Development…
Business leaders optimistic about growth potential
Panelists at the Corridor Business Journal’s Mid-Year Economic Forecast luncheon June 22 generally expressed cautious…
More work, fewer hands
It’s no secret that employers have struggled with workforce issues over the past year –…
More opinions voiced about industrial solar projects at Central City forum
Area residents had another chance to voice their opinions on Linn County’s permitting process for…
Property insurers adapt rapidly to strong market forces
Pandemic and recession and storms. Oh, my. The trifecta of troubles has been all too…
Area residents decry NextEra solar farm proposal near Palo
NextEra Energy’s proposed plan to build a large-scale solar farm at and around the now-shuttered…
Potential, challenges define Corridor commercial real estate market
The future looks bright for commercial real estate development in the Corridor as the effects…
Cedar Rapids company Syncbak leading the streaming revolution
Jack Perry is no stranger to technology and innovation. In his professional career, he’s shepherded…
Mentoring women as leaders
As the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately disrupted female career paths, establishing mentoring relationships has become…
Female business leaders share mentoring views
Several female business leaders from throughout the Corridor shared their thoughts on the importance of…
Cryptocurrency and your business
In some ways, cryptocurrency is like the shiny new toy under the tree on Christmas…
Nonprofits found creative ways to fulfill missions in a challenging year
By most accounts, the need for nonprofit agencies has never been greater than in the…
China & Trade Symposium
An in-depth look at the dynamic and changing geopolitical relationship with China, especially in light…
Calling all ninja warriors
If you’ve ever watched the sports competition TV show “American Ninja Warrior,” you’ve likely had…
Return to the office?
What does a return to work look like? There’s no single answer or prescribed process,…
More women venturing into investments, but challenges remain
Despite the notable gains made by women in the workforce in recent years, including growth…
