New CBJ series: Working for a living
Culver’s crew member Myson Rodgers rings up a sale at the chain’s Edgewood Road location in Cedar Rapids. In an effort to retain workers...
CBJ Q&A: Jennifer Daly
Jennifer Daly, speaking at the CBJ's 2017 Manufacturing Conference in Cedar Rapids. PHOTO ADAM MOORE
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Jennifer Daly has been busy since returning...
NextEra hints at early closure for Duane Arnold
A file photo showing temporary workers replacing the copper wiring in Duane Arnold’s main generator in 2012. PHOTO SARAH BINDER
By Dave DeWitte
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The owner of...
Ditching law for a greener future
Kaveh Mostafavi, the founder of Coralville-based EcoCare Supply, pivoted (twice) to find success in supplies. PHOTO DAVE DEWITTE
By Dave DeWitte
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CORALVILLE—EcoCare Supply owner and founder...
Repour Wine Saver drawing big interest, sales
Cedar Rapids entrepreneur Tom Lutz is saving wine "one glass at a time." PHOTO KATHARINE CARLON
By Katharine Carlon
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Tom Lutz calls the seven-month period since...
Washington decor, consignment store keeps it creative
Leslie Allender and painter Jamie Fritz stand amidst RePurpose It’s showroom of consigned furniture, refinishing projects and home décor. PHOTO EMERY STYRON
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By Emery Styron
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British...
AbouAssaly: Marion’s got the big mo
Marion Mayor Nicholas AbouAssaly addresses efforts to expand affordable housing during his State of the City address, given Jan. 25. PHOTO DAVE DEWITTE
By Dave...
Economic forecast 2018: Big growth, big risks
Deere & Co. economist Luke Chandler predicted big growth and big risks at the CBJ's Economic Forecast Luncheon, held Jan. 17 in downtown Cedar...
Transamerica agreement bringing Tata to CR
A Transamerica sign at the company's North Campus off Edgewood Road on a recent afternoon. PHOTO ADAM MOORE
By Dave DeWitte
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Tata Consultancy Services will soon...
Corridor recruiters playing the long game
Recruiters are starting earlier and getting creative in the fight for talent.
By Dave DeWitte
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The tightest labor market in years has some employers building relationships...