Opinion
CBJ editorial: Maintaining fiscal prudence
In recent years, Iowa has been known for its fiscal prudence. But that may be slipping. According to a March 2025 Fitch Ratings report, “the state of Iowa’s ‘AAA’ Long-Term IDR and Stable Outlook reflect Iowa’s stable economic and employment…
Nine ways to gain more from your survey
If you conduct an annual or periodic survey, don’t simply “rinse and repeat,” like many…
Iowa secretary of agriculture: Making an impact in 2023
2023 marked 100 years since the Iowa Legislature created the position of Iowa Secretary of…
Pay your team to innovate in 2024
I spend a lot of time thinking about technology and the future (and yes, not…
Editorial: Thanks Caitlin Clark
Even casual observers of NCAA women’s basketball understand how University of Iowa women’s basketball star…
The New ‘Rules’ of business etiquette in the 2020s
Does it seem like the rules of doing business are constantly changing? One minute, it’s…
Engelmann fills another niche
There are few people in the Corridor over the past 20 years who have supported…
Iowa football and what stays the same
There’s a great little tradition in Iowa City called the Monday Morning Quarterback Club. Local…
Why smart businesses should invest in marketing despite inflation
As high inflation continues to loom large over the United States, it’s a natural reaction…
Aegon doubles down in Cedar Rapids
When Corridor business leader Pat Baird retired as CEO of Aegon USA in 2010, his…
Focused partnerships; focused growth
Regional collaboration, with a focus on public-private partnerships, fuels economic vitality. That was the resounding…
How to keep the good ideas flowing
Imagine you have a fantastic idea that you think will do great things for your…
Regular check-ups protect your brand health
For many organizations, the most valuable asset is their brand. A brand typically makes a…
Welcoming Kristie Fisher home
We welcome back Kristie Fisher to the Corridor as the new president of Kirkwood Community…
Are you frustrated with posting resumes with no responses?
Many career searchers immediately look at job boards when looking for a new job. Unknowingly,…
A community hospital, if you can keep it
“A republic, if you can keep it,” was Benjamin Franklin’s famous answer when he was…
