Opinion
CBJ editorial: Duane Arnold restart is worth the wait
The Corridor Business Journal was first to report that NextEra Energy was exploring a restart of the Duane Arnold Energy Center. We continue to follow that story closely, and what has become clear is this: Restarting a partially decommissioned nuclear…
CBJ editorial: Denise Jamieson is our most influential pick
We congratulate Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell for being selected by our readers as the…
A second chance for Iowa’s workforce and communities
As an organization that has built its foundation in Iowa for over 48 years, we…
Driving strategic growth for your company with a fractional CMO
Ten years ago there was little conversation about fractional Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs). Today, it’s…
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…
CBJ editorial: Johnson County Conservation Bond makes sense
The Corridor is a great place for families and businesses. But how can we make…
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…
CBJ editorial: Cedar Rapids’ data center mojo continues
The economic development momentum for Cedar Rapids continues with the announcement of another data center…
Defining innovation in Iowa: The path forward
Over the past decade serving as president of the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI), I’ve…
CBJ editorial: IUC makes bad policy
The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) changed its name to the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) on…
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…
The Corridor’s long-term success relies on its access to great health care
One differentiator in the long-term success of any region is talent attraction and retention. Another…
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…
CBJ editorial: Iowa’s tax climate improves, employment remains steady and Pientok retires
Iowa’s business tax climate improves The Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate rankings from 2018…
