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Iowa business leaders redefine retirement: From full stop to gradual transition
Every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 — according to the Georgetown University Center for Retirement Initiatives — but retirement isn’t what it used to be. Instead of immediate gold watches and farewell parties, many are choosing gradual transitions, part-time…
Shannon Moss, Emma Moss and Megan Cowherd, Moo Moo’s Ice Cream Truck
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.” The lyrics of the comic…
Jess Novotny, Prestige Dance Studio
Dance has been part of Jess Novotny’s life since childhood. Growing up in Dyersville, she…
Paula Wickham, Think Safe
For Paula Wickham, bringing Think Safe to life was not just a professional venture but…
Chelsey Montgomery, Knellhart Academy
As a student at the University of Iowa, becoming a dog trainer was the furthest…
Jan Finlayson, Luxe Interiors
After working in her chosen field for several years, Jan Finlayson felt it was time…
At a crossroads
Entrepreneurs are a different breed. Determined, innovative, fearless, inspired – perhaps even a little crazy.…
Best New Restaurant: Bari Italian
After an unpredictable year of shutdowns, social distancing and other adaptations due to the COVID-19…
Best Cultural Attraction: Brucemore
Although 2020 was certainly challenging with the pandemic and derecho that damaged its buildings and…
Best Jewelry Store: Hands Jewelers
There’s a first time for everything, even for the oldest jeweler in Iowa. Hands Jewelers…
Best Bank: Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
It may seem like just yesterday that Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust put down their…
Best Office Equipment and Supplies: Office Express
Office Express owner Kathy Moeder says her company conducts business as an open book with…
Best Fine Arts Venue: Hancher Auditorium
The COVID-19 pandemic opened up new ways of programming for Hancher Auditorium, the four-time consecutive…
Best Architectural Firm: Neumann Monson
Neumann Monson’s commitment to its clients has earned it the top spot again as the…
Best Printer: Cedar Graphics
Cedar Graphics has entered the Best of the Corridor Hall of Fame realm with its…
Best Photographer/Videographer: Impact Photo/Joe Photo
Impact Photo’s Ed and Molly Kempf have been shooting Corridor weddings, families and special events…