Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI) has opened nominations for the 26th Annual Corridor Business Hall of Fame, set for Sept. 18. The event honors influential business leaders who have made a lasting impact on Eastern Iowa’s economy, communities, and the free enterprise system.
Community members are encouraged to nominate individuals who demonstrate:
- Impact – A lasting influence on their industry or organization.
- Integrity – Ethical leadership and business practices.
- Community Commitment – Dedication to improving Eastern Iowa.
- Leadership – Serving as exemplary role models.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – Founding, growing or significantly advancing a business with substantial community impact.
An independent committee will select three laureates and one entrepreneur, who will be honored at a black-tie gala featuring professionally produced video biographies.
Nominees must have lived and worked in Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Delaware, Grundy, Iowa, Johnson, Jones or Linn counties and meet the outlined qualifications. Husband-and-wife teams will be considered only if they are equal business partners.
Nominations are due March 28. To submit a nomination or learn more, please visit https://easterniowa.ja.org/events/2025-corridor-business-hall-of-fame.
