Business Insight

The Power of a Strong Network in Business and in Benefits

As local small business owners know, running a small business means being part of a community. It’s the relationships you build and the customers you proudly serve that help your business grow and thrive. These individuals are part of your…

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Why Community Banking Still Matters for Businesses

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A Smarter Way to Give

The Future of Work and Career Learning in Iowa

Now more than ever, there are multiple pathways to gain an education and develop the…

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Time to Cash in on AI

Unless you are completely off the grid, you are unlikely to go more than 30…

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Unlocking AI ROI: Five Principles That Turn Pilots into Business Value

Nearly every headline, vendor pitch, and business strategy conversation is about AI. You’re not imagining…

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Iowa Infrastructure Leader WRH Rebrands as Wendler Inc.

WRH, the Corridor-based heavy civil contractor helping to build Cedar Rapids’ permanent flood protection system,…

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Best Practices for Funding Your Commercial Real Estate Project

When you’re looking to finance commercial real estate, discussions with banks can be daunting. However,…

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More Than Two to Tango?

In the insurance industry, we often talk about increased costs associated with claims and lawsuits…

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Solving Business Challenges with Smarter Treasury Management

Cash flow is king — everyone knows that, right? Knowing how to manage the movement…

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Manufacturers: Need to spend in Q4?

As Q4 approaches, manufacturers are wrapping up projects, allocating remaining budgets – and sometimes finding…

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Why Dental Benefits Matter and How to Help Employees Use Them

As you begin discussions about annual benefits enrollment, now’s a good time to ask: Are…

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Is Your 401(k) Plan Helping You Attract and Retain Top Talent?

In today’s competitive job market, offering meaningful benefits is one of the most effective  ways…

Built to Withstand: Strengthening the Supply Chain Through Business Continuity Planning

In today’s interconnected economy, businesses rely heavily on efficient supply chain management to maintain operations,…

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Preventive Care as a Catalyst for Employee Health and Well-Being

More people are putting preventive care on hold, forgoing regular checkups in areas like dental…

Protect Employees from Stressing Over the Unexpected with Legal Benefits

As we look toward spring, it’s a natural time to consider what challenges the new…

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Strong Energy Infrastructure Brings Economic Development Opportunities

Recently, Alliant Energy, in collaboration with the City of Cedar Rapids, officially confirmed QTS will…

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Owning Assets is Cool Again

Long forgotten are the dismal days of 2022. The S&P 500 has recorded new all-time…

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