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Empowered Solutions Collective partners with 2892 Miles To Go for new youth-led initiative

The Cedar Rapids-based Empowered Solutions Collective has announced the launch of “Cultivating Stories of Resilience,” a youth-led initiative, as stated in a news release from the consulting firm.  The initiative was developed in partnership with 2892 Miles To Go, a…

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How microlearning can improve workforce development

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Working capital is like gas in your car

By Scott Bushkie / Guest Column When buyers acquire a company in the middle market,…