Small businesses
NFIB publishes October Small Business Optimism Index, jobs report
The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index increased by 2.2 points in October, reaching 93.7, marking the 34th consecutive month it has remained below the 50-year average of 98. Additionally, the Uncertainty Index climbed seven points…
Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce celebrates Cedar Rapids, Iowa City launch
The Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce held its Cedar Rapids/Iowa City launch Thursday evening at…
Whittier Market: big deal to small community
Blink and you’ll miss it. That’s a common phrase you’ll hear from residents of Whittier,…
MEDCO publishes Q2 2023 Marion Community Index
The Marion Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) released the Marion Community Index for the second quarter…
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm to offer handmade pizza
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm, located at 4823 Dingleberry Road NE in Iowa City, is now…
Iowa ranked second best state to start a business
Iowa is the second best state to start a business, according to a new study…
Women-led group dedicated toward Latino entrepreneurs forms
A celebratory launch for Emprendimiento Latino 5M, a new group looking to empower Latino entrepreneurs…
Consumers encouraged to ‘shop small’ this holiday season
Isabella Casillas Guzman, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, is encouraging consumers to “shop…
IEDA announces $96 million investment in Iowa’s small businesses
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has announced a $96 million investment in growing Iowa’s…
Marion small businesses to receive grants from city’s ARPA allocation
Several Marion small businesses will be receiving Business Innovation & Support grants as part of…
SBA approves $22.5 million in Iowa small business loans in May
The U.S. Small Business Administration backed 41 loans for $22,463,900 to Iowa businesses in May,…
SBA approves $12.3 million in Iowa small business loans in April
The U.S. Small Business Administration backed 33 loans for $12,369,800 to Iowa businesses in April,…
Corridor companies see $15M from state relief program
By Katharine Carlon [email protected] Corridor businesses from restaurants to pet groomers have received nearly $15…
Rally C.A.P. initiative aims to spur a comeback
By Adam Moore [email protected] The rally cap, a time-honored superstition for baseball fans hoping for…
Wells Fargo limits PPP loans amid fed asset cap
By CBJ News Staff [email protected] Wells Fargo & Co. is expecting to be a big…
The future of the Corridor is entrepreneurship
By Maurie Cashman | Guest Column Entrepreneurship is important for many reasons, from promoting social…