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5 Employee Benefits Trends to Watch in 2026
Turning the page to a new year typically motivates many of us to make resolutions — whether they may be focused on health and wellness, financial goals, or personal growth. There seem to be popular trends every year like eating…
Made in Iowa: How a Second-Generation Family Manufacturer is Shaping the Future of Industrial Safety
In the heart of the Midwest, Grace Technologies is proving that innovation, engineering, and manufacturing…

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,…

More Than Two to Tango?
In the insurance industry, we often talk about increased costs associated with claims and lawsuits…

Solving Business Challenges with Smarter Treasury Management
Cash flow is king — everyone knows that, right? Knowing how to manage the movement…

Manufacturers: Need to spend in Q4?
As Q4 approaches, manufacturers are wrapping up projects, allocating remaining budgets – and sometimes finding…

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…

What happens when the ‘wolf’ is confronted?
The fairy tale of the boy who cried wolf dates back more than 2,500 years.…

Strong Energy Infrastructure Brings Economic Development Opportunities
Recently, Alliant Energy, in collaboration with the City of Cedar Rapids, officially confirmed QTS will…

Financial Planning for Successful Business Owners
A successful business owner must balance the intricacies of growing a business with the nuances…

What you should notice about CR’s construction landscape
A drive through Cedar Rapids will give you a glimpse of Rinderknecht Associates’ widespread imprint…

Are You Living a ‘Life Well-Lived?’
What is a “life well-lived?” It’s a term I use frequently with clients and in…






