workforce

MakeMyMove campaign draws first participant to Cedar Rapids area – and more on the way
The Collaborative Growth Initiative, a workforce recruitment effort by the cities of Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha, just launched its MakeMyMove Greater Cedar Rapids campaign last month. Now, the campaign has brought its first new participant to the metro area,…
Editorial: Providing workforce clarity
During Iowa Governor Kim Reynold’s government realignment process several years ago, there was some confusion…

Iowa Workforce Development honored for efforts to reduce unemployment
Iowa Workforce Development has been recognized with the 2024 Full Employment Award from the American…

A second chance for Iowa’s workforce and communities
As an organization that has built its foundation in Iowa for over 48 years, we…

Developing Iowa’s talent pipeline
With a 12-month average jobs opening rate of 5.37%, Iowa ranks 44th on WalletHub’s compilation…

Iowa’s youth labor law leaves small businesses and teen workers in hot water
An Iowa bill meant to expand employment opportunities has backfired on the businesses it aimed…

Iowa January unemployment rate holds steady at 3%
Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3% in January, down from the 3.2% announced in…

GEICO announces layoff of 25 employees in North Liberty
GEICO has announced a layoff of 25 employees at its North Liberty office, part of…

Officials discuss initiatives to address workforce shortage in Corridor, across Iowa
While there’s no “silver bullet” for addressing Iowa’s ongoing workforce shortage, several resources and initiatives…

Iowa Workforce unveils new website
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has unveiled a new website intended to simplify the presentation of…

Vision to Vitality forum to address workforce, talent retention
The Iowa Business Council (IBC) will hold a Vision to Vitality forum with UnityPoint Health…

Creating a vibrant workforce and community
As the mother of two grown daughters, it’s safe to say that anytime they ask…
GoDaddy laying off 8% of global workforce
GoDaddy is laying off 8% of its global workforce as the domain registrar and hosting…

Kirkwood releases results from area workforce survey
Kirkwood Community College has released the results from the Skills 2024 Survey, a report created…

Legislative Launch policies revealed, workforce remains first priority
The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance (CRMEA) and the Iowa City Area Business Partnership (ICABP)…

Kirkwood, CID announce major funding for new aviation program
Nearly $1 million from a federal grant and local sources will go toward funding Kirkwood…
