Eximia Research, an integrated clinical trial network based in Raleigh, N.C., is expanding to Iowa and has acquired Integrated Clinical Trial Services Inc. According to a news release, Eximia’s acquisition of the West Des Moines-based ICTS, which is the only full-time dedicated research clinic in the Des Moines metro area,…
The Latina Leadership Initiative of Greater Des Moines (LLI), a nonprofit organization founded in 2013 to provide leadership programming to Latina women, is launching a new pilot program designed for Latina entrepreneurs. Helping Entrepreneurs Rise, Building Innovative Zeal, or HERBIZ, is a 40-hour workshop that aims to provide essential skills for…
The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education has received a $100,000 grant from Google to support STEM programming across Iowa. The grant, which will support Iowa’s STEM programs, was presented during the annual STEM Day at this year’s Iowa State Fair. “Google’s investment in Iowa’s STEM programs…
Ag Startup Engine announced the inaugural winners of the Ag-tech Founder of the Year and Ag-tech Startup of the Year awards during its 2024 Ag Innovators Unconference on Oct. 3. Kyle McMahon, founder of Tractor Zoom, was named Ag-tech Founder of the Year, and FloVision Solutions, led by Rian Mc…
Applications are open now through Nov. 27 for the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grants. The grants can be used for projects that increase the availability of locally produced dairy products, including the purchase of on-farm pasteurization equipment or labor-reducing technology or equipment. This…
The city of Iowa City has launched a new grant program opportunity for Iowa City-based small business owners and entrepreneurs who fall under the Targeted Small Business definition. The Targeted Small Business Development Grant Program will provide up to $5,000 in grant funding as well as business coaching and technical assistance services…
The third annual Iowa Angel Investor Summit for active and aspiring angel investors is on Nov. 19 at the Landus Des Moines location. In addition to sessions on covering topics around investing in new startups in exchange for ownership equity, the summit will hold the Best of the Midwest pitch…
The North Iowa Area Community College Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center recognized seven entrepreneurs and businesses during the 2024 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala on Oct. 3. This year’s award winners are:
EnGeniousAg, a startup focused on advanced nitrogen sensing applications, has been acquired by CropX, a provider of farm management solutions. EnGeniousAg is a spinout from Iowa State University based on research funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Its founders are Iowa State University professors Michael Castellano, Liang Dong and Patrick Schnable, and…
Central College is hosting an event series featuring entrepreneurs and workshops hosted by Matt Sutter, lecturer of accounting and director of entrepreneurship at Central. Each event begins at 7 p.m. and is open to the public. For the event locations, click here. The sessions are:
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