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innovationIOWA Panel Discussion
Tuesday, July 18 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Des Moines Heritage Center
Innovation is visible in all corners of the state and in every industry. It is necessary for the success of our economy. For it to thrive, communities, companies, entrepreneurs and stakeholders in education and risk capital circles statewide must continuously adapt to quickly changing technology and the overall business climate. Join us for a panel discussion on where innovation in Iowa stands, where the state is headed and what work can help keep the state moving forward.
Also, get your copy of the 2023 innovationIOWA Magazine and help honor this year’s Corteva Agriscience innovationLEADER and innovationENTREPRENEUR award winners.
- What are areas of progress for innovation in Iowa and where can the state continue to improve?
- How does Iowa ensure all pieces of the ecosystem are helping move the state forward and effectively collaborating?
Panelists:
Eric Engelmann
general partner, ISA Ventures
Nancy Mwirotsi
executive director, Pi515
Lisa Shimkat
state director, America’s SBDC – Iowa
Ellen Willadsen
chief innovation officer/executive sponsor, Holmes Murphy/BrokerTech Ventures
Diana Wright
startup community builder, Greater Des Moines Partnership
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