The Trickle Effect: How One Decision Shapes the Cedar Valley
Picture this: It’s a regular Thursday morning in the Cedar Valley. The sun rises and somewhere, a business leader sits down for coffee with a member of Grow Cedar Valley’s
Fly Local, Grow Local
Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) is more than just a place to catch a flight—it’s a critical piece of our regional economy. A strong airport helps businesses grow, attracts new investment,
Taking the Cedar Valley to the East Coast
Last week, Lisa and I packed our bags and set off for a whirlwind business development trip to New York and New Jersey. Our mission? To put the Cedar Valley
Measuring Growth and Progress in the Cedar Valley
Over the past year, Grow Cedar Valley has worked to attract and support businesses, create opportunities for residents and ensure that local communities are well-positioned for long-term success. These efforts
FORGING GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Expansion of international companies is a fundamental part of diversifying local economies and happens to be part of Grow Cedar Valley’s 5-year Strategic Plan. For the last eight years (minus
Celebrating Growth and Collaboration
Just recently, Grow Cedar Valley celebrated the 20th anniversary of a pivotal merger that unified the Cedar Falls Chamber of Commerce, the Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, and Cedar Valley Economic
Shaping the Future: The Role of Placemaking in the Cedar Valley
The term “placemaking” is frequently mentioned in discussing talent retention and attraction efforts and its significance can vary. For the Cedar Valley, placemaking entails creating, preserving, and improving the area’s