Blog - Grow Cedar Valley

CBE Companies Announces Establishment of Racial Equality Training Fund in Partnership with Waterloo Community Foundation

posted on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 in Investor Highlights

Tom Penaluna (Chairman and CEO, CBE) announced today that CBE has donated to establish a fund, in conjunction with the Waterloo Community Foundation, to which contributions can be made in support of the Waterloo Police's efforts to improve race relations in our local community.

Cedar Valley Businesses Receive State Recognition for Work and Innovation in the Technology Industry

posted on Friday, June 26, 2020 in Investor Highlights

Each year, the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) hosts the Prometheus Awards Week to recognize individuals, companies, and communities who are making great strides in the technology industry within Iowa. This year, Governor Kim Reynolds proclaimed Technology Week in Iowa as June 22 – 26 in conjunction with TAI's Prometheus Awards Week.

Waterloo East High and SERVPRO Recognized at State Level Character Counts

posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 in Investor Highlights

Waterloo's East High JROTC program and SERVPRO have been recognized by Robert D. and Billie Ray Center (formerly Character Counts of Iowa) for their adherence to the Character Counts Siz Pillars of Character.

COVID-19 Update & Resources

posted on Monday, June 22, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

As our local, state, and federal response to the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve, take time now to firm up your business continuity plans and prepare to put those plans in motion.

Melissa Reade Recipient of the Iowa Women's Foundation Ovation Award

posted on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

Leader Valley Director, Melissa Reade, is one of 10 in the Cedar Valley Region to receive the 2020 Iowa Women's Foundation Ovation Award. The Iowa Women's Foundation focuses is to improve the lives of women and girls right here in Iowa.

Iowa Chamber Alliance Update: June

posted on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 in Government Affairs

Grow Cedar Valley is a member of the Iowa Chamber Alliance (ICA), a federation of the 16 largest economic and community development organizations in the state. ICA has full-time lobbyist representation in the Capitol who tracks legislation closely during the session. Grow Cedar Valley will continue to provide members with updates.

Cedar Falls Utilities Named 2020 Fastest ISP

posted on Monday, June 15, 2020 in The Cedar Valley Community

With more Americans now working from home, residential internet speed is crucial. PC Magazine calculated the fastest ISPs, naming Cedar Falls Utilities (CFU) fastest ISP (internet service provider) of 2020.

A Message from Grow Cedar Valley's Economic Inclusion Partnership: Committed to Equality for All

posted on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

For too long inequalities and, inequities have been annealed into the framework of our nation. Recent national coverage has reminded all of us of the reality our African American/ Black colleagues face each day. Grow Cedar Valley's Economic Inclusion Partnership stands in solidarity with efforts that are addressing systemic racism. The Economic Inclusion Partnership works to ensure everyone has access to the economy if they so choose.

A Message from the CEO: Looking forward to Growing the Cedar Valley

posted on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

These past weeks, months, and days have been a true test of how strong and resilient the Cedar Valley community is. I hope we are all starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel, perhaps we are even on the road to recovery and closing in on getting back to business as usual. If not, you can be assured that time will come.

Cedar Valley Virtual Concert featuring Maddie Poppe to Support Local Businesses

posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 in Living Here

Live the Valley and Cedar Valley Strong will host a free live concert from local star, Maddie Poppe this Friday, May 8, 2020 at 7:30 PM to help support and benefit Cedar Valley Businesses.