Grow Cedar Valley

• Engage, Empower, Act 2021 Economic Diversity & Inclusion Conference

  posted on Friday, August 27, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  This year's conference is the next step in our community's journey of inclusion; by building value and appreciation from varying perspectives, experiences, and cultures. While we have been very intentional to have honest conversations and disrupt bias, we know that there is much more work for us to do. Everyone in our community has an equally important role to create a culture of inclusive excellence.

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  Cedar Valley Investors Support Grow Cedar Valley Through Voluntary Assessment

  posted on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Over 230 Grow Cedar Valley Investors contributed an additional 10% to the mission and programming of Grow Cedar Valley.

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  Grow Cedar Valley Elects New Leadership

  posted on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Becky Guinn, Waterloo Factory Manager of John Deere Waterloo Operations, was elected as Chair of the Grow Cedar Valley Board of Directors and began her term at the annual meeting held July 20 at the Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center in downtown Waterloo. Guinn will chair the regional economic and community development organization through the 2022 fiscal year.

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  The Two Sides of a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

  posted on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  There has been a lot of discussions surrounding the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. These thoughts are often followed by a business case, of some sort, revealing these efforts aren't just the right thing to do, but they are also good for business. The intention behind this logic is healthy and its justification well-accepted; then why do we still have workplaces that are culturally homologous?

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  Grow Cedar Valley Announces 2021 Annual Celebration and Annual Awards

  posted on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Grow Cedar Valley Executive Committee is committed to hosting an in-person Annual Celebration to recognize the 2021 annual award recipients for their outstanding achievements and dedication to the Cedar Valley.

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  Grow Cedar Valley Presents to Waterloo Community Foundation

  posted on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Grow Cedar Valley staff spoke to businesses, organizations, and community members on talent development and project updates. Windows on Waterloo is hosted by the Waterloo Community Foundation. Our staff who presented included Cary Darrah, President & CEO, Will Frost, Director of Talent Development, Aaron Jarnagin, Director of Marketing. This educational series is offered monthly by the Waterloo Community Foundation.

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  Sommerfelt Celebrates 10 Year Work Anniversary

  posted on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Sommerfelt celebrates 10-year work anniversary at Grow Cedar Valley. Sandi reflects on her 10 years with Grow Cedar Valley.

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  Grow Cedar Valley Staff Attended and Presented at IACC Spring Conference

  posted on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Grow Cedar Valley Staff Attended and Presented at Iowa Association of Chamber of Commerce (IACC) Spring Conference.

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  Frost Appointed to Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Board of Directors

  posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Grow Cedar Valley

  The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa has elected officers and new members to its board of directors for 2021.

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  Grow Cedar Valley Announces Leadercast Women - Ripple Effect

  posted on Friday, December 18, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

  Grow Cedar Valley is excited to announce Leadercast Women – Ripple Effect to be held the morning of February 5 from 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM. Amplify your leadership impact at Leadercast 2021—Ripple Effect.