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Digital Talent Attraction and Cedar Valley Branding in 2020

posted on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

Iowa needs more people – perceptions and resources are crucial. “There are more than 80,000 job openings across the state of Iowa, and it underscores the strength of our labor market,” said Gov. Reynolds. This barrier is not exclusive to Iowa or the Midwest but is one impacting all fifty states.

Meet the CVLI Class of 2020 - Blue Team

posted on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in Grow Cedar Valley

The 2019-2020 Cedar Valley Leadership Institute (CVLI) class is in full swing! Over the next seven-month class will be learning about their community. We are excited for this group of talented individuals to grow personally, professionally and increase their knowledge of their community through this eight month course!

Meet the CVLI Class of 2020 - Red Team

posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

The 2019-2020 Cedar Valley Leadership Institute (CVLI) class is in full swing! Get to meet the members of the RedTeam! Over the next seven-month class will be learning about their community. We are excited for this group of talented individuals to grow personally, professionally and increase their knowledge of their community through this eight month course!

Representing the Cedar Valley in Denver, CO

posted on Friday, November 1, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

Earlier this week Grow Cedar Valley team members, Aaron Jarnagin, and Will Frost, made the trip out to Denver, CO to attend the Iowan Project meetup to connect with Iowa ex-pats.

Creating Brave Spaces in the Cedar Valley - 2019 Economic Inclusion Conference

posted on Monday, October 14, 2019 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.

Cary Darrah Named 2019 Woman of the Year by Cedar Falls Business & Professional Women's Club

posted on Monday, September 30, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

The Cedar Falls Business and Professional Women's Club has announced their choice for their 2019 Woman of the Year recognition, and they have selected Cary Darrah.

Grow Cedar Valley Hosts Leadercast Women with Keynote Speaker Georgia Van Gundy

posted on Thursday, September 12, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

Leaders of all types throughout the state of Iowa are called to attend Leadercast Women 2019 Cedar Valley Simulcast to discover the power of taking courage in their daily leadership lives. The event will include a special live keynote address from, Georgia Van Gundy, Senior Vice President of Administration and Industry/Government Relations for Hy-Vee.

Grow Cedar Valley & The University of Northern Iowa Team up with Cedar Valley Businesses to Host 2019 Economic Conference: Creating Brave Spaces

posted on Thursday, August 29, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

Grow Cedar Valley and the University of Northern Iowa are teaming up with Cedar Valley businesses to host the 2019 Economic Inclusion Conference: Creating Brave Spaces. The conference will be held Friday, October 11 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Diamond Event Center in Cedar Falls.

Cedar Rapids Named Second-Best Home Base City for U.S. Road Trips

posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

The city of Cedar Rapids was named the second-best place to start a road tip in the country last week by Livability, a website that ranks small and mid-size cities.

Cary Darrah Elected to Iowa Chamber Alliance Executive Committee

posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in Grow Cedar Valley

Grow Cedar Valley President & CEO, Cary Darrah was elected to serve on the Iowa Chamber Alliance Executive Committee.