talent & workforce
Build Your Workforce
Your Partner in Talent Solutions
For employers in businesses of all shapes and sizes — we connect you with resources to attract and retain talent with the full complement of skills you need now and into the future. In this super-tight job market, let’s start a conversation about your needs and how we can work together to bring the right people to your door.
Workforce Development in Action
Driving Talent Growth in the Cedar Valley
Grow Cedar Valley is making significant efforts to support workforce development and talent attraction in the Cedar Valley through a variety of events, meetings, and programs. Here’s a look at some of our key initiatives and engagements:
In response to forecasted population declines for our area, Grow Cedar Valley is conducting an in-depth population study to identify root causes and best practices for solutions. This will form the basis for a public and private sector action plan over the next decade, strategically addressing these challenges to ensure long-term regional growth.
Grow Cedar Valley is developing a user-friendly virtual tool to connect businesses and individuals with workforce resources. This accessible ecosystem will help local organizations and talent find opportunities and support, making it easier to navigate resources across the Cedar Valley.
Our Workforce & Talent team is actively participating in Iowa’s Community Champion Program. This program is designed to create connections by linking prospective residents directly with local experts who can offer information on job opportunities, help navigate housing options, or share the unique lifestyle benefits of the Cedar Valley. Over 1,500 individuals have already shown interest in moving to Iowa by filling out a form on ThisIsIowa.com, and Stephanie has personally connected with 62 of them.
We designed an exclusive website page to connect highly skilled and experienced professionals with employers seeking top talent in the Cedar Valley. Through this page, we aim to support displaced employees in discovering new career paths and connecting them with organizations seeking their expertise.
professional development
Growth and Success
At Grow Cedar Valley, we are committed to empowering professionals and organizations to grow within their workplaces and the community. Explore these professional development opportunities designed to encourage the retention of professionals in the Cedar Valley by creating meaningful opportunities for networking, skill-building, and career advancement.
Young
Professionals
Connect, grow, and make an impact through opportunities designed for the next generation of leaders in our community.
Cedar Valley Leadership Institute
Designed to create community awareness while developing individual leadership skills
RESOURCES
networking opportunities
Grow Cedar Valley hosts several impactful events, drawing significant participation from our community and bringing together community professionals and leaders to engage, learn, and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the Cedar Valley.