Johnson County Libraries Are Open-Access Business Support Hubs
Libraries have become increasingly important to our communities’ social and economic well-being. The role of libraries in the contemporary climate is changing. They have become community resilience hubs, with crucial community and business resources. Although they are known for providing access to books, literature, media, and free Wi-Fi, libraries have much more to offer including […]
Greater IC Welcomes Summer Interns to the Iowa City Area
Greater Iowa City, Inc. (Greater IC) is launching a free event series, targeting interns, college students, and early career professionals who are living or working in the greater Iowa City area this summer. The goal of the program, called Ignite IC, is to connect young individuals to the community. Community connection is vital to area […]
The Heart of Workforce Retention
Workforce planning is a critical thread of an economic growth strategy. While talent recruitment often takes the spotlight, it is our companies’ ability to retain talent that fortifies an economy, and our community plays a critical role. Having employees embedded in a thriving community is an overlooked yet profoundly impactful aspect of retention. At […]
Invest in Your Future: Spark Your Interns’ Passion for the Iowa City area with Ignite IC!
As a local employer, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for your company’s success. What better way to do that than by cultivating a love for the Iowa City area in the hearts and minds of the next generation of professionals – your summer interns? Ignite IC, a free summer intern program hosted […]
Connecting Talent with Opportunity: A Pilot Program for Personalized Recruitment in Iowa
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce is critical to the success of any community. The State of Iowa consistently has more job openings than people to fill them. Slow population growth has not kept pace with retirements. At the same time, Americans are more mobile than ever and they are looking for low […]
Revamped Events Drive Innovation through Public-Private Collaboration
Revamped Events Drive Innovation through Public-Private Collaboration Successful communities and resilient economies thrive on a vibrant dance between public and private sectors. Imagine a space that amplifies that harmony. That is the vision behind Greater Iowa City, Inc. (Greater IC)’s revamped Lunch Connections series, designed to ignite opportunities, empower connection, and fuel community and economic […]