Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center to offer a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business. Start Smart will […]
Jagged Live in NYC: A Broadway Reunion Concert
For the first time in nearly 10 months, the Broadway cast of the 15-time Tony Award-nominated musical Jagged Little Pill is reuniting on stage for one night only – in a special performance live from NYC. On Sunday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m., Jagged Live In NYC: A Broadway Reunion Concert will stream a special live performance. All tickets purchased […]
North Iowa Businesses Compete in Venture School Launch Day Pitch Competition
MASON CITY, Iowa— The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the Venture School Launch Day Competition on Thursday, November 19, 2020. The Fall 2020 cohort of 11 teams competed virtually after 8 weeks of training, developing their plans, and working with mentors. A panel of judges (Robin Anderson, Mason City Chamber; Kyle Bermel, Metalcraft; Matt […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Eric Follmuth of Splash Multisport as the November 2020 Entrepreneur of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Eric Follmuth of Splash Multisport in Mason City, IA as the November 2020 Entrepreneur of the Month. When Splash Multisport was founded in 2005, Eric Follmuth was a swim coach involved in competitive swimming who had noticed that there was […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center is offering a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business. Start Smart will […]
NIACC Men’s Cross Country Team National Champions
National Champions. That’s what the members of the 2020 NIACC men’s cross country team can call themselves for the rest of their lives. NIACC claimed the school’s first national cross country title and third overall national team title in school history Saturday afternoon at the Lakeside Golf Course. Other NIACC teams to win national team titles […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC to hold Entrepreneurship Events during Global Entrepreneurship Week (Nov 16-21)
MASON CITY, Iowa – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center & SBDC is hosting 6 days of events in celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week on November 16-21. Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) inspires millions every year to explore their potential while fostering connections and increasing collaboration within their ecosystems to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen communities. Founded […]
Online Presentation on African American History to be held on November 12
North Iowa Area Community College will offer an online movie like presentation about African-American History on Thursday, November 12, from 5:博天堂娛樂城 P.M. to 6:博天堂娛樂城 P.M. This presentation is sponsored by Humanities Iowa and NIACC’s Lifelong Learning Institute. This 17 minute presentation, featuring highlights of our African-American History, is open to the public and free of […]
Groundbreaking Event for New Career Center in Forest City
On Monday, local and state officials gathered in Forest City to break ground on the new John V. Hanson Career Center. Thanks to a combination of bond revenue, generous donations by the Hanson Family Foundation and the City of Forest City, and a $1 million grant from the IA Department of Education, the John V. […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Jeff and Lori Otto of Otto’s Oasis as the October 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to recognize Jeff and Lori Otto of Otto’s Oasis in Charles City, IA as the October 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month. Jeff and Lori are entrepreneurs who know the importance of resilience and building a strong team. Otto’s Oasis is a destination […]
TechTalk hosts Preparing the Future Workforce through Innovative Education-Business Partnerships panel on October 27
MASON CITY, Iowa – North Iowa’s educators, professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners are invited to participate in a virtual discussion panel at TechTalk: Preparing the Future Workforce through Innovative Education-Business Partnerships on Tuesday, October 27 at 5pm. North Iowans know the importance of STEM education and careers – and we’re ready for the next steps. […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is partnering with IowaWORKS to offer a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to […]
North Iowa businesses invited to apply to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program
Grow your business right here in Iowa with the help of the world-class Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program.North Iowa businesses are invited to apply by November 19, 2020. Applicants selected for the program will receive a world-class business education and connections to a professional support network at no cost. The 10,000 Small Businesses program […]
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Frank & Julie Fox of Fox Auction Company as the September 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Frank and Julie Fox of Fox Auction in Mason City, IA as the September 2020 Entrepreneurs of the Month. Frank Fox founded Fox Auctions in 2004. Frank grew up on a farm and was familiar with the world of auctions […]
Free Start Smart Workshop to be offered over Zoom
The NIACC Pappajohn Center and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. At Start Smart, participants will learn how to create a business plan, conduct market research, discuss different types of business ownership, and learn how to register a business. Start Smart […]