Small Business Development Center - South Central Iowa

11/07/2025

Small Business Saturday is almost here! Celebrate your favorite small businesses on November 29! 🥳

09/08/2025

Another great business event to attend!

We will be kicking off our Rooted In Ringgold Small Business Development Series next week! Come join us! Lunch will be provided and it's free to attend. RSVP is necessary!

09/08/2025

Did you know when unexpected disasters strike, 40% of small
businesses never reopen afterward? This workshop will give you the
practical tools and strategies you need to protect your operations.
Through three critical phases you’ll learn how to assess risks, manage
crises, maintain business continuity, and rebuild stronger than before.

We are excited to be hosting Emergency Preparedness Workshops at four locations in the South Central Iowa SBDC region next week! Select the one that works best for you:

Tuesday, September 16 - 6 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hotel Greenfield in Greenfield - Register Here: https://forms.gle/4xJk11AvyppJ5wyo7

Wednesday, September 17 - 8 AM - 9:30 AM @ Stella's Event Center in Corning - Register Here: https://forms.gle/zPYjgkGpGZ9R85ak9

Wednesday, September 17 - 12 PM - 1:30 PM @ UCDA Roundhouse in Creston - Register Here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/6ZY76YQ274REY/checkout/CPIOQHECYVHDH6NFCIQTP6H5

Wednesday, September 17 - 3 PM - 4:30 PM @ Osceola Chamber Main Street/Clarke County Development Offices - Register Here: https://forms.gle/GtNS88MZzjF9paU16

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02/18/2025

Great workshop for anyone considering starting a business!

Sign up for just start: Introduction to Entrepreneurship at The Roundhouse! Just start focuses on the beginning steps of your business, allowing you to ensure that all your ducks are in a row. Register today at the link below👇

unioncountyiowa.com/juststart

12/20/2024

Congratulations HomeGrown Christian Learning Center!!

This week we are excited to spotlight HomeGrown Christian Learning Center in Osceola, IA! ✨

After many years in the public school system, sister-in-laws Alena Phillips and Jamie Porter began exploring outside opportunities. They loved teaching, but the public school system that they were a part of was not conducive to their lifestyles. After exploring different avenues, Alena and Jamie established HomeGrown Christian Learning Center in March 2023.

Continue Reading: https://iowasbdc.org/homegrown-christian-learning-center-osceola/

12/06/2024

Congratulations Medicap Pharmacy- Creston, IA!!

This week we are excited to spotlight Medicap Pharmacy- Creston, IA!✨

Alex Pettit, PharmD, grew up in Union County and knew he wanted to return there after schooling. So, after Alex finished schooling, he returned to Union County and joined the Medicap Pharmacy team in Creston, IA.

Continue Reading: https://iowasbdc.org/medicap-pharmacy-creston/

11/22/2024

11/12/2024

1/1/25 deadline for existing reporting entities is quickly approaching and there are significant fines and penalties for failure to file. Still unsure if it applies to your small business? Visit https://www.fincen.gov/boi for more information or reach out to your SBDC director.

11/04/2024

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Get ready to celebrate the 15th Small Business Saturday!

11/04/2024

Get ready to celebrate the 15th Small Business Saturday!