North Central Iowa SBDC

03/25/2026

✨ Do you love helping people turn ideas into reality? ✨
Are you the kind of person who…
• Gets energized by solving problems
• Loves learning about all kinds of industries
• Can strike up a conversation with just about anyone
• Believes strong small businesses = strong communities

Then this might be your kind of role 👇

Iowa Central Community College is hiring a Small Business Development Regional Director to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across North Central Iowa.

This role is equal parts advisor, connector, strategist, and cheerleader—working one-on-one with business owners, leading trainings, building partnerships, and helping bring ideas to life at every stage of the journey.

You’ll get to:
💡 Help people build and grow their dreams
🤝 Collaborate with community leaders and stakeholders
📊 Work across industries (no two days look the same!)
🌱 Contribute to the economic vitality of our region

If you (or someone you know) thrives on meaningful work, connection, and impact—this is a really special opportunity.

📍 Fort Dodge, IA
💼 Full-Time
📅 Apply by April 17

👉 Apply here: https://www.schooljobs.com/.../north-central-iowa..

And as always—feel free to share or tag someone who would be amazing in this role 💛

Iowa Central Community College is hiring a Small Business Development Regional Director to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across the region. This full-time role blends one-on-one business advising, program management, and community outreach—helping clients access resources, grow their operations, and succeed at every stage.
From leading workshops and building partnerships to managing center operations and driving regional economic development, this is a great opportunity for someone passionate about empowering small businesses and strengthening local communities.
📍 Fort Dodge, IA
💼 Full-Time
📅 Apply by April 17
To Apply: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/iowacentral/jobs/5274559-0/north-central-iowa-regional-small-business-development-director

02/12/2026

We are here to support your small business in meeting your goals for 2026. Visit www.iowasbdc.org to register for 1:1 confidential business counseling today!

Tis the season for resolutions. How’s your business's New Year’s resolution going so far? Whether you’re planning, pivoting, or just getting started, we’re here to support you!

01/30/2026

Attention Jefferson & Greene County entrepreneurs and small business owners:

🤝 Not sure what business resources are available locally?

BYOB - Build Your Own Business brings several local organizations together in one place to share what support exists for new and existing businesses. The first session, Intro to Resources, is all about learning who to talk to, what help is out there, and how to get started.

Join us on March 2 from 5:30–7:00 pm for pizza, light refreshments, a short panel, and time for questions and conversation.

👉 Pre-register here: https://shorturl.at/4oF6d

🤝 Not sure what business resources are available locally?

BYOB - Build Your Own Business brings several local organizations together in one place to share what support exists for new and existing businesses. The first session, Intro to Resources, is all about learning who to talk to, what help is out there, and how to get started.

Join us on March 2 from 5:30–7:00 pm for pizza, light refreshments, a short panel, and time for questions and conversation.

👉 Pre-register here: https://shorturl.at/4oF6d

01/21/2026

11/26/2025

Mark your calendar! This Saturday is small Business Saturday. Support your favorites small businesses this holiday season!

11/12/2025

Hope to see you there!

09/25/2025

We have several Lunch & Learn Sessions coming up where you can learn more about the State Small Business Collateral Initiative.

Oct 1st - Belmond
Oct 2nd - Rockwell City
Oct 3rd - Webster City
Oct 7th - Carroll
Oct 8th - Humboldt
Oct 24th - Casey
Oct 28th - Fort Dodge

Registration is requested. To see a full list of dates and locations, visit https://iowasbdc.org/calendar-2/

09/25/2025

Did you know that Iowa has a $96 million investment from the Department of Treasury to support Iowa's small businesses, startups, and manufacturers?

Join us for a free lunch and learn informational panel event to learn about the State Small Business Credit Initiative programs!

📆 Wednesday, October 1st I 11:30 am - 1 pm
📍Sugarpie Bakery & Cafe - Belmond, IA

Register: https://forms.gle/K3KrLZUWC7v8HeS48

09/15/2025

🚀 Don’t miss your chance to take your business to the next level!

The Journey to Your Vision seminar is coming to our region – a $350 value offered to you at no cost! This seminar has been hosted in multiple locations in Iowa.

Learn more & register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/carroll-ia-the-journey-to-your-vision-seminar-tickets-1481899073019?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/05/2025

Learn more about out KCG Transportation in this weeks Business Spotlight. Congratulation, Brodie! We are excited to see what the future holds for you.

This week we are excited to spotlight KCG Transportation Inc. out of North Central Iowa! ✨

KCG Transportation Inc. is a freight brokerage that works with general manufacturers and businesses that need to ship products to their customers or another location. KCG provides cost estimates, manages the logistics, and coordinates with trucking companies for shipping.

📲Continue Reading: https://iowasbdc.org/kcg-transportation-inc-north-central-iowa/

North Central Iowa SBDC

09/04/2025

Another great business in our region! Learn more about Art of Aries Studio on this week’s podcast.

Mitchell talks with friends Tyler Gathercoal and Tollef Sorenson about Art of Aries Studios, uniquely situated in Jefferson, Iowa to give music artists and filmmakers in the midwest an opportunity to professionally hone their craft and present their work. They talk about how creativity meets entrepreneurship, and how the friends learned to develop their passion into a business.

Stream the Rural Business Innovators Podcast here or wherever you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/7cSxs5ML0hIqHYOwRaLEgO