Small Business Development Center Sioux City Iowa

03/18/2026

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Today we celebrate the small businesses that drive our communities forward and the dedicated Iowa SBDC counselors who work alongside them every step of the way. From launching new ideas to helping businesses grow and succeed, this work is only possible because of the strong partnerships between entrepreneurs and our SBDC teams.

We’re proud to support Iowa’s small business community and grateful for the impact being made across the state every day.

Have an SBDC success story? We’d love to hear it! Tag us and use to share your experience.

02/04/2026

Ready to work smarter in construction?

Join CIRAS for a hands-on session introducing practical AI tools that can help save time, reduce manual work, and boost productivity on real construction projects.

No AI experience needed. Bring your laptop, try the tools live, and stay after for structured networking with contractors, project managers, estimators, and other industry professionals.

Learn new skills, discover useful tools, and make valuable connections.

Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/6g82hT47/4a4wQrpxfZ

Step into the future of construction! Join this hands-on session exploring practical AI tools that can save time, reduce manual effort, and boost productivity. This session is designed specifically for industry professionals new to AI who are curious about how it can be applied practically and immediately in their day-to-day operations.

Register Here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82hT47/g/6Ge322C0WS/tech-meets-trade-ai-workshop-industry-networking-4a4wQrpxfZ/overview

01/28/2026

Ready to take your business idea to the next level?

Swimming with the Sharks is open to Siouxland entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs-to-be looking for grant funding to launch or grow their business.

✔️ Siouxland-based businesses
✔️ Live pitch competition
✔️ One finalist may receive up to $4,000 in grant funding

Applications are open now: https://bit.ly/3RL9xua

01/16/2026

11/25/2025

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

11/10/2025

Looking to boost your Excel skills? These virtual classes are a great way to build your confidence and take your business data to the next level.

💻 Master Excel, Your Way!
Whether you’re a beginner, a pro, or somewhere in between, our Virtual Excel Training has a class for you. Build your skills one step at a time with live, interactive sessions designed to fit your needs:
✅ Excel Fundamentals – Perfect for beginners.
✅ Intermediate Excel – Take your skills up a notch.
✅ Advanced Excel – Master sophisticated techniques.
✅ Pivot Tables & Charts – Transform data into powerful visuals.

📅 Reserve your spot today and start excelling: https://bit.ly/CCVirtualExcel
First Session starts Nov 14. Classes are online, live via Zoom: take one, or complete the series!

07/17/2025

Great things ahead for small businesses in western Iowa! The Western Iowa Tech SBDC welcomes new Regional Director Nick Demke, who will be working with entrepreneurs and business owners across the region. Looking forward to seeing the impact and growth to come.

We are excited to announce our new Western Iowa Tech SBDC Regional Director, Nick Demke!✨

Nick Demke will advise and train entrepreneurs and existing business owners in Cherokee, Crawford, Ida, Monona, Plymouth, and Woodbury counties. Nick started his role as regional director on July 16th and is excited to continue supporting western Iowa businesses!

Press Release: https://conta.cc/457vbB7

Welcome, Nick!✨

06/24/2025

📢Cherokee County Businesses 📢
Join us for a FREE Lunch & Learn: AI for Small Business put on by Cherokee Area Economic Development Corporation

📅 Thursday, June 26 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Cherokee County Emergency Management Conference Room
(322 Lake Street – Former Work Activity Center)

🔍 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to talk to AI tools (no tech experience needed!)
✅ Streamline emails, marketing, and admin work
✅ Real examples & hands-on practice
✅ Tools you can use TODAY to save time and grow smarter
✅ How to “De-AI” your content so it still sounds human

🥪 Lunch at 11:30 | Program from 12:00–1:00 PM
📞 Register by calling 712-225-5739 or emailing [email protected]

✨ Walk away with strategies you can apply right away. Let AI be your new assistant!

06/12/2025

Join in on the next Rural Business Blender!

Come to Embrace Salon & Boutique in Moville on Friday, June 13 at 9 AM to hear from Tara, the inspiring founder behind this growing small-town business. She’ll share her journey of launching and building Embrace Salon and Boutique—what worked, what didn’t, and what she’s learned along the way.

This event is hosted by IWCI: Iowa's West Coast Initiative, a phenomenal community partner working to spotlight rural entrepreneurs and strengthen local business networks. 💼💬

✅ Connect with fellow small business owners
✅ Gain real insights from Tara’s entrepreneurial story
✅ Get inspired to take your next big step

📍 Location: Embrace Salon & Boutique, 229 Main Street, Moville
🗓 Date & Time: Friday, June 13 | 9 AM

03/31/2025

Exciting news! We were featured in the Sioux City Journal’s ‘Five Questions’ series! From our beginnings baking at home to making our new home in the Art SUX Gallery building, we shared all the delicious details.

Curious about why we put a period at the end of crumb.? Or why bagels are our latest obsession?

Find out here: https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/article_b2d85b8a-ff5c-11ef-a33c-237c8d0e8e25.html

Thanks so much to Mason Dockter and the Sioux City Journal for the feature!
📸 Photo by Tim Hynds, Sioux City Journal.

03/31/2025

Beer and burritos for brunch? El Comal, the eatery inside Jackson Street Brewing, offers unique menu items every weekend.