Grow Cedar Valley

10/15/2026

Grow Cedar Valley investors, join us for Business After Hours!

Strong business relationships are built one conversation at a time. Business After Hours gives you a chance to connect with fellow investors and learn about local businesses, with each event hosted at a different investor location. We hope to see you there!

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

Congratulations to Prairie Lakes Management on their grand opening of the Cedar West Apartments in Cedar Falls!

The newly built Cedar West Apartments offers in-unit laundry, secure entrances and elevator access. A pool, gym, sport court, clubhouse and golf simulator give residents spaces to live, relax and play without leaving home.

"We believe home should not only be four walls but a place where you create memories"

-Bianka Syndergaard | Property Manager of Cedar West Apartments

Thank you, community members, tenants and Grow Cedar Valley Ambassadors for helping us celebrate this grand opening with a ribbon cutting.

10/14/2026

What would financial freedom look like for you?

Let’s help you get there. Register for the Small Business Summit: https://members.growcedarvalley.com/events/Details/small-business-summit-2026-1664075

Mike Finley, president of The Crazy Man in the Pink Wig, brings a fresh perspective on the money habits and decisions that shape your future. His session covers saving, investing, tax planning and retirement, giving you a clearer picture of where to focus as you build wealth and take control of your finances.

10/14/2026

Tee Up Cedar Valley was a hit!

A day away from the office gave everyone a chance to catch up, meet new people and build business relationships. Even after rescheduling, we couldn’t have asked for a better day out on the course. Golf gave us a reason to gather, but the people made it a day worth remembering.

Thank you to Beaver Hills Country Club and all of our sponsors, including:

Premier Sponsor
Thrivera

Co-Sponsor
Golf Headquarters Waterloo

Putting Sponsor
Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Chipping Sponsor
University of Northern Iowa Alumni Association

Dinner Sponsor
Superior Cleaning Services USA, LLC

Lunch Sponsor
First Bank

Social Sponsor
ISG

Swag Bag Sponsors
Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company & Veridian Credit Union

Tee Box Sponsors
BankIowa
Caliber Group Property Management, Co.
Cardinal Construction
Farmers State Bank
Gordon Flesch Company
GreenState Credit Union
Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity
Iowa Wall Systems Inc.
Lincoln Savings Bank
Mediacom
Rydell Chevrolet
SERVPRO of Black Hawk County
Terracon
Waterloo Black Hawks
Waterloo Fiber
Woodruff Construction

Print Sponsor
Impact Marketing

Beverage Cart Sponsor
ServiceMaster Restore

Prize Sponsor
Scheels

Dessert Sponsor
Nothing Bundt Cakes

Hole Signage Sponsors
Access Systems, Inc.
OmniTech
Origin Design

10/12/2026

Working harder but still feeling stuck?

Find out what’s holding your business back. Register here: https://members.growcedarvalley.com/events/Details/small-business-summit-2026-1664075

At the Small Business Summit, Heather Marquez, founder of ActionCOACH Mind Links, will explore how small changes in the right areas can help your business grow. You’ll learn practical ways to increase profitability, take control of your time and build a plan to move beyond your business plateau.

10/09/2026

The 2026 General Election is Tuesday, November 3. Whether you vote by mail, before Election Day or at your polling place, here are key dates and resources to help you make a voting plan.

Learn more: https://www.growcedarvalley.com/blog/2026/10/02/2026-general-election-voting-guide/

10/09/2026

When a company looks for a place to expand or a new location, how does it decide which communities to consider? It asks for details on sites, workforce, costs and more.
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Learn more about how Grow Cedar Valley puts together the response: https://www.growcedarvalley.com/blog/2026/10/02/how-grow-cedar-valley-responds-to-business-location-opportunities/

10/09/2026

The 2026–2027 CVLI class kicked off with a week of learning, community leadership and new connections!

The week began with a new opening night dinner featuring an icebreaker and guided conversations with Laura Hoy. The next day, session one focused on community leadership and purpose, with Mike Mallaro sharing his perspective on community leadership, Liesl Siebert leading an interactive activity on how to build a connected community, Sarah Sladky helping the class identify their strengths through Working Genius and Nikki Ladage, Cary Darrah and Jeff Dow sharing their experiences during a Community Leadership Panel.

The week wrapped up with the class joining CVLI alumni at George’s Local!

10/08/2026

Congratulations to the Waterloo Community School District on the grand opening of their Thrive Learning Center!

Formerly the Kittrell Annex Early Childhood Center, this facility will now house three special education programs: Behavior Focus, Extended Core and Early Childhood Special Education.

"Repurposing this space allows us to deliver tailored, high-quality support to our students with specialized, complex learning needs. The Thrive Learning Center reflects our commitment to creating safe, accessible environments where every student has the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive.”

— Megan Allen, Director of Special Education and Preschool

Thank you, Waterloo Community School District families, community members and Grow Cedar Valley Ambassadors for helping us celebrate this new space with a ribbon cutting!

To learn more about the Waterloo Community School District, please visit: https://members.growcedarvalley.com/list/Details/waterloo-community-schools-4203885