Black Capitol of Iowa Empowers Small Businesses

Our mission with the Black Capitol of Iowa Passport is to empower Black-owned businesses, continue to educate our community and help our small business owners be successful.
Winning on the Home Field

Cedar Ridge’s rise to the top earned their bourbon the #1 spot in Iowa.
Planning Ahead

Starting a business while still in college is a challenging feat, but Linda Tong proved it’s possible.
Change of Scenery

From Baltimore to Des Moines, F&G’s move brought great growth.
Home Is Where the Jobs Are

Finding the right career and work-life balance came much closer to home than this millennial expected.
A Dream and a Camera

Marji Guyler-Alaniz uses her passion for photography to spotlight women in the ag industry.
Industry Leaders

The UNI Metal Casting Center has become a recognized leader in manufacturing.
Trend Setter

A move to L.A. helped this Iowa boomerang appreciate hometown and rural life.
Successful Transaction

Ben Milne and his Iowa company Dwolla are changing the way people and companies move money.
Educating Tomorrow’s Workforce

NewBoCo places value on connecting talent with Iowa’s startups.