Impact Stories

In the heart of the Iowa State University Research Park (ISURP), Workiva has grown from a promising startup into a global leader in assured, integrated reporting and compliance solutions. Since its founding as WebFilings in 2008, the company has transformed how organizations handle the complexities of financial and non-financial reporting, helping thousands of businesses worldwide streamline workflows, ensure data consistency, and improve transparency.

For more than 35 years, Stellar Industries has built a name synonymous with durability, innovation, and impact. From its headquarters in rural Garner, Iowa, the 100% employee-owned company has grown into an internationally recognized manufacturer of high-performance work truck solutions—from hydraulic hooklifts to tire service trucks and cranes.

At the heart of Workiva's intern program is a unique relationship with Iowa State University, one of several key institutions the Ames-based organization partners with to recruit high-quality interns.

For more than 75 years, Metalcraft has been a trusted name in asset identification. The company’s longstanding presence in Mason City, Iowa, has served as the headquarters for its diverse operations—ranging from metal nameplates and barcode labels to sophisticated RFID tags and software solutions. But despite its established legacy, Metalcraft is looking toward the future. That’s why the company opened a satellite office at the Iowa State University Research Park (ISURP) in Ames.