America’s SBDC Iowa’s State Director, Lisa Shimkat, elected Chair of the Board of the National Association
America’s SBDC proudly unveils its newly elected board members and officers for the upcoming year. Every year, a select group of nominees is chosen during the National America’s Small Business Development...
Iowa State University ranks on Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2022
Iowa State University has ranked #54 on the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2022, a list published by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This new list was created to highlight and celebrate American innovation and to showcase the...
Spalding Appointed to Lead Economic Development Unit
President Wendy Wintersteen has permanently appointed David Spalding to vice president for economic development and industry relations (EDIR), effective Sept. 1 and pending approval by the state Board of Regents.
New Director Named for the Center for Industrial Research and Service at Iowa State University
The Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University has announced the appointment of Mike O’Donnell as its director, effective June 16. With a distinguished background in manufacturing and engineering, O’Donnell brings a wealth of knowledge and exemplary leadership experience to this position.
Iowa State Athletics Unveils New Tennis Facility Plans
Fueled by the momentum generated from three-consecutive NCAA Women’s Tennis Tournament appearances, including a run to the 2023 Elite Eight, Iowa State Athletics has unveiled plans for an indoor and outdoor tennis …
Shimkat Honored as Des Moines Business Record Women of Influence Award
Iowa State Economic Development is pleased to announce that Lisa Shimkat, State Director of America’s SBDC, Iowa has been named a 2023 Woman of Influence by the Des Moines Business Record. This award celebrates the hard work of Central Iowa women who have gone above...
Grants support ISU innovations with commercial potential
The Office of Economic Development and Industry Relations is accepting applications through May 22 for FY 2024 Innovation Acceleration Fund grants.
Ames RAGBRAI updates for the week of April 24
A portal has been launched for Ames residents to volunteer to help with the RAGBRAI overnight event in Ames July 25. Vendor applications and sponsorship forms are also live on the https://discoverames.com/ragbrai/ website.
EDIR announces call for FY24 Innovation Acceleration Fund proposals
Request for Proposals – FY24 Innovation Acceleration Fund (IAF) Proposals The Office of Economic Development and Industry Relations (EDIR) is now accepting applications for FY24 Innovation Acceleration Fund (IAF) grants designed to expand the commercialization of ISU...
Alison Doyle Promoted to Iowa State University Research Park Associate Director
Iowa State University Research Park is proud to announce the promotion of Alison Doyle to Associate Director. In her new position, Doyle will work closely
with President Rick Sanders to continue to grow Iowa State University Research Park as an innovation community and incubator for new and expanding businesses.
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