The South of 6 Business District is rolling out a new on-street initiative designed to tackle two priorities at the same time: keeping the district cleaner and creating real job opportunities for local youth. In partnership with Dream City, the District is launching the Grassroots Ambassador Program, a pilot effort that will place a team…
If you’ve driven past the Popeyes on the south side of Iowa City recently, you’ve probably noticed that things feel… quiet. For many locals, that’s raised simple questions: Is it open? Is it closing? What’s actually happening? What Happened The Popeyes on the south side of Iowa City is part of a group of Iowa…
Iowa City, IA — The South of Six Business District is celebrating the installation of twonew business signs marking an important milestone in its Signage Program and signalinggrowing momentum for placemaking efforts across the south side of Iowa City.Funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) via the City of Iowa City, theSignage Program launched…
South of 6 is now offering funding and support to help locals turn event ideas into reality. Learn how to apply and bring your vision to life.
If you’ve ever had a business idea that felt too big for your bank account, this one’s for you. Getting into the world of venture capital (VC) might sound like some Silicon Valley fantasy, but let me tell you the game has changed. You don’t need to live in California, know code, or drink $9…
Let’s be honest. Investors aren’t just betting on your product. They’re betting on your people. When VCs flip through your pitch deck, the team slide is where they pause and think, “Can this group really pull it off?” Whether you’re just starting out or already building momentum, having the right people around you is one…
Let’s get real for a minute. If you’re building a business in 2025 and you’re trying to attract venture capital, you better believe technology is going to be a major part of that conversation. This isn’t just about having an app or a website. We’re talking real innovation — scalable systems, smart automation, and game-changing…
Let’s talk about a powerful, often overlooked way to fund your startup without giving up a single share of your company. If the idea of keeping full ownership while still getting the cash you need sounds good, welcome to the world of non-dilutive funding. And if you’re building in Iowa, you’ve got options. Real ones….
You’ve crushed your pitch. The deck was polished, your story hit all the right notes, and the investors were engaged. But what comes next? If you’re talking to a firm like Innoventure Iowa, it’s not just about a single meeting. The real process starts after the pitch. This article walks you through what happens after…
You’ve got the vision, the product (or a killer prototype), and now it’s time to do something huge pitch to investors. If Innoventure Iowa is one of them, listen up. Because this isn’t just any pitch. This is your shot to show that your startup has what it takes to scale and make a serious…
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