DeltaV Code School is launching a new cybersecurity training program called DeltaV Cybersecurity.
“Cybersecurity is one of the most in-demand fields,” said Dan Tuuri, who will be heading up the new program in a release. “We need to help organizations prevent, detect, and respond to cyber attacks and threats in a rapidly changing environment.…
Growers Edge, a provider of data-driven fintech solutions for the agricultural industry, has announced the launch of a fully digital financial software and services platform for the agriculture industry.
The customizable platform is built for ag retailers and input manufacturers of any size to process and manage loans quickly and efficiently. Powered by Growers Edge…
EntreFEST will return next year on June 9 and 10. The two-day conference is designed to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation, with professionals at every level coming together to share ideas.
Next year's conference will take place in Iowa City rather than in Cedar Rapids.
Those interested in speaking at EntreFEST 2022 can…
Just Insure, a pay-per-mile insurance technology company, has raised $8 million in a funding round. The new funds will be used to scale the company and its product offering as it looks to expand into additional states. The funding round was led by ManchesterStory, CrossCut Ventures, and Western Technology Investments.
"We are the only auto insurer that's…
Des Moines nonprofit PI515 is hosting a community Code Jam on Friday, Sept. 24 at Gravitate Coworking in Downtown Des Moines.
The annual Code Jam is an opportunity for members of the technology community to gather, code together and support PI515. Teams are encouraged to work on their current work projects, or other initiatives the…
Continuum Ag has been announced as one of the winners of the fifth annual Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge. The Challenge is an online competition that awards cash prizes to early-stage tech entrepreneurs solving the world’s most challenging problems.
This year Cisco awarded $1 million to social entrepreneurs around the world who have technology innovations that are solving…
ManchesterStory Group, a venture capital firm based in Des Moines, announced this week that Jason Gross is joining the company as Vice President and Head of Platform.
“Jason is an award-winning innovation, strategy and technology-adoption leader with experience leading large-scale transformation at three top insurance providers,” said Dave Miles, Founding Partner of ManchesterStory. “Jason’s expertise…
Curbicus, which offers dog owners a clean and convenient solution to dog waste, has launched its product nationwide following its participation in the Iowa Startup Accelerator.
“The Iowa Startup Accelerator really understands our mission and values,” said Anna Gannon, Curbicus founder and inventor. “Also, the ISA’s network and mentorship are extremely valuable.”
Curbicus is a patent-pending,…
The Iowa City Area Development Group (ICAD) has announced the hiring of Dr. Mark Butland as Director of the Iowa EdTech Collaborative.
Butland will lead the execution of the Iowa EdTech Collaborative strategy; connecting ecosystem organizations and companies, enhancing the piloting and demonstration environment for EdTech in Iowa, improving the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and creating…
The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced a series of online public forums on issues affecting broadband access and adoption in the region.
The goal of the forums is to hear directly from residents about how broadband has impacted their lives in four vital areas: rural broadband, remote learning, remote work and remote health…
Applications for the sixteenth annual statewide John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Venture Competition will close on May 17. Iowa-based entrepreneurial ventures will compete for $100,000 in prize money supported by John Pappajohn and the Iowa Economic Development Authority. The competition is intended to encourage entrepreneurship and economic development across Iowa.
The $100,000 in seed funding consists of a $50,000 contribution from John…
The Greater Des Moines Partnership has hired Diana Wright for the position of Startup Community Builder.
In this role, Wright will engage with the existing startups and high-growth businesses in the Greater Des Moines areea. She will also help new and diverse startups connect with the community and its mentors, advisors, investors and other…