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TAI begins search for president to replace Leann Jacobsen
In April, the Technology Association of Iowa’s president Leann Jacobsen announced she would be stepping down come the end of August. Now the organization, which has only ever seen one president, has begun the search for Jacobsen’s replacement…
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TAI launches year-long startup mentorship program
Last week the Technology Association of Iowa announced a program called Startup Co. that will serve as a year-long mentorship program for Iowa-based startups. “TAI Startup Co. closes the gap and connects young companies with established thought leaders who can aid in their growth and development,” said TAI president Leann Jacobsen in a press release.…
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TAI expands TechBrew to northern Iowa with Mason City event
The Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) on Tuesday announced it would expand its TechBrew networking event to a sixth city. The first Mason City TechBrew will be held May 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mason City Brewing. “TechBrew is an informal monthly networking event where …
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Northwest Iowa town to host Startup Weekend in June
Sara Magnussen has been working remotely for Seattle-based Startup Weekend’s community support team for almost two years. Traveling from her home …
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Continuing the discussion on ‘starting a business in Iowa’
Last month, the Des Moines Register ran an article titled “Why is it so hard to start a business in Iowa?” in which the writer, Lynn Hicks, asked several entrepreneurs and community members, “What can state or local officials do to help startups and create an innovative culture?” In the article, four main ideas were…
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Guest Post: Support for the Iowa Angel Tax Credit Program
(This is a guest post by Leann Jacobson, president of the Technology Association of Iowa.) Iowa entrepreneurs often bump-up against the challenge of finding the funding needed to grow. When it comes to capital, our state often ranks near the bottom of the heap. That is why the Technology Association of Iowa strongly supports legislation…
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Photos from Prometheus Awards: Dwolla, Book Hatchery and more
The Technology Association of Iowa released photos today from last Thursday’s 2011 Prometheus Awards, the event which honors the top companies and individuals in technology from across the state in the last year. To see this year’s full list of winners, see our post: “Prometheus Awards recognize Iowa’s top tech companies.” The following are select…
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PrairieCast with Leann Jacobson and Dusty Davidson (Video)
On this week’s PrairieCast Andy Brudtkuhl and I were joined by guests Leann Jacoboson of the Technology Association of Iowa and Dusty Davidson of Silicon Prairie News and Tripleseat. Discussed this week: Prometheus Awards and Pitch & Grow IV happening on Thursday, Big Omaha speakers announced and tickets now on sale, VineMe launches, offering photo…
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PrairieCast live stream: 1:30 pm with Leann Jacobson and Dusty Davidson
Tune in at 1:30 p.m. CST today for Episode 32 of PrairieCast streaming live from the Webcast One studios. We’ll be joined by guests Leann Jacobson of the Technology Association of Iowa and Dusty Davidson of Silicon Prairie News. Discussion topics will include Google Fiber coming to Kansas City, the VineMe launch, Big Omaha 2011…
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PrairieCast: 1:30 Tues. with Leann Jacobson and Dusty Davidson
Tune in tomorrow, Tuesday, April 5th at 1:30 p.m. CST for Episode 32 of PrairieCast streaming live from the Webcast One studios. We’ll be joined by guests Leann Jacobson of the Technology Association of Iowa and Dusty Davidson of Silicon Prairie News. Discussion topics will include Google Fiber coming to Kansas City, the VineMe launch,…