News for Economic

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
DES MOINES, Iowa —October 1, 2026— SCORE Iowa will officially begin serving the entire state as a unified organization October 1, 2026. Bringing Iowa's existing SCORE chapters together into one statewide organization strengthens SCORE's ability to serve entrepreneurs and small businesses across all 99 counties of Iowa as well as metro areas in some adjoining states.For more than 60 years, SCORE ...read more
Categories: Chamber, General News Article, Windsor Heights Community, Economic, Urbandale Community
Friday, February 20, 2026
Small business owners face a recurring reality: economic downturns happen. Revenue can slow, customers delay spending, and credit tightens. The businesses that survive aren’t always the biggest — they’re the most prepared. Recession resilience isn’t about panic. It’s about disciplined cash management, diversified income, operational flexibility, and strong customer relationships. The goal is ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, General News Article