Governor Chet Culver announced the creation of the Jumpstart Iowa Initiative, a new housing and economic development program that will help address the immediate needs of Iowans.
The Jumpstart Iowa initiative contains two new programs – one to address housing needs in storm-impacted communities, and one to help small businesses damaged by this year’s severe weather.
More information about both programs can be found here or visit the Rebuild Iowa Office (RIO) website.
The South Central Iowa Small Business Development Center at Southwestern Community College opened November 1, 2006 The center provides services to entrepreneurial startup and existing small businesses. Workshops, seminars, and courses that address the needs of those interested in starting a business and existing small businesses are offered throughout the year, including QuickBooks I – The Basics, QuickBooks II, Understanding Financial Statements, and Smart Start. Center Director, Dave McLaren, has expertise in value-added food marketing enterprises, niche and specialtiy food markets, and the food processing industry.
1501 W. Townline St Creston, IA 50801 View Map641-782-1483 FAX 641-782-1334 Email: mclaren@swcciowa.edu
The South Central SBDC is hosted by Southwestern Community College