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DeltaV adds new cybersecurity training program

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (Oct. 26, 2021) – With cybersecurity threats becoming more common in the workplace, companies need more professionals who are trained to counter any attacks and install safety measures. With that in mind, DeltaV Code School is launching a new cybersecurity training program that allows students to launch a new career in a desperately-needed field. The inaugural cohort

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All four mayoral candidates to participate in 1 Million Cups forum Sept. 22

CONTACT: Rob MerrittDirector of Communications, NewBoCo319-651-8391rob@newbo.co Amara Andrews, Myra Bradwell, Brad Hart, and Tiffany O’Donnell to discuss entrepreneurship, innovation and tech education during live NewBoCo event at Cedar Rapids’ Olympic Theater CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (Sept. 21, 2021) – The four candidates for Cedar Rapids Mayor will meet in person at 1 Million Cups on Wednesday, Sept. 22 for a forum

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NewBoCo teams with Kiva US to launch hub for small business owners in Iowa

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (June 17, 2021) – The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo) is teaming up with Kiva US to launch a statewide hub called Kiva Iowa. The new venture aims to help underserved entrepreneurs and small business owners in the state gain access to much-needed capital.  Kiva, an international nonprofit based in San Francisco, gives entrepreneurs access to a

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Six new companies join Iowa Startup Accelerator for spring cohort

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (May 5, 2021) — Six new companies have joined the Iowa Startup Accelerator program for the Spring of 2021. “The Spring startup cohort has an interesting mix of products and services that makes for fascinating discussions, discoveries and perspectives,” said ISA Managing Director Alex Taylor. “It’s fun to work with these founders, and watch them collaborate to

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EntreFEST reveals hybrid format for 2021

EntreFEST, the two-day conference celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurialism and innovation, returns in a hybrid format for 2021. The conference will be held June 10-11, and both in-person and virtual tickets are available.

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NewBoCo Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors

Joy Briscoe, Erica Cole, and Wendy Nielsen join team at nonprofit  CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (March 4, 2021) – The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo) has named three new members to its Board of Directors.  Joy Briscoe is a consummate diversity, equity, and inclusion professional who currently serves as the Talent Acquisition and Outreach Specialist for Waterloo Schools. Prior to working

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NewBoCo receives $50,000 grant to expand K-5 STEM programming

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa– The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo) announced today it has received a $50,000 grant from Telligen Community Initiative (TCI), a private, Iowa-based charitable foundation. These funds will support the addition of health care-focused lessons into NewBoCo’s K-5  CoderDojo program. NewBoCo’s K-12 Education programming supports Iowans of all ages by providing the training and skills necessary to thrive

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