SUCCESS STORIES

A group of community members in Elizabeth, IL, was interested in starting a coworking space in their community after touring other coworking spaces in Iowa and seeing the need for one. Watch the video to find out how their partnership with the Rural Ideas Network helped create an inspiring coworking space in the heart of Elizabeth. Learn more about our resources that support the startup of coworking spaces here >

Robert Abbott was building a design thinking and entrepreneur program in Ohio when he wanted to find out if he could bring that concept to his hometown of Maquoketa, IA. He was connected to the Rural Ideas Network through the Jackson County Economic Alliance, where he learned about the robust set of resources available through the Rural Resource Shop. Watch the video to find out how his partnership with the Rural Ideas Network helped him create an effort to drive entrepreneur

In the heart of Boone, Iowa, a transformation is underway that promises to breathe new life into a once-neglected space. ReVamp is a visionary project led by Tina McDonald, a passionate entrepreneur with a vision for community renewal and collaboration. McDonald conceived ReVamp from a desire to bring back vibrancy to a part of town that had seen better days. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, the project seeks to embody the idea of creating beauty through repair, plac

In today's competitive business landscape, fostering collaboration and community engagement can often be overlooked. However, Alexa Sheldon, the Executive Director of the Aberdeen Downtown Association, has taken a different approach. With her unique perspective and commitment to partnerships, Sheldon has brought about positive change and set an example for businesses in Aberdeen, a small town in South Dakota. In her role, Sheldon emphasizes the importance of serving as a mech