Week of Events
Sunday, June 21, 2026
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Monday, June 22, 2026
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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June 23, 2026 -Brooklyn Business Builder Series
Brooklyn Business Builder Series
     Dates: Tuesday, June 23, July 7, July 21, and August 4 Location: First National Bank Building (101 Jackson Street, Brooklyn, IA 52211) Register: Here The Brooklyn Business Builder Series is a free 4-class series presented by The Iowa Center in partnership with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, Poweshiek Economic Development Collaborative, and Brooklyn Economic Development. Small business owners face opportunities and challenges every day. The Brooklyn Business Builder Series teaches the fundamentals of building and maintaining a strong business so you're prepared when need or opportunity arises. Attend one class, a few, or all four — whatever fits your schedule. All classes begin at 3:00 p.m. CLASS 1: Getting Ready How to prepare to start your small business Tuesday, June 23 at 3 p.m. CLASS 2: Business Plan Overview and key elements of a small business plan Tuesday, July 7 at 3 p.m. CLASS 3: Financials & Loans Financial statements, transactions, and lending basics Tuesday, July 21 at 3 p.m. CLASS 4: Marketing A blueprint for small business marketing Tuesday, August 4 at 3 p.m. Register today!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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June 24, 2026 -DreamBuilder Summer 2026
DreamBuilder Summer 2026
Day/Time: Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm from May 27th to July 22nd (for full details and class schedule, click here!) Cost: $250 per participant (+ ticket fees) Refund Policy: Ticketing fees are not refundable. No refunds will be given after May 20th. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: A personal laptop An active email and DreamBuilder login Commitment to 2 hours/week of online coursework Full attendance and participation Location: Online Register: Here Writing a business plan can be intimidating. Small business owners are juggling market research with competitor analysis and financial projections with marketing strategies. With so much to consider and organize, it’s easy to lose your drive. Let The Iowa Center help you navigate it all. The DreamBuilder Summer 2026 cohort is an 8-week virtual course designed to empower entrepreneurs with group and one-on-one coaching, step-by-step instruction, and a supportive peer network. Whether you’re relaunching your business plan or starting from scratch, this course gives you the clarity and tools to move forward confidently. Participants will receive: Step-by-step guidance to complete each section of your business plan Live group classes and one-on-one business coaching Business fundamentals training from experienced instructors Peer support and networking opportunities A $1400-value Industry Intelligence Report based on your NAICS code Graduation pitch night to present your business to the community  Click here to register!
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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Friday, June 26, 2026
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Saturday, June 27, 2026
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