A Kidz Life 2 Daycare Opens in Petersburg
Last week, the Boone County Development Agency (BCDA) presented a $1,500 check to Jacii Lopez, owner of A Kidz Life 2 Daycare, located in Petersburg. The funds are part of BCDA’s Energizing Entrepreneurs program, which is designed to support local entrepreneurs as they pursue opening a business in Boone County. Lopez joins 12 other businesses […]
Energizing Entrepreneurs Spotlight: Growth & Grace Counseling
When Brittany Childress decided to start her private therapy practice, she knew Albion was where she wanted to be. Before opening her doors, she enrolled in BCDA’s Energizing Entrepreneurs program, which gave her the road map, and some funding, to start her entrepreneurial journey. We sat down with her recently to talk about her business, […]
BCDA Hosts Collaborative “Mixer” with Local Community Groups
On January 24th, Boone County Development Agency (BCDA) invited representatives from each community in the county to a collaborative “mixer”. Approximately 20 individuals from Albion, Cedar Rapids, Petersburg, Primrose and St. Edward attended the event, which was designed to educate Boone County economic development and government entities about local, regional and state programs that are […]
How a Business Valuation Can Lead to a More Successful Transition
One of our greatest assets in Boone County is the variety of businesses that have been operating for many decades. These businesses have built impeccable reputations and our community has come to rely on their presence. However, as business owners near retirement, there has not been a proper way to help them transition their businesses. […]
How BCDA’s $5,000 New Business Grant Can Kickstart Your Business
Are you finally starting that business this year that you have been thinking about for a while? Great! One of the most commonly asked questions our office gets is if we know of any grants for small businesses. Grants can be quite specific and not always available when you need them. That is why BCDA […]
BCDA Launches Marketing Program to Support Local Businesses
Boone County Development Agency (BCDA) now offers a tiered marketing program to empower local businesses to begin or elevate their current marketing and advertising efforts. The program is designed as optional packages to help support business leaders where they need it most. By participating in the program, business leaders will also learn how to maximize […]
What is Boone County Emerging Leaders Academy
History of the Emerging Leaders In 2015, the Boone County Development Agency (BCDA), wanted to spearhead and revamp the county young professionals’ group, which was then known as the Boone County Young Leaders. With a new BCDA Executive Director, Michelle Olson, in place, she was tasked with taking over the existing group as Chairman. A […]
Energizing Entrepreneurs Program
Are you finally starting that business this year that you have been thinking about for a while? Great! One of the most commonly asked questions our office gets is if we know of any grants for small businesses. Grants can be quite specific and not always available when you need them. That is why BCDA decided […]