A group of young professionals dedicated to the education, growth and success of themselves and the community in which they are a part of through networking, professional development, community outreach or social events.

The Des Moines 20/30 Society (20/30) is a philanthropic community of professional and creative people aged 21-39 who are committed to a highly engaged culture of leveraging their financial resources, vision, energy, creativity and passion in order to create funds for innovative nonprofit initiatives that focus upon retaining and attracting their peers to the Greater Des Moines community.

Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) is the next generation of philanthropists in our community. ELI members - professionals and young leaders - align their contributions and volunteer service toward helping our most at-risk youth.

YPC's mission is to promote an environment that attracts and retains young professionals in Greater Des Moines. Our efforts focus on connecting YP's to each other and to the community through social, civic, charitable, & professional development endeavors.

The OPERAtors, Des Moines Metro Opera’s group for newcomers to opera who are interested in food, wine, networking, their community, music and otherwise just having a good time, all while learning more about this dynamic artform.

The Bull Moose Club is an organization of committed Republicans under the age of forty (40) whose purpose is to promote understanding of Republican politics, its principles, and historical traditions. The Club will foster interaction by providing a forum for individual interests and initiatives. The Club strives to further Republican leadership in Iowa.

The Twenty-First Century Forum is an organization of committed young professional Democrats whose purpose is to provide a forum to discuss and debate political, social, economic and business related topics. By encouraging individual interest and initiatives, the Forum is dedicated to cultivating and developing leadership within the Democratic Party and the State of Iowa. The Forum strives to be inclusive and seeks members regardless of race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

The YDMSC is comprised of Des Moines area residents in their 20s and 30s. The group leadership works to inform members of social events going on in Des Moines.

The most important thing you should know about YPA is our mission - To become leaders committed to Ames and to establish a community of young professionals dedicated to building and fostering relationships through professional development, philanthropic involvement, and cultural and social opportunities.

Young Variety (YV) is subcommittee of Variety comprised of energized twenty and thirty-somethings living in Central Iowa. We are bound by a shared commitment to making sure that every child in Iowa has a chance to succeed.

The Greater Des Moines Music Coalition [DMMC] is a non-profit organization, and collaborative movement of musicians, promoters, venues, businesses, community leaders, and live music fans who are committed to building a stronger and more diverse live music economy in greater Des Moines.

Our mission is to create an environment in the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City corridor area that attracts and retains young professionals.

Be a part of something HYP and help build a "better community"!!! The group is a resource for all Young Professionals to network and socialize regarding business issues, concerns and information within the regional area of Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Cedar Valley HYP (Happenin’ Young Professionals) is a grass roots initiative to be a regional resource of identifying dynamic young professionals and provide an organizational approach in fostering/developing our leadership of tomorrow. Offering a program of work that will help engage, coach, mentor and motivate young professionals through unique partnerships/collaborations with regional businesses and other civic/community organizations and providing a major benefit to the overall retention of young professionals within our region.

The word YOUNG does not necessarily mean your age, as it could also mean young in your profession or even young at heart! We encourage participation from anyone who is over the age of 21.

If you wish to get involved or join this group or just want to tell others about it, please contact Brett Tjaden at Iowa Metal Spinners brett@iowaspinners.com or Lisa K. Smith at Career Connections info@lkscareerconnections.com with any specific questions.

The MYP mission is to inform, connect, refer business and engage members in the growth and success of our community through social gatherings, facilitating professional development opportunities and welcoming new young professionals to the Marshalltown area.

Young Professionals of Dubuque is a dynamic group dedicated to connecting young professionals, age 20 to 40 to numerous social and professional opportunities available in the area. YPD encourages young people to build networks, exchange ideas, and impact the future of Dubuque.

Connect Young Professionals is a personal and professional development committee of the Carroll Chamber of Commerce that gives young professionals and leaders between the ages 21- 45 the opportunity to connect with their peers. CYP encourages young people to interact socially, participate in activities and event, share ideas and engage in Carroll County’s future.

Young Professionals of Fort Dodge is organized to improve the quality of life and economic development of Fort Dodge through the retention and the recruitment of young professionals in the Fort Dodge area.

The Sioux City Growth Organization (SCGO) was formed in 2002 to encourage young professionals to become active members of the Siouxland community. We encourage progressive and innovative ideas, and bring together voices from all generations to create a positive impact on the future of our community. Our goal is to attract and retain young professionals in the area, by providing insight to what Sioux City has to offer and how they can get involved in shaping its future.

WC HYPE is a new dynamic group dedicated to connecting young people, ages 21-45, to numerous social and professional opportunities available in the Webster City area. WC HYPE encourages young people to build networks, exchange ideas, and impact the future of Webster City.

Impact CB was formed in 2007 by the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce to provide an opportunity for Council Bluffs' young leaders (ages 21-40) to be active and involved in their community.

Access Mount Pleasant (AMP) is a young professionals organization in Henry County Iowa meant to equip young individuals with social and career networking opportunities and provide a support group for one another. Membership to AMP is free and is open to anyone living or working in Henry County between the ages of 21 and 40. AMP was spearheaded by the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce and the Southeast Iowa Leadership Institute.

There are thousands of cool things to do, ideas to think about, and people to meet... but who's gonna connect the dots? Who can make it happen? BASE is that connection. It's about fun – mixed with purpose and passion. It's a community of interesting and diverse people who want to get "it" done - whatever "it" is.

Greater Burlington YP was formed in 2005 formaly as Great River ConneXtions and is affiliated with the Burlington/West Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater Burlington YP exists to encourage young professionals to become active members of the Greater Burlington community. Greater Burlington YP offers committees and volunteer opportunities, monthly networking and personal/professional development events.

The Fairfield Entrepreneurs Association (FEA) is affiliated with the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce and serves the active and growing service business sector of our community. It was started in 1989 and has helped establish Fairfield as the Entrepreneurial Capital of Iowa.

The James Gang is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community building organization that works to help individuals realize the reality of their own creative ideas and then directs that creativity to making a stronger more vibrant community. You could describe the organization as a nonprofit entrepreneurial center that works to start and grow community projects surrounding the areas of creativity and service. We hold a very broad definition of creativity ranging from the fine arts to technology, the environment, community activism, and business. Basically, anything a person is excited and passionate about. Many people have great ideas for helping the community, but don't know where to start. The James Gang's mission is to connect these people to resources, people, and everything in between to make their ideas a reality.

To attract and unite young, active, civic-minded professionals who contribute to the development of the Keokuk area as a great place to live, work and play.

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a personal and professional development organization designed to allow members to interact socially, exchange ideas, share common interests, and build a better Muscatine community. It is the YPN's role to engage Muscatine YP's and benefit our community in recruiting and retaining diverse young talent.

neXt is a network of positive, informed young professionals residing and working in and around the Davenport/Quad Cities who are committed to the growth and prosperity of the community….and they like to have a little fun along the way.

This is an organization founded in the summer of 2006 to help bring Young Professionals, in their 20s-30s, who live and/or work in Pella, IA together socially, and to network and volunteer with the city as they like.

On April 5, 2007, Governor Culver signed HF 617, better known as the "Generation Iowa" bill, into law. The commission was established to advise and assist in the retention and attraction of young adults to Iowa.

Our organization gives young adults the tools and support they need to build the bridges of success in the areas of business development, management, leadership and personal training, community and governmental involvement. With over 2000 members and chapters in 55 local communities, the Iowa Jaycees provide a stable organization for young people to help make a positive and lasting impact. "Developing Iowa's Future Leaders Today" is our tagline; there's no better place to do that than in the Iowa Junior Chamber.

Iowa Outdoor Unlimited (IOU) is a group of like minded people who enjoy spending time in the outdoors. We were founded in 2005 and since then have camped, kayaked, canoed, caved, cross-country skied, downhill skied, climbed and done many other outdoor activities. As our name suggests we want to be unlimited in the types of outdoor activities we try. During our first year we had 26 different events and did our best to educate members on those sports. A focus of our group is to band together to teach each other about the great outdoors and outdoor sports. Everyone 18 and older is welcome to join our group. After all we were founded to help people make connections so you never have to go it alone.

Iowa365 is already publishing a host of online content, stories and materials promoting our communities and state. We are already sharing ideas from other 365 Crews around the state which provides a constant stream of articles, add materials and other media tools that you can use to enhance your community image. IOWA365 is here to help you tell your story.

The Iowa State University Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Council is made up of graduates of the past 10 years.

GenerationIowa.com is your one-stop shop for everything young Iowa. The site is by young Iowans for young Iowans.

Iowa Entrepreneur Network is a joint development of the Iowa Business Council and the Iowa Chamber Alliance.

The IEN provides Iowa entrepreneurs and investors with a virtual “community of practice” seeking to integrate entrepreneurial expertise and interests across the state. Our goal is to create a critical mass of talent to accelerate the growth of Iowa business and career opportunities.

Are you ready to start working on your business - not just in it? The New Iowa Entrepreneurial Center, in partnership with the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Centers and small business service providers, is pleased to provide you with access to educational, consulting, and training opportunities designed to help you better manage growth, achieve higher productivity, increase revenues, gain a competitive advantage, AND get more out of life.

The ABI Foundation supports our two flagship programs, Business Horizons and Leadership Iowa. This organization sustains our valuable programming that fosters leadership and promotes Iowa.

The Foundation was founded in 1984 to deliver programs and to conduct research for the benefit of students, educators, leaders and employers that expands their knowledge and enhances their individual responsibility and leadership skills.

Business Horizons (BH) is a one-of-a-kind, hands-on, action-oriented weeklong summer program for high school students who want to learn about the world of business and what the future holds for them. Our mission is to promote the value of the free enterprise system through leadership, teamwork, entrepreneurial activities, and personal development opportunities. BH has enjoyed over 20 successful years of educating young people about economics, the free enterprise system, entrepreneurship, skills they need to be successful in today's workplace, and about opportunities available in the state of Iowa. BH is a program of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry Foundation and partners include the Iowa Department of Education, the Iowa Bankers Association, Junior Achievement of Central Iowa, Simpson College and local Chambers of Commerce across Iowa.

Iowa Association of Business and Industry, "The Voice of Iowa Business since 1903" is the largest business network in the state(serving as Iowa's State Chamber) with long legacy of advocating for a competitive business climate in Iowa. Offering its members opportunities to network, learn best practices in Lean Processes, Workforce, Workers' Compensation, Controlling Health Care Costs, Employee Drug Testing Environmental Issues and Leadership ABI works, "To foster a favorable business, economic, governmental and social climate within the State of Iowa so that our citizens have the opportunity to enjoy the highest possible quality of life."

Leadership Iowa is a premier issues-awareness program promoting leadership within the state. We educate, challenge and inspire our participants to bring out their inherent quality to “point the way.” The ultimate goal is to instill passion in our current and emerging leaders while fostering a high level of civic engagement.

This is the place where young professionals—and the young at heart—meet, greet and exchange big ideas for a brighter future.

The IBF is currently drafting its Mid-Decade Assessment of the Imagine Iowa 2010 Vision Plan and this December the IBF will be hosting its third Bi-Annual Legislative Summit. Both are critical tools in moving Iowa forward with a common vision.

In preparation for these efforts the IBF has selected 30 Iowa communities for the Grow Iowa Tour. In cooperation with our Iowa Growth Partners, the IBF is dispatching teams of experts from around Iowa as well as a video team and photographer to spend time in each Tour community. Their mission is to listen and learn.

We are taking the pulse of Iowa in the streets, businesses, and gathering places where real Iowans live and work. We are seeking honest and open input to identify roadblocks to our growth. We are sharing opportunities and best practices within and between communities.

A resource of places to visit across Iowa.

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Consider Iowa is a program initiated with the purpose of promoting career opportunities within the state of Iowa to currently enrolled college students and alumni. The University of Iowa is taking a proactive approach to career development and career awareness in a state where the “tall corn” grows into ethanol, soybeans turn into biodiesel, great minds carry out cutting-edge research and the entrepreneurial spirit creates a new economy.

For many American employees, a rewarding professional career requires trade-offs - notably, not having the time to enjoy life with those we care about most. With an Iowa career, you can have both. Because Iowa is one of the healthiest and safest places to live and raise a child, life here is good. Good for families, for careers, and for creating a balanced quality of life. Iowa's scientific and business leadership in the life sciences, advanced manufacturing and information solutions helps employees achieve more and receive more. Use the tools on this site to find a great Iowa job or career.

IowaJobs has thousands of jobs posted each business day. IowaJobs gives you 24-hour access to all of the job listings in IWD's statewide system.

IowaJobs provides links to job listings in other states through America's Job Bank, and additional local, state and federal jobs. We have a current listing of Job Fairs in Iowa to provide information for the nearest job fair in your locale.

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