Elevate Iowa

Promoting careers and educational pathways in Iowa manufacturing.
A program of the @IowaABI Foundation.

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Exciting news for Iowa’s future workforce 🚀 The @IowaABI Foundation received a grant from @UnionPacific to expand Innovators Quest—bringing hands-on #manufacturing career exploration to more students across Iowa. 🔗 Read more: https://t.co/l7zsPcRq8C

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

@IowaABI is looking for our next rockstar team member to lead its workforce programs. Learn more here: https://t.co/7xGKa1pJE5

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

We’re hiring! 🔊The ABI Foundation is looking for a Workforce Programs & Engagement Coordinator to support our statewide workforce and leadership programs, including @LeadershipIowa, @BizHorizonsIowa, and @LeadershipIowaU.

If you’re passionate about workforce development and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply today: https://t.co/F9JsTwqCBE

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

We love any time we get to help ELEVATE Iowa manufacturing. 😉
Be sure to nominate your favorite Iowa-made product in the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition, brought to you by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI)!
👉Nominations open next week.

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

Something cool is coming… 😎
In just one week, nominations open for the Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition! From innovative technology to everyday products made right here in our state, it’s time to start thinking about what deserves the title. Get ready to nominate your favorite Iowa-made product!

#CoolestThingIA

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Interested in hands-on experience, paid work, and a pathway into advanced manufacturing? ⚙️ Accumold is hosting an info session on its Future Makers #workbasedlearning program with DMACC. 👇Learn more below!
#ElevateIowa #Manufacturing

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

Dreaming of a career in advanced manufacturing? 🚀 The @ElevateIA Scholarship Program is now accepting applications! 15 Iowa high school seniors heading to a community college could earn $500 to support their training.

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/gWCW6QXXrf

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Congratulations to Kirkwood Community College and the Workplace Learning Connection team on this incredible national recognition! Your dedication to connecting students with hands-on career experiences is helping build Iowa’s skilled workforce of the future.

[Kirkwood Community College @KirkwoodCC]

🎉 Big news! Kirkwood’s Workplace Learning Connection was named one of the Top 10 work-based learning orgs by the U.S. Department of Education!

WLC connects Iowa students with real-world career experiences and earned $186K in DOE funding to expand access.

#CareerZChallenge

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

@Andersen_US is proud to sponsor the 2025 Iowa Manufacturing Conference. As manufacturers prepare for tax changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, our CFO Series offers insights to help leaders stay ahead. Explore the impact on your business: https://t.co/3RvjeAVDuS

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Agri-Industrial Plastics Co. is proud to be a #Sponsor of #IAMFGCON25! Founded in 1978, we’re a leader in blow-molded industrial parts, specializing in EPA-compliant fuel tanks. We deliver unmatched expertise in design, engineering, production & assembly for diverse industries.

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

✨ Workshop Spotlight: Connecting OT & IT ✨
Join Mark Clark, Jake Phelps & Ryan Wilson from KENT WORLDWIDE to explore how IT/OT convergence drives efficiency, innovation, cybersecurity, and smarter manufacturing operations.

Register here: https://t.co/8vl8bP7pWF

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

At @CIRAS_ISU we help Iowa businesses solve complex problems by providing innovative expertise and strategic resources, moving our clients forward with confidence. CIRAS is proud to sponsor #IAMFGCON25

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

✨ Workshop Spotlight: Navigating the Federal Tax Landscape ✨
Join Michael Cornett, Managing Director at Forvis Mazars, to explore recent & proposed tax legislation, uncover opportunities & challenges, & plan for policies set to sunset in 2025.

Register: https://t.co/8vl8bP7pWF

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

At @EMCInsurance, we believe in keeping insurance human by supporting local communities and investing in technology to create smoother experiences. That's why we're proud to sponsor the Iowa Manufacturing Conference. Learn more about our commitment at https://t.co/QmfsRfR2Y3.

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

✨ Workshop Spotlight: Rethinking Safety ✨
Join Sarah Allender of TrueNorth Companies to transform safety from a checklist into a values-driven culture. Learn practical strategies to engage employees, strengthen leadership, and reduce risk.

Register: https://t.co/8vl8bP7pWF

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

At @CIRAS_ISU we help Iowa businesses solve complex problems by providing innovative expertise and strategic resources, moving our clients forward with confidence. CIRAS is proud to sponsor #IAMFGCON25

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

At @EMCInsurance, we believe in keeping insurance human by supporting local communities and investing in technology to create smoother experiences. That's why we're proud to sponsor the Iowa Manufacturing Conference. Learn more about our commitment at https://t.co/QmfsRfR2Y3.

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

🔎 Workshop Spotlight
Innovation without an IP strategy is risky. Learn from Todd Van Thomme (@nyemaster) how to protect innovation, avoid legal pitfalls & align IP with growth.

Register here: https://t.co/XpJMVbJhcR

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

✨ Workshop Spotlight ✨
Crises are inevitable—but being unprepared isn’t. Join Wixted & Co.'s Lauri Freking & Mark Yontz to learn how culture, communication & operations shape response, and leave with strategies to face challenges head-on.

Register here: https://t.co/XpJMVbJhcR

[Iowa ABI @IowaABI]

Workshop highlight: Unlock operational potential

Join Josh Reitz, @VanMeterInc, at the Iowa Manufacturing Conference to explore how digital tools can replace manual processes, boost efficiency, and transform operations.

Register here: https://t.co/XpJMVbJhcR

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Registration is now open for the 2025 Iowa Manufacturing Conference!

🗓️ Oct. 14 | Prairie Meadows, Altoona
Join Iowa’s manufacturing leaders for a day of keynotes, workshops, and networking.

👉 Register today: https://t.co/8vl8bP7pWF
#IAMFGCON25

[Elevate Iowa @ElevateIA]

Elevate Iowa $500 scholarships support students preparing for high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. Congrats to:

Jenna Koons → North Iowa CC
Maxwell De Jong → Northwest Iowa CC
Sawyer Toft → DMACC
Vainqueur Okonga → Kirkwood CC