The City of West Des Moines and Mid Iowa Small Business Development Center along with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are pleased to sponsor entrepreneur classes for current business owners or those considering an entrepreneurial endeavor in West Des Moines.  For more information regarding these classes click here.
Twelve scholarships are available.  For a scholarship application please click here.

Small Business Development Centers
SmartStart Workshops
Statewide Registration
SmartStart is a two-hour workshop designed for anyone who is considering starting a business. You will learn how to create a business plan, do market research, evaluate demand and business strength, consider different types of business ownership, and how to register your business.

Iowa State University
John Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship
Activities and Programs

Business Innovation Zone
Upcoming Events and Workshops

Renew Rural Iowa, a program of the Iowa Farm Bureau
The Business Success Seminar – FREE
Register here

Regional Community Colleges
FastTrac^® New Venture – For Entrepreneurs
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Entrepreneurial Development Center, Cedar Rapids
Networking Events

Small Business Development Centers – Statewide
Educational Opportunities