Opinion
Jeff Nelson is our pick for most influential leader
A hearty congratulations to Dave Herrell for being voted by our readers as the Most Influential Business Leader in the Quad Cities. It is well deserved. Our editorial board also annually selects who we think is the most influential, regardless…
Culture Bright: The Quad Cities’ season of one-of-a-kind experiences
When you see the words Culture Bright, consider it a signal — something unforgettable is…
ABI files suit over Iowa’s new PBM legislation
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry has served as the Voice of Iowa Business…
EICC’s important workforce survey
One of business’ most important maxims came from management guru Peter Drucker, who said, “You…
Support a modern, centralized police facility for Bettendorf
Public safety is one of Bettendorf’s highest priorities, yet our current police station is more…
The hardest part is getting out the door
Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part isn’t the meeting agenda, the event, or even…
Help unlock Arsenal’s potential
Quad Cities leaders are putting their heads together to bring more locals and visitors to…
Navigating the Great Wealth Transfer
With the projected transfer of wealth to reach $124 trillion by 2048, the Great Wealth…
Outplacement Services: the beginning after the end
Job loss is one of life’s most disruptive events. According to the Holmes-Rahe Life Stress…
Renewables aren’t everything
The Iowa Environmental Council’s 2024 Electric Generation Condition of the State report has generated considerable…
Aligning industry & education to build tomorrow’s workforce
Local industry is facing a challenge that’s too familiar – finding skilled, dependable workers who…
With Edgar’s death, nation lost true statesman, caring leader
There are traits that we hope our elected officials have or at least aspire to:…
Medicaid changes threaten future of disability programs
“You’re sure you’re okay? You just left.” “Yes, she’s great!” “Seriously?” “They have her. They…
Iowa City Community School District must protect our teachers
Avid readers of the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal (QCBJ) or frequent attendees of QCBJ…
Farm economy struggles
We were disappointed, but not surprised that Moline-based Deere & Co. recently announced more layoffs…
Let Iowa small businesses swipe smarter, not harder
Running a small business in Iowa means learning to stretch every dollar. I work long…
