Opinion
Remote employees impact tax considerations for businesses
In today’s digital age, remote work has become increasingly common. However, this shift brings with it new tax implications, particularly in the areas of...
Using AI for nonprofits’ fund development work
The use of AI in the workplace remains in its infancy. Hard to believe, but ChatGPT launched less than 18 months ago. While machines...
Thanks, Caitlin Clark
Even casual observers of NCAA women’s basketball understand how University of Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has helped elevate the sport across the...
A baby step toward fiscal sanity
It’s no secret that Illinois’ pension system has been financially compromised for decades due to no fiscal restraint and an unyielding appeasement of workers...
Your bottom line depends on your brand
Here’s a hot take: the goal of marketing is not only sales. Â
While most folks point to sales as the top line metric for measuring...
IowaWORKS: Leap into Inclusion Training helps create an inclusive workplace
Creating a strong workplace culture is vital in today’s competitive labor market.
Employers that effectively embrace the diversity of their staff are more successful. This...
Catholic higher education — an asset for Iowa and Iowans
This is a turbulent time for higher education, both nationally and here in Iowa. Students, families and state leaders have questions about value, relevance...
Three ways to preserve your company’s legacy through succession planning
Business is booming in Iowa. Over 33,000 new businesses registered with the Iowa Secretary of State in 2022, and the number has only grown...
Welcome Peter Tokar III
Congratulations to Peter Tokar III, who is starting this month as the new president and CEO of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, succeeding...
GUEST COLUMN: Beware of fake holiday shipping emails, texts
When you order something online, you might get several emails or text messages about your order: Confirming your order. Telling you it shipped. Saying...
Editorial: What’s wrong with Davenport?
There was so much potential this year for the City of Davenport.Â
It was announced in May that the massive, 2.9 million-square-foot Amazon Fulfillment Center...
What does the next chapter of Handicapped Development Center look like?
This is a bold question that requires forward thinking, and our entire team has worked tirelessly to find the right answers. Our strategic planning...
Is the time approaching for your next step in life?
Starting and successfully growing a business is no small feat, but it’s when, not if it’s in your best interest to exit.Â
Goals depend on...
Illinois continues it strong nuclear energy approach
Congratulations to the Illinois General Assembly for passing another piece of legislation that will help to keep Illinois one of the most progressive states...
SAL supports statewide plan for unified childcare program
Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plan to reorganize Illinois’ early childhood programs and funding sources under a single, unified agency is going to powerfully transform early...
Birdies for Charity does it again
Congratulations to the John Deere Classic and its supporters for outdoing themselves once again with its 2023 Birdies for Charity program, which raised a...
Maximizing Success: The benefits of strategic planning with an outside facilitator
In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, strategic planning is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. It provides a roadmap for success, guiding organizations...
Playing the long game
The Quad Cities is used to playing the long game when it comes to transportation infrastructure.Â
The new Interstate 74 bridge is the perfect example.
The...
Celebrating manufacturing
October is National Manufacturing Month, but in Iowa and Illinois it should be celebrated and recognized every month, if not every day. Unfortunately it...
Honkamp: New tax law should benefit Iowa businesses
We now have more clarity on a new law that could benefit many Iowa businesses.
In May, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law the...