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Downtown Cedar Rapids

Dine. Dwell. Do.

Downtown Cedar Rapids is full of life! This district features a variety of dining options, a vibrant arts and culture community and exciting nightlife.

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BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION

Business Expansion

The EA provides demographics and trade figures, site location assistance, state and local financial incentive assistance, workforce development and more to help your business expand.

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ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

A Century of Progress

This year, we celebrate a century of the original Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, one of our legacy organizations formed in 1918. We look forward to the next dynamic and momentous hundred years serving the Cedar Rapids area!

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Good Morning, Cedar Rapids! On Nov. 8

One of the Economic Alliance’s signature events, this popular breakfast gathering began in 1992 and celebrates local businesses and community leaders for their successes.

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Who We Are

The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance is proud to serve nearly 1,200 member businesses through core functions of business support, economic development, community development and public policy. We strive to be the top economic growth region in the country.

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News

The latest Economic Alliance news, announcements, and updates can be found on our up-to-date News page.

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Our Region

We're proud to live in ICR IOWA! See why this region is a quality place to work, live and play.

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Our Community

Our focus is growing core central districts in Cedar Rapids and supporting surrounding communities!

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Public Policy

Our Public Policy initiatives provide a unified voice to advocate for pro-business and pro-growth issues.

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"The Economic Alliance membership provides connectivity. It is a resource for many of the activities scheduled within the Corridor along with their own programming. The Economic Alliance’s publications, alerts and events allow a great opportunity for CarePro, our employee owners and myself to stay connected within the community.”

-Michelle Jensen, President & CEO | CarePro Health Services

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Upcoming Events

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Thursday, Nov. 8

Good Morning, Cedar Rapids!

One of the Economic Alliance’s signature events, this popular breakfast gathering, Good Morning, Cedar Rapids! began in 1992 and celebrates local businesses and community leaders for their successes.

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February 22

Women's Leadership Development

General Event February 22, 12:00 PM - January 22, 2:00 PM


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September 12

Integrity Integrated's Leadership Development Program

Business Support - Leadership Development September 12, 7:30 AM - December 19, 10:00 AM


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October 22

His Hands Open House and Ribbon Cutting

General Event October 22, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM


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