In order for Iowa to thrive and grow, it must develop and showcase innovation and leadership in key industries. During Wednesday’s Envision Iowa Think Tank on innovation and public-private partnerships, industry and community leaders shared how Iowa can work to invite opportunity and create an integrated innovation ecosystem. 

Speakers included:

• Keynote: Mike Ralston, president, Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI)
• Candace Karsjens, director, NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
• Billi Hunt, executive director, America’s Cultivation Corridor
• Tej Dhawan, strategic initiatives officer, Principal Financial Group
• Drew Kamp, president and CEO, Council Bluffs Chamber of Commerce