Doing Business in Iowa
Whether your company is a start-up or one of the “Fortune 500”, Iowa offers an array of financial investment programs and technical assistance specifically designed to promote your growth and profitability while creating quality job opportunities for Iowans. We are here to assist you in all aspects of your business needs.

At this site, you will find:

• Iowa in the New Economy – Iowa’s strengths lies within its 1.5 million workforce, with the skills needed to succeed in life sciences, advanced manufacturing and information solutions. Learn more about Iowa’s business climate and these areas of excellence.
• Starting a Business – Iowa is a great place to live, work and play. Learn more about Iowa’s location advantages, entrepreneurial business climate, and starting or relocation a business here.
• Business Taxes – Understanding a state’s tax climate is the first thing a new business will need. This link covers federal and state tax obligations, Iowa tax incentives and assistance programs available.
• Doing Business with the State – Are you a vendor that would like to work with the state of Iowa? Iowa has many opportunities for vendors to supply goods and services to fulfill state contractual needs.
• Finding Regulatory Assistance – Reducing the time it takes for your business to navigate the regulatory necessities of Iowa, this link introduces you to a cohesive network of agencies that help you streamline the process.
• Business Licensing – Whether it’s opening a daycare or beginning an industrial business expansion project, the state of Iowa requires specific licensures depending on an organization’s activities and operations. Learn more about Iowa’s state licensing specifics.
• Business Resources – Find assistance with environmental permitting and site expansion and development
  considerations, and links to small business resources.
• Employer Awareness Guide – This comprehensive link lists many compliance areas Iowa businesses will need to know regarding workforce issues.