About Iowa's Technology Corridor

Iowa's Tech Corridor is anchored by the crossroads of Interstates 80 and 380, and includes the seven counties of Linn, Johnson, Benton, Jones, Iowa, Cedar and Washington.

Here, "tech" describes a thriving business hub where technology is at the forefront in all industries.

Our area is a model of regional economic development and a magnet for business.  Nearly 30 Fortune 500 companies and over a dozen foreign-based companies reside here.

With one of the largest labor pools in the state, and double-digit growth every decade, Iowa's Tech Corridor consistently attracts skilled and educated professionals.

Minutes away from high-tech resources

The University of Iowa, Kirkwood Community College and other public and private educational institutions provide area businesses with the education, training, research and development support necessary to innovate change.

Dynamic tech-based companies like Rockwell Collins, ACT, Integrated DNA Technologies and Genencor International with operations in the Corridor have made the region a "high-tech prairie powerhouse" according to California's Milken Institute.

The region also receives high rankings annually on Milken's "Best Performing Cities" index.

In addition to the synergies with existing companies, new and expanding businesses can look forward to having abundant energy, public utilities, telecommunications infrastructure, transportation and a talented, quality workforce.

Unique Partnership

The economic development professionals in our seven county region are dedicated to creating a vital regional economy through strong partnerships, cooperation and collaboration among business and community leaders, educators, and municipal and state governments.

Our economic development groups have helped large and small interstate commerce companies with location assistance, expansion, and workforce development, and we are ready to assist you.