﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance Events Newswire</title><link>http://www.cedarrapids.org</link><description>News related to Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance</description><copyright>(c) 2026, Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>ImpactCR: Leadership Development - Business Acumen Workshop 10/7/2026 8:00 AM - 10/7/2026 9:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;We&amp;rsquo;re putting the final touches on an amazing event experience just for you. Stay tuned for more details!&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;With ImpactCR, young professionals go beyond exchanging business cards&amp;mdash;they come to build meaningful connections, foster personal and professional growth, and actively contribute to shaping the future of the Cedar Rapids Metro. Our mission is to empower young professionals to uncover their &amp;ldquo;why&amp;rdquo; and equip them with the tools to make a lasting, positive impact in their careers, community, and lives. We welcome individuals from all industries, skill sets, and backgrounds. ImpactCR is not just about working&amp;mdash;it&amp;rsquo;s about living, learning, and thriving together.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.cedarrapids.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=13576</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:15:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Building Connections: Speed Networking 10/8/2026 8:30 AM - 10/8/2026 9:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;At these sessions, you have the opportunity to meet many individuals from a variety of industries in a fast-paced, upbeat environment. We&amp;#39;ll bring the coffee, you bring your most energetic self and get ready to network!&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Registration is required and spots are limited! REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT WILL OPEN IN SEPTEMBER&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Contact Rebecca Sullens at rsullens@cedarrapids.org for more information.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This event is for members of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance. Refer to our Membership Directory for a full list of members:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.cedarrapids.org/membership/directory/"&gt;https://www.cedarrapids.org/membership/directory/&lt;/a&gt;. If you&amp;#39;re interested in becoming a member, reach out to Membership Growth Specialist Anne Laugen at &lt;a href="mailto:alaugen@cedarrapids.org"&gt;alaugen@cedarrapids.org&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.cedarrapids.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=13623</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:59:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>October 15th BizMix Hosted by Cedar Rapids Bank &amp; Trust 10/15/2026 4:00 PM - 10/15/2026 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Join us for the October BizMix&amp;nbsp;hosted by Cedar Rapids Bank &amp;amp; Trust as we help celebrate 25 years in business.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Guest enjoy casual networking, complimentary hors d&amp;#39;oeuvres and beverages, and an exculsive behind-the-scenes look at the host business.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;BizMix brings together area professionals and is hosted by a different member business each month.&amp;nbsp;This event provides EA members with increased opportunity for participation and connections.&amp;nbsp;The event will run from 4:00 pm&amp;nbsp; to 6:00 pm.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If you&amp;#39;d like to save the event to your calendar, a calendar invite will be sent in the post-registration email.&amp;nbsp; Registration is not required.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;This event is for members of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance and the Marion Chamber of Commerce. Refer to our Membership Directory for a full list of members:&lt;a href="https://www.cedarrapids.org/membership/directory/"&gt;https://www.cedarrapids.org/membership/directory/&lt;/a&gt;. If you&amp;#39;re interested in becoming a member, contact our Membership Development Manager, Anne Laugen&amp;nbsp;at alaugen@cedarrapids.org.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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