Iowa Ideas

Iowa Ideas Iowa Ideas is a nonpartisan, statewide learning experience exploring the key questions and big ideas that will shape the future of Iowa.

Events, magazines + discussions, created by The Gazette.

🚨Have you registered for Iowa Ideas yet?This isn't just another year of Iowa Ideas - it's YEAR 10!🎉We're celebrating a d...
09/25/2026

🚨Have you registered for Iowa Ideas yet?

This isn't just another year of Iowa Ideas - it's YEAR 10!🎉

We're celebrating a decade of bringing Iowan's together to learn, connect and have meaningful conversations about our state and future.

Don't miss hearing from Ulta Beauty, CEO & President - Kecia Steelman, the Voice of the Hawkeyes - Gary Dolphin, AND MORE special guests to make this day all the more exciting!

And the best part? It's completely FREE to attend.
📅Thursday, October 1st
🔗Register Now - https://www.iowaideas.com/

BIG thank you - to our presenting sponsor Kirkwood Community College

⏰The countdown to Iowa Ideas is ON! ⏰Have you registered yet?Join us on October 1st as Iowa Ideas celebrates 10 years of...
09/19/2026

⏰The countdown to Iowa Ideas is ON! ⏰

Have you registered yet?

Join us on October 1st as Iowa Ideas celebrates 10 years of bringing people together for meaningful conversations about the topics shaping our state anywhere from human and social services, energy and environment, and our newest track - SPORTS! 🏈

👉 Save your spot today at iowaideas.com

🎉10 YEARS OF IOWA IDEAS! 🎉For a decade, Iowa Ideas has brought people together from across the state to share perspectiv...
09/14/2026

🎉10 YEARS OF IOWA IDEAS! 🎉
For a decade, Iowa Ideas has brought people together from across the state to share perspectives, spark meaningful conversations and explore the ideas shaping Iowa's future.
This year, we're celebrating 10 years - and we want YOU to be part of it!
Join us Thursday, October 1st for a full day of conversations spanning from education, health care, arts and culture, and our NEW sports track.
🔗Register today! https://www.iowaideas.com/
🤝Thank you to our amazing sponsor Kirkwood Community College for making this all happen!

08/27/2026

🤝How can we better support Iowans and the communities they call home?

The Human & Social Services Track tackles conversations that directly impact people across our state. Hear from our track lead about why these discussions matter - and what can you expect at Iowa Ideas 2026.

💡Listen. Learn. Be part of the conversation. Thursday, October 1st
🔗 Register Today at iowaideas.com

08/25/2026

🎨What makes Iowa..Iowa?

Hear from our Arts & Culture Track Lead about the conversations coming to Iowa Ideas 2026. There is so much to explore this year, and we are excited for you to be a part of it!

💻Join us virtually from wherever you are - October 1st➡️Iowaideas.com
🤝Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Kirkwood Community College

08/21/2026

🏘️What makes an Iowa community thrive?

Strong communities don't just happen by accident. Hear from our Community and Economic Development Track Lead about the conversations you'll find at Iowa Ideas 2026.

📅Thursday, October 1st🔗iowaideas.com

08/19/2026

🪫How do we build a stronger, more sustainable future for Iowa?

Energy and Environmental issues affect our communities, businesses and everyday lives - and they're creating important conversations across our state.

Hear from our Energy and Environment Track Lead about what's ahead at Iowa Ideas 2026.

💡Be part of the conversation October 1st and register today at iowaideas.com

08/17/2026

🏆 We're changing the game at Iowa Ideas.
NEW for 2026, Sports is joining the Iowa Ideas lineup!

Hear from our Sports Track Lead about what's coming - then join us for these brand-new conversations October 1st.

🏀New Track
🏈 New Perspectives
💡Game-changing conversations🔗iowaideas.com

💡Eight Tracks. One day of game-changing conversations. Iowa Ideas is back October 1st - and as we celebrate years of dri...
08/10/2026

💡Eight Tracks. One day of game-changing conversations.

Iowa Ideas is back October 1st - and as we celebrate years of driving Iowa forward, we're bringing together conversations arounds the issues, opportunities and ideas shaping our state.

Explore tracks covering:
🎭Arts & Culture
🏡Community & Economic Development
🎓Education
🌱Energy & Environment
❤ Healthcare
🤝Human & Social Services
📣Keynotes
🏆NEW FOR 2026: Sports

Over the next few weeks, we'll introduce you to some of the people helping lead these conversations and give you a sneak peek into what's ahead.

Which track are YOU more excited about? 👇🏻
📆 Thursday, October 1st
💻FREE Virtual Conference
👉Register today at iowaideas.com

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Kirkwood Community College ❤

📅Have your marked October 1st on your calendar yet?As we celebrate 10 years of driving Iowa forward, we're putting toget...
07/28/2026

📅Have your marked October 1st on your calendar yet?

As we celebrate 10 years of driving Iowa forward, we're putting together one of our most exciting conferences yet.

👀Here's a sneak peak..
✨Outstanding keynote speakers you'll want to hear from..😏
🏈A brand-new Sports Track featuring conversation you won't find anywhere else.
💡Engaging discussions covering ideas, issues and innovations shaping Iowa's future

And this is just the BEGINNING! Mark your calendars for October 1, register today to be the first to know when keynote speakers and the full agenda is announced.

🤝Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Kirkwood Community College, for making all this possible!
🔗https://www.iowaideas.com/

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