The goal of the Advanced Director Training programs offered by the IIC is to extend the knowledge and understanding of issues cooperative board of directors will address within their responsibilities on the board. We spend a full day on a single topic/issue and bring in experts to explain, clarify and answer your questions. This year […]
A Review of COVID-19 Legislation for Small Employers Kristine Tidgren, will present an overview of recent legislation offering relief to small employers, including the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and various provisions within the CARES Act. Specifically she will address family/medical leave and sick leave requirements, including the associated credits, as well as the employee […]
SESSION 1: Foundations of Cooperatives LIVE Tuesday, May 26: 7:30am Presented by Dr. Keri Jacobs Can cooperatives continue to be relevant in an era of business conglomerates, acquisitions, and direct-to-consumer commerce? We will explore the features of cooperative businesses that make this business model a workhorse in agriculture and the best kept secret in capitalist […]
SESSION 2: Career Perspectives: Advice & Insights LIVE Tuesday, June 2: 8:30am Panelists: Dr. Keri Jacobs, Hollee McCormick & Mike Schon Dr. Jacobs, Hollee, and Mike will provide insight for interns and new employees about career experiences, opportunities, and the growth potential at your local cooperatives. Dr. Keri L. Jacobs is associate professor and extension […]
SESSION 3: Financial Literacy LIVE Tuesday, June 9: 8:30am Presented by Abbie Cross & Jordyn Henry In Session 3, Abbie and Jordyn will discuss the credit union mission and managing your relationship to money so you can make informed decisions for long term financial stability. Abbie Cross is a Branch Manager with Financial Plus Credit […]
SESSION 4: Value of a Cooperative Experiences & Perspectives from Patron Board Members LIVE Tuesday, June 16: 7:30am Panelists: Rick Brand, Steve Henry & Dan Schurr, moderated by Stacey Webster We will hear from Rick, Steve, and Dan about their experiences as board members, helping cooperatives make decisions and why they find value through membership. […]
Every other year, in conjunction with the election cycle, we host several Meet the Candidate events. These are designed to give you a chance to meet and get to know candidates and legislators and gives us an opportunity to share what is important to cooperatives and communicate those priorities with current and future legislators. Given […]
Every other year, in conjunction with the election cycle, we host several Meet the Candidate events. These are designed to give you a chance to meet and get to know candidates and legislators and gives us an opportunity to share what is important to cooperatives and communicate those priorities with current and future legislators. Given […]
Every other year, in conjunction with the election cycle, we host several Meet the Candidate events. These are designed to give you a chance to meet and get to know candidates and legislators and gives us an opportunity to share what is important to cooperatives and communicate those priorities with current and future legislators. Given […]
The Iowa Institute for Cooperatives will be awarding at least 8 - $2000 scholarships this summer. The awards will be given to students who have had an internship or work experience program at a cooperative who is a member of the Iowa Institute for Cooperatives. These scholarships are open to all IIC member cooperatives regardless […]