Happy New Year! On behalf of Iowa Valley Business and Community Solutions, and I am excited to welcome you to 2025.

As we reflect on the past year, we at Iowa Valley are committed to strengthening our connection with you. We understand that staying informed about all our offerings can be challenging, so we are delighted to introduce “Rise and Shine,” a new publication arriving in your mailbox this month. “Rise and Shine” will feature inspiring stories of student success, successful business partnerships, and much more. You will also find valuable information like how to navigate our website, locate the perfect class, and even learn how to share your own success story with us.

Will 2025 inspire you to learn a new hobby or skill? Take the next step in your career? Whether you are eager to learn a new hobby, such as photography, or seeking to advance your career, Iowa Valley offers a wide range of online and in-person courses. Many of these courses can help you gain valuable skills and even earn industry-recognized credentials. BCS has several courses teaching specialized skills in almost any area of interest. Rise and Shine is an illustration of accomplishments by people that took risks and followed a path to success!

“Rise and Shine” is designed to motivate you to take that first step towards your goals. We celebrate your achievements and encourage you to reach new heights. Iowa Valley is here to support you every step of the way. To accomplish goals and achieve success, you must RISE to the occasion and stay on the road, even when life takes you on a detour. Then you SHINE! Iowa Valley staff and faculty are here to help! It is 2025, new year, new You! You can do it – we have the tools to help!

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Jacque Goodman is the vice president of Iowa Valley

Business and Community Solutions.