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SUMMARY:2026 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala
DESCRIPTION:The NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is excited to announce the date for the fifth biannual Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Gala on Thursday\, September 24\, 2026. This special evening will recognize and celebrate the hard work\, determination\, and accomplishments of North Iowa entrepreneurs who are helping to shape the future of our region. \nWe are pleased to share that Dean Snyder Construction of Clear Lake will be honored with the NIACC Pappajohn Legacy Award for their vital contributions and unwavering support to North Iowa. \nFive additional recognitions will be awarded at the Gala. The Pappajohn Center is now accepting nominations for these awards: \n\nDistinguished Entrepreneur Award\nYoung Entrepreneur Award\nStudent Entrepreneur Award\nInnovation Award\nOutstanding Business Award\n\nNominations are due by August 9\, 2026. \nThe NIACC Pappajohn Center is a non-profit organization that fully relies on grants\, public funding\, and sponsorships to continue serving entrepreneurs across the nine counties in our region. Most of our services\, programs\, and workshops are offered at no cost to entrepreneurs\, with very few exceptions. \nThe Gala is more than a celebration; it is a crucial fundraising event that helps sustain our mission of enriching lives in North Iowa as we endeavor to: \n\nEmpower Entrepreneurs Through Education – Equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge to succeed in their entrepreneurial journeys.\nDrive Business Growth and Resilience – Providing tailored guidance and resources to help businesses launch\, grow\, and adapt in an ever-changing global environment.\nFoster Collaborative Partnerships – Working with stakeholders to leverage resources\, inspire innovation\, and amplify impact.\n\nThe Pappajohn Center is fully integrated with the North Iowa Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, providing North Iowa entrepreneurs expanded access to resources and expertise. Together\, in 2025 we counseled 407 unique entrepreneurs\, supported 33 new business starts\, helped create 169 jobs\, saw $32\,950 awarded in seed money to North Iowa business owners\, and assisted in securing $11\,899\,086 million in capital infusion. 2026 is on track for even greater heights! \nTickets will go on sale to the general public on August 17\, 2026. Please contact the Pappajohn Center with any questions at pappajohn@niacc.edu or 641-422-4111. \nPurchase Your Tickets
URL:https://www.pappajohncenter.com/event/2026-pappajohn-entrepreneur-gala/
LOCATION:NIACC Activity Center\, 500 College Dr\, Mason City\, IA\, 50401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala
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