Leadership Iowa University

03/19/2026

End your summer with Leadership Iowa University August 2-6th! Make the most out of your summer networking with area professionals, learning from mentors, meeting new friends from across the state and seeing first hand why Iowa is the place to be!

Register here - https://na2.hubs.ly/H03TF550

03/06/2026

We're looking for the next rockstar individual to lead Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) workforce programs, including LIU! 👏 Learn more and apply here:https://www.iowaabi.org/upl/downloads/library/workforce-programs-description.pdf

We’re hiring!
The ABI Foundation is looking for a Workforce Programs & Engagement Coordinator to support our statewide workforce and leadership programs, including Leadership Iowa, Business Horizons, and Leadership Iowa University.

If you’re passionate about workforce development and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply today: https://na2.hubs.ly/H044mwD0

02/26/2026

It’s happening! Registration for LIU Summer 2026 is LIVE!

Five days. One powerful experience. See you there. https://na2.hubs.ly/H03TCRT0

02/09/2026

Save the date for Leadership Iowa University this summer, August 2-6 in the Des Moines area!

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow as a leader and connect with changemakers from across the state.

08/21/2025

Big thanks to ABI member, Landus, for hosting our Leadership Iowa University crew for an entire day! loved having such a fun and open space to learn and connect.

08/18/2025

traveled around Des Moines learning about servant leadership and community engagement. Thank you Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity, Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa and Mainframe Studios for giving us a look into local non-profit organizations!

08/13/2025

had the chance to visit and learn from some outstanding manufacturers, including Kemin Industries, Musco Lighting, Pella Windows and Doors and Vermeer Corporation. Thank you for welcoming us!

08/11/2025

Leadership Iowa University wrapped up last Thursday, and we couldn’t have asked for a more motivated, dedicated, and kind group of students. From touring the Capitol and visiting numerous businesses to learning, and putting into practice, the importance of growing their networks, this group truly did it all!

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, hosts, volunteers, and students for making this week unforgettable.

08/07/2025

A huge THANK YOU to all of our generous sponsors who make Leadership Iowa University possible! Your support impacts the next generation on leaders in our state.

Special thanks to our Leading Sponsors -Emerson, Farm Bureau Financial Services, Grinnell Mutual, Iowa Soybean Association, and Pella Corporation.

And to all of our additional sponsors - thank you for investing in Iowa’s future!

08/03/2025

Leadership Iowa University launches this afternoon in Des Moines! We're thrilled to welcome the new class and extend a heartfelt 'thank you' to our Leading Sponsors: Emerson, Farm Bureau Financial Services, Grinnell Mutual, Iowa Soybean Association, and Pella Windows and Doors, for making this experience possible.

Want to meet the incredible students of ? Join us for a casual networking happy hour on Wednesday, August 6th, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. at the Casey’s Center. We’d love to see you there!

08/01/2025

Closing out our student spotlights with five final standout members of the 2025 Leadership Iowa University class! We’re proud to introduce these emerging leaders as they get ready to begin their Leadership Iowa University journey. Best wishes to the entire class as they kick off the program this Sunday! # LIU2025