The energy was high, and the room was full as more than 70 community members gathered to support local entrepreneurs at this year’s Dubuque County Business Competition, powered by Dupaco Credit Union. The event brought together founders, small business owners, community leaders, and supporters for an evening of pitches, connection, and celebration of innovation happening right here in Dubuque County. This year’s competition featured 18 participating businesses, each sharing t

Since launching in 2018, the Innovation Lab has been dedicated to creating a space where innovation thrives and unexpected "collisions"...

For the second consecutive year, ambitious entrepreneurs will have an avenue to help launch their business or help it grow. The Dubuque...

The Innovation Lab, with support from the National League of Cities and the City of Dubuque, is thrilled to announce three seed funding...