NICC Business and Community Solutions

06/10/2026

Leadership that makes an impact. 🏆

We are proud to highlight Amy Lasack, recently named one of the top 20 continuing education professionals in the nation.

Learn more about the vision driving our Business and Community Solutions programs:

NICC Business & Community Solutions presents Solutions Magazine, Vol. 5, Issue 1: "Local Leadership, Regional Impact: Strengthening Our Communities." Read feature stories on employer collaborations, s

06/09/2026

“NICC helps ensure people can earn a degree close to home, enter the workforce and remain rural — strengthening both our communities and our future." - Patrice Kuennen, RN, MSN, FAB, and Administrator at Emplify Health

Learn how partnership in northeast Iowa helps keep our businesses strong, our students engaged and our communities thriving.

On any given day at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC), you will see the future of our region taking shape. But on the evening of May 28, the focus at Wilder Business Center on the Calmar campus shifted from the students in the classrooms to the vital mentors, leaders and local businesses worki...

06/04/2026

What an incredible day!

Yesterday we hosted our Dubuque Power of 10 event, bringing together 10 local leaders for an unforgettable series of fast-paced, 10-minute presentations.

From diverse leadership styles to profound personal stories, our community came together to inspire, challenge and equip the next generation of professionals.

A special thanks to the ten local leaders who shared their insights with our community.

Anderson Sainci, City of Dubuque
Anthony Williams, Q Casino + Resort, DRA
Julie Frommelt, Welu Printing
Kay Takes, Takes Leadership, LLC
Martina Bockenstedt, FarmTek
Mike Doyle, Loras College
Mike Hessling, Cottingham & Butler
Molly Grover, Dubuque Chamber of Commerce
Molly Schreiber, Mindful Minutes
Tyson Leyendecker, Capra Bank

06/04/2026

Leadership is a journey, but you don't have to navigate the path to burnout alone.

Join our FREE session "I Choose This: Restoring Energy, Presence and Purpose in Healthcare Leadership" with healthcare leadership expert Kay Takes to reconnect with your passion and lead with a renewed sense of purpose.

Whether you are looking for personal restoration or ways to better support your team, we are here to provide the tools and encouragement you need to move forward with confidence.

Reclaim your purpose. Register today for FREE!

www.nicc.edu/solutions/106548

06/03/2026

Build your future.

Earn your Construction Career Pathway Certificate (CPC) through hands-on training in framing, concrete and finish carpentry.

Our Construction CPCs provide the hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications you need to start a rewarding career with confidence.

Ready to get to work? Visit nicc.edu/cpc to learn more.

06/03/2026

If you can't change the situation...

Change how you look at it.

This week on the podcast, Paulette Milewski shares a hilarious personal story of a triathlon gone wrong and how a quick mental reframe brought the fun back.

But this episode isn't just about sports; it’s about life, resilience and your daily shift at wpork. Paulette connects her race-day mindset shift back to the office, giving us a masterclass on why bringing fun, perspective and "micro-joys" into our everyday routines is absolutely essential to beating burnout.

Listen to the full episode at nicc.edu/podcast, on our YouTube channel or wherever you get your podcasts.

06/03/2026

Need to renew your Nurse Aide certification or prepare for re-entry into the long-term care workforce? Join the Nurse Aide Refresher course in Calmar on June 24-25, 2026!

This 12-hour refresher course reviews essential nurse aide knowledge and hands-on skills to help participants successfully complete the State of Iowa Knowledge and Skills Competency Exams. You'll also receive updated information on returning to work in long-term care settings.

📅 June 24-25, 2026
📍 Calmar
✔ Review key skills and exam content
✔ Learn current long-term care practices
✔ Prepare for Iowa competency testing

Students must provide proof of completion of a 75-hour accredited Nurse Aide course.

Register today: www.nicc.edu/solutions/106451

06/02/2026

LEARN • EVOLVE • ACT • DELIVER

The 2026 Delaware County Leadership Program continues with Session 3: Economic Development & Entrepreneurship — an inside look at what helps rural communities and businesses grow and succeed.

⭐ Session 3 Highlight: Economic Development & Entrepreneurship
📅 November 5, 2026
📍 Woods Edge & local business tours in Edgewood

Participants will meet economic development leaders, hear from local experts and explore how partnerships, workforce development and entrepreneurship shape Delaware County’s future. The day includes a manufacturer tour at Kendrick Forest Products, visits to local small businesses and discussions on business growth, workforce needs, infrastructure and long-term planning.

From industry to entrepreneurship, discover what makes a rural economy thrive.

Apply Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSediahZk8Zr942NHeYuYijh0pY_li_9CxQ2Zn4FOZBhDuJkjA/viewform

06/01/2026

Brain health impacts every workplace.

At Northeast Iowa Community College, we’re helping organizations build healthier, more resilient teams through brain health and mental wellness training opportunities.

Through the Brain Health Consortium, organizations gain access to neuroscience-based training on topics like:
✨ Mindful Leadership
✨ Emotional Intelligence
✨ Burnout Prevention
✨ Psychological Safety
✨ Mental Fitness & Resilience

NICC also offers a customizable Stigma-Free Workplace Certificate in partnership with NAMI Dubuque, helping organizations create supportive, inclusive workplace cultures while reducing mental health stigma.

Together, we can build healthier minds and stronger workplaces.

Learn more at www.nicc.edu/brainhealth

05/29/2026

What an incredible evening celebrating the power of partnership! 🌟

Last night, we gathered at the Wilder Business Center on our Calmar Campus for our annual Partners in Excellence ceremony. It was truly inspiring to look out at a room filled with visionary employers, community leaders and educators who all share a common goal: lifting up our students and strengthening the workforce of Northeast Iowa.

To our award recipients and every employer partner who goes above and beyond to support our programs—thank you. Your dedication drives the success of our college and fuels the economic growth of our entire region.

Outstanding Community Partner Award - Bodensteiner Implement Company
Building Brighter Futures Award - CUSB BANK
Alumni Employer of Distinction Award - Emplify Health
Work-Based Learning Champion Award - Featherlite Trailers
Innovative Collaboration Award - JB Holland Construction, Inc.
Entrepreneurial Alum of the Year - Tyler Wright, Wright Way Computers