Doing Business in Iowa

Want to do business or advocacy work in the state of Iowa? High Yield Strategies helps companies and organizations, from start-ups to corporations, locate or expand in Iowa, understand the state’s political and regulatory landscape, and build relationships with the people who make decisions.

Your Guide to Doing Business in Iowa

We strategize the right approach, brief you on opportunities and provide guidance on Iowa’s legislative and regulatory landscape. HYS guides clients through regulatory approvals, keeps them informed of new industry and government developments, and prepares them for high-impact meetings and facility tours.

Services for Companies Entering or Expanding in Iowa

• Market entry and expansion strategy for locating in Iowa

• Briefings on Iowa’s political, legislative and regulatory landscape

• Introductions to key policymakers and industry stakeholders

• Guidance through state regulatory approvals

• Identifying and applying for Iowa grant opportunities

• Preparation for high-impact meetings, site visits and facility tours

• Ongoing updates on industry and government developments

Economic Development Experience

HYS specializes in economic development alongside agriculture, energy, natural resources and biotechnology. While serving in the Governor’s office, founder Jake Swanson worked directly with the leadership of the Iowa Economic Development Authority/Iowa Finance Authority, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Iowa Utilities Commission. That experience helps clients understand how state agencies evaluate projects and what decision-makers need to see.

Who We Work With

HYS works with Iowa and out-of-state companies and organizations across agriculture, energy, biotechnology and infrastructure. Featured clients include Genvax Technologies, Mazen Animal Health, ReproLogix, Next Gen Highways and Wapello Rural Water Association.

Companies with policy goals can also rely on our Iowa government affairs and lobbying services, and we specialize in agriculture, energy and biofuels and biotechnology and AgTech.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are new to Iowa. Where should we start?

Start with a briefing. HYS will help you understand the policy and regulatory landscape for your industry, identify the officials and stakeholders who matter most, and build a plan for introductions and approvals.

Can HYS help us find state grant opportunities?

Yes. HYS assists clients in identifying and applying for Iowa grant opportunities.

Do we need a lobbyist to do business in Iowa?

Not always. Many companies need strategic guidance and relationships rather than lobbying. If your goals require changes to state law, HYS also provides Iowa lobbying services.

Ready to grow in Iowa? Email info@hystrategies.com, call 641-799-5094 or use the form below.