About ICR Future

ICR Future is a coalition of educators, employers, and organizations working together to develop our future workforce in Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR).

Our Goals

  1. Increase the number of students who select high demand career pathways.
  2. Increase the number of students who graduate with work-ready skills.

Our Teams

  • Career Exploration
  • Work-Based Learning
  • Computer Science
  • Problem-Based Learning & 21st Century Skills

Our Coalition Partners

Coalition Co-Chairs: John Speer, Chief Administrator of Grant Wood AEA and Kate Moreland, President of the Iowa City Area Development Group

ICR Future is Powered by ICR IOWA

ICR IOWA is a 501c6 nonprofit organization launched in 2017 by the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance and the Iowa City Area Development Group. This joint venture was developed to lead business attraction and workforce development strategies in a seven-county region in Eastern Iowa. Learn More →