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The Marion Economic Development Corp will host its 32nd Annual Business Luncheon on March 8th, 2017. Join MEDCO Board members and staff for this premier business luncheon to honor local innovators, feature products made in Marion, highlight the accomplishments of 2016, and discuss local development opportunities coming in 2017. This year’s keynote time continues a strategic focus on aligning both business and education to address workforce development needs. Finding talent is tough. Join us as we unveil an innovative partnership focused on providing companies with the talented workforce they need to compete and thrive. “Our organization believes that investing in our youth is critical to the long term success of the community,” says MEDCO President Nick Glew. “We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity for our business community to make a promise to the leaders of tomorrow.” Attendees will interact with some of our community’s best and brightest while being challenged to play a role in our commitment to make Marion the best place to grow your business. Also, back by popular demand, the annual MEDCO Innovator of the Year award, sponsored by the Corridor Business Journal. This year’s recipient has embraced industrial robots to allow their existing workforce to increase precision and efficiency. The luncheon will be held at the Cedar Rapids Marriott, 1200 Collins Rd. NE from 11:30am – 1pm. Tickets are $40 individual for MEDCO Investors and $50 individual for Non-Investors. Register at http://www.medcoiowa.org/luncheon. Or contact emily@medcoiowa.org for more information.