16-05-2025
15th Annual Innovation Market introduces 17 businesses to Siouxlanders
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — A little over a dozen businesses and start-ups have been given a chance to win a couple thousand dollars for their company.
The 15th Annual Innovation Market kicked off on Thursday night, being held by Siouxland GO, an organization that dedicates their time to developing and helping folks start their business in Siouxland.
This year's Innovation Market has 17 businesses being showcased, and the community will vote on their top five favorites. The organization with the most votes will receive $5,500 they can use on their business.
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'We've had winners like Marto's, Jackson Street, Melting Cow, and I mean, it's great to see what that little start up money can do to help them grow into the great businesses they are today,' said Kristen Heimgartner, the president with Siouxland Growth Organization.
Second place will receive $3,000, and $1,500 will go towards the third place. The winner is expected to be announced on Friday.
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