IQ Magazine

IQ Magazine: Our Readers Are Leaders

Published twice annually, the Initiative Foundation’s award-winning IQ Magazine features in-depth stories about the economy, communities and generosity in Central Minnesota. The magazine focuses on regional trends, community issues and local solutions and serves as a source of insight and intelligence for busy leaders. By raising up your voice, we inspire knowledge that inspires action. Subscribe to receive your complimentary copy in the mail every April and October. Want to support the continued publication of IQ Magazine? Advertise in IQ Magazine.

Spring 2024

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A Return to Rural Roots

Matt Varilek returns to the Midwest to lead the Initiative Foundation. Read More

Cooking Up New Solutions

Hilltop Regional Kitchen to provide as many as 100,000 meals a year to Central Minnesota seniors. Read More

Where the Jobs Are

Today, young Central Minnesotans don’t need to leave the region to find fulfilling careers. Read More

Regional Highlights

Get the latest economic and community development highlights from the 14-counties and two Native nations. Read More

Social Skills

A young St. Cloud company is mastering the art of digital marketing. Read More

Planting Seeds for the Future

Introducing a new business loan for underserved communities. Read More

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