Equipping Iowaprenuers

With what they need to

Build better Iowa Businesses

Living in an area with more cows than customers... We get it.

What saved us? People who’d done it—real “Iowapreneurs” who supported us and shared what worked. That’s Entrepreneurs of Iowa.

No corporate BS. No fake smiles. Just an expanding crew of startups, freelancers, business owners, and hustlers who’ve got each other's back with tools, connections, and know-how.

"Iowa desperately needed an organization like this for the builders of our home state." 
Anthony Iovine, Founding Member @Entrepreneurs of Iowa
OUR MISSION

We're on a mission to equip 20,000 Iowa Entrepreneurs with what they need to build better Iowa Businesses.

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Elijah Bluhm
About our mastermind

Together we are building Iowa's largest group of Entrepreneurs seeking excellence - you get to be a part of its founding.  

Hi. I'm Elijah. 7th Generation Iowan & Entrepreneur. In a few years, we will have the largest network of Entrepreneurs in the State of Iowa. This network - or "mastermind" is going to give Iowa Entrepreneurs an unfair advantage in the marketplace.

Right now, we offer access to 11 networking events, an Annual Winter Gala Event, priority referrals, business promotion opportunities, and a members-exclusive community called "THE HIVE." As well as some pretty crazy bonus benefits for Founding Members.

If helping shape this group is of interest to you, I invite you to be one of the EARLIEST to join.

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F.A.Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much is a membership?

An Early Access Membership is $1200/year. Prices may increase later, so joining now secures the current rate. To sign up: click Apply Now → complete the short form → if approved automatically, you’ll receive instant access to our online community and be prompted to set up an onboarding meeting.

2. Why should I become a member of this?

EOI is built for Iowa entrepreneurs, creatives, freelancers, and owners who want to grow faster. You get tools, resources, and genuine connections that move your business forward—think of it like equipping a one-person army with the gear they need to win. (Not convinced yet? See member wins and value we’ve already delivered.)

3. When is the next event?

We update the site before each event, but the best way to stay current is to subscribe to the weekly EOI newsletter. We run 12 monthly events across Iowa—digital networking hours, workshops (coming soon), and more—so you’ll always have something on the calendar as we continue to scale.

4. Do I need to be a member to attend events?

Early Access Members attend all digital and in-person events free as VIPs. Non-members generally cannot attend (exceptions for specific partnerships or invitations). This protects the integrity of the group, respects paying members, and keeps the room focused on those serious about growth.

5. What if I’m not a traditional entrepreneur?

You’re welcome here. We support owners, aspiring founders, creatives, freelancers, and company reps. Whether you’re exploring an idea or scaling, EOI helps you sharpen your plan and expand your network.

6. What services do you provide?

EOI delivers a stack of value: Events, Online Community, and member benefits found inside "THE VAULT." Your success is tied to ours—when you win, we win.

7. I’m near Des Moines & can’t make every month event in the state—still worth it?

Yes. We rotate events across Iowa, and even if you miss a month you still get The Hive community, curated intros, spotlight opportunities, and member perks. Many members get enough value from connections and visibility alone.