Robert Ortberg

Operates as a trade association representing the US aerospace and defence industry

Operates as an organization of business leaders

The Iowa Business Council (IBC) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization consisting of 22 members who are the chief decision makers of major employers. These member companies have made significant investments in the state's commercial infrastructure and are leaders in technology innovation, research and development, and grant procurement. The company also play a crucial role in philanthropic efforts throughout Iowa. The IBC member companies include Alliant Energy, Casey's General Stores, Inc., Collins Aerospace, Corteva Agriscience, Deere & Company, Fareway, HNI Corporation, Hy-Vee, Inc., Bankers Association, Kent Corporation, MercyOne, Meredith Corporation, MidAmerican Energy Company, Pella Corporation, Principal, Ruan Transportation Management Systems, The Weitz Company, The University of Health Care, UnityPoint Health, Vermeer Corporation, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa, and Wells Enterprises, Inc. The company is based in Des Moines, IA.

Part of United Way Worldwide, United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) is a non-profit organization that serves five counties in Iowa: Benton, Cedar, Jones, Linn, and Johnson. The company's community-driven strategy, Unite to Inspire, focuses on building economic mobility, fostering childhood success, improving access to healthcare, and supporting safety net services to create a stronger community. UWECI's mission is to unite the caring power of communities to invest in effective solutions that improve people's lives, with a focus on education, financial stability, and health as the essential building blocks for a good quality of life. The company is based in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Designs educational programs in science & technology

Provides construction and real estate agency services

Manufactures and develops jetliners, aircrafts and security systems

Designs and develops aerospace, avionics, interior and information management systems

Manufactures and wholesales aerospace & defense systems