Greater Burlington Partnership

What Greater Burlington Partnership does

The Greater Burlington Partnership (GBP) is a private, membership-based regional organization headquartered at 610 N 4th Street, Suite 200 in Burlington, Iowa, that integrates four functions under one entity: the Burlington/West Burlington Chamber of Commerce, the Convention & Visitors Bureau, Downtown Partners Inc., and Economic Development. It serves approximately 600+ member businesses across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, retail, and professional services, along with job seekers, K-12 students and educators, visitors, and prospective residents of the Greater Burlington area. Its primary revenue streams are recurring Chamber membership fees and event sponsorships tied to programs such as the Annual Dinner, Golf Classic, Manufacturers Luncheon, Business After Hours, Career Fairs, and STEMFest, supplemented by Convention & Visitors Bureau contracts and Partnering For The Future (PFF) sponsorships from major employers.

GBP operates a content- and event-driven go-to-market model. Marketing and distribution run through a GrowthZone-powered member portal that hosts the member directory, job postings, event calendar, Hot Deals platform, scholarship and internship portals, and Friday Facts newsletter sign-up, alongside social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), a monthly The Partnership e-newsletter, the Downtown Burlington App, and signature in-person events. Its workforce development product suite—Career Exploration Video Series, Job Shadow Program, Career Fairs (5th and 8th Grade, 650+ students annually), STEMFest, Community Leaders in the Classroom (five school districts), Success in Business Speaker Series, and First Job Preparation Resources—is co-developed with Southeastern Community College, the City of Burlington, Des Moines County, and area employers including Alliant Energy, Great River Health, CNH Industrial, and Silgan Containers. Economic development is anchored by the Revitalize Roosevelt corridor initiative in partnership with the Highway 61 Coalition, City, County, and Snyder & Associates, with reported outcomes of $76M in capital investments and 250+ new jobs facilitated. Underlying technology is standard third-party SaaS (GrowthZone) plus conventional CMS and social platforms; no proprietary technology or AI capabilities are disclosed.

Name

Greater Burlington Partnership

Legal name

Greater Burlington Partnership

Website

https://greaterburlington.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Greater Burlington Partnership is an integrated Chamber of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureau, Downtown Partners, and Economic Development organization serving 600+ member businesses, residents, visitors, and students in the Burlington, Iowa region through membership services, workforce development, and tourism marketing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Civic and Social Organizations (81341)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA), Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD)

Keywords

• Economic development services
• Chamber of commerce
• Workforce development programs
• Destination marketing organization
• Business advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Chamber Membership Fees: The Burlington/West Burlington Chamber of Commerce offers resources and membership benefits to expand or start a business in the community. Membership fees fund Partnership initiatives, events, and programs. Friday Facts is described as a Chamber membership benefit.
2. Event Sponsorships: Events such as the Annual Dinner, Golf Classic, Career Fairs, and Manufacturers Luncheon generate sponsorship revenue from local businesses. Partner logos appear throughout the website indicating sponsor relationships.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Greater Burlington Partnership is a combined Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau, Downtown Partners Inc., and Economic Development organization that provides membership-based business advocacy, networking, marketing, tourism promotion, downtown revitalization, site selection, and workforce development services to 600+ member businesses and the Greater Burlington, Iowa community. It distributes resources through a GrowthZone-powered member portal, weekly Friday Facts newsletter, monthly The Partnership e-newsletter, and a suite of workforce development programs connecting students, educators, and job seekers with local employers.

Product overview

The Greater Burlington Partnership is a multifaceted organization operating as a Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau, Downtown Partners Inc., and Economic Development division. It offers a unified platform through its GrowthZone-powered Info Hub that provides member services including directory listings, job postings, event calendars, newsletters (Friday Facts weekly and The Partnership monthly), and Hot Deals. The Partnership's workforce development arm offers comprehensive programs including the Career Exploration Video Series, Job Shadow opportunities, Career Fairs, STEMFest, Community Leaders in the Classroom, scholarships, and internship portals. Its economic development services include business relocation support, available properties, site selection, and the Revitalize Roosevelt initiative.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Economic Development: Economic development division focusing on business relocation, expansion, and workforce development.
• Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Downtown Partners Inc.
• Burlington/West Burlington Chamber of Commerce
• Friday Facts
• The Partnership
• Career Exploration Video Series
• 5th & 8th Grade Career Fair
• Community Leaders in the Classroom
• STEMFest
• Career Exploration Day

Products and services

• Chamber of Commerce (Burlington/West Burlington) Membership-based Chamber of Commerce division providing advocacy with state leaders, networking opportunities, member benefits, marketing exposure, and leadership development for local businesses in the Burlington/West Burlington area.
• Convention and Visitors Bureau Primary tourism information hub for Burlington offering trip planning resources, event calendars, group tours, welcome center services, and promotional materials for visitors traveling for business or leisure.
• Downtown Partners Inc. Downtown development division focused on making Downtown Burlington an ideal destination for living, working, shopping, and playing through downtown development initiatives, the Downtown Burlington App, grants, and community events.
• Economic Development Division Economic development division supporting business relocation and expansion in Burlington with services including available properties listings (LOIS), site selection assistance, workforce development resources, and opportunity zone information.
• Info Hub (GrowthZone Member Portal) Member portal powered by the GrowthZone platform that provides login access to the Member Directory, Event Calendar, Job Postings, Hot Deals, Friday Facts submission, Internship Opportunities, and Scholarships.
• Friday Facts Newsletter Weekly email newsletter sent to over 1,600 (and reported up to 3,000+) subscribers every Friday morning featuring Chamber of Commerce events, member business updates, member deals, specials, and job openings.
• The Partnership E-Newsletter Monthly 16-page full-color magazine-style newsletter featuring news, Partnership event listings, community events, member information, and new member features delivered on the first business day of each month.
• Member Directory Searchable online directory of 600+ Chamber of Commerce member businesses organized by category including accounting, agriculture, arts, automotive, business services, and more.
• Job Posting Platform Online job board for Chamber members to post job openings, with active listings covering healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and administrative positions.
• Hot Deals Promotional platform featuring member business deals, specials, and sales with daily notification subscriptions available for subscribers.
• Events Calendar Comprehensive public calendar of local events including pub crawls, concerts, camping trips, and community activities for residents and visitors.
• Career Exploration Video Series Video library featuring local workers from companies like Alliant Energy, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Burlington Trailways, and area manufacturers showcasing career paths in trucking, nursing, manufacturing, and certified nursing assistance with potential income ranges.
• Job Shadow Program 3-hour job shadow work experience program for high school students in Des Moines County to explore career interests with local businesses.
• Scholarships Portal Scholarship discovery platform connecting students with general scholarships, employer-specific scholarships, and college-specific scholarships available in the Greater Burlington area.
• Internship Opportunities Portal Platform connecting students and young professionals with internship openings at local companies, providing hands-on experience and professional training opportunities.
• Career Fairs (5th & 8th Grade) Annual career exploration events including the 5th Grade Career Fair and 8th Grade Project CAPE Career Fair serving over 650 students annually, covering six career paths at Southeastern Community College.
• STEMFest Annual Southeast Iowa Regional STEM Festival exposing pre-K through 12th grade students and families to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities including robotics and healthcare simulations.
• Community Leaders in the Classroom Pilot program bringing local business owners and professionals into 8th-grade classrooms to discuss life after high school, living expenses, and careers, serving Burlington Community School District, Burlington Notre Dame, Danville, Mediapolis, and West Burlington schools.
• Revitalize Roosevelt Initiative Multi-phase regional coalition initiative led by the Partnership through the Highway 61 Coalition to reimagine the Roosevelt Avenue corridor with public input sessions and engineering partner Snyder & Associates developing revitalization concepts for submission to Iowa DOT.
• Success in Business Speaker Series Monthly speaker series featuring a curriculum focused on helping Chamber members build critical business skills.
• First Job Preparation Resources Resources supporting students' transition to the workforce, including resume building guides, interview preparation materials, letter of recommendation worksheets, and job search tips.

Quantifiable outcome

• $76 million in capital investments facilitated in the community
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered partner, core partner, strategic partner and employer partner.

• Great River HealthpartnerOthersDisplayed as a partner logo on the Greater Burlington Partnership homepage. Great River Health is a major healthcare provider in the region, likely involved in workforce development and community health initiatives.
• Alliant EnergypartnerOthersDisplayed as a partner logo on the Greater Burlington Partnership homepage. Alliant Energy is a utility company featured in career exploration videos showcasing careers in the energy sector.
• Standard of BeaverdalepartnerOthersDisplayed as a partner logo on the Greater Burlington Partnership homepage. Standard of Beaverdale is a local business partner.
• City of Burlingtoncore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe City of Burlington is a key partner in economic development initiatives, including the Revitalize Roosevelt project. They collaborate on downtown development and community planning.
• Des Moines Countycore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerDes Moines County collaborates with the Partnership on regional economic development initiatives and the Roosevelt Avenue revitalization project.
• Southeastern Community Collegecore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCC administers job training programs (260E and 260F) in partnership with the Partnership. They co-host career exploration events and STEM Fest, and provide facilities for career fairs.
• Highway 61 Coalitionstrategic partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional coalition led by the Greater Burlington Partnership for the Revitalize Roosevelt initiative, working on corridor development and transportation infrastructure.
• Southeast Regional Hubcore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with Southeast Regional Hub and educators to host STEM Fest, exposing pre-K through 12th grade students to STEM fields.
• CNH Industrialemployer partnerOthersFeatured in the Career Exploration Video Series showcasing manufacturing careers at their local facility.
• KPI Metalsemployer partnerOthersFeatured in the Career Exploration Video Series showcasing manufacturing careers at their local facility.
• Silgan Containersemployer partnerOthersFeatured in the Career Exploration Video Series and mentioned as a PFF (Partnering For The Future) sponsor.
• Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Centeremployer partnerOthersFeatured in the Career Exploration Video Series for nursing careers. Part of Great River Health system.
• Burlington Community School Districtcore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners in Community Leaders in the Classroom program and career fairs. Students benefit from workplace visits and employer connections.
• Burlington Notre Dame Schoolscore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Community Leaders in the Classroom program bringing business professionals into 8th-grade classrooms.
• Danville Community School Districtcore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Community Leaders in the Classroom program bringing business professionals into 8th-grade classrooms.
• Mediapolis Community School Districtcore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Community Leaders in the Classroom program bringing business professionals into 8th-grade classrooms.
• West Burlington Independent School Districtcore partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Community Leaders in the Classroom program and career exploration activities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Waterloo-Cedar Falls Area Chamber of Commerce: Northeast Iowa chamber serving the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro. Comparable as a peer Iowa-based chamber with similar small/mid-city member base and traditional chamber services including workforce and economic development.
• Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce: Regional Chamber of Commerce serving Dubuque, Iowa with similar mix of membership, advocacy, and community programming. Directly comparable in scale, Iowa geography, and traditional chamber product offering.
• Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance: Iowa-based integrated chamber and economic development organization serving the Cedar Rapids metro. Directly comparable in operating an alliance-style structure combining Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development functions under one roof.
• Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce: Regional multi-function chamber serving the Quad Cities metro area (Iowa/Illinois border). Operates as a combined Chamber, economic development, and advocacy body closely comparable to Greater Burlington Partnership's integrated four-division model, though at a larger geographic scale.
• Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce: Chamber of Commerce for Iowa City and surrounding area providing membership services, advocacy, and workforce development. Comparable as a peer Iowa chamber serving a similar combination of local businesses, residents, and visitors.
• Muscatine Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Muscatine, Iowa — a small riverfront city comparable to Burlington. Operates a similar Chamber + Economic Development model in a single small Iowa city, making it a strong peer for size and market structure.

Broad incumbents

• Main Street Iowa: Iowa Economic Development Authority's downtown revitalization program, directly comparable to Greater Burlington Partnership's Downtown Partners Inc. division. Operates statewide with local chapters across many Iowa towns.
• Iowa Association of Business and Industry: Statewide Iowa business association providing advocacy, training, and policy work for member companies across the state. A broader incumbent operating statewide rather than locally, but overlapping in advocacy and member services.

Regional players

• Fort Madison Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Fort Madison, Iowa — a neighboring small city in the same southeast Iowa region. While it overlaps in geography and target members, it operates as a separate chamber rather than directly competing in the Burlington metro core.

Others

• Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization: Regional planning body coordinating transportation and infrastructure planning in central Iowa. Comparable in coordinating cross-jurisdictional planning like the Partnership's Revitalize Roosevelt and Highway 61 Coalition work, though broader in scope.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/GreaterBurlPart
• Facebookfacebook.com/37921849635
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greater-burlington-partnership
• Instagraminstagram.com/gbpartnership

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