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U.S. Chamber Tour Highlights Employee-Owned Manufacturer in Iowa

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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Free Enterprise Express Opportunity Tour visited Crystal Group in Hiawatha, Iowa, on October 9, 2026. Rodney Davis, Head of Government Affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, toured the facility with local business leaders. Crystal Group is a small manufacturer that has been operating in Hiawatha for over 35 years and employs nearly 250 people as a 100 percent employee-owned business.

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Rodney Davis stated that the company's story demonstrates how free enterprise can strengthen local economies and support good-paying jobs. The tour aimed to promote the case for free enterprise across American communities.

From uschamber.com

Who's involved

  • Rodney DavisHead of Government Affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, who led the tour.
  • Crystal GroupA small manufacturer in Hiawatha that is 100 percent employee-owned.

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