Posted September 24, 2025
Posted by Board of Supervisors and Public Relations

At a recent Board of Supervisors meeting, Jayme Busch, Development Director for AIM Institute, presented the organization’s mission and its long-standing commitment to technology education in Pottawattamie County. Joined by CEO Dala Alphonso and COO Erin Lasiter, Busch detailed AIM’s efforts to “elevate technology talent through lifelong learning.” 

Expanding Access to Technology Learning

AIM Institute has served over 2,100 individuals in Pottawattamie County in 2025 alone, offering programs for students and adults alike. Highlights of the year so far include: 


Adult Technology Training: 75 adults reached through a Charles E. Lakin Foundation grant in partnership with local organizations including New Visions, Heartland Family Service, Catholic Charities, and AllCare Health Center. 


Through these programs, students explored coding, robotics, 3D printing, and drone technology, building skills for future careers in STEM fields. 

Economic Impact and Local Partnerships 

AIM Institute’s presence also strengthens the local economy. The Heartland Developers Conference, which is being held in Iowa for the first time at the Mid-America Center, generated over $85,000 in regional economic impact. Local businesses benefited as well, with an estimated $31,700+ in spending with partners such as Loess Hills Media & Podcasts, Tale Slate, Just Sue Creative, Vital Signs, Sideline Tees & Sports, and the Hilton Garden Inn. AIM is also an active member of the Western Iowa Development Association (WIDA) and the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Looking to the Future

With more than 20 years of service in Pottawattamie County, AIM plans to double its impact in Iowa over the next five years. Busch emphasized the importance of technology skills for all career paths, noting that AIM’s free tech cour jbusch@aiminstitute.org ses, from web development to Python, help participants “take the next step in their career and sustain themselves in a technology-driven economy.” 

“Technology is the future, and it’s built into every type of work,” Alphonso said. “We are focused on providing the fundamentals to allow people to take the next leap in their careers and to better support their families.” 

For more information about AIM Institute and its programs, visit aiminstitute.org. 

Helping Pottawattamie County residents access resources starts with strong community partnerships. If your nonprofit or community organization would like to share information or resources with the public by presenting at a Board of Supervisors meeting, please reach out to Pottawattamie County PR Manager Kate Gerber at 712-328-5898.