The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance (CRMEA) is a 501(c)(6) combined chamber and economic development organization along with affiliated downtown development entities serving the businesses and people in the Cedar Rapids metropolitan area.  The organization provides a wide range of business support programs including talent development and workforce recruitment, economic development and retention, networking, public policy, and hosting community happenings like the Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market.  The CRMEA’s goal is to help grow the region while serving the businesses and people who live there.  With a mission to drive economic, workforce and population growth strategies that help businesses succeed, the organization’s vision is to be the top economi