The Iowa Association of Business and Industry has announced this year’s nominees and opened public voting for its third annual Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition. The statewide contest highlights products from 51 cities. Public voting is now open at coolestthingia.com through Tuesday, April 15. During the initial round, voters may select up to four products. The top 16 vote-getters will advance to a bracket-style tournament, competing head-to-head for the title. In each round, individuals may vote once per day. The 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa will be revealed live during ABI’s annual Taking Care of Business Conference in June.