Archive for May 2012
Study finds Wal-Mart boosts small-town retail sales in Iowa
ISU Economists Ken Stone and Georgeanne Artz …
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Report finds women’s voices, leadership lacking in Iowa
In 1869, Iowa made history when Arabella Mansfield was admitted to the state bar, making her the first female lawyer in the United States.
Mansfield, a strong advocate for gender equality, chaired the Iowa Women’s …
Read MoreIowa insurers expected to pay more than $1.2 million in health-care rebates
Across the country, health insurance companies will pay an estimated $1.3 billion in rebates to their policyholders later this year, under a provision of the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that penalizes health-care …
Read MoreBERKO: Bond leverage could put the squeeze on you
Dear Mr. Berko:
I know from previous columns that you don’t approve of investments in those high-yielding mortgage stocks like American Capital Agency Corp., CYS Investments Inc., Hatteras Capital Advisors LLC and others paying 15 …
Read MoreGITOMER: Replacing the cold call with: ANYTHING!
I am sick of the argument that cold calling still has a valuable place in selling. Someone PLEASE show me the value.
Let’s look at the stats:
• 98 percent or more rejection rate.
• …
Read MoreMcLellan: Avoid common email mistakes
Even though nowadays it’s considered a golden oldie, email marketing is still one of the most effective and efficient ways to connect to an audience. One of the biggest benefits of this marketing tool is …
Read MoreGUEST OPINION: Consider incentives for existing buildings, too
A previous guest opinion by architect Bill Dikis on April 6 highlighted Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings for healthy initiatives. That article noted that a bill being considered by the legislature would …
Read MoreA Closer Look: Miriam De Dios
Miriam De Dios’ story could be defined by two things: hard work and giving back to the community. After working for State Farm Insurance and John Deere Financial, De Dios was the first hire at …
Read MoreSocial Report: Women in Leadership
A recent report found that there are far fewer women in Central Iowa leadership roles than men. The Business Record asked readers:
What do you think is the No. 1 reason that the number of …
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