Archive for June 2016
The unintended consequence of women on boards
CREW Iowa uses national study to narrow some gaps
Guest Opinion: Take time to slow down
Recently, I was forced to slow down.
Study: Female founders find success in crowdfunding
A study from New York University and the Wharton School found that women-only teams on crowdfunding platforms stood a…Read More
CREW Iowa uses national study to narrow some gaps
June 9: TAI TechBrew
Host: Technology Association of Iowa
About: TAI will have tables set up by the live music at Fifth and Railroad in West Des Moines with Sumpin Doo performing at 6 p.m. Plan to arrive early …
CEO of United Way of East Central Iowa retiring
Cedar Rapids Gazette: Lois Buntz has announced she is retiring at the end of this year as CEO of United Way of East Central Iowa. Buntz has led the nonprofit since 2005.…
Read MoreAccess to farmers market will be affected by Dam to Dam
Patrons of the Downtown Farmers’ Market may experience travel delays because of the Dam to Dam race on Saturday. Getting to the Downtown Farmers’ Market will not be affected coming from the north. From the …
Read MoreOlmscheid honored by Broadway League
Eric Olmscheid, director of programming and education for Des Moines Performing Arts, was presented an award for outstanding achievement in education and engagement as part of the annual Broadway League Award last month. The awards …
Read MoreBaker Group secures land for expansion to Ankeny
Des Moines-based mechanical contractor Baker Group has paid $3.4 million for about 20 acres of land in Ankeny where it plans a $22 million office and manufacturing plant. Baker Group’s 1600 Corporate Woods LLC paid …
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