Archive for November 2017
United Way of Central Iowa receives 4-star charity rating
For the 13th consecutive year, United Way of Central Iowa has received the top rating — four stars — from Charity Navigator, the largest independent charity evaluator in the nation. The rating demonstrates United Way’s …
Read MoreWakonda COO named to PGA board
David Schneider, PGA general manager and chief operating officer at Wakonda Club, has been elected to the PGA board of directors as a district director. He will serve a three-year term, representing Iowa, Minnesota and …
Read MoreHeartland adds another Minnesota banking operation
Dubuque-based Heartland Financial USA Inc. plans to buy Signature Bancshares Inc. of Minnetonka, Minn., according to a release. The acquisition is Heartland’s 20th since 1994 and its 13th transaction in the past six years. Signature …
Read MoreEddy will lead Polk County Health Department
Helen Eddy, pictured, has been named director of the Polk County Health Department, effective in February with the retirement of current Director Rick Kozin. “We are thrilled to welcome Helen to Polk County. She has …
Read MoreAirport cracking down on poor taxi service
Des Moines International Airport plans to limit taxi service at the airport to a few approved companies after complaints piled up. The city of Des Moines deregulated taxi service Jan. 1, which led to a …
Read MoreGuest Opinion: Secure your company’s banking processes and procedures
As the end of the year approaches, it’s often good to reflect on the personal goals you set at the beginning of the year and evaluate your progress. Did I lose the 20 pounds I …
Read MoreMcLellan: Consider video for your 2018 marketing plan
In my column last week I offered up some of the channels that I think every organization needs to consider as they build out their 2018 marketing plan based on data that suggest they’re too …
Read MoreThe Elbert Files: Is U.S. tax reform just a joke?
“It’s déjà vu all over again,” said a voice from behind on a bright, crisp morning as I neared the Des Moines Art Center.
“It is a nice day,” I replied to my old friend …
Read MoreNOTEBOOK: Huxley firm sees savings in 3-D
Kreg Tool of Huxley is part of a 3-D printing wave in Iowa that is saving manufacturers money. Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) worked with the company to come up …
Read MoreNOTEBOOK: A Long time ago, a classic Hawkeye era unfolded
When former Hawkeye star quarterback Chuck Long came into our office to have a photo taken as a new book on his career developed, he was cordial and professional.
He gladly took time to meet …
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