Archive for May 2018
$100M water trails project turns to feasibility analysis
A whitewater course downtown would be part of a water trails project for the region.
We now know more about the water trail proposals in Central Iowa, a keystone project many leaders see as a …
Read MoreNotebook: Some more takeaways from Balance Autism’s launch event
I reported Friday about the Altoona-based nonprofit’s rebranding from the Homestead. The organization has experienced phenomenal growth, an unfortunate reflection of the increased prevalence of autism in children in the United States — but a …
Guest Opinion: Cut the cattiness
By Kirsten Anderson | Speaker and advocate
In recent months we’ve seen many powerful men topple from their high-titled workplace pedestal due to inflated egos, sense of entitlement and poor decision-making. However, men are not the only …
Read MoreGuest Opinion: No more cookie cutters
By Stephanie Majeran | Owner, WellRun Results LLC
I have read many different entrepreneurial books over the last year. Most of them had a recurrent theme: establish standard systems of service, as opposed to individual experiences for …
Woodall named IWLC director of events
Deanna Woodall (pictured), Quad Cities regional manager for Iowa Women Lead Change, has also been named director of events for the women’s leadership organization. In the newly created role, Woodall will oversee all IWLC events …
Read MoreDes Moines teacher receives community leadership award from Iowa Campus Compact
Iowa Campus Compact recently recognized education leaders, students and alumni for their work in building community-campus partnerships and community service programs. Among the honorees was Carrie Romo, a 2006 alumna of Central College who is …
Read MorePolitico launches female candidate tracker
To collect and analyze real-time data on women’s participation and performance in U.S. congressional and gubernatorial campaigns, Politico has launched the 2018 “Women Rule” candidate tracker, according to Iowa State University’s Carrie Chapman Catt Center …
Read MoreMay 25: Mentor Minutes
Host: The Dostal House
About: Have a big idea swimming around in your beautiful mind that you just need to hash out with someone, to get their opinion? Struggling through a tough spot at the …
June 1: June Coffee Connection
Host: FemCity Des Moines
About: Join us for the next Coffee Connection with business sponsor Erin Huiatt of Des Moines Parent and Midwest Mom and Wife. Huiatt provides resources for local families and support for …
June 18: WLN Golf Outing
Host: Women’s Leadership Network – Dubuque
About: Join members of the Women’s Leadership Network for an afternoon of golf. Ticket sales from the event benefit the group.
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Lacoma Golf Club, 8080 …