Archive for May 2018
RSM sponsors national movie premiere benefiting foster care
RSM US LLP, along with the RSM US Foundation, is sponsoring a major motion picture premiere on Wednesday for “A Chance in the World,” spotlighting the importance of providing stable environments for youth. The movie tells the story of …
Read MoreIowa Women’s Foundation’s ‘Ovation’ features 10 D.M. leaders
The Iowa Women’s Foundation recently unveiled the fifth edition of “Ovation: A Tribute to Iowa Women and Girls in Des Moines.” The book features 97 tributes to women of all ages all across Iowa who have made …
Read MoreIowa Finance Authority seeking nominations for 2018 HousingIowa Awards
Nominations are due July 13 for the 2018 HousingIowa Awards, the Iowa Finance Authority announced. The awards recognize outstanding programs, projects and individuals in Iowa’s housing industry for leadership and innovation in advancing housing opportunities in the …
Read MoreIndexed annuity sales up 10 percent in Q1; LIMRA revises full-year estimate
U.S. indexed annuity sales for the first quarter were $14.2 billion; up 4.4 percent from the previous quarter, and up 10 percent from the same period last year, according to Wink’s Sales & Market Report. It was …
Read More15th anniversary dsm Magazine unveiling Thursday
Please join dsm Magazine’s 15th anniversary celebration Thursday, May 31, at the city’s newest hotel, the Hilton just south of the Iowa Events Center. An anniversary issue will be distributed. It features people, events, stories …
Read MoreRecommended reads to start your week
Urbandale small business achieves dream through export markets
By Jayne Armstrong | Director, Iowa District, U.S. Small Business Administration
This guest submission is the second of several that will be offered by Jayne Armstrong throughout 2018. Armstrong’s goal with each submission is to highlight successful female …
Catt Center accepting nominations for Women Impacting ISU calendar
Nominations for the 2019 Women Impacting ISU calendar are being accepted now through Sept. 28. The annual calendar, started in 2007, highlights the accomplishments and achievements of 12 women currently on the Iowa State campus …
Read MoreJune 1: First Friday
Host: Iowa Center for Economic Success
About: Each First Friday, attendees will hear the stories of savvy, successful business owners and entrepreneurs. In a laid-back environment, catch words of wisdom from women and men who …
June 15: LEAP #4 – Pushing Boundaries Host: Downtown Des Moines Chamber About: The fourth event of the 2018 Leadership and Education Advancement Pipeline will focus on pushing boundaries and will feature speakers Katie Patterson and Pat Boddy. The cost to attend is $30 for chamber members and $40 for nonmembers. See this year’s schedule When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Holiday Inn Downtown, 1050 6th Ave., Des Moines Learn more
xHost: Downtown Des Moines Chamber
About: The fourth event of the 2018 Leadership and Education Advancement Pipeline will focus on pushing boundaries and will feature speakers Katie Patterson and Pat Boddy. The cost to attend …