Archive for May 2019
Study: 4 in 10 male MBAs believe workplace parity achieved
A recent study by Forté reveals that only 6 in 10 male MBAs agree that gender equality has not been achieved. That means 40 percent think that all work is done when it comes to …
Read MoreGuest opinion: A new world in front of me
By Elena Hildebrandt | Student, Drake University
I am gripped by equal parts of anticipation and paralyzing fear. As one of more than 2 million students expected to earn their first degree in less than two …
Guest opinion: How to better integrate women on your board
By Kate Banasiak | Past president, Lead Like a Lady
Boards are putting more and more of a focus on how they can better diversify themselves, which often involves engaging more women, but starting this process without …
Jindrich selected as next Linn County finance director
Corridor Business Journal: The Linn County Board of Supervisors has named Dawn Jindrich to be the next Linn County finance director. Jindrich, currently the Linn County budget director, is succeeding Finance Director Steve Tucker, who …
Read MoreCast your vote for Eastern Iowa’s Most Influential
The Corridor Business Journal has opened voting for its annual Most Influential list, and they want to hear from you. This program recognizes the people who have made the biggest mark on the Corridor within the past year, …
Read MoreMay 28: Topical Tuesday – Small Business Banking
Host: Iowa Center for Economic Success
About: Small business banking can entail more than meets the eye. Join in this Topical Tuesday to make strides in understanding how to achieve the financial goals of your …
June 11: East Village Sip & Stroll
Host: NAWBO Iowa
About: Join others for an afternoon stroll through the East Village to visit the shops of some hardworking women business owners. Light refreshments will be provided. The cost is $20.
When: 4-6 …
In Case You Missed It – Lift IOWA: 5-13-19
The Tama County Economic Development Commission has named Katherine Ollendieck as its new economic development director. She began her new position April 9. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
At least a couple of times a month, Jodie …
Read MoreOn The Rise: 5-13-19
Mara Frerichs (pictured)
Farmers Trust & Savings Bank
Promoted to human resources and financial officer
Buffalo Center
Brianne Fitzgerald
Alzheimer’s Association
Hired as program director
West Des Moines
Kayla Kovarna
Des Moines Airport Authority
Hired …
AMA Iowa NOVA Award winners announced
The Iowa Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA Iowa) announced the winners of the 14th annual NOVA Awards on Thursday. Top award recipients in each NOVA category include:
Advertising – ZLR Ignition, Wellmark-Medicare Campaign…