Archive for May 2023
Four Iowa students named 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Four Iowa high school students have been named as part of the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, which is one of the highest honors for high school students in the United States. The program …
Read MoreWalker to retire from Principal after 27 Years
Principal Financial Group has announced the retirement of Roberto Walker, who served as president of Principal Latin America for more than 12 years. Luis Valdés, former president of Principal International, will rejoin the company on …
Read MoreBriana Scurry shares story of resilience, recovery from brain injury at Principal
Briana Scurry passed around the two Olympic gold medals she once pawned.
One medal was from the 1996 Olympics …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of May 12
As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …
Read MoreFinancial Plus president reflects on changing world of credit unions
As the landscape for financial health has evolved to emphasize technology and digital investment opportunities, the mission of credit unions remains the same.
That is the assurance Dave Cale offers to members of Financial Plus …
Read MoreThe Elbert Files: ‘Swine Republic’
If you read one book about Iowa this year, read “The Swine Republic: Iowa’s Struggle With the Truth About Its Polluted Water and Agriculture” by Chris Jones, a hydrology expert who retires from the University …
Read MoreDeveloping communities through public art
Public art has long been a defining element in many cities, but it’s often viewed as a luxury, as art for art’s sake. Now, in many cities, artists and community leaders are working together to …
Read MoreFewer businesses offering remote work, U.S. labor study shows
Delta Dental of Iowa’s permanent post-pandemic work structure includes flexibility.
When the pandemic shuttered offices three years ago, employers were forced to find ways to keep workers productive as well as safe. Remote work became …
Read MoreOn Leadership: Is your team engaged? Consider upping your recognition.
Early in my career, I had a job in investment management that I found interesting and rewarding. Unfortunately, the culture of the organization was unsupportive and offered little recognition for the hard work most employees …
Read MoreOn the Move: Week of May 12
Donna Lorenzo
F&G
Hired as life new business specialist I
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Analee Gray
F&G
Hired as life new business specialist I
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Beimar Medina
F&G
Hired as senior software engineer
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Candice Endelman
F&G
Hired …