Archive for September 2023
Envision Iowa: Key takeaways about the future of Iowa’s post-pandemic infrastructure
The Business Record recently held its third think tank session of this year’s Envision Iowa series. It focused on infrastructure, specifically about the future of Iowa’s post-pandemic infrastructure needs. Panelists included:
Joe Murphy
president, Iowa …
On the Move: Week of Sept. 29
Crystal Clayton
F&G
Hired as director, operations customer experience
crystal.clayton@fglife.com
Sydney Boeschen
F&G
Hired as manager, internal controls
sydney.boeschen@fglife.com
Christopher Rainwater
F&G
Hired as claims customer contact representative
christopher.rainwater@fglife.com
Carter Khalequzzaman
F&G
Hired as actuary, …
What they’re checking out: Week of Sept. 29
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 …
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Business Record 9-29-23
Meisner named 2023 Dentons Davis Brown Human Resources Professional of the Year
The Business Record has named Jessica Meisner as the 2023 Dentons Davis Brown Human Resources Professional of the Year. Meisner is the vice president of human resources at UnityPoint Health.
The award, launched by the Business Record …
USDA invests $5 million to strengthen rural Iowa communities, businesses
Theresa Greenfield, U.S. Department of Agriculture rural development state director in Iowa, announced that the agency is investing $4,782,800 in loans and $268,500 in grants to 13 rural Iowa projects to help communities and businesses …
Read MoreWild Boar Challenge for Charity returns Saturday
The Wild Boar Challenge for Charity, presented by Contributors Breakfast Club, will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday at Wildwood Hills Ranch in St. Charles. The race will support Wildwood Hills Ranch, which provides educational …
Read MoreObesity presents significant economic challenges in Iowa, new report shows
Obesity is not only a chronic disease that 36.4% of Iowans currently live with but also a significant economic challenge that affects nearly everyone, according to findings from a new study …
Read MoreHotel association recognizes statewide leaders
The Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association recently announced its inaugural honorees for the group’s statewide industry awards. Each honoree was selected by the association’s board of directors and will be recognized at an awards luncheon …
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