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2 questions from Envision Iowa Think Tank on business opportunities
As part of Business Publications Corp.’s Envision Iowa Think Tank series, the Business Record spoke Aug. 22 with three experts who work with Iowa manufacturers, entrepreneurs and business owners about business opportunities and innovation in …
Read MoreConference to focus on public health, environmental effects of animal production
A new book, “Industrial Farm Animal Production, the Environment, and Public Health,” will be the topic of a two-day conference hosted by the Harkin Institute this month. According to a news release, the conference’s aim …
Read MoreParticipants for Leadership Iowa program announced
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry Foundation has announced the class of 40 Iowa leaders who will participate in its 2024-25 Leadership Iowa issues-awareness program. Leadership Iowa began in 1982, with participants coming from …
Read MoreOptimae LifeServices opens second intensive residential service home in Waukee
Optimae LifeServices, a disability services provider, has opened its second intensive residential service home after the opening of its first in Ames in June. According to a news release, these homes serve adults with the …
Read MoreWorld Food Prize announces 2024 recipient of Norman E. Borlaug Award
The World Food Prize Foundation has announced the recipient of the 2024 Norman E. Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application.
Dennis BeesigamukamaDennis Beesigamukama, a postdoctoral fellow at the International Centre of Insect Physiology …
Read MoreKeynote speaker announced for Greater Des Moines Regional Summit
The Greater Des Moines Partnership says it has a keynote speaker and topic for the inaugural Greater Des Moines Regional Summit it is planning this fall. Kat Saunders, partner and head of strategy and leadership …
Read MoreCasey’s growth outpaces expectation, CEO says
Casey’s General Store’s strategic plan included a goal of adding at least 350 new convenience stores by 2026.
Darren RebelezThe Ankeny-based chain met the goal nearly 18 months sooner than expected, Darren Rebelez, the …
Read More2 Midwest design companies partner to expand services to commercial clients
Two Midwest-based construction design firms Built Solutions and Mercer Zimmerman have announced a partnership between the two companies. The partnership follows the purchase of Built Interior Construction by an affiliate company of Mercer Zimmerman, which …
Read MoreTrailer for block parties earns Bondurant a statewide award
Bondurant is the winner of the Iowa League of Cities’ All-Star Community Award for 2024, according to a news release. The Des Moines suburb was honored for its Rec-N-Roll Trailer, which helps residents organize community …
Read MoreWaukee chamber holding economic development bus tour
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an economic development bus tour from 2 to 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 12. The event will begin at the Palms Theatres & IMAX with networking and a …
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