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MercyOne reaches agreement with UnitedHealthcare to maintain in-network coverage for patients
MercyOne, a system of health care facilities based in Iowa and Illinois, announced it reached a three-year agreement with health insurance provider UnitedHealthcare. This agreement ensures in-network access to MercyOne hospitals, doctors and specialists for …
Read MoreEqual Access Festival planned for July 27 at Athene North Shore
Each year, Disability Rights Iowa celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Though the nonprofit existed before the passage of the landmark civil rights legislation, the law “radically changed” …
Read MoreCommunity Support Advocates unveils new behavioral health clinic
Community Support Advocates celebrated the opening of its new Integrated Behavioral Health Clinic on Tuesday in West Des Moines. The 87,000-square-foot facility at 1516 Valley West Drive will allow the nonprofit public health organization to …
Read MoreWatercress Financial closes $100M revolving credit partnership with DZ Bank
Watercress Financial Group LLC announced it has closed on a $100 million revolving credit warehouse facility with DZ Bank to enhance liquidity for contractors to offer long-term home improvement loans. This partnership aims to support …
Read MoreSurvey: ABI members see economic uncertainty but majority expect workforce stability, continued capital investment in third quarter
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has released the results of its quarterly business survey, looking at concerns and expectations of ABI members going into the third quarter of 2024.
The survey was …
Read MoreDSM Fellowship Program announces graduates of 2024 cohort
The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced the 2024 graduating class of the DSM Fellowship Program, a professional development initiative aimed at attracting, developing and retaining young talent. The program involves young professionals with up to …
Read MoreHow the Iowa Supreme Court’s recent ruling on abortion law could affect the workforce
Goodwill of Central Iowa opens new donation center in Altoona
Goodwill of Central Iowa is expanding its services with the opening of a new Goodwill donation center in Altoona. The new facility is part of Goodwill’s ongoing efforts to enhance community service and provide residents …
Read MoreJenn Bleil hired as chief people officer for GreenState Credit Union
GreenState Credit Union has hired Jenn Bleil as its new chief people officer. In the role, Bleil will lead a team focused on a range of areas, from talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement …
Read MoreJoseph Dunham wins EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Heartland Award
Ernst & Young announced the winners of the Entrepreneur of the Year Heartland Award, including Joseph Dunham II, president and CEO of OneroRx in West Des Moines. The Heartland program celebrates entrepreneurs from South Dakota, …
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