Posts by jretzlaff
RMH Systems acquires Complete Solution Robotics
RMH Systems, a provider of turnkey automation, material handling, packaging and industrial scale services, has acquired Complete Solution Robotics, LLC (CSR), a robotics and automation solutions provider based in Loveland, Colo. This acquisition aims to …
Read MoreSBA announces regional funding
The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the availability of new Regional Innovation Cluster (RIC) funding of up to $7.5 million to support domestic manufacturers. “Our new RIC funding and ongoing outreach serves small businesses …
Read MoreRSM holds annual Volunteer Day
RSM US LLP’s Des Moines office partnered with Roosevelt High School and Hubbell Elementary for its annual Volunteer Day, held on Aug. 1. RSM closed down its office for the day …
Read MoreAustad’s Golf to headline 2025 Iowa Family Business Conference in Des Moines
The fifth annual Iowa Family Business Conference will feature Dave and Ryan Austad, father-and-son leaders of Austad’s Golf, as keynote speakers. As stewards of a third-generation family enterprise, the Austads will share how they’ve weathered …
Read MorePrincipal Charity Classic raised record $10.6 million at 2025 tournament
The Principal Charity Classic announced the 2025 tournament raised a record $10.6 million in support of Iowa youth. The annual PGA Tour Champions event in Des Moines has raised more than $73 million for Iowa …
Read MoreGrants consulting group expands services, team
Canary Consulting Group, a Central Iowa-based nonprofit consulting firm, announced the launch of new grant coaching and readiness services as well as the addition of two new consultants: Trace Hoekstra and Chris Koepplin. Hoekstra brings …
Read More2 Iowa companies advance in national ag entrepreneur challenge
Ten agricultural startups will go head-to-head for the top prize of $100,000 in the 2026 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, aims to encourage agricultural innovation through …
Read MoreValley West Mall under contract: Buyer begins period of due diligence
The once vibrant Valley West Mall is under contract with a …
Read More2025 Iowa Women of Achievement Award nominations open
Nominations are open for the 2025 Iowa Women of Achievement Award presented by Women Lead Change. The award recognizes the contributions of historical Iowa women who made lasting contributions to Iowa, the nation or the …
Read MoreIowa Nonprofit Summit registration open
The Iowa Nonprofit Alliance will host the Iowa Nonprofit Summit on Oct. 1 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny. Keynote speakers include Diane Yentel, president and CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits, and …
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