Posts by jretzlaff
Unfavorable domestic economy a top concern in IBC’s third-quarter Economic Outlook Survey
Concerns related to an unfavorable domestic economy topped the list of challenges facing Iowa businesses in the results of the Iowa Business Council’s latest six-month Economic Outlook Survey released today.
Iowa business leaders who responded …
Read MoreEastern Polk County cities holding manufacturing panel Oct. 9
The cities of Pleasant Hill, Bondurant and Altoona are hosting the inaugural East Polk County Manufacturing and Industrial panel discussion on Oct. 9. The free event will feature a discussion with leaders from DeeZee, Marzetti …
Read MoreArt Center director is admitted to Association of Art Museum Directors
Kelly Baum, the director of the Des Moines Art Center, has been admitted to the Association of Art Museum Directors, according to a news release. Baum’s membership will let her collaborate with colleagues on issues …
Read MoreDecision delayed on request to allow bar in former Spaghetti Works space
The potential tenant of former Court Avenue restaurant space was granted a delay in consideration of his request to open a bar in the building.
Larry Smithson, an operator of area bars, had asked the …
Read MoreLocal leader launching new executive networking group
Local recruiting and outplacement leader Marni Hockenberg this fall is launching ExeConnect Iowa, a new invite-only networking community exclusively for vice president to C-suite level executives in Des Moines and Central Iowa. According to a …
Read MoreDMPS, Google Fiber aim to help families through Parent University
Des Moines Public Schools has launched the Parent University initiative to provide technology training for local families. Google Fiber is supporting the program. The skills taught can help caregivers support children’s academic success, according to …
Read MoreGolf outing raises $142,000 for families of fallen construction workers
Cemen Tech and Master Builders of Iowa raised more than $142,000 during a recent golf outing for Construction Angels, a nonprofit that provides financial aid, counseling and scholarships to families of construction workers who died …
Read MoreJohnston ranks in top 10% nationwide in survey on community services
The city of Johnston is the recipient of a “Leading the Way Award” from ETC Institute, according to a news release. The honor recognizes local government achievements in delivering services to residents; recipients rank in …
Read MoreIndustry insiders, analysts offer key takeaways during Manufacturing Forecast
As part of our annual look into Iowa’s manufacturing sector, Business Record Associate Editor Mike Mendenhall and Group Publisher Chris Conetzkey recently moderated a panel discussion with two Iowa-based manufacturers, an economics professor and patent …
Read MoreIowa Total Care donates $35,000 to NAMI Iowa
A $35,000 grant from Iowa Total Care will support National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Iowa events, according to a news release. Iowa Total Care, a subsidiary of Centene Corp., is one of the companies …
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