Posts by kmeyer
The Elbert Files: The other DMU
Nearly 100 years ago in the spring of 1929, when today’s medically oriented Des Moines University went by the name Still College, students at the original Des Moines University rioted.
Upset by new owners who …
Read MoreIowa water utilities $1 billion dilemma
Des Moines Water Works and other water utilities are stepping up efforts to find funds to help cover the $1 billion-plus estimated cost to replace more than 100,000 lead water service lines in Iowa.
Utility …
Read MoreEnvision Iowa: BPC celebrates inaugural Visionary Leadership award winners
As part of our upcoming annual Envision Iowa live event, the Business Record is announcing the inaugural group of Envision Iowa Visionary Leadership Award winners.
These awards recognize six leaders from across the state who …
Read MoreSorensen talks about years as IBA’s president, CEO
John Sorensen knew how to organize a spreadsheet when he joined the Iowa Bankers Association 38 years ago but little about banking.
Sorensen was an accounting major at the University of Northern Iowa and worked …
Read MoreRethink retirement: Show appreciation for loyal employees
Richard Leider, author of several books including “The Power of Purpose,” was involved in a research study, “Discovering What Matters,” by MetLife Mature Market Institute. The study revealed that, while having enough money to be …
Read MorePreview: Power Breakfast to focus on multigenerational workforce
EVENT DETAILS
Battle of the generations: How to thrive with a multigenerational workforce
Oct. 24, 2024 | 9 to 11 a.m. | Des Moines Heritage Center
Register here.
Earlier this year, the number of Generation …
Read MoreAdvocates seek to protect, strengthen SNAP while celebrating its 60th anniversary in Iowa
City seeks redevelopment of Highland Park’s Odd Fellows Hall
New owner says vision for former LifeServe site includes hotel and housing
NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Church property acquired by electrical workers union
A local electrical union will likely expand its headquarters on a parcel of land it recently acquired just north of Des Moines, an official said. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 55, paid the …
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