Posts by kmeyer
The Elbert Files: Commodore memories
A few years after Amy and I moved into our home on the west side of Des Moines, a memorable event occurred.
On March 7, 1980, the Commodore Hotel, a stately, six-story building at 3440 …
Read MoreTaking stock of supplier diversity
For small businesses seeking growth for their consumer packaged goods brands, getting their products into grocery stores can be a challenge when a few conglomerate brands supply most of a store’s inventory.
Taufeek ShahIt’s …
Read MoreThe Elbert Files: Property tax cut?
My friend K.C. was in the northeast corner of the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park admiring artist Ugo Rondinone’s Moonrise sculptures, which are two oversized heads with ridiculous expressions.
The pair are among a …
Read MoreMeet the new duo leading the Global Insurance Accelerator
A new team is at the helm of the Global Insurance Accelerator, which recently wrapped up its ninth 100-day program with the annual Global Insurance Symposium held in Des Moines in April.
Dan Israel and …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of May 12
As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …
Read MoreFinancial Plus president reflects on changing world of credit unions
As the landscape for financial health has evolved to emphasize technology and digital investment opportunities, the mission of credit unions remains the same.
That is the assurance Dave Cale offers to members of Financial Plus …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of May 5
As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …
Read MoreOn the Move: Week of May 5
Jeremy Koons
F&G
Promoted to manager, cloud engineering
jeremy.koons@fglife.com
Justin Tesene
F&G
Promoted to regional director, annuity sales
justin.tesene@fglife.com
Grant Winkel
F&G
Promoted to lead reinsurance financial reporting accountant
grant.winkel@fglife.com
Erica Turner
Krause Group
Hired …
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The Elbert Files: Prolific lawmakers
As I write this, the Iowa General Assembly is still in session but is far enough along that I feel confident in predicting it will be remembered as one of the most prolific ever.
The …
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