Posts by maceyshofroth
Work on new Italian-American center begins soon
The renovation and expansion of an iconic white mansion that overlooks Gray’s Lake and downtown Des Moines is expected to begin this summer with much of the work completed by fall 2026.
Members of the …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of June 20
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 MoreTaylored Expressions grows crafting business in Ankeny
Cupcakes were all the rage back in the early aughts, made popular by TV shows like “Sex and the City,” which highlighted New York City’s Magnolia Bakery. The height of the cupcake trend was 2008 …
Read MoreBits and bites from DMDC 2025
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to go on my first Greater Des Moines Partnership DMDC trip to Washington, D.C.
It was a quick but memorable two days taking in sights and meeting some …
Read MoreChanging the cultural perception of entrepreneurs
A group of Central Iowa entrepreneurs, funders and advocates are trying to reframe entrepreneurship as a legitimate career path by creating an inspirational hub of conversation via Substack, an online writing platform. The Iowa Startup …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of May 16
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 MoreLeading from a place of well-being: A personal reflection on mental health in leadership
How many of us as leaders can honestly say we have always been OK? I certainly can’t. My own journey, and my observations of others in leadership, have highlighted the profound impact of mental well-being …
Read MoreFearless Focus recap: Four thoughts on women business owners
Greg Edwards: A portrait of progress
Greg Edwards will soon step down as president and CEO of Catch Des Moines after 25 years, saying the time is right for a change.
Edwards, 69, came to Des Moines in late 2000, after …
Read MoreOffice Outlook: How ‘return to work’ is affecting Des Moines real estate
As time has passed since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, many major Des Moines employers including Principal, Wellmark and Wells Fargo have been moving toward required time in office after years with fully remote …
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