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Why it matters: Together, we can create a strong future
It is hard to believe that it has been more than 18 years since I joined the Greater Des Moines Partnership team. As I make the transition from the president and CEO of the Partnership …
Read MoreBusiness Record 6-23-23
Cover Story: How Ankeny’s Uptown has been revived
Focus: Real Estate and Development
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Read MoreBehne to lead Exemplar Care full time
Exemplar Care announced today that President and Chief Strategy Officer Carl Behne will lead Exemplar’s team full time, ending a period where he also served as CEO of Burgess Health Center in Onawa.
“We are …
Read MoreBravo announces more than $508K in grants for arts, culture capital projects
Bravo Greater Des Moines has awarded $508,600 in grants to nonprofits and local communities for arts and cultural capital projects According to a news release, projects include the purchase of equipment, the acquisition of space …
Read MoreAnawim hosting event celebrating those who have overcome homelessness
Anawim Housing and community partners are hosting the annual Rising Toward Community event on June 21. The event celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals and families who have overcome homelessness on their journey to …
Read MoreJuneteenth holiday observed today
Juneteenth is observed today as a federal holiday, recognizing the day in 1865 when enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free, which came more than two months after the Civil War ended. …
Read MoreIEDA awards tax credits to help increase manufacturing, add jobs
Three companies have been awarded tax credits and refunds that will support $26 million in capital investments that will create nearly 90 jobs.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority announced the awards on Friday.
They support …
Reynolds announces Iowa Homeownership Incubator competition
Gov. Kim Reynolds has announced the second annual Iowa Homeownership Incubator competition. The competition challenges lending institutions and real estate professionals in Iowa to promote financial literacy and homeownership among all Iowans. The winning idea …
Read MoreChildServe honors SVPA Architects, Chris and Mary Risewick as ChildServe Champions
ChildServe has announced the recipients of this year’s ChildServe Champions award. SVPA Architects and Chris and Mary Risewick have been honored for their support in advancing ChildServe’s mission. SVPA Architects, a long-standing collaborator, has donated …
Read MoreDave & Buster’s hiring for 175 positions
Dave & Buster’s, a restaurant and entertainment venue, has begun hiring workers for the company’s new West Des Moines location.
The Texas-based chain began planning the West Des Moines venue more than three years ago. …