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2024 Economic Forecast takeaways
Cautious optimism appeared to be the sentiment from the five economic experts who participated on the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast event panel on Jan. 24.
Public and private sector leaders …
Read MoreVilsack announces over $200 million in federal funds for solar, fertilizer projects
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $207 million in funding for renewable energy and domestic fertilizer projects in an effort to lower energy bills, generate new income, create jobs and strengthen competition for …
Read MoreJohnson named COO of Serve Credit Union
Des Moines-based Serve Credit Union has hired Andy Johnson as its new chief operating officer, the company announced Tuesday. Johnson will assist the CEO in the overall management and strategic direction of the credit union. …
Read MoreRenee Hardman named Lutheran Services in Iowa president, CEO
Lutheran Services in Iowa has appointed Renee Hardman as its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 23, the organization announced Thursday.
The statewide nonprofit provides a range of services and programs for children and youth, …
Read MoreCapital Crossroads announces new regional plan for Central Iowa, names new executive director
Capital Crossroads, a collaboration of regional organizations and residents, has announced a new regional plan called Central Iowa’s Roadmap to Opportunity and Prosperity for All that will be executed by new Executive Director Kaity Patchett …
Read MoreDMU Purple & Proud Campaign tops $51 million in donations
A fundraising campaign launched by Des Moines University in 2018 has surpassed its initial goal of $25 million, raising a total $51,061,597. The funds will go toward developing a new campus, expanding student scholarships and …
Read MoreApplications for Bank of America’s Student Leaders program close Jan. 17
The 2024 application for Bank of America’s Student Leaders paid internship program is open through Jan. 17. The national program places 300 selected students in an eight-week paid internship at a local nonprofit organization, and …
Read MoreIs the Kum & Go brand name disappearing?
One of the questions Chuck Maggelet was asked when Salt Lake City-based Maverik completed its acquisition of the Kum & Go convenience store in August was whether the Iowa chain’s name would be retained.
Maggelet …
Pyramid Theatre announces leadership changes
Napoleon Douglas will assume the role of artistic director at Pyramid Theatre Co. Douglas, an acclaimed performer, succeeds Tiffany Johnson, co-founder of the theater. Alexis Davis, former managing director, will now serve as producer. Pyramid …
Read MoreWest Des Moines Chamber of Commerce launches Visionary Leaders Forum series
In partnership with the Principal Financial Network of Central Iowa, the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce is commemorating its 100th anniversary by hosting a series of six Visionary Leaders Forum events. The invitation-only forums …
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