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Guest opinion: Huerta: ‘Don’t wait to become an activist’

By Lisa Cushatt and Paula Plasencia | Chrysalis Foundation board members

Throughout history, women’s movements have been powerful. They have ended civil wars, secured laws protecting millions, elected female leaders and won the right to …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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FemCity Des Moines names next president

FemCity Des Moines last week announced Erin Huiatt will lead the organization as its next president. Huiatt succeeds former president and group founder Emily Steele.

Huiatt, a longtime FemCity board member and owner of Des Moines Parent …
By LIFT IOWA STAFF | Sep 8, 2019
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ASAC names new executive director

Cedar Rapids Gazette: The Area Substance Abuse Council, a Cedar Rapids-based behavioral health and substance abuse provider, recently named a new executive director. Jeannette Archer-Simons started as executive director Aug. 26, according to a news …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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Sept. 17: Empowering Others Through Service and Example

Host: Women of Worth
About: This monthly luncheon, which includes two sessions for networking, will include a presentation by Suzie Glazer Burt, a Des Moines leader who has dedicated much time to serving various area …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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Sept. 24: Creating Strong Mentoring Relationships

Host: Women Lead Change
About: In today’s fast-paced and constantly changing world, successful mentoring relationships are invaluable. Whether you desire to be a better mentor, become a mentor, or find a mentor and be a …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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Sept. 26: Gaining & Enhancing Leadership Skills Through Nonprofit Boards

Host: Women Lead Change – Siouxland Women Connect
About: Participation on nonprofit boards is a great way to build leadership experience and expertise outside of the office. These opportunities allow busy professionals to give back …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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On The Rise: 9-9-19

Jordan Rose (pictured)
ChildServe
Hired as director of marketing and community relations
Johnston

Leann Thrapp
EveryStep Hospice
Hired as vice president of clinical services
Des Moines

Michelle Beisker
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
Promoted to …
By BPC Staff | Sep 8, 2019
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U.S. launches antitrust probe into California automaker agreement

Reuters: The U.S. Justice Department is investigating whether the decision of four automakers in July to reach a voluntary agreement with California to adopt state emissions standards violated antitrust law, people briefed on the matter …
By BPC Staff | Sep 6, 2019
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American Airlines mechanic accused of attempted sabotage of flight with 150 on board

CNN: A mechanic for American Airlines was arrested Thursday and accused of trying to sabotage a commercial airliner shortly before it was set to take off from Miami International Airport for the Bahamas with 150 …
By BPC Staff | Sep 6, 2019
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Fed Chair Powell says central bank will keep economic expansion going

New York Times: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said today that the Fed remains committed to keeping the United States economic expansion going, a signal that the Fed is likely to cut interest rates again …
By BPC Staff | Sep 6, 2019