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Spalding will continue in economic development role after retirement

David Spalding has agreed to continue in his role as vice president for economic development and industry relations (EDIR) at Iowa State University after stepping down as the dean of the Ivy College of Business …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 31, 2024
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National Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit set for Nov. 16 in Ankeny

The Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit will host its 17th annual national summit from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at Ankeny’s FFA Enrichment Center. There will be over 800 attendees from over 50 countries of …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 31, 2024
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DMU’s 2024 symposium to focus on technology-driven research

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will host its 2024 Research Symposium on Nov. 21 at its new campus in West Des Moines. This year’s symposium will highlight DMU’s commitment to advancing health care …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 31, 2024
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West Bancorporation announces third-quarter earnings

West Bancorporation Inc.’s loan portfolio remained strong in the third quarter, including in the commercial real estate sector, Harlee Olafson, the financial institution’s chief risk officer and executive vice president, said during a recent third-quarter …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 31, 2024
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Erika Macias named 2024 Latina Publisher of the Year at NAHP conference

NAHP Secretary Evelyn Castro, left, presenting Erika Macias with her award at the NAHP conference. Photo provided by Hola America.

Erika Macias was named the 2024 Latina Publisher of the Year by the National Association …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 30, 2024
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Habitat’s Blitz Build features construction of 8 houses

Nearly 400 volunteers this week are taking part in the construction of eight affordably priced houses during the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity’s Blitz Build. The photos show volunteers at the site in northeast…
By Business Record Staff | Oct 30, 2024
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Registration open for 2025 Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit

Registration is open for the 2025 Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit hosted by the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association. According to a news release, the event is the Midwest’s largest biofuels policy conference where biofuel producers and …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 30, 2024
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Political analyst Charlie Cook returns to Harkin Institute for annual lecture

The Harkin Institute will host political analyst Charlie Cook for his annual lecture at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at Sheslow Auditorium at Drake University. Cook will share insights on the 2024 general election and American …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 30, 2024
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Berk, Des Moines plans examiner, retiring after 26 years with city

Terry Berk had a goal when he started his work career in 1991: Retire at age 56.

This week, Berk, plans examiner for the city of Des Moines, is retiring from the job he’s held …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Oct 30, 2024
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Wells Fargo employees begin working, meeting in remodeled space at Jordan Creek campus in West Des Moines

Wells Fargo employees have begun working in the 360,000 square feet of office space that has been remodeled at the financial institution’s 160-acre Jordan Creek campus in West Des Moines, a company spokesperson said.

The …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 30, 2024