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SPEAK UP: 6 key lessons from the legacy of Susan B. Anthony

  Peter DeMarco, contributing writer for BizWomen.com, recently visited his local county courthouse with his daughter where they were reminded of Susan B. Anthony’s arrest when she tried to vote in the Nov. 18, 1872,…
By BPC Staff | Dec 5, 2016
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Dec. 13: Women of Worth December luncheon – Networking and holiday gift exchange

Host: Women of Worth About: The event, which includes two sessions for networking, will include lunch, a presentation and an optional holiday gift exchange. Attendees are encouraged to bring a white elephant gift or a…
By BPC Staff | Dec 5, 2016
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Leath: STEM enrollment still has room to grow

The Business Record recently interviewed Iowa State University President Steven Leath about his achievements and challenges in his first five years on the job.


Here’s what he had to say about the status of ISU’s…
By PERRY BEEMAN | Dec 5, 2016
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Take a closer look at Melissa O’Neil

Hometown: West Branch Education: Bachelor of Science in communications, Clarion University of Pennsylvania; Master of Arts in advertising, Syracuse University Family: Husband, Jeremy; daughter, Katie; son, Patrick Contact: moneil@centraliowashelter.org


When she was growing up in West…
By JOE GARDYASZ | Dec 5, 2016
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Guest Opinion: Tis’ the season for challenging business and social situations

BY EMILY ABBAS | Chief of staff and chief marketing officer, Bankers Trust Co.

 

Holiday parties, gift-giving and special events can set the stage for both fabulous networking and cringe-worthy faux paus. I thought …
By BPC Staff | Dec 5, 2016
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Indexed annuity sales projected to top $60 billion in 2016

 

Total third-quarter indexed annuity sales were $14.3 billion, down nearly 8 percent when compared with the previous quarter, but up more than 3 percent compared with the same period last year, according to figures …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Dec 2, 2016
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Smith takes administrative role with Iowa Healthcare Collaborative

  Elliott Smith, former executive director of the Iowa Business Council, will begin a new role Monday as vice president of administrative services for the Iowa Healthcare Collaborative. The Des Moines-based nonprofit organization focuses on…
By JOE GARDYASZ | Dec 2, 2016
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Tenants moving into Jackson Crossing apartments

  The first phase of a $40 million multibuilding apartment project along Indianola Avenue is complete and renters began moving in on Thursday. When completed, Jackson Crossing will occupy nearly 5 acres of ground south…
By KENT DARR | Dec 2, 2016
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Dec. 16: Fallen Heroes Benefit Auction

Host: The Picker Knows

About: On Nov. 2, the Des Moines metro area was rocked by a tragedy that we will never forget when Des Moines Police Sgt. Anthony Beminio and Urbandale Officer Justin Martin …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Dec 2, 2016
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Dec. 9: TechBrew AM featuring Principal’s CIO

Host: Technology Association of Iowa

About: TAI President Brian Waller will conduct a casual interview with Gary Scholten, chief information officer at Principal Financial Group. Gary will share his favorite music for TAI’s “Vinyl Friday,” …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Dec 2, 2016