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Baker Group announces Jeff Jordan as vice president of Cedar Rapids branch

Baker Group, a commercial contractor based in Ankeny, has promoted Jeff Jordan to the position of vice president of the Cedar Rapids branch. In this role, Jordan will be responsible for the financial performance, client …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 1, 2024
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United Way of Central Iowa names Badou-James as its CFO

United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Anne-Lyse Badou-James as its chief financial officer, the nonprofit announced Thursday.

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Badou-James’ role will include guiding the organization’s strategic direction, overseeing finance and technology and “enhancing …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 1, 2024
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MercyOne reaches agreement with UnitedHealthcare to maintain in-network coverage for patients

MercyOne, a system of health care facilities based in Iowa and Illinois, announced it reached a three-year agreement with health insurance provider UnitedHealthcare. This agreement ensures in-network access to MercyOne hospitals, doctors and specialists for …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 1, 2024
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Equal Access Festival planned for July 27 at Athene North Shore

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Each year, Disability Rights Iowa celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Though the nonprofit existed before the passage of the landmark civil rights legislation, the law “radically changed” …
By Emily Barske Wood | Jul 1, 2024
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Community Support Advocates unveils new behavioral health clinic

Community Support Advocates celebrated the opening of its new Integrated Behavioral Health Clinic on Tuesday in West Des Moines. The 87,000-square-foot facility at 1516 Valley West Drive will allow the nonprofit public health organization to …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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Watercress Financial closes $100M revolving credit partnership with DZ Bank

Watercress Financial Group LLC announced it has closed on a $100 million revolving credit warehouse facility with DZ Bank to enhance liquidity for contractors to offer long-term home improvement loans. This partnership aims to support …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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Survey: ABI members see economic uncertainty but majority expect workforce stability, continued capital investment in third quarter

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has released the results of its quarterly business survey, looking at concerns and expectations of ABI members going into the third quarter of 2024.

The survey was …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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DSM Fellowship Program announces graduates of 2024 cohort

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced the 2024 graduating class of the DSM Fellowship Program, a professional development initiative aimed at attracting, developing and retaining young talent. The program involves young professionals with up to …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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How the Iowa Supreme Court’s recent ruling on abortion law could affect the workforce

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By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 28, 2024
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Goodwill of Central Iowa opens new donation center in Altoona

Goodwill of Central Iowa is expanding its services with the opening of a new Goodwill donation center in Altoona. The new facility is part of Goodwill’s ongoing efforts to enhance community service and provide residents …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024