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Money Smart investor conference to be held April 18

The 2015 Money Smart Investor Conference will be held April 18 on the Drake University campus. The free event, which will showcase strategies for retirement, how to begin investing in stocks and other financial management …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Fidelity & Guaranty parent may sell insurer

HRG Group, the parent company of Des Moines-based Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Co., said Monday it is “exploring strategic alternatives” for its majority ownership stake in the company, The Des Moines Register reported. HRG, formerly Harbinger …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Grassley seeks answers on Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac

Sen. Charles Grassley wants federal officials to uncloak documents surrounding a 2012 decision to alter the terms of the taxpayer bailout of housing agencies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, The New York Times reported.

 

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By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Apr 8, 2015
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AIB lays off 17 staff members

AIB College of Business has laid off 17 of its 80 full-time staff members, effective June 8, the college announced Tuesday. AIB plans to close June 30, 2016, and the campus will be donated to …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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Ballet Des Moines announces 2015-16 season

Ballet Des Moines has announced the performances included in its 2015-16 season, kicking off in October. The first is “A Triple Bill,” with shows taking place Oct. 23-25 at Hoyt Sherman Place. In December, “The …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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United Way of Central Iowa appoints two to senior leadership roles

United Way of Central Iowa has announced the appointment of two individuals to the organization’s senior leadership staff. Melanie Campbell has been promoted to chief donor engagement officer. She will lead the organization’s corporate and …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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REG: Geismar plant will be down for up to four months

Renewable Energy Group Inc. now estimates that its Geismar, La. plant will be out of production for two to four months after a fire on April 2 that injured two employees, who are recovering. REG …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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Houses prices up nearly 5 percent in the year through February

Greater Des Moines house prices increased 4.6 percent for the year ended in February, real estate analytics firm CoreLogic Inc. said today. Prices held steady from January through February. Nationwide, prices rose 5.6 percent for …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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Ankeny approves funds for company bringing STEM jobs to town

The Ankeny City Council has approved an $100,000 economic development package for Advanced Analytical Technologies Inc.’s $2 million relocation and expansion. AATI plans to lease a 33,000-square-foot building at 2450 S.E. Oak Tree Court for …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015
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Winnebago announces rental program deal with Apollo

Forest City-based Winnebago Industries Inc. announced it has entered into an agreement for 2015 for the sale of more than 500 motor homes to one of North America’s leading recreation vehicle rental companies, Apollo Motorhome …
By BPC Staff | Apr 7, 2015