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SBA approves $15.4 million in Iowa business loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration in March backed 42 loans for $15.4 million to Iowa businesses from participating lenders using its two largest lending programs. The programs capitalized 17 new and 25 existing Iowa businesses …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Apr 8, 2015
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Food Bank of Iowa to benefit from nationwide Wal-Mart initiative

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. this week launched the “Fight Hunger, Spark Change” campaign, a nationwide initiative calling on the public to take action in the fight against hunger. The Food Bank of Iowa and other Feeding …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Humboldt woman named Small Business Person of the Year

 

Deb Davis, CEO of Sister’s Homestyle Entrees in Humboldt, has been selected as Iowa Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.  A panel is reviewing all the packages, and a national …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Deadline is near for Leadership Institute awards nominations

The Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute is accepting nominations for its annual Distinguished Leadership Awards. The awards honor leaders who have made notable contributions and exemplify the vision and purpose of the Leadership Institute. Leadership …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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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