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A Closer Look: Jared Johnson

Jared Johnson acquired his first commercial real estate property when he was 18 years old.

The nearly 6-acre parcel at 4905 Hubbell Ave. in northeast Des Moines included a 77,000-square-foot building that had been occupied …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Oct 6, 2023
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On Leadership: Communication is key in family businesses

This column is the third in a series on family-owned business issues.

While clear communications are critical in any business, family-owned companies often face unique challenges when talking about the enterprise. Family issues and feelings …
By Suzanna de Baca | Oct 6, 2023
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On the Move: Week of Oct. 6

Jim Gilbertson
Hubbell Realty Co.
Hired as chief financial officer
jim.gilbertson@hubbellrealty.com

Don Klovstad
Indigo Living
Hired as property manager
don.klovstad@hubbellrealty.com

Jon Schmidt
Hubbell Homes
Promoted to purchasing manager
jon.schmidt@hubbellhomes.com

Drew McGrath
Hubbell Homes
Promoted to …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 6, 2023
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Keen recognized with Excellence in Safety award

Ankeny-based Keen Project Solutions, a full-service engineering and construction firm, has received Procore’s 2023 Groundbreaker Awards in the category of Excellence in Safety. Procore Technologies, Inc., a global leader in construction management software, annually acknowledges …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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State Historical Building of Iowa to reopen Oct. 14

After more than five years of renovations, the State Historical Building of Iowa, Museum and Research Center will fully reopen Oct. 14 with a daylong schedule of programs and the unveiling of a new museum …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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Iowa Bicycle Coalition names Luke Hoffman new executive director

The Iowa Bicycle Coalition announced the hiring of Luke Hoffman as its new executive director. Hoffman most recently served as the executive director for Iowa Rivers Revival. He will replace Mark Wyatt, who helped establish …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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Master plan process underway for 65 acres in Urbandale

The developer of a regional medical campus planned in Urbandale has entered into an agreement with the city and Macon Realty Co. to create a master plan for a 65-acre tract along Northpark Drive, north …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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2023 Envision Iowa Statewide Leaders Economic Outlook Survey released

The 2023 Envision Iowa Statewide Leaders Economic Outlook Survey was released at a Business Record event held on Oct. 4, and showed that while leaders continue to believe a thriving Iowa is possible, it will …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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Iowa Demon Hawks return home to play at Buccaneer Arena in 2023-2024

The Iowa Demon Hawks, a Major Arena Soccer League 2 team, will return to Des Moines for the 2023-2024 season and play its home games at Buccaneer Arena, according to m2soccer.com. League officials and team …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023
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Iowa Energy Center Board awards nearly $1.6 million in energy grants

The Iowa Energy Center Board awarded nearly $1.6 million in grants to six projects through the IEC grant program. The competitive funding opportunity allows eligible applicants to pursue projects that align with one of the …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 5, 2023