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Changing the cultural perception of entrepreneurs

A group of Central Iowa entrepreneurs, funders and advocates are trying to reframe entrepreneurship as a legitimate career path by creating an inspirational hub of conversation via Substack, an online writing platform. The Iowa Startup …
By Lisa Rossi | May 23, 2025
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On the Move: Week of May 23

Tricia Berry
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Hired as director of undergraduate clinical affairs – College of Osteopathic Medicine
Tricia.Berry@dmu.edu

Maria Davis
R&R Realty
Promoted to senior vice president, R&R Real Estate Advisors…
By Business Record Staff | May 23, 2025
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Red Bull Soapbox Race to bring $1M in economic impact to Des Moines

The Red Bull Soapbox Race will roll into Des Moines on May 31. Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the event near the Des Moines State Capitol grounds. In 2022, the event drew more than 25,000 spectators …
By Business Record Staff | May 22, 2025
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The Mutual Group appoints new chief growth officer and head of corporate development

TMG Insurance Services, also known as the Mutual Group, announced Peter Houston has been appointed chief growth officer and head of corporate development. Houston brings expertise in the mutual insurance sector and 15 years of …
By Business Record Staff | May 22, 2025
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Blank Park Zoo breaks ground on new lion habitat

Blank Park Zoo broke ground on Tuesday on a new lion habitat that will support the conservation of African lions. The Marjorie A. Foster Lion Conservation Center will more than triple the zoo’s space for …
By Business Record Staff | May 22, 2025
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Merchants Bonding Co. announces expansion, addition of jobs at West Des Moines HQ

Merchants Bonding Co. will expand its national headquarters in West Des Moines and add 35 jobs over the next three years. The 34,000-square-foot addition to its home office at 6700 Westown Parkway represents a $25…
By Michael Crumb | May 22, 2025
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Simpson College begins search for interim president

Simpson College announced it has begun its search for an interim president after former President Jay Byers died April 17. A specific search timeline has not been established, but the Simpson board of trustees expects …
By Business Record Staff | May 22, 2025
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Business Record announces 2025 Women of Influence

Top row (from left): Courtney Clarke, Bridget Cravens-Neely, Suzanna de Baca, Sally Dix, Sally Frank.
Bottom row (from left): Christina Moffatt, Jackie Norris, Dawn Refsell, Kimberly Baeth, Courtney Shaw.

The Business Record is proud to …
By Emily Barske Wood | May 22, 2025
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Double Up Food Bucks expands to all Fareway locations in Iowa

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative’s Double Up Food Bucks program has expanded its partnership with Fareway to offer the program at every Fareway location in Iowa. The addition of 76 Fareway stores will make the …
By Business Record Staff | May 21, 2025
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City of Des Moines receives LEED platinum certification for climate resiliency

The city of Des Moines has announced it received LEED Platinum certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. The LEED for Cities rating system recognizes local governments worldwide that have demonstrated commitment to sustainability and …
By Business Record Staff | May 21, 2025