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Economic Forecast: What we learned

Last week, some top economic experts in Iowa shared their insights and opinions about the 2015 economy with a capacity crowd at the Business Record’s annual Economic Forecast luncheon. I, sadly, came down with a …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Feb 6, 2015
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2015 Deloitte CFO of the Year: Jim Weber

When several of Hubbell Realty Co.’s competitors were going out of business during the Great Recession, Jim Weber saw golden opportunities for growth. 

“That presented us with an opportunity to purchase some of those properties …
By JOE GARDYASZ | Feb 6, 2015
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Untangling the web

Now more than ever, nonprofit organizations must strive to find new, innovative ways to reach potential donors. 

This is especially true in Greater Des Moines, where the donor pool is smaller than in larger communities …
By MEGAN VERHELST | Feb 6, 2015
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A Closer Look: Natasha Sayles

At age 26, Natasha Sayles already has built a business from the ground up. Now she uses those skills learned so early at the helm of one of Greater Des Moines’ largest annual nonprofit events.…
By MEGAN VERHELST | Feb 6, 2015
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Business Record 1-23-15

Policy Pothole
Lawmakers face tough debate, $215 million shortfall in road cash

Focus: Legislative Issues to Watch

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By BPC Staff | Jan 30, 2015
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The Elbert Files: A daughter-in-law remembers

Editor’s note: Business Record columnist Dave Elbert’s mother died recently at the age of 95, just one day after the 25th anniversary of his father’s death. The following was written for her service by Dave’s …
By AMY ELBERT | Jan 30, 2015
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Gitomer: Big questions, bigger answers

1. How come people don’t call me back?

People not calling you back is not a problem; it’s a symptom. Here are some of the real reasons people don’t call you back:

A. Boring message. …
By JEFFREY GITOMER | Jan 30, 2015
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McLellan: The question behind the question

If you were ever to become an employee at Walt Disney World, you’d go through a class called Traditions. You’d learn all about the vision and legacy of Walt Disney and all the ins and …
By DREW MCLELLAN | Jan 30, 2015
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Public Companies: Dice Holdings, Inc.

Headquarters: New York, N.Y.
Website: www.diceholdingsinc.com
Ticker symbol: DHX
Employees: 830

New York, N.Y.-based Dice Holdings Inc., which has major operations in Urbandale, was founded in 1990. The remaining offices are in Denver; London; Santa …
By PERRY BEEMAN | Jan 30, 2015
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2015 Economic Forecast

It’s going to be a good year.

But don’t look for the economy to lift off like a rocket. Instead, expect solid growth in the United States, especially if the economies of China, Greece and …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Jan 30, 2015