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JT Logistics builds on culture amid COVID

Two years ago, Jamie Cord and his partners were at a figurative crossroads in the growth of their company. 

 

It was February 2020, and Cord, then president of MYA Logistics, had just presented an …

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A Closer Look: Adrian Butler

Adrian Butler’s career has always centered on technology and using it creatively to build value. After growing up on a farm in Louisiana, Butler said that Casey’s customers reflect himself and how he was raised, and …

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Business Record 1-28-22

Cover story: Deloitte CFO of the Year: Michael Skokan

Focus: Economic Forecast

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New commercial permit valuations exceed $1.7 billion in 2021

The valuation of commercial building permits issued in 2021 for new projects in the Des Moines area soared over $1.7 billion, a total boosted by the construction of new data centers in West Des Moines …

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A Closer Look: Chad Quick

Chad Quick was drawn to community development through watching live broadcasts of city council and plan and zoning meetings. 


Quick, who grew up in Sheldahl, initially contemplated becoming an architect but eventually realized he instead …

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What will happen to the local economy in 2022? Business Record readers give their forecasts

Business leaders’ outlook on the economy for 2022 varies greatly. While some cite concerns with the effects of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, workforce shortages, supply chain disruptions and inflation, others are forecasting economic growth as …

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West Des Moines Water Works votes to begin negotiations on regionalization

This is a water treatment tank at the A.C. Ward water treatment plant in West Des Moines. The West Des Moines Water Works Board of Trustees voted Wednesday to join Des Moines and Urbandale in negotiations …

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Deloitte CFO of the Year: Michael Skokan

Doing what’s best for Hy-Vee’s employees — who now number more than 93,000 — was always at the top of Mike Skokan’s mind as chief financial officer of the West Des Moines-based company. 

Skokan, who …

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT: Business Publications Corporation announces leadership promotions to enhance organizational growth

Dear Business Record, dsm and ia readers and supporters:

 

During the last few years of challenge and change, the Business Publications Corporation (BPC) team has been laser- focused on our mission to inform, inspire, …

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OnDemand: 2022 Legislative Forecast

We sat down with business leaders to learn what issues they are focusing on when the Legislature convenes on Jan. 10. We discussed how the continuing coronavirus pandemic may affect legislation and the effects that …