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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa hires new executive director

Paige Moore has been hired as the new executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa. Moore began her new role on June 17. She brings experience from a 15-year career in health …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 8, 2024
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Baker Group announces Jeff Jordan as vice president of Cedar Rapids branch

Baker Group, a commercial contractor based in Ankeny, has promoted Jeff Jordan to the position of vice president of the Cedar Rapids branch. In this role, Jordan will be responsible for the financial performance, client …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 1, 2024
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United Way of Central Iowa names Badou-James as its CFO

United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Anne-Lyse Badou-James as its chief financial officer, the nonprofit announced Thursday.

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Badou-James’ role will include guiding the organization’s strategic direction, overseeing finance and technology and “enhancing …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 1, 2024
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Jenn Bleil hired as chief people officer for GreenState Credit Union

GreenState Credit Union has hired Jenn Bleil as its new chief people officer. In the role, Bleil will lead a team focused on a range of areas, from talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 27, 2024
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Trellis Café chef retiring

Chef Lisa LaValle has announced her retirement from Trellis Café at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, effective at the end of October. LaValle has been both chef and owner of Trellis Café for over …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 21, 2024
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Homemakers Furniture announces new president

Homemakers, an Urbandale-based furniture retailer, announced the appointment of Roger Merschman as its new president in a news release. Merschman transitioned from his previous position as vice president. “I am honored to take on the …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 21, 2024
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The Mutual Group appoints Brett Humphrey as chief financial officer

The Mutual Group, a West Des Moines-based insurance provider serving the mutual industry, announced the appointment of Brett Humphrey as senior vice president and chief financial officer. Humphrey brings nearly 20 years of global financial …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 19, 2024
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UnityPoint Health names Gregory Johnson chief medical officer

Dr. Gregory Johnson will be the next chief medical officer of UnityPoint Health, effective July 8. In the position, Johnson will lead UnityPoint Health’s provider workforce and enterprise-wide initiatives focused on quality of care, patient …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 14, 2024
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Tim Coonan joining Hubbell Realty

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Tim Coonan is joining Hubbell Realty Co. as a vice president, helping to expand the company’s growth in the areas of commercial, multifamily and industrial.

Coonan will work with Hubbell’s Development and Construction …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 10, 2024
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Drake University announces provost for campus equity and inclusion, new program

Terrance Pendleton has been appointed to a three-year term as associate provost for campus equity and inclusion at Drake University. The university announced it will also launch a new program in the fall of 2024 …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 7, 2024