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CREW Iowa uses national study to narrow some gaps

Women in commercial real estate have narrowed the pay gap with their male counterparts by a small degree, according to a study commissioned by CREW Network, an organization that represents women in a range of…
By KENT DARR | Jun 6, 2016
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Guest Opinion: Take time to slow down

BY BRIANNE FITZGERALD | Resource development director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa
Recently, I was forced to slow down.


In preparation for my inevitable slowdown, I panicked and tried to think of anything…
By BPC Staff | Jun 6, 2016
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Study: Female founders find success in crowdfunding

BY LIFT IOWA STAFF | @LiftIOWA


Crowdfunding might be the answer for women entrepreneurs seeking funding.

A study from New York University and the Wharton School found that women-only teams on crowdfunding platforms stood a…
By LIFT IOWA STAFF | Jun 6, 2016
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CREW Iowa uses national study to narrow some gaps

Women in commercial real estate have narrowed the pay gap with their male counterparts by a small degree, according to a study commissioned by CREW Network, an organization that represents women in a range of…
By KENT DARR | Jun 6, 2016
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CREW Iowa uses national study to close some gaps

Women in commercial real estate have closed the pay gap with their male counterparts by a small degree, according to a study commissioned by CREW Network, an organization that represents women in a range of…
By KENT DARR | Jun 1, 2016
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On The Rise: 5-31-16

  Belen Ceballos Promoted to assistant director of LUNA. Des Moines   Victoria Christman Named the director of the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement at Luther College. Decorah   Laurie Barrick Promoted to senior…
By BPC Staff | May 31, 2016
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SPEAK UP: Americans don’t realize how big the leadership gap really is

According to the research firm Catalyst, women make up just 4 percent of CEOs in the Standard and Poor’s 500. Yet a new report from the Rockefeller Foundation indicates that this reality doesn’t line up…
By BPC Staff | May 31, 2016
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SPEAK UP: Lies you’ll hear in negotiations

Don’t like being lied to? Then you’re really not going to like negotiating. Lies are a standard, acceptable and not-at-all personal part of the negotiation process, Katie Donovan, a negotiation expert with Equal Pay Negotiations…
By BPC Staff | May 31, 2016
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Event Aug. 15-17: Dream Big Think Bigger Conference for women entrepreneurs

Host: Iowa Innovation Corporation About: Thinking about starting a business? This event is for you. Own a business and want to grow it? This event is for you. Have an idea you want to protect…
By BPC Staff | May 31, 2016
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Event June 22: Professional Women’s Network informational meeting

Host: Professional Women’s Network About: This free event is designed for interested women to learn more about the network and why membership might be right for them. Light appetizers and drinks will be served. Interested…
By BPC Staff | May 31, 2016