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Random House will publish Anne-Marie Slaughter’s new book in September

Anne-Marie Slaughter’s 2012 article in the Atlantic, “Why Women Still Can’t Have it All,” which described her choice to leave a dream job in Washington to return to her family and academic career and outlined …

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SPEAK UP: Demand to be introduced

Young professionals, no matter how uncomfortable it may be, need to be assertive in meeting people, writes Meredith Freese for IowaBiz.com. If you want people to know who you are and that you are there…
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SPEAK UP: Being one of the ‘Lean In’ men

Shadley Grei, an Iowa native who now lives in Hollywood, wasn’t sure what he had to gain by reading Sheryl Sandberg’s “Lean In.” However, after giving in and reading the copy on his boss’s desk,…
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On The Rise: 7-6-15

  Jean Scherr Named first vice president and tax officer in the finance department at West Bank. West Des Moines   Kate Rolfes Hired as marketing and communications manager at Anawim Housing. Des Moines  …
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Lt. governor recognizes artists featured in Iowa Women’s Art Exhibition

Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds honored three Iowans this week for their participation in the inaugural Iowa Women’s Art Exhibition, designed to showcase female artists and celebrate their contributions to the state’s culture. Presented in conjunction …

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Bradshaw to lead Iowa Law Enforcement Academy

Judy Bradshaw today was named director of the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy by Gov. Terry Branstad, effective July 1. Bradshaw became the academy’s assistant director in October 2014 after retiring as Des Moines police chief. …

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Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame inductees announced

BY LIFT IOWA STAFF | @LiftIOWA

 

Four women have been selected for induction into the Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame.

 

The Iowa Commission on the Status of Women last week announced this year’s inductees, who …

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Guest Opinion: Intervention for re-invention

BY TIFFANY O’DONNELL | Chief operating officer, Iowa Women Lead Change

 

Editor’s Note: Tiffany O’Donnell, chief operating officer of Iowa Women Lead Change (IWLC), officially begins her position July 6. This is her first guest …

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Forbes publishes list of 50 richest self-made women

BY LIFT IOWA STAFF | @LiftIOWA

 

Forbes has compiled its first-ever list of the nation’s top 50 most successful, self-made women as measured by their net worths.

 

The exclusive freshman class includes entrepreneurs, CEOs, entertainers, …

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Interested in serving on a board? Easter Seals Iowa seeking new directors

Easter Seals Iowa is seeking community members to join its board of directors beginning in October 2015. Board members serve a three-year term with the possibility of a second term. For additional information, contact Krable …