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Yanney, Hubbell, Tyler named to Iowa Business Hall of Fame

The Greater Des Moines Committee has name Charese Yanney, James Hubbell III and James Tyler to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame for their outstanding contributions to the development and enhancement of Iowa’s business climate. Charese Yanney…
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Business leaders more optimistic about state economy, but less so than this time last year

The level of optimism among state business leaders is edging up but still lags the enthusiasm they expressed last year.

The Iowa Business Council said today that its index of business leaders’ sentiments for the…
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A Closer Look: Robert Warren

If you meet the new executive director of Hoyt Sherman Place and want to engage him in conversation, it won’t be a difficult task. 

You can talk sports. He’s a runner, swimmer, triathlon participant and …

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Raise the minimum wage?

The momentum toward raising the legal minimum wage is causing fewer Iowa retailers to lose sleep than one might expect.

Iowa is among a minority of U.S. states that have not raised their local legal …

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Bank economists predict upbeat consumers and robust sales for holiday season

Economists for Wells Fargo & Co. and Bank of the West are predicting that retail sales will come up roses on Black Friday and through the holiday shopping season.


Merchants might miss the flush cheeks…
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Meredith thinking cash might sweeten merger deal – NY Post

The New York Post is reporting that Meredith Corp. is considering kicking in some cash to sweeten a $2.4 billion merger with Media General Inc. that is in jeopardy because of a rival offer to purchase …

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Event Dec. 3: Partnership opens registration for legislative luncheon

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will reveal its legislative agenda at a luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 3 at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. A panel discussion featuring legislative leaders will be part …

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Ames Environmental merges with Impact7G, Inc.

Asbestos firm Ames Environmental Inc. has merged with Johnston-based Impact7G, Inc., a professional environmental and sustainability services firm. Ames Environmental will continue to provide asbestos and indoor air quality inspections, asbestos training, project management and …

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East Village Holiday Promenade still on

Despite the snowy forecast, the East Village will hold its Holiday Promenade tonight from 5-7 p.m. Businesses will have open houses to mark the beginning of the holiday season. Watch for photos at #HEVPromenade, and any …

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Baird named chairwoman of Iowa Chamber Alliance

The Iowa Chamber Alliance has named Dee Baird, president and CEO of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, as chairwoman. She replaces Chairman Jay Byers, CEO of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. The Iowa Chamber …