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Corridor Business Journal: Hiawatha-based CEC, a technology systems integrator, has appointed Kim Lehrman as its new CEO. She recently served as president and chief marketing officer at Hiawatha-based enTouch Wireless. With 15 years of experience …

Reuters: Walmart Inc. likely discriminated against 178 female workers by paying them less, denying them promotions or both, because of their gender, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said in memos seen by Reuters. A lawyer …

Hy-Vee won three awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for achieving voluntary goals to reduce refrigerant emissions. The EPA is running a GreenChill Partnership because leaky refrigeration units can be expensive and add to …

Sept. 6: First Friday with Dwana Bradley
Host: Iowa Center for Economic Success
About: Each First Friday, attendees will hear the stories of savvy, successful business owners and entrepreneurs. In a laid-back environment, catch words …

As part of a succession plan, the Stelter Co. announced last week that Bev Hutney will transition into the role of CEO. Hutney will take over for Peggy Fisher, who plans to retire in June 2020. Hutney, …

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Sara Bearrows, formerly chief deputy treasurer in the Linn County Treasurer’s Office, has been named the county’s new budget director, effective last week. Corridor Business Journal 

Forty-nine years ago, KJ & Kompany salon sharpened their …

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When it opened on April 1, 1996, Dulcinea became a downtown Iowa City fixture. Now, ownership of the boutique is changing hands. Clare Mummey will take over the business from owner Sandra Navalesi on …

Corridor Business Journal: Melissa Whisler has been appointed administrative chief of staff at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. In the role, she will work with CEO Suresh Gunasekaran, hospital executives and …

The U.S. women’s soccer team are returning home champions again. The team dominated the Netherlands in the Women’s World Cup final and winning 2-0. Throughout the tournament, NPR reported, the U.S. brushed aside criticism, complaints of …

Corridor Business Journal: The CBJ is now accepting applications for its Fall 2019 Leadership Academy. This rigorous five-session Leadership Academy focuses on practical leadership, coaching and management skills in a professional business environment, giving promising …