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Advocacy for others has been a central part of Mary Jane Cobb’s life, whether it’s been as a backer of community college students seeking jobs, an encourager of women considering a run for public office …
“Never give up hope” are words Teresa Bomhoff kept telling herself decades ago as she sought help for her children who were struggling with mental illnesses.
They are words she continued to say as she …
When Romonda Belcher was appointed to the bench on Aug. 20, 2010, she made history as the first African American female judge in Iowa. Her passion for making a difference in the lives of others …
For Mary Andringa, continuous improvement is not just a practice for Vermeer Corp.’s workers and a goal for the global manufacturing company — it’s a personal commitment and philosophy that she has championed for more …
This year’s honorees dedicate time, resources and effort to businesses and community organizations. They lead in top jobs at companies large and not-so-large. They plan headlining events and strategies that will transform Greater Des Moines …
The Business Record honored the 2019 Women of Influence Thursday night at the Des Moines Downtown Marriott. We also honored Li Zhao Mandelbaum as our 2019 UNI Woman Business Owner of the Year and Deidre DeJear as …
As Pat Miller sifted through her old files and prepared them for archiving, the recently retired director of Iowa State University’s Lecture Program happened upon the first letter she sent to author Margaret Atwood, inviting …
For Liz Garst, the business manager of the Garst family businesses and a 2019 Women of Influence honoree, the crossroads of agriculture and conservation are more than a career; they’re a family tradition. Her grandfather, …
For Georgia Van Gundy, collaboration is the key to achieving significant progress.
“I work with all viewpoints. I like problem-solving, and I work hard,” Van Gundy said.
With a resume that includes working with diverse …
Li Zhao Mandelbaum’s work on behalf of Iowans goes well beyond clearing the way for trade between the United States and her native China, to the tune of 60 product lines.
For example, for seven …
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