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Iowan to lead American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society and its advocacy affiliate the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network announced Iowa State University alumnus Shane Jacobson as the new CEO of both organizations. He will begin this role August 12. Jacobson, who currently serves as CEO of the V Foundation for Cancer Research, will succeed Dr. Wayne A. I….
By Business Record Staff | Jul 25, 2025
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Ames Regional Economic Alliance expands work to Greene County

The Ames Regional Economic Alliance is continuing to expand its regional economic development work with a new partnership with the Greene County Development Corporation. Today’s announcement comes a year after the then Ames Chamber of Commerce rebranded itself to better represent the regional focus of its work and announced a partnership with Hamilton County. Dan Culhane, president…
By Business Record Staff | Jul 25, 2025
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New crisis management practice at Dickinson Bradshaw

Des Moines-based law firm Dickinson Bradshaw has announced the formation of a new crisis management practice to assist organizations facing negative publicity, disastrous events or corporate emergencies. The practice is made up of nine attorneys with crisis experience across a range of industries. “Should a crisis happen, we partner with our clients to create a…
By Business Record Staff | Jul 25, 2025
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West Bancorporation announced second-quarter earnings

A West Bancorporation Inc. official continued to raise concerns about the office sector in the Greater Des Moines area but assured investors and others that the properties in the institution’s loan portfolio are performing well. “Office property in our Des Moines market, like many larger communities, is in a distressed situation,” Harlee Olafson, the bank’s…
By Kathy A. Bolten | Jul 25, 2025
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Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce announces new president and CEO

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce has announced Aly Davis as the organization’s new president and CEO. Davis owns Fit and Fierce 515, a yoga studio in Waukee. She has previously served on the chamber’s board of directors and as a Waukee Ambassador. “I’m incredibly honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve the Waukee…
By Business Record Staff | Jul 25, 2025
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On Leadership: Strategic career advancement in a changing world

When I started out in the working world, the path to advancement felt linear. You got some education or training, joined a company, did good work, and waited for a promotion or advancement. For the most part, the employer determined each next step. “This arrangement is no longer working for either employees or employers,” writes…
By Suzanna de Baca | Jul 25, 2025
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What they’re checking out: Week of July 25

As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des Moines Public Library’s six locations and online at dmpl.org. And find information on how to get a FREE library card…
By Business Record Staff | Jul 25, 2025
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How younger employees are approaching leadership at work

According to the Alliance for Lifetime Income, more than 4.1 million Americans will hit the retirement age of 65 through the year 2027. That’s over 11,200 people every day.  The trend is more pronounced in Iowa, which has the second-highest share of workers aged 65 and older. As more of those employees exit the workforce…
By Macey Shofroth | Jul 25, 2025