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TAI announces new Data Center Summit scheduled for Oct. 2

The Technology Association of Iowa has announced a new event, the Iowa Data Center Summit, which will convene industry leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders for a discussion on the future of data centers in Iowa. As demand for data centers grows in the age of artificial intelligence, the summit plans to explore opportunities, challenges and…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 4, 2025

Hotsy Cleaning Systems invites proposals for new philanthropic initiative

Hotsy Cleaning Systems, a family-owned pressure washer business, has announced the launch of a philanthropic initiative called Hotsy Helps. The initiative will focus on restoration projects across Central and eastern Iowa, including graffiti removal, park cleanups, monument washing and public space pressure washing. Hotsty is inviting community members to suggest future projects for the initiative….

By Business Record Staff | Sep 4, 2025

Diamond Vogel exits retail

Orange City-based Diamond Vogel, a family-owned paint and coatings manufacturing company with $180 million in typical annual revenue, is taking a new tack on one of its business units. The company says it’s “implementing a strategic transformation in its approach to the architectural coatings market” and divesting its company-owned retail stores that primarily serve painting…

By Gigi Wood | Sep 4, 2025

Iowa exports decline 10.8% YoY

Iowa exports are down year over year, according to the latest Mid-America Business Conditions Index. The Business Conditions Index, which ranges between 0 and 100 with 50.0 representing growth neutral, climbed to 50.5 from 49.4 in July for the region. In Iowa, the state’s Business Conditions Index for August increased to 45.8 from 43.7 in…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 4, 2025

Travel Iowa partners with Cellet Marketing to promote state in UK

Cellet Marketing, a marketing company based in Bloxham, Oxfordshire, England, has made a deal with Travel Iowa to promote the state in the United Kingdom. According to a press release, Iowa tourism officials want to attract more visitors from the United Kingdom by highlighting this state’s attractions, outdoor adventures and culture. Cellet PR and Marketing has…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 3, 2025

Social Indoor expands to Central Iowa with new owners

Social Indoor, a national digital and print advertising franchise, has announced the launch of a new Central Iowa franchise market. The Minnetonka, Minn.-based firm provides advertising across sports bars, restaurants, stadiums and other venues and has more than 50 franchise locations across the U.S. The new market, spanning Des Moines and Ames, will be owned…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 3, 2025

Des Moines airport launches new passenger pickup process

Des Moines International Airport has launched a new EZ Pickup program that aims to simplify the passenger pickup process, reduce congestion at the front curb and improve the travel experience during ongoing terminal construction. The program allows drivers to wait for up to 2 hours, free of charge, in a designated section of the airport’s…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 3, 2025

Report: Iowans lost $52 million to financial fraud in 2024

Financial fraud cases in Iowa increased 6% between 2022 and 2024, according to the state’s Department of Public Safety. Iowans’ financial loss from fraud totaled $52 million in 2024, up 204% from 2020, the Federal Trade Commission reports. And since 2020, Iowans experienced $72 million in losses from cyber-enabled crimes, according to the FBI. Those…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 3, 2025

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