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Bailey Kelley named Iowa’s director of elections

Bailey Kelley has been named Iowa’s director of elections, Paul Pate, Iowa Secretary of State, announced. Kelley has served as deputy director of election for the past two years. Kelley has a bachelor of arts degree from Columbia College Chicago; a master’s degree from the University of Illinois-Chicago; and doctorate degree from the University of…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce expands into Target

Iowa-based Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce has announced a nationwide expansion into 1,500 Target stores that began in June. With the addition of Target, Lola’s products can be found in over 14,000 retailers across the United States, Canada, Virgin Islands and Philippines. “We’re honored to partner with Target to bring Lola’s to more families across the…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

World Food Prize Foundation to convene DialogueNEXT in India

The World Food Prize Foundation has announced, in collaboration with CIMMYT, the Borlaug Institute for South Asia and Indian Council of Agricultural Research, it will convene DialogueNEXT on Sept. 8–9, 2025, at the ICAR Convention Center in New Delhi, India. The event will explore frontier innovations in agri-tech, climate- and water-smart practices, youth leadership and…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

FedEx lays off 84 in Des Moines

FedEx has submitted its required documentation announcing the mass layoff of 84 people at its 700 S.W. Ninth St. facility, effective June 30. FedEx officials announced the layoffs to the public Monday, saying the layoffs are part of a long-term strategic plan for the company, and that employees were notified several months ago. The layoffs are part…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

Iowa’s State Historical Society hires new curator

Hanna Howard has been named the State Historical Society of Iowa’s new state and museum curator, the group announced. Howard previously was coordinator for Iowa’s National History Day. In that role, she coordinated regional, state and national contests. In her new role, Howard will provide curatorial oversight for the State Historical Museum of Iowa’s collections,…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

Associated Computer Systems rebrands as Koltiv

Associated Computer Systems, also known as ACS, has announced it has officially rebranded as Koltiv. The rebrand marks the company’s 45th anniversary, which it reached in March. The company, which provides managed IT, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, cloud and automation services, says the new name reflects its growth while maintaining continuity in leadership, ownership, and service,…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 3, 2025

Iowa DOT trying new, potentially safer pothole-filling machine

The Iowa Department of Transportation is testing a new pothole-filling system. Traditionally, the Iowa DOT has filled potholes using conventional hot and cold mix pothole-filling solutions that pair a dump truck and a trailer-mounted hopper, and at least two or three staff to spread the material with shovels and compaction tools. The new system involves…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 2, 2025

Iowa Safe Schools names new executive director

Iowa Safe Schools has announced Zach Rus as the new executive director of the nonprofit. Rus, previously the engagement director at Ellipsis, has over 10 years of experience in philanthropy, higher education and nonprofit administration. In his new role, he hopes to advance the organization’s mission through collaborative partnerships with educators, community organizations, parents and policymakers, a…

By Business Record Staff | Jul 2, 2025

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