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Iowa Corn I-LEAD Class 12 selected for participation

Iowa Corn has announced the members to participate in Class 12 of the Iowa Corn Leadership Enhancement and Development (I-LEAD) program. The two-year intensive learning experience focuses on increasing industry professionals’ knowledge and understanding of the corn industry. The 12 members of the I-LEAD class will meet 10 times over the course of two years…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 4, 2025

Hy-Vee receives national recognitions for workplace culture, veteran support

Hy-Vee has received three national honors recognizing its workplace culture as well as support for veterans and working families. The company was awarded the Great Place to Work Certification based on positive employee feedback regarding trust, culture and career growth opportunities. Hy-Vee also received the 2025 Disabled American Veterans Patriot Employer Special Recognition Award for…

By Business Record Staff | Sep 4, 2025

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

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