Des Moines Business Record

12/20/2025

20 years. Countless moments. One incredible story of Cyclone pride. “Fanatic: Stories From 20 Years Inside Iowa State” by is finally available. This book takes you behind the scenes of Iowa State athletics like never before.

Due to popular demand the first run of the book has sold out. Our next shipment will arrive in early January.

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12/20/2025

“I propose that funders consider human resources as the new ‘shiny objects’ when planning their philanthropic impact,” writes Ballet Des Moines CEO Blaire Massa.

by Blaire Massa, CEO, Ballet Des Moines  The Shiniest Objects are People Blaire Massa. Submitted photo Blaire Massa moved with her family from D.C. to Des Moines in 2019 with 20 years of international experience in arts and education nonprofits. Studying at the London School of Economics and in cla...

12/19/2025

The Iowa Economic Development Authority board has approved awards for three companies expected to create 281 jobs and generate $135 million in new capital investment across the state. The board also approved tourism and community attraction grants, including funding for the Des Moines Children’s Museum’s relocation and expansion.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority board today approved awards for three companies, which will assist in creating 281 jobs and result in $135 million in new capital investment for the state. It also approved tourism grants for four projects, including the Des Moines Children’s Museum. Incenti...

12/19/2025

The Technology Association of Iowa has released its 2026 state and federal policy priorities ahead of the upcoming legislative session. Key focus areas include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, workforce development, infrastructure, innovation, and education.

The Technology Association of Iowa has announced its 2026 state and federal principles and policy priorities ahead of the upcoming Iowa legislative session. Developed in partnership with TAI’s Public Policy Committee, these priorities will guide the association’s policy efforts in the year ahead...

12/19/2025

Just over 3,100 building permits for single-family houses and townhome units are expected to be issued in the Greater Des Moines area in 2025, the fewest since 2021.

Learn why some are optimistic about an uptick in home construction in 2026. https://www.businessrecord.com/will-homebuilding-rebound-in-2026/

12/18/2025

The latest On the Move video is here! In our newest On the Move, Business Record president Chris Conetzkey interviews Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates president and CEO Wendy Mihm-Herold about the experiences that shaped her leadership, the lessons she brings to her role, and her goals for students across Iowa.

Watch the conversation and meet the person behind the mission of iJAG.

12/18/2025

Progress over perfection – that's the approach to challenges Suzanna de Baca explores in this month's "On Leadership" column: https://www.businessrecord.com/on-leadership-celebrate-progress-not-perfection/

12/18/2025

Defeat the sabotage of self-doubt with our recent episode of Fearless.

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Melissa Vine, president of Capital Vine, and Kasey Froeschle, senior training consultant with Sedgwick and an avid runner, about overcoming self-doubt and shaping our internal dialogue.

Available to stream wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.businessrecord.com/fearless-podcast/

12/17/2025

Have you heard...
The BPC Streaming Network is officially here!

We’re excited to introduce your new destination for 6 original podcasts, available on demand in both audio and video formats.

🎙️ Visit our website: https://www.businessrecord.com/bpc-streaming-network/ to learn more.

Episodes are available to stream, download and share on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

12/17/2025

Amber Deardoff, the new president and CEO of Mary Greeley Medical Center, used to be a sprinter. But then she realized when she takes longer runs, she gets more time to help “cope through the day-to-day” and figure out problems. https://www.businessrecord.com/new-mary-greeley-medical-center-president-and-ceo-amber-deardorff-shares-how-running-helps-her-solve-problems/

12/17/2025

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12/17/2025

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