Creativity

The Film Lounge and Iowa Public Television

For those of you who enjoy independent films we have a treat for you. Meet Chuck Czech the producer of The Film Lounge (#TheFilmLounge) two, one hour episodes that highlight art and experimental films produced by Iowans They will air on IPTV  on Sunday 12 February at 10pm and again on Sunday 19 February at 10pm.
The Film Lounge includes 13 shorts in a broad variety of film types and topics. From classic horror to political documentary it's a must see. There are two free scheduled public screenings as well. On Thursday 9 February at 7pm the free event is at the Fleur Cinema and Cafe in Des Moines and then on Saturday 11 February there is another screening at Palmer's' Pub also at 7pm at the Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Centr in Sioux City. Here is the link to The Film Lounge from IPTV which also had major support from the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, Produce Iowa and the Iowa Arts Council.
 Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Networking and Social Media for Business with Laura

With the large amounts of education and training available to help businesses better understand the power of social media it is stunning that so few use the tools correctly. Here Laura Kinnard from DMBizMixer.com speaks to that issue and offers up some great social media education opportunities happening yet this week from paid to free. Give us seven minutes to put you on the road to better marketing.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The AMA-Iowa Experience

We're talking marketing with Joey Taylor-Moon of the American Marketing Association-Iowa Chapter or AMA-Iowa. More directly we had a discussion about the AMA-Experience which takes place on Friday 10 February. Members and non-members are encourage to attend and learn from some of the best about effective marketing solutions regarding digital marketing, marketing ROI, explaining marketing to the C-Suite and much more. Here is the link to register for the 2017 AMA-Iowa Experience. You will be glad you were part of this valuable event.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Business Networking & Social Media with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday we talk networking and social media for business with our regular contributor Laura Kinnard from The Des Moines Business Mixer. This week we start out by talking about the Central Iowa Bloggers, AMA-Iowa and more. If your business is seeking help and direction with social media Laura offers up two opportunities to learn and grow in your social media efforts. Spend eight minutes with us and improve your marketing efforts.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Elevate Media - Small Business Spotlight

In our Small Business Spotlight this week is Ethan Ellinger who is a senior at Valley West High School in West Des Moines. A love of remote controlled aircraft and video turned into his startup Elevate Media. Here is his story. We LOVE it when we find these gems to share with you.  Enjoy! 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Paying Attention to Your Business Website

Your business website can be your best sales tool or it can sink your prospects. What should you do to fix it and turn it into an amazing asset? Our guest is Manoj Tomar who owns Amplimark a company that is dedicated to assisting small businesses in their marketing efforts. Our focus here is on your business website and tips you can use to make it work...well.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Referral Marketing - An Insight on Business Tip

From time to time we offer marketing tips for business. Here, inspired by a recent interview with Mike Colwell of Square One DSM, are some simple tips to start your business on its way toward a successful Referral Marketing Program.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Networking and Social Media for Business with Laura

We don't have many business networking opportunities this week...however...we do have some thoughts regarding events and social media. Also for Business. Here's Laura Kinnard! 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Iowa Wild Hockey - The Business with Todd Frederickson

Since 2013 when he was named President of the Iowa Wild Todd Frederickson has been busy in creating solid relationships between business and hockey. Here we talk about the sport, the thrill of winning, the players, the adjustments the front office has made regarding business sponsors and more. It's a wide ranging interview about the business of creating a successful experience for not only the fans but also the many business sponsors that generate the revenue necessary to maintain AHL Hockey in Iowa.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Beau Fodor - A Cookie Exchange for Good

Our friend Beau Fodor is back with a charity event for the Methodist Hospital Transplant Center. It's the Second Annual Cookie Exchange. Each participant bakes up his or her best and then brings it to Proof Restaurant on the 11th of December. It costs you nothing but you may also give a donation to the Methodist Hospital Transplant Center. Here we talk about Beau, his business, Proof Restaurant and the Second Annual Cookie Exchange. You can tell Beau you are going by heading to this Facebook Page. Enjoy!
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:05pm on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.