Creativity

Christian Photo - Small Business Spotlight

In our continuing series leading up to Small Business Saturday we visit with the Father/Son team of Christian Photo of Urbandale. Grant Christian and his father Brian give us the back-story of how the business began with founder (and still active member of the team) Dick Christian. We talk about how a love of photography has become one of the best full service photo shops in the state. Christian Photo in our Small Business Spotlight. 
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.

Sam Auen - Restaurateur of the Week

Each week we present our locally owned Restaurant of the Week along with the chef that makes it all happen. This week we chat with our friend Sam Auen of Tacopocalypse and Krunkwich Ramen House two very original joints that you MUST try. Here we talk about his success, that even Sam is shocked at, and what drives him. Enjoy this fun, lively and engaging conversation:
 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only daily hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. You can hear us Monday - Friday at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 and in HD at 103.3 HD2. We monitor Twitter @IOB_NewsHour before, during and after each broadcast.

The Midwest Comicon with Matthew Morgan

The Midwest Comicon is back and landing in Des Moines November 5 - 6. We asked Matthew Morgan, from The Iowa League of Heroes to share with us what you can expect, who will be here and how some of the proceeds will go to help a local family. Good stuff! 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.   

Sixty Years of Singing with Harmony Central

For sixty years the Harmony Central has been entertaining Iowans with their musical talent. Today we chat with Jane Tham about their work, their love of music and a special anniversary show coming to Hoyt Sherman Place on October 1st. 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Architects Invade Des Moines!

It's not really an invasion but it is the 2016 Fall Convention for the American Institute of Architects - Iowa Chapter where 1,000 dreamers and designers and builders will be coming to Des Moines to talk trends and developments in architecture. In studio with us is Brent Schipper a principal at ASK Studio of Des Moines to explain more...
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Vom Fass - An Experience in Creating

Several years ago Melissa Bartholomew graced our microphone and we thought it was time to check in with Vom Foss of Des Moines. We're glad we did. New cooking classes, events and we can't forget the adult beverages like single malt scotch. Listen and then...go!
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Public Relations & Marketing with The Adelman Dean Group

There are many factors that go into creating a successful brand and then maintaining that position in the eye of the consumer. Here Liz Adelman and Genevieve Dean of the newly formed AdelmanDean Group share with us their experience and some tips for successful marketing and public relations.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.

Restaurant Friday with Table 128

Each Friday we talk with locally owned restaurant owners about their business, their niche in the market and the challenges they face. Today our conversation is with Lynn Pritchard who, with his wife Sarah, own Table 128 a classy yet comfortable restaurant in Clive. Enjoy! 
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.  

DART, The Iowa State Fair and Harley Worthit

If you have ever ridden the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) buses to the Iowa State Fair you may have encountered "Harley Worthit" or "The Bum on the Bus". With the help of Amanda Wanke of DART we were able to track James Salter down and catch his story. Enjoy...
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.  

Social Media Club of Des Moines - Hashie Awards 2016

Recently the Social Media Club of Des Moines presented the 2016 Hashie Awards honoring social media efforts from business and industry here in the Greater Des Moines Metro. The judging was done by a team of social media professionals from across the United States. We spent some time at the event and interviewed many of the award winners and their agencies. If you listen you'll pick up an idea or two how to use social media for your business...after all, these are the best!
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. You can catch us at 5:05PM on AM-940, FM-104.5 or in HD at 103.3 HD2. It is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising/consulting agency based in Des Moines. Connect with The Business News Hour on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more, here is our Facebook Page.