Des Moines

Let's Talk Downtown Chamber Programs with Jennifer!

It's a return visit from our friend Jennifer Chittenden the Executive Director of the Downtown Chamber. She's in today to talk about new programming for her members that help business leaders better understand business. Very much worth a listen! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Trash Talk and Economic Development - Honest!

Trash talk!  No, we haven't switched format to politics but to Earth Day with Jen Fletcher from Des Moines Parks and Recreation. We're looking for 1,200 volunteers to join up and clean up for Earth Day.  And, we talked about the economic impact parks and recreation have on any community. Come on...get trashy with Trash Bash!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

The Business of Water and Water Quality with Bill Stowe

Water...many of us take it for granted...Bill Stowe the CEO of the Des Moines Water Works knows that it's also a business. We sat down with him to talk about water quality issues, the cost of scrubbing for nitrates and the recent decision by his board to seek legal remedies against those, they say, are responsible for the rising cost of clean water. Here is that conversation:  Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Stuff to Do in the Metro with Sheryl

Sure it's the weekend after New Years...but still up for some fun things to do in the Des Moines Metro?  Each week Sheryl Tessier from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines comes in to share with us her top picks of "Stuff to DO in the Metro".  Here we go!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Ruster Sports with Ethan Davidson a Great Startup Story!

He gave up a job offer in Corporate America for the chance to work at a start-up that creates the world's fastest bicycle.  No kidding. Ethan Davidson is the COO of Ruster Sports the manufacturer of high-quality tri-athlete bicycles and accessories and all made here in Des Moines. It's a great story...enjoy! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

The Wonder of Giving!

Some of you may remember Jonnie Wright who pretended to be homeless last year, stood in the cold holding a sign asking for money.  Then something amazing happened and it was shared around the world.  This year he goes even further.  Ever been behind on your utility bills and in danger of being shut off?  Jonnie has and this is his story from this week and now, perhaps, we can begin to understand the motivation of the season.  Here is that wonderful touching story:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Smart Talk Series in Des Moines!

Five different, nationally known, women telling their stories and sharing a wealth of information. That is what the Smart Talk Series is all about. Brooke Benschoter and Michael talk about who is coming, what the Smart Talk Series is all about and how you can go and...save some money at the same time.  Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

A Quick Visit to The Strudel Haus

"Just because it is comfortable and nice doesn't mean it's exclusive. This is the way we enjoy life in Europe." We took our microphone and camera to The Strudel Haus to visit with our friend and Austrian, Michael Leo about being open for business the past four days and what people can expect when they visit this very nice European Style Cafe in the middle of Des Moines.   Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Realtor Ring Day with Kristin and Scott

Iowa is one of 28 states involved in the Realtor Ring Day Program. Joining us to talk about the program and the Des Moines real estate market is Kristin Pike from the Salvation Army of Des Moines and Scott Wendl the president of the Des Moines Area Association of Realtors. Here is that conversation:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page

The Work of Hope Ministries with Kathy Coady

While, here in the Des Moines Metro, we celebrate all sorts of positive economic news there remains issues of hunger, homelessness and the underlying causes. Kathy Coady is the Director of Development and Community Relations with Hope Ministries. Here we detail some of those issues, what her organization does and how others can help.  Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page