Economic Development

Central Iowa Waterways and Economic Development

A report from the Metropolitan Planning Organization looks at the economic development opportunity associated with the rivers and streams here in Central Iowa. Think water trails and the options available for development.  We visit with Todd Ashby and Teva Dawson about the study and how you can get involved.
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Des Moines European Heritage Association

Our guest is long-time friend Suzanne Hull the Board President of the Des Moines European Heritage Association. Why is it important, who do they serve, what have they got planned for upcoming events?  We asked them all and she answered...have a listen: 
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The University of Iowa Des Moines Campus with Dr. Tom Rice

No doubt many in the Greater Des Moines Metro have questions about the University of Iowa moving into the AIB Campus so we invited Dr. Tom Rice the Director of the University of Iowa - Des Moines Program to our studio to talk about the programs, the move and what might be in the future. Here is that conversation: 
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Let's Talk Accelerate DSM and More with Mike Colwell

He's back!  Mike Colwell from SquareOne DSM is in studio talking about what the heck Accelerate DSM is and who should go. We also talk about branding your business by...training beyond just product knowledge. Have a listen: 
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.

Can the DSM Metro Compete on the World Economic Stage?

We live in a global economy. For proof when there is a hiccup in China our markets reflect concern. Now the question for the Greater Des Moines Partnership is "Can Central Iowa compete on the world economic stage." The answer, according to our guest Kavi Chawla of Baton Global is a solid "Yes!" but we need structure.  A great conversation...listen in. 
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.

Transforming our Communities by Adding Value to Streets

This week former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist came to Des Moines to talk about how to add real value to our communities by altering how we use our streets. Listen to how he describes the benefits of better traffic flow, slowing down our vehicles and how that adds to property value and the sense of community. 
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The Impact of Buying 5% Locally

Joining us from the Greater Des Moines Partnership is Meg Schneider the Vice President of Business Development. She is with us to talk about the economic impact of purchasing more of what you are already buying...but do it local. This is not only B2C but also B2B. By switching just 5% of the purchases your business is already making you impact the local economy by....I'll let Meg share that. 
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.

The Raccoon River Valley Trail, Economic Development and More

This past week in Perry, Iowa there was a large meeting with a focus on the Metro Area Trail System. Jim Miller, a financial adviser and avid cyclist was part of the event. We asked him to give us an overview on that, the Raccoon River Valley Trail and the economic impact it has on the communities along the trail. Interesting thoughts...
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Polk County and Tom Hockensmith

Honored that our friend and Polk County Supervisor, Tom Hockensmith made some time to visit with us about transportation issues, economic development, neighborhood revitalization, hockey and the Polk County Courthouse Project. Lot's of areas to cover...listen in! 
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Iowa's Economic Climate with Elliott Smith of the Iowa Business Council

The Iowa Business Council yesterday released their First Quarter Economic Report and with us to break down the numbers is Elliott Smith the IBC Executive Director. Here is our conversation as to what the state's largest corporations and universities think about the future of our economy.
Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only hour-long, business broadcast in the Midwest. 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.