Economic Development

Export Help for Iowa from FORBS

Back for a visit is our friend Adrienne Baughman from FORBS Export Services. We chat about the economy in China, why you should know more about it and how the strong dollar and lower commodity prices are impacting exports. We also chat about the yet to be funded Export Import Bank and why that's important even for small business. 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, here is our Facebook Page.

The Small Business Administration and Business

The Small Business Administration has changed since the 1990's both in technology and in focus. We asked Jayne Armstrong, State Director for Iowa to visit with us about the tasks and opportunities provided by the "New and Improved" SBA. 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, here is our Facebook Page.

What is the EPIC Challenge for Business? We'll Tell!

When business realizes that women in leadership roles has such a positive impact you would think more women would be chosen to fill those roles. But, not yet.  Enter the NEXUS Epic Challenge a way to affect Central Iowa businesses by attracting, retaining and promoting women as a workplace development strategy. Our guests are Jann Freed and Leisha Barcus and the topic is timely.  Here is our 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, here is our Facebook Page.

Beer, Food Trucks and More with Nick Kuhn

We LOVE us our Food Trucks because we see it as an economic development driver from so many angles. With us to share more is Nick Kuhn from Pryos Pizza Food Truck owner of The Beer House and the president of the Legion of Food in Des Moines. We talk craft beer, food trucks in the Metro and a program of giving food...away. 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, here is our Facebook Page.

Women, Business, Finances, Family Leave and More

On Thursday, 5 November there is a seminar that centers on women's issues as they relate to pay, work/life balance, equal pay, female mobility in business and more. The event is sponsored by the Center for American Progress and Progress Iowa. Our guest is Sarah Jayne Glenn and we cover lots of issues. 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, here is our Facebook Page.

Social Media, Business Networking in the DSM Metro

Each week Laura Kinnard joins us to list out her picks for business networking and social media education in the Des Moines Metro. Find out more on Twitter #DMBizEvents. Here's Laura! 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, here is our Facebook Page.

The Immigrant Entrepreneur Summit with Ben Jung

Our guest is Ben Jung the owner of Ingersoll Wine and Spirits a business that began as an immigrant business with his Father who came from South Korea. We talk about that, the wine business and the upcoming Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit coming to Des Moines in November and you are invited! 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, here is our Facebook Page.

Small Business Development with Lisa Shimkat

Small Business has a friend in the Small Business Development Center. With us is Lisa Shimkat to talk about what the SBDC can do for your business or your business idea. From budgeting to marketing you can get help here. 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, here is our Facebook Page.

The Midwest Marketing Seminar with Deb Brown

This weekend, in Mason City, Iowa over a dozen marketing experts will offer a full day of insight and training regarding business and social media marketing. Deb Brown, the Executive Director of the Webster City Chamber, is the coordinator of the event. Learn what will be discussed and how you can still register to attend. It's all at NIACC in Mason City. Here is our 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, here is our Facebook Page.

Des Moines and National Architecture - Awards and Trends

This week there are 1,200 architects from five states visiting Des Moines for the American Institute of Architecture - Central States Convention. With us is Tim Hickman the convention co-chair and from Jackson, MS an awards judge Roy Decker of Jackson, Mississippi. Join us as we talk about projects  and why the Midwest should be proud of their designs...and why.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, here is our Facebook Page.