Education

Part Two with Austin Frerick of Iowa's Third Congressional District

In this, the second of two segments, we continue our conversation with Austin Frerick a Democratic hopeful who wishes to replace Rep. David Young (R-IA) in November. Here we spend some time on policy issues. Listen in.... 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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.

Announcing the DSM Fellowship Program - Mary Bontrager

This year the Greater Des Moines Partnership will launch the DSM Fellowship Program a new component that seeks to entice and enhance the personal and professional careers of young people seeking opportunity in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Here Mary Bontrager with the Partnership explains where the idea came from, how it works and offers some details as to the benefits of not only the Fellows but also our community. 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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, Events and More with Laura Kinnard

Each week Laura Kinnard from DMBizMixer.com joins us for a look at upcoming events in the Metro. Today we go from project based learning to getting more leads to small business education to AMA-Iowa and in between some places you might consider to go to to see and be seen. It's all about networking and your career or business Here's Laura... 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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 Black & Gold Ball with Sam Reed

Each year the Zeta Kappa Lambda Foundation puts on the "Party of the Year" known as the Black & Gold Ball. While it's great fun it also celebrates the youth of our community with some impressive scholarships. Here we visit with Sam Reed a member of the Foundation who explains what the event is and the impact it can have on the youth of Iowa. And, for tickets (you really should go!) here is that link. We'll see you at the Black & Gold Ball on 17 February! Here is our conversation... 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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.

Funding Opportunities for Business with Christina Moffatt

Later this month and early next month the Greater Des Moines Partnership is hosting two seminars on business finance. Finding loans, investors and the legal issues that surround the effort. Here, from the Partnership, is Christina Moffatt who is deeply involved in the Small Business section of the organization. Some dates, tips and more about money. To register for the first small business session "Raising Capital for Your Business" here is that link. For the March session on raising capital with investors we'll post that direct link soon. 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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 Fourteen Myths of Presentations

We've all heard them, "Start every presentation with a joke because it puts your audience at ease". That is just one of the Myths of Presentations we talk about. Here we visit with Wayne Bruns one of the Tero International trainers about that and 13 additional items that could put your presentation at risk. Some great tips to help you succeed...
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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 & Education in the DSM Metro with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday afternoon Laura Kinnard the founder of DMBizMixer (and we LOVE the new site!) joins us for a conversation about startups, business networking, business education events that are happening in the Des Moines Metro. And yep, we ask a question or two. Check in with Laura...  
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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 Emerge Foundation with Todd Kielkopf

The biggest movement in this region and in others is finding ways to empower innovators and encourage entrepreneurial education. And that is what the Emerge Foundation located at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa is all about. Here we visit with Executive Director Todd Kielkopf about the rather new 501(c)3 and their successful launch. Hang on we're about to expose you to genetic testing technology and what that has spun off.
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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. 

I'll Make Me a World in Iowa with Betty Andrews

It's the 20th Annual African-American Celebration known as I'll Make Me a World in Iowa. The educational day is Friday the 26th of January and then the very fun, family day on Saturday the 27th. It's all free and a great event. Here we caught up with the founder of I'll Make Me a World in Iowa, Betty Andrews who talks about the Friday event and what you can expect on Saturday...
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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_NewsHo

Power, Finances, Risk Management with Ned Flynn of Aureon

We cover lots of ground in this conversation with Ned Flynn from the HR section of Aureon. From a topical conversation about workplace harassment to protecting a business against financial missappropriation of funds to an upcoming non-profit seminar and workshop on risk management that you can resister for here. And, no you do not have to be a client of Aureon to attend. Strap in lots of valuable information here for any business. 
The award winning 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 5:00pm on AM-940. 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.