Education

The Iowa Communications Network and Broadband

We love talking about what we've called "The Great Equalizer" or broadband internet connectivity. Ric Lombard is the Executive Director of the Iowa Communications Network a state agency started years ago. Where are they now, how will this impact business and the economy in Iowa and a peek at some educational opportunities. Meet Ric Lombard: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.

Metro Business Networking/Education with Laura Kinnard

Each week Laura Kinnard visits our studio to chat about her top picks for business networking and educational opportunities for business and marketers. 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.

Restaurants Need Help - We'll Start with Branding

It's a huge problem for the restaurant industry...no help. No chefs, cooks, servers, dishwashers...no help. The reasons are many but chief among them is the "brand" associated with food service. In Europe food service workers are admired...in the U.S. they are often looked down upon. The restaurant industry needs to build a better brand.  Some thoughts...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.

Oakridge Neighborhood - Success and Diversity

This swatch of land near downtown Des Moines is, perhaps, one of the most culturally diverse sections of the city yet it boosts some of the highest educational success stories in the Metro. Meet Carol Bodensteiner the Board President for the Oakridge Neighborhood and learn more about this fascinating section of Des Moines and the program: Jazz, Jewels & Jeans. Success comes from commitment.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.

Let's Talk Communication with Carlos Alvarez

Here is a surprising conversation with Tero International Trainer, Carlos Alvarez about what matters when you are in a conversation. For example, we suspect you might think "content" is the most important part of communication...we did until we heard differently. How does Tero International help individuals and businesses grow?  Take some time and become a better communicator. 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.

Lucas Freed Says This Changes the World!

Get ready, this is some super-cool stuff. Our guest is Lucas Freed who, by day, works for Wells Fargo and during the rest of the time is a champion of a new way of connecting businesses with consumers. A special event is happening that we've got to share.  It just may..."Change the World".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.

Laura with the Des Moines Business Events Calendar

It's the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Hour...but it feels like Monday after the long Labor Day Weekend.  Laura Kinnard joins us by phone to give us an update on some networking/education opportunities this week for business.  Here you go!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.

Giving People Purpose and Success - Project Iowa

Before this connection I had not heard of the amazing work being done at Project Iowa, an organization that moves people from hopelessness and a cycle of poverty to living wage jobs.  Meet Julie Fugenschuh the Executive Director of this great program and learn about their partners who are there to employ graduates at living wage jobs. Remarkable...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's So Special About Leadership? This!

Where do people learn leadership? Studies show that the average manager receives leadership training ten years after they start supervising people! Welcome Drake University. Only 6% of universities have institutionally sustained collegiate leadership development program and Drake University is one of them. In studio is Dr. Thomas Westbrook a Professor of Leadership Studies and Megan Nelson a pharmacy student who has completed the leadership requirements. You are about to hear some great stuff!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 Business Calendar for the Des Moines Metro

Each Monday afternoon Laura Kinnard joins us with an update on networking and business education opportunities in and around the Des Moines Metro.  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.