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Business News Headlines 12 November 2018

Each weekday we watch and then report on some of the biggest business news stories impacting your life. Today we'll take a look at:
The Market Drop and Why;
Why the Strong Dollar is a Problem;
Some Say Sears Should Die;
Stan Lee Dead at 95;
The Dark Side of the Restaurant Business;
The Market Report.
Those stories plus a conversation with Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) who was recently in Des Moines, Iowa
Also, it's Monday and we'll visit with Laura Kinnard about business networking and education opportunities in the Greater Des Moines Metro.
Thanks for listening! 

Business Networking and Education with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday we invited our networking and business education contributor to our studios to talk...well, business networking and education opportunities in the Greater Des Moines, Iowa Metro. Laura, from Drake University and DMBizMixer.com has lots of things going on as people push to get programming in before the holiday rush. We're talking Denim, the Social Media Club of Des Moines, Des Moines International Airport (no...there are no direct international flights coming from here) and Michael gets "testy" about business and blogging...  Have a listen: 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 25 October 2018

We've got the business news headlines on your time. Rather than have to sit next to the radio our daily podcast brings you the business news and the interviews that you need to know...when you want it. Today we're checking out these stories for you:
It was a party on Wall Street...but what happened yesterday?
Ford Motor Company has been in trouble but could they turn it around?
Southwest Airlines says fuel costs are going up and investors don't like the sound of that;
So, now another tax cut from President Trump and it has the GOP scrambling;
The drug crisis in this nation is real. Last year it cost the lives of 70,000 people and there is more;
Bikes and package delivery...UPS is going back to its roots in its home town.
Those stories and in for The Interview is Christina Moffatt from the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Coming up in early November the Partnership and their partners are putting on another Small Business Success Summit. What can you expect to learn and what are the programs that will offer you some take-a-ways for your small business? We'll share all right here.
Thanks for listening! 

The Small Business Success Summit with Christina Moffatt

Once again this year the Greater Des Moines Partnership has put together an exciting day for small business owners and managers. The Small Business Success Summit will be held on 9 November in Ankeny. Here to share details about what to expect is Christina Moffatt from the small business section of the Partnership. Once you hear the programs and the take-a-way items that you can put to work right away...you can register here. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 22 October 2018

Today we've got the business news headlines and something extra. As many of you know we don't do politics on a daily basis. However, it is the season and we are based in Iowa. So, today, along with some of the headlines we've got a press event from today with Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) who is in Iowa stumping for various democratic candidates. In that section we'll talk about the Justice Kavanaugh hearing and the potential backlash, the economy and who is winning, her support for Iowa Secretary of State Candidate Deidre DeJear and more.  Also:
Sears is trying to find some cash so it can stay around for the holidays;
Dating and spending money;
President Trump wants to cut your taxes...
What happened today on Wall Street and why.
Also we'll talk about an event coming up with RDG here in Des Moines. The design firm is holding a major event called Design Atlas for Climate Resilience and it runs all this week. So much to learn about the event, the speakers the vision and building for the future. Our guests are David Dahlquist, Renee Thomas and Graham Hanson.
And, because today is Monday it's time for Laura Kinnard from DMBizMixer and Drake University in to talk about networking and business education events in the Des Moines Metro and beyond.
Thanks for listening! 

Business Networking and Education with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday Laura Kinnard from Drake University and DMBizMixer joins us to run down her top networking and business education events in the Metro and beyond. Today was such a great day we sat outside for the interview on the beautiful Drake Campus. Click through and learn what is happening to Million Cups this week and more. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines - 15 October 2018

Each weekday about 5pm Central we post up the Business News Headlines...often with some commentary. Today it was Sears that stole much of the days business news:
Sears files for Chapter 11 - What happened, how might this end and where are the most stores closing;
What might happen to oil prices if the U.S.  puts sanctions on you know who...
Gold is coming back. Can the Gold Guys be far behind?
Well, looks like the U.S. has lost lots of money...but we told you that would happen.
What happened on Wall Street and why...we've got the story.
Also today for The Interview we've got Congressman John K. Delaney (D-MD) the first announced Democratic candidate for president in 2020. We think you'll enjoy this conversation and find his story compelling.
Because it's Monday we've got Laura Kinnard in from Drake University and DMBizMixer talking networking events, education and we get off on a discussion about trade shows...
Thanks for clicking through. 

Business Networking and Education with Laura Kinnard

Each week we sit down with Laura Kinnard of Drake University and DMBizMixer to talk about upcoming business events and networking opportunities. From Million Cups to Live2Lead to co-working and much more Laura has the details. Grab your calendar and click ahead.
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 1 October 2018

Welcome to October! We've got the business news headlines for you on YOUR time. Just a click away you'll learn more about:
The new U.S., Canada and Mexico trade agreement...well, as much as we know now;
Tesla stock was way up today following the deal with the SEC;
Money losing companies and their IPO...investors seem to love them;
Papa John had his day in court today;
The Trend: Retail closing for Thanksgiving Day. But, there is an economic reality as to why;
What happened today on Wall Street...bang but watch out for increasing fuel prices.
Those stories and a conversation with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) as she was in Iowa to speak to the non-partisan Iowa Asian/Latino Coalition. We'll talk trade, wages, workers, health care, economics, business and ask about socialism.
Also today, and just a click away, is Laura Kinnard from Drake University and DMBizMixer.com. We'll talk about upcoming business education and networking events in the metro. Go ahead, click through and get your calendar ready.
And, thanks for coming by! 

Business Networking and Education with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday we welcome Laura Kinnard to our microphones to share with you some great business education and networking events coming up in the Greater Des Moines Metro. From magazine launches to finding money for your business to co-working and marketing tips the region is full of great opportunities to learn and grow yourself and your business. Here from DMBizMixer is Laura! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.