Entrepreneur Events

Working with Metro Communities in Search of Startups

The University of Iowa Venture School has launched a program in Ankeny, Clive, Urbandale, Waukee and West Des Moines searching for startups that might win a chance to enter the Venture School. To talk about this unique opportunity we visit with Wade Steenhoek from the U of I and Derek Lord of the City of Ankeny. Learn how these communities are working together to offer an amazing opportunity to Metro Startups: 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.

Business Networking During the Holidays with Laura

During this time of the year the business networking often gives way to holiday networking. Here our contributor Laura Kinnard runs down a couple of fun, interesting and holiday themed networking events that should interest your business or career. #DMBizEventsInsight 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.

Networking and Social Media Tips for Business

Our regular contributor, Laura Kinnard is in to set us up for some Des Moines Metro Networking from #DMBizEvents and then launch into three solid tips for business from the Social Media World. Catch our conversation 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.

Enjoy a Bit of European Heritage - Christkindlmarket DSM

Our friend Suzanne Hull the founder of a non-profit that is bringing us Christkindlmarket Des Moines comes by to give us a taste of an event happening at Jasper Winery on 5 December. What is all of this about? We asked and Suzanne had answers. 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.

Networking and Social Media for Business with Laura

It's a very short business week but still there are some networking events in the Des Moines Metro for business. In addition we chat a bit about how retail can better use social media including Twitter Hashtags during Black Friday and beyond. Here's Laura Kinnard with more: 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.

Market Day on Black Friday in Des Moines

She is back with us...Cat Rocketship joins us to chat about one of our favorite holiday traditions...Market Day Iowa which happens on Black Friday. We talk about what you can expect and in their brand new location at Capital Square downtown Des Moines. Here's Cat!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.

Networking and Social Media with Laura

Each week Laura Kinnard joins us to chat about networking opportunities and social media. Today she lays out some of her top picks of the week and sprinkles a little social media talk as well. 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.

Let's Get Creative with Tony Paustian

Ready to energize your "internal creative"?  If so Dr. Tony Paustian from DMACC West Campus has a treat for you.  And, know what?  It's already paid for.  Celebrate Innovation 7 is coming and all you have to do is show up for the event.  Here are all the details!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.

Golden Openings and Special Events with Kimberly

Our guest is the principal of Golden Openings based in Urbandale and Kimberly Baeth, like many business people, saw a vacancy and built a very successful business helping in event management. In addition her company is holding a Regional Business After Hours for the benefit of the John Stoddard Cancer Center. We love hearing about cool business stories. 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.

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.