Events

DMDC 2022 with Andrea Woodard

We're going to get slightly "hyper-local" with this conversation about the Greater Des Moines (Iowa) Partnership and the upcoming business gathering in Washington, D.C. While, on the surface, this might seem to be about Central Iowa the issues raised by Andrea Woodard the Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Public Policy for the Partnership should resonate with every person listening to this conversation. We start off by sharing exactly what the Partnership is...and you might be surprised about what this organization brings to Iowa and the nation.
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The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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 13 April 2022

Thanks for coming by again today. It's been a busy news day from profits to the markets and make sure you click ahead for the conversation about the electrical grid in the State of Iowa. Some amazing facts that impact business recruitment and retention. But first the business news headlines:
Who is really responsible for high fuel prices;
Amazon has a new name for a streaming service;
And...you'll be able to hear why;
Yesterday it was Honda; today it's Toyota and EV's;
Corporate profits are higher than...ever in history;
Are those profits tied to...record inflation?
The Wall Street Report;
Women and "Office Housework".  What?
For the interview you'll meet Bob Rafferty from the group, Iowa Business for Clean Energy. The conversation centers on the electric grid in the Hawkeye State plus why some cities pay as much as 50% more for electricity than others, what about clean energy and how do we get there? The bottom line is, as he says, nothing will be done for our antique system until business gets involved. So, there is a special event hosted by his group on April 28th and business is invited. To listen to that conversation click here.
Thanks for coming by!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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. 
 

Clean Energy for Iowa - What Business Needs to Know

We'll bet its not something that you think about...but you should.  We're talking about the electrical grid in the State of Iowa. Is it reliable, what are we doing to modernize the grid what about clean energy, how do we store and distribute energy into the future? Big questions for businesses across the state. Meet Bob Rafferty the Executive Director of Iowa Business for Clean Energy as those questions are asked and answered. In addition Bob talk about an upcoming seminar that business leaders should know about and attend.  Here is that important conversation. 
Thanks for coming by!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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. 

EntreFEST 2022 with Jill and Jourdan

Got a business idea? Own a thriving business but want to make some changes? Are you an early startup looking for funding? Want to connect with professionals who have answers to so many of your questions? Good news...EntreFEST is the place to be this June in Iowa City, Iowa. Here to talk about it is Jill Watkins COO for NewBOco and Jourdan McChesney the EntreFEST Event Coordinator. We'll be talking about what you can expect to happen during the two days starting on June 9th and running through the 10th. If you've never gone you will be blown away by how professional this event is and even more excited once they release the names of the headlines. I'm honored to be back this year and if you want 20% off your ticket fee just the promo-code LIBBIE.  Let's go!
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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 29 March 2022

As talks between Ukraine and Russia, brokered by Turkey and Israel, continue there was a positive move on Wall Street. Also, at the end of the newscast make sure you click through for a conversation about the upcoming Black and Brown Business Summit. My guest is Terrence Thames and it's something you should hear...no matter where you live and work.  But, first the news:
Wall Street had a day and why;
The Biden Budget and Social Security;
It was a rough day for former President Trump;
Job openings and quits in February were huge;
The Millionaire Tax is a hot topic;
Tax dollars and fossil fuel subsidies;
Still wearing a mask in public?
The Wall Street Report;
If your boss has an MBA watch your paycheck.
Those stories plus a conversation with Terrence Thames from the upcoming Black and Brown Business Summit. While this two day event is being hosted by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce in Iowa it's something that can be seen and heard nationwide. And, when Terrence shares the names of two of the key presenters you'll be able to gauge the importance of the event.  To listen, CLICK THIS LINK.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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 Black & Brown Business Summit

The Black & Brown Business Summit is happening April 20 & 21. This is an opportunity for established businesses and startups to learn wealth building techniques, social media skills, real estate, quitting a job to move on and so much more. Here I sit down with Terrence Thames a co-organizer of the event. I promise that you'll learn much about not only the summit but also the barriers so many folks run into as they deal with systematic bias. To register for this ground-breaking event just follow this link to the West Des Moines Chamber and remember while an Iowa Chamber is sponsoring this...it truly is a global effort.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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 28 March 2022

It took all day for the Dow to turn the corner but in the end the index advanced. Welcome to the Monday Edition of the business news headlines and click ahead for a brief interview with organizers of a march for peace in Ukraine. It's a very diverse and surprising group. But first the news:
Home Depot too "Woke"?
Threats of a boycott but their stock was up on the day;
Pro-union baristas at Starbucks being forced out?
Something soon to disappear from Walmart;
Foreclosure rates climb;
We've got the top five states dealing with foreclosures;
Wells Fargo, paying your rent and getting points;
The Wall Street Report;
No Return to the Office for this company...ever.
Click ahead for this conversation about why such a diverse group of people launched a march for peace. What is the connection between Liberia and Ukraine?  To listen just click here.
Thanks for coming by!
 

The Business News Headlines 7 February 2022

Two words would describe what went on with the stock market today: "Sluggish" and "Choppy" come to mind. That story and more plus click through for a conversation about young people, voting and a place called Tapestry Farms. Our guest from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa is Adyson McKinney.  But first:
Choppy and Sluggish;
A Vegas icon sold;
Talking taxes and the expense we all go through;
Facing a shortage of 100,000 truck drivers you would think...
Super Bowl Ads - What might we expect;
The Wall Street Report;
Amazon just doubled some salary levels...no, really!
Those stories and you'll meet Adyson McKinney who will be talking up voting, education, and giving to an interesting non-profit. To listen in, just click here!
Thanks for listening! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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.

Talking Learning & Voting with Adyson McKinney of St. Ambrose University

Not long ago I was made aware of a student led program coming out of St. Ambrose University based in Davenport, Iowa. Adyson McKinney is the president of the Student Democrats and this bright young woman is with us to talk about questions young voters have and a program scheduled for Friday the 11th of February that doubles as a fund-raiser for Tapestry Farms...which in itself is an amazing story.  Click through to meet Adyson. 
Thanks for listening! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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.

Stuff to DO with Cityview and Jeff Pitts

It's FRIDAY and each Friday we sit down with Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine and chat it up about Stuff to DO in the Greater Des Moines Metro this weekend into next week.  On tap today is the CIRCUS...yes! Today through Sunday.  And some circus talk from long agon in Detroit and those drum sticks.  Sports with the Iowa Wolves and the Iowa Wild. New stuff at the DSM Playhouse. Golden Girls from Des Moines Performing Arts. Some symphony news. Botanical Blues on Sunday. A Valentine's Day PSA...guys...you listening? Iowa State plays Kansas...a big game and the Iowa Ag Expo is in town next week. Watch out for plenty of pickups!  Have some fun with us! 
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon 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.