Female Entrepreneurs

Working in Two Worlds with Annie Shelton

We met Annie Shelton through a business call.  Her outgoing voice mail message mentioned not only her employer, Iowa Living Magazines, but also her photography business, Polka Dot Photography.  We were intrigued about working for somebody and working for yourself so we asked Annie to come by for that conversation.  While it's not unusual...we figured that many of you need to know you are not...alone.  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 fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Smart Talk Series in Des Moines!

Five different, nationally known, women telling their stories and sharing a wealth of information. That is what the Smart Talk Series is all about. Brooke Benschoter and Michael talk about who is coming, what the Smart Talk Series is all about and how you can go and...save some money at the same time.  Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

The Authors of the Pampered Pet Series - Sparkle Abbey

When we heard about this series of mystery books we had to visit with the authors Anita Carter and Mary Lee Woods the team that make up Sparkle Abbey.  A conversation about the publishing business today, how they started and their unique way of working together. Here is that visit:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Thrive Senior Care with Kathleen Coady

From magazine publishing to caring for individuals in their home; it's quite a transformation. Meet Kathleen Coady the owner of Thrive Senior Care a new start-up here in the metro that is all about serving others in their time of need.  Perhaps this is something you or your family are seeking? Here is that conversation:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page

A Holistic Approach to Veterinary Care

We're seeing more and more people being attracted to some form of holistic medicine and many are approaching pet health in the same manner.  Meet Franchesca Zenitsky, DVM who has opened Idyllic Paws an in-home veterinary service for cats and dogs.  Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page

Market Day Iowa with Cat Rocketship

We LOVE Market Day!  It's eclectic, fun and...FREE.  Here's Cat Rocketship with an overview of what Market Day is all about and why, on this Black Friday, it makes sense to head downtown Des Moines for something really unique! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page

Ini Augustine on Technology, Business and Social Media

Last night Ini Augustine received an award for being a pioneer in business from the Technology Association of Iowa. Today, we had her in our studio to talk about not only the award but also the power of understanding social media for business. Here is that conversation for the SocialWise Media Group founder and owner:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Social Media and Employees/Employer with Laura Kinnard

Our friend Laura Kinnard loves the impact social media can have when it comes to business.  That's why, when we read a piece by our friend Brian Solis about employee engagement and employers being "socially engaged" we asked Laura to join us for that discussion. In addition some thoughts on social media for business and linking Facebook to your Twitter Feed. Good stuff!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

The Business of a Modeling Agency with Shelana Laing

The glamour world of modeling also has a business side so we asked our friend Shelana Laing from Runway Model and Talent, based in West Des Moines, to come by and chat about a host of things from being a Midwestern Model to the pay structure to being "Mom" to many. Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Everybody Deserves a Fresh Start with Maggie Spellman

We love start-up business stories!  In just one year her business goes from an idea to way more clients than she ever thought possible. Meet Maggie Spellman the owner on Z's Fresh Start Cleaning.  What is it that she does that drives customers to her service?  We asked that question and many others.  Here's Maggie:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.