Start Up Stories

The Business Calendar for the Des Moines Metro

Each week Laura Kinnard comes by to offer up the networking and business education opportunities for the week...and we've got several. If you follow on Twitter it's #DMBizEvents or you can check the blog 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.

Mental Health Issues - Michael Sullivan

It seems that mental health issues surface every day yet, access to mental health care is trending downward. Recently we met Michael Sullivan a private practitioner who has been in the field for years. We asked him to share with us the challenges he, and those seeking treatment, face every day along with what he is seeing in the field.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 University of Iowa Venture School

Having an idea for a business is great but, can the business idea be sustainable?  How do you know?  What help is out there for you to learn and grow your idea into reality?  Enter the University of Iowa Venture School; part of the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center in Des Moines. We visit with Jennifer Ott and Wade Steenhoek about what the center is, what it does and how you might qualify for some help. 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.

DJ T-Hack and the Business of Music

When he's not producing the Business News Hour Tyler Hackenmiller is a DJ for Star 102.5 and his own music business as DJ T-Hack traveling to clubs and events across Iowa. We wanted to learn more so invited him to be the "subject" rather than the button pusher.  Here is that 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.

Love is the Answer with Lynx Tyus

We got a call from some folks about something called "Ebony and Ivory". We were curious as to what it was...so we invited Lynx Tyus to join us in studio to explain.  Here is that 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.

Convrt Clothing - A Startup Story

We so much enjoy meeting entrepreneurs and sharing their stories. In studio here are the guys that started Convrt Clothing some eight weeks ago.  The create one-of-a-kind t-shirts by sewing a pocket on the left front...sorta different but they are having a blast. Meet Tyler Johnson, Eric Weflen and Tyler Wentworth:  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.

Need Commercial Music? Meet James Goodlett

We figure it's a win when we can help an emerging business.  Enter James Goodlett from Jam Good Productions in Altoona.  When we first heard his original music we figured he would be perfect for branding music for business.  From video to television ads to corporate work, Mr. Goodlett has some talent.  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.

The Central Iowa Sports Network - Works!

Our friend Peter Tarpey is back in the studio!  Today we're chatting about the Central Iowa Sports Network, how consumers digest news and sports and what the future may hold. It's a great "start-up" story. 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.

A Salsa Check Up with the Campos Brothers

We LOVE their energy. Angelo and Phillip Campos founded Tres Mentas Salsa and their work, dedication and drive has taken it from their Mom's kitchen to a neat company. We catch up with them...and their story: 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 Music Business is Still...Business

For all the entertainment the music business brings to fans it's still a business that is rife with challenges from ownership of creative works to formation of the band as a business. Enter Tom Kutz an attorney with the Kreamer Law Firm of West Des Moines.  The "music scene" in the Des Moines Metro is growing and here, Tom and Sam Kreamer, help us better understand the opportunities and challenges of the business of music and performing.  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.