Women Business

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.

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.

Women in Business in Iowa with Lori Day

Iowa needs to bolster it's support of women owned businesses and our guest is Lori Day from the National Association of Women Business Owners - Iowa Chapter.  We chat about the program, what can be done to fix Iowa's problem and discuss the upcoming event that honors women of great business value for our state.  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.

Women at the Top Lead to a Healthier Bottom Line

We're joined by Brooke Benschoter and Maureene Berkner Boyt as we discuss the upcoming event, Women at the Top Lead to a Healthier Bottom Line. This is a session that makes the case that strong female leadership is a "do or die" issue for business growth and profitability.  And, this is NOT a seminar just for women.  Here is that conversation: Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie 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.

Iowa Womens Leadership Conference with Diane Ramsey

The Iowa Women's Leadership Conference has gone through a number of rapid changes and some direction. We visited with Diane Ramsey on our News-maker Line about the state of women and business, the State of Iowa and how the IWLC is working to make changes in that will impact our state, the economy and support women in business. Here is our conversation.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie 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.

From the Battlefield to Aspire with Sonya Brekke

She's been in business for less than a year.  We "found" Sonya Brekke in her clothing store, Aspire, early this summer and learned about her passion to do for others.  With no retail experience Sonya started her business and added "cause marketing".  We think it's an amazing story and one you should hear. Enjoy.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie 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.

Jordan Lloyd Bookey, Smart Talk and Zoobean

Des Moines native, Jordan Lloyd Bookey comes back to the Metro to headline the Smart Talk Series. We were able to get her to stop by to talk about her travels, her family, Smart Talk and her business as the Chief Mom at Zoobean.  What is it and how does Zoobean work?  We share all...Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie 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.

Roxi Copland and Her Music!

We make NO apologies. We LOVE the music of Roxi Copland and she was kind enough to stop in and talk about her new project that will release in April along with talking about the "business of making music".  Good stuff...and here you go!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  You can catch up with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and our Facebook Page with lots more is right here.Thanks for listening!

Business Start-Ups with Monica Dolezal

Every emerging business could use a friend.  Somebody to bounce ideas and funding questions off of. Meet Monica Dolezal from BIZSTARTS who for 30 years loaned money to businesses and now helps new businesses start and grow.  We also talked about women owned businesses and some thoughts on what Iowa needs to do to be more supportive. Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  You can connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and/or our Facebook Page is right here.Thanks for listening!

Trisha Trixie Fashion Event - 26 Feb. 2014

Our friend Trisha Trixie joins us on our Newsmaker Line to talk up her FREE Vendor Showcase happening this weekend at the Lotus Moments Event Center.  It all starts at 8AM...Learn more on her website.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des  Moines.