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The Fat Plant Society with Kasey Riley

We first met Kasey at the American Marketing Association - Iowa Chapter event last month. When she told us she was with the Fat Plant Society of Kansas City we made a date to follow up with her to learn more about her and her husbands' unique business. Think living walls and succulents, art and more. It's a fun conversation about a really interesting and sustainable design opportunity for businesses and homes. Here, once again is Kasey! 
 The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Inclusive Cultural University - ICU with Jon and Del Marion

Meet the father/son team of Del and Jon Marion and the Inclusive Cultural University (ICU) where they believe that respect and direction and training can help us bridge gaps in our society. Jon has been working on the idea for several years and recently launched ICU and started recruiting agents of change. Already they have made connections with the NBA, NFL. local and regional public schools and colleges. This very well be something to watch. Meet Del and Jon in our Small Business Spotlight...
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Jeff Pitts and Cityview Stuff to DO in the Metro

He is our lifestyle contributor and he is Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine. Here he breaks down "Stuff to DO in the Metro" this weekend into next week. Starting off with the Iowa Barnstormers we roll into Chicago at the Civic Center, a swap meet, gun show, Los Temerarios at the Val Air Ballroom, a pop-up exhibit at the Des Moines Social Club, "Media's Role in Building Community" at the Iowa Historical Building, Uriah Heep at Hoyt Sherman and more! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Meet Pete D'Alessandro - Iowa's Third Congressional District Part One

In this first of two parts we introduce you to Pete D'Alessandro one of six Democrats seeking the nomination to run in Iowa's Third Congressional District. Here Pet talks about his motivation, family and background. Here is his website and on Twitter it's @PeteForIowa. In Part Two we'll focus on some key policy issues. Meet...Pete! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Meet Pete D'Alessandro - Iowa's Third Congressional District Part Two

In this second part of our conversation with Democratic hopeful Pete D'Alessandro we dive into policy issues starting with health care. Pete has some strong feelings about that and a number of other issues including taxes, business and more. Listen in. And, to connect with Pete here is his Website and his Twitter Handle is @PeteForIowa. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Marketing for Business - Getting Noticed Above the Noise

There is so much "noise" out there that businesses are finding it more difficult to get noticed among consumers. With Facebook changing their methods and new platforms coming online at a rapid clip it's no wonder business owners wonder if it's all worth it. Here, in our regular feature "Marketing for Business", Phil K. James from Good Milkshake Digital and Michael Libbie from Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications looks at several ways to get noticed and been seen as a leader in your community. First we offer up a challenge and an idea that you can steal and then we get into the power of Instagram for business. Again, steal our ideas and run with them...that's why we do this segment. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

LeadN15 with Tom Hendricksen

We've all been to leadership seminars where the speaker or speakers go on for an hour, take questions and leave. So, how did that work out for you? Speaker, coach and business professional Tom Hendricksen says LeadN15 is something different. Multiple speakers given fifteen minutes to share their best stuff. It's rapid fire leadership about a wide range of topics and it takes place at the Windsor Heights Community and Events Center on April 19th. You can get tickets and learn more about the speakers right here. But first, listen to Tom as he explains what you can expect.  
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Hollywood Comes to Iowa with Matt Wiggins and Robert Dopf

Sometimes things are placed in front of you and you MUST take advantage of the moment. Meet Matt Wiggins and Robert Dopf. Robert has written a screen play "Wren Bone" which has caught the eye of famous Native-American actor Wes Studi (Dances with Wolves, The Last of the Mohicans, Avatar and last year in Hostiles) and local actor, headed to LA, Matt Wiggins. The two plan to shoot a high-budget "rush" here in Iowa which will feature Wes Studi. It's not only an amazing story but YOU can be part of the launch. On Wednesday the 14th of March there will be a "Meet & Greet" with Wes, Matt and Robert at Noce Jazz Club and YOU can go! Tickets to the event are here. This is a MUST GO! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Networking in The Des Moines Metro with Laura Kinnard

Each Monday afternoon Laura Kinnard the founder of DMBizMixer comes by the studio to chat about, what she thinks, are great networking and learning opportunities. From business startups to finance to education there is always something going on. And, on Twitter you can post your event using #DMBizEvents.  Here's Laura! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Going or Growing - Tips on Buying or Selling a Business - Sam Kreamer

Each month Sam Kreamer from the Kreamer Law Firm joins us for a business law discussion. This month Sam discusses "Going or Growing - Tips on Buying or Selling a Business". He looks at the event through the eyes of both a buyer and seller. What things must be covered, who is in charge of what, how do the talks progress and at what point is the deal a bad deal? Strap in...and learn more from Sam! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business broadcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm on AM-940. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications through a business relationship with The Des Moines Radio Group. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.