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Stuff to DO in the DSM Metro with Sheryl

She's back from vacation!  Sheryl Tessier from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines joins Tyler and Michael and lists out the cool stuff to do in the Metro this weekend and beyond. Good stuff and lots of fun!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.

Puppy Mills and Iowa - What's The Story?

A shocking story about puppy mills in Iowa with Mary LaHay from Iowa Voters for Companion Animals. Learn what she has been working toward, the inhumane conditions at puppy mills and why the Iowa Legislature has failed to respond. It is...shocking really that Iowa ranks second from the bottom of responsible states in the nation...just ahead of Mississippi. 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.

Allegra Marketing with Amy Eaton

Our guest is Amy Eaton Jaeger who is the Chief Experience Director for Allegra Marketing - Print - Mail and we chat a bit about advertising/marketing and the 12 non-profits the company is helping with $10,000 worth of assistance. Good stuff when a couple of marketing people get together. 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.

What is Compass Financial and They are Doing..What?

Our guest is a returning friend Kurt Pearson the founder of Compass Financial of West Des Moines. We break down what it is his company does in the area of investment advice and who might benefit from a relationship. Then we move on to a couple of special events happening on the 12th. And, you are invited! Here is our 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.

The Technology Association of Iowa is...What?

Here is a fast-paced interview with Brian Waller the president of the Technology Association of Iowa about what the group attempts to promote and the interesting topic of how business...any business can really be a technology business. We also talk about the kick off of the TAI Tech Town Hall happening in Urbandale on the 14th. Here is our conversation about Iowa and technology....it ain't what you think. 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.

An Iowa Workforce - Learn More from the University of Iowa

If Iowa based businesses are searching for a way to connect with highly motivated and educated employees our guest Philip Jordan from the University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center of the Tippie College of Business has an answer. Two programs the Iowa Innovation Associates and the Entrepreneurial Management Institute could be critical for your growth. Meet Phil:  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 Competitiveness of Iowa - Iowa Business Council

For several years the Iowa Business Council has taken the measurement of the competitiveness of Iowa as it relates to business development and more. Meet Elliot Smith the executive director of the Iowa Business Council as we talk about the many areas of measurement and how are we doing in the Hawkeye state. Our 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.

4 Tips for Protecting Your Personal Assets

Today we offer up "Four Tips for Protecting Your Personal Assets". You have worked hard for what you have...here Sam Kreamer and Thomas Kutz talk about ways to make sure you can keep what you've earned. Number one tip: "Don't be stupid."  We liked that. 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.

Laura on Networking and More

We're talking networking events for business with Laura Kinnard from #DMBizEvents. Places to go and where to learn more about how to promote your business or get new ideas. Here's Laura: 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 Manpower Story - Then & Now

The beginning story of any business, we think, is fascinating and that's where we start with Karen Miller from Manpower of Iowa. As with many businesses Manpower started with necessity and grew into a staple of staffing across the United States. Over the years the company has had many changes in focus and, here, Karen brings us right up to the present and shares an interesting story about helping "once retired" folks get back into the workforce.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.