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Stuff to Do in the Des Moines Metro with Sheryl!

Each week Sheryl Tessier comes by to share with us her top picks of "Stuff to Do in the Metro". For more and some special deals visit her at Eat, Play, Love Des Moines. Here is this weeks list of fun things...even a Turkey Trot! 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.

Europe and the Des Moines Connection - The Strudl Haus

Recently Chef Michael Leo traveled to his home in Austria and then a side trip to Tuscany. The reason?  And, how does the dining experience in Europe differ from most restaurants in Des Moines?  We asked that and also talked about what ideas he is bringing back to the Strudl Haus for the upcoming Italian Wine Dinner on 10 December. 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.

What is the EPIC Challenge for Business? We'll Tell!

When business realizes that women in leadership roles has such a positive impact you would think more women would be chosen to fill those roles. But, not yet.  Enter the NEXUS Epic Challenge a way to affect Central Iowa businesses by attracting, retaining and promoting women as a workplace development strategy. Our guests are Jann Freed and Leisha Barcus and the topic is timely.  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.

PETS of Panora and Dog Fighting in Iowa

We've had such a positive experience with the animal rescue center called Panora PETS. Michael has three dogs from this volunteer rescue. We chat about that and then about the horror of dog fighting in Iowa. Something we were shocked to learn is happening with regularity. Here is Melodie Smith who rescued Sarge a Bait Dog...no really. 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.

Market Day on Black Friday in Des Moines

She is back with us...Cat Rocketship joins us to chat about one of our favorite holiday traditions...Market Day Iowa which happens on Black Friday. We talk about what you can expect and in their brand new location at Capital Square downtown Des Moines. Here's Cat!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.

How Knowing Your Personality Impacts Business

We spend some time with Becky Rupiper-Greene from Tero International about how knowing your physiological profile can help you in business. From team building to business decisions learning your profile can be very helpful as you navigate your career or your company.  Oh, and in this broadcast we learn more about Michael than, perhaps, we should. 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 World of Design with RDG

We welcome Patrick Dunn and Cory Scott partners with RDG Planning and Design to talk about sustainability, walkability, community art, trends in design and how design now follows the usage of the building rather than "build it and they will come". Interesting trends... 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.

Before You Buy a Franchise - Some Legal Considerations

What is and what isn't a franchise?  We visit with Thomas Kutz and Sam Kreamer from the Kreamer Law Firm about what to look for, what to expect and what can make or break a business opportunity in a franchise. Some things to consider before you sign up. 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.

Networking and Social Media with Laura

Each week Laura Kinnard joins us to chat about networking opportunities and social media. Today she lays out some of her top picks of the week and sprinkles a little social media talk as well. 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.

A Marketing Tip for Business...Your Business?

Here's a Marketing Tip we did last week during the broadcast. No matter what business you have you can do more business by enlisting the help of Brand Warriors.  You, in your business can do better than the malls and the big box department stores if you work at cultivating...Brand Warriors. How do you do that? Here's that retail/business marketing tip with a hat tip to Von Maur: 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.