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The Leadership Iowa University with Jessi Steward

It's called the Leadership Iowa University and is a program of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry.  Our friend Jessi Steward came by to talk about the goals of the program, a quick overview of what is included and how college age students can apply.  Think of individual and community development with some of the best! 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.

The Wallace Center and Community Outreach

When we got the press release that indicated Donna Red Wing from One Iowa and Bob Vander Plaats of the Family Leader were going to present a luncheon on civility we had to learn more.  Diane Weiland, CEO and Program Developer for The Wallace Centers of Iowa came by to tell us more about that event and some others. 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 Business Calendar for the Des Moines Metro

As she does each Monday, Laura Kinnard joins us for the #DMBizEvents Calendar. Some networking picks, training ideas and events with a focus on business. Grab your calendar and let's 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.

Service Workers and the Restaurant Business

In a discussion earlier in the day our friend Michael Leo of the Strudl Haus, an Austrian cafe, bakery, coffee and wine bar was bemoaning the lack of professional waiters in the Des Moines Metro. He has some interesting ideas of the relationship between a fine meal and excellent service.  We talked about that and more. 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 of River Glen

Indie Artist River Glen was introduced to us by our friend Kaylee Williams and that was all it took for us to book him into a Friday Edition of the Business News Hour.  Here is his story and a slice of some of his music.  For more on River Glen head 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.

Stuff to Do in the Metro with Sheryl This Weekend!

Time for some Friday Fun with Sheryl Tessier from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines and DJ T-Hack as we roll though some great suggestions of fun stuff to do in the Des Moines Metro this weekend and into next week. Let's get to it: 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.

Being Independent in the Hotel Industry

This is a story that is unique. Lowell and Larry Scott are brothers and the owners of the Airport Holiday Inn of Des Moines. That sounds pretty "normal" but the brothers actually own the facility and are one of the very few owners of a property that has a corporate name-plate. We had that discussion and more about their recent re-build. 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.

A Central Iowa Business & Leadership Conference

We know how badly business wants to get to the "next level" and we invited Action Coach Greg Thompson to share with us the details of the Next Level Tour coming to Des Moines on Friday, June 19th. And, as an extra treat Greg brought Mitch Matthews along to give a preview of what attendees can take away.  Registration?  Sure, just go 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.

Washing Dishes - A Desmund Adams Life Experience

We've all had those life stories that molded how we think and do business. Here Desmund Adams tells the tale of hiding the dishes he was supposed to wash and the life lesson he learned about "cutting corners". Thanks to his Mother.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.