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Now in its fith year, the "Iowa Business Report” is a weekly half-hour radio program featuring interviews about business, government, the economy, jobs, trade, and investments. Each program also includes a “Business Profile” segment, telling the story of one Iowa-based company and its impact. The "Iowa Business Report" also airs as a weekday two-minute feature. The "Iowa Business Report" is presented with support from the Iowa Business Council (iowabusinesscouncil.org). The program is a copyrighted production of Totally Iowa Media, which is solely responsible for its content.
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On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Economics researcher Susannah Barnes says data proves that inflation from high government spending actually economically hurts those the government programs are supposed to help.Political spending is high as the June Iowa primary election nears. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll revisit the origins of the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce with CEO Gentry Collins.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the ...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Two Eastern Iowa universities have partnered on a unique course sharing plan; presidents Amy Novak of St. Ambrose University and Todd Olson of Mt. Mercy University describe the arrangement.Amazon is offering a quarter-million dollars of grants to small businesses across the U.S. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about how the Iowa Association of Business and Industry works to help its member businesses across the st...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: We note national Small Business Month by getting an update on area statistics and free services from Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and Lisa Shimkat, Iowa director of America's Small Business Development Centers.Another "top ten" finish for Iowa in the annual U.S. News "best states" list. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about Landus and a new business, Conduit, from Landus CEO Matt Carstens.For more, go to tota...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg gives us an update on the Governor's Empower Rural Iowa initiative, for which he serves as co-chair.Moving Iowa's individual income tax to a flat rate was a cautious process, according to Iowa Speaker of the House Pat Grassley. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about Harvest Hosts in a conversation with company COO Wes Clark.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link.&...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Agriculture is a key component of Iowa's economy; Iowa State University economist Dr. Chad Hart examines the economic climate as the 2024 planting season is underway.A major dairy products company is building a new manufacturing plant in Boone. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about West Side Salvage of Atkins in a conversation with company CEO Alex Kowalski.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The opportunities and challenges of attracting business to the state is discussed by Iowa Economic Development Authority director Debi Durham.Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA03) is working to reduce government red tape adversely affecting small businesses through introduction of a new bill on the topic. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about Around the Corner Productions in Cedar Falls in a conversation with foun...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The latest quarterly survey of Iowa Business Council members is very optimistic, due in part to high anticipated sales. IBC president Joe Murphy shares details from the data.The National Federation of Independent Business says its members are more cautious about the economy in 2024. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll introduce you to Rob Mauritz of Des Moines-based LBS, a century-old, employee-owned company.For more, go to...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The world comes to Des Moines for the 10th annual Global Insurance Symposium later this month. Event co-chair Aaron Pearce previews the event.Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council has a "to-do" list for Iowa lawmakers before they adjourn later this month. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll introduce you to Doug Oldaker, senior vice president of Security National Bank of Omaha.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "r...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The 8th Iowa Rural Summit takes place in Ames in April. Iowa Rural Development Council executive director Bill Menner gives a preview. Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz notes similarities between coaching championship teams and building your business. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll reintroduce you to Kirk Tyler of Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company. For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The Iowa Association of Business and Industry is a lead sponsor of the upcoming "Coolest Thing Made in Iowa" competition; Kelsey O'Connor of Iowa ABI provides details.Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds talks about tax policy and how recent changes are good for the state's overall economy. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll reintroduce you to Jim Mudd, Jr., CEO of Mudd Advertising in Cedar Falls.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on t...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Ben Murrey of the Common Sense Institute Iowa shares data from CSI's "Economic Competitiveness Report," indicating Iowa ranks among the top third of states in the nation.Jeff Margrett gives information about the FIRST Robotics regional competition to be held in Cedar Falls Mar. 21-23. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll reintroduce you to Erin McGregor, the fourth generation president of McGregor's Furniture.For more, go to total...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The Iowa Business Council's annual Iowa Competitive Dashboard report was recently released; IBC president Joe Murphy shares more of the data, along with the proposed action plan for responding to what the data shows.Financial journalist Jordan Goodman says last Friday's monthly jobs report was not as positive as the headlines may make it seem. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear about a unique partnership between three Iowa...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The annual Iowa Competitive Dashboard report was released by the Iowa Business Council last week. IBC president Joe Murphy shares some of the findings.John Deere has announced its newest tractor line will be made exclusively in Iowa. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear from Chuck Paulsen of BankIowa.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link. Support for the Iowa Business Repor...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The annual two-day spring Iowa Employment Conference is coming up in Altoona in April. Conference president Nan Boland shares information on trends, topics, and speakers.After 40 years on Wall Street, Paul Tice believes ESG will be harmful to the global economy and shares this thoughts in a new book. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear from Scott Guttormson, manager of the Hawkeye Farm Show, which will be held in Cedar Fall...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Providing information on how to plan, save, and earn money is the focus of the Iowa Insurance Division's SmartHER money program; we'll have details from IID consumer advocacy officer Sonya Sellmeyer.Fully half of U.S. workers say they are "not engaged" with their jobs...which has a huge negative impact on productivity. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear from Ryan Coane, president of Ivy Health Care Group, which operates tw...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: There's a previously little-studied part of the brain that can hold you back in business and in life. Iowa native Dr. Kyra Bobinet, author of "Unstoppable Brain," explains.It's been a month since the Iowa Caucuses; Gov. Kim Reynolds tells us some of the on-going economic development benefits of our first-in-the-nation status. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear from Jack Kilian, founder of the Coralville-based business Poul...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: There is enough optimism about Iowa's economy during the first half of 2024 that a majority of businesses surveyed are planning capital expenditures. Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council shares data from his group's latest quarterly survey.It's tax time, and the Iowa Department of Revenue is ready. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll hear from Blake Renaud, founder and CEO of the Pickle Play app and website, designed in Cedar...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Iowa has become the fourth state in which the Common Sense Institute operates. CSI president and CEO Kristin Strohm explains the purpose of this non-partisan research organization.Iowa businesses may have to utilize the federal E-Verify program if legislation pending in the Iowa House passes this session. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll talk with Jon Sargent of Todd & Sargent, a 90-year-old family-owned construction...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Businesses are increasingly concerned about providing for the physical and mental health of their workforce. Dr. Matt Kettman of Cedar Valley Medical Specialists in Waterloo discusses the benefits of a healthy workforce, and how employers can lead the conversation.Many of us have failed to use those gift cards we receive, leading to "National Use Your Gift Card Day" on January 20. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll talk with Je...
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Iowa's first-in-the-nation presidential precinct caucuses are important from both a political, and economic, standpoint. Greg Edwards of Catch Des Moines shares information on that economic impact.The number of new small businesses in the U.S. hit a record for a third straight year last year. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll talk with Emily Kress of Dupaco Community Credit Union, which was one of only three Iowa credit unions ...
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