Principal Financial Group received recognition from the Investment Management Education Alliance STAR Awards recently. The Des Moines-based retirement services company won awards in eight major categories, including the prestigious Overall Retirement Communications award for the second year in a row. The industry awards program highlights marketing and communications talent and best practices. Awards were presented in 30 categories across three major areas of the investment business, as well as special awards for community investment. “The STAR Awards recognition showcases the amazing talent at Principal,” said Kevin Morris, chief marketing officer for Retirement and Income Solutions at Principal. “We’ll continue to elevate our game with investments in digital and product solutions, customer care, financial wellness and more.”