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Iowa’s economy remains in positive growth territory, supply chain manager survey shows

Iowa’s economy weakened slightly in June but remained in positive growth territory, according to a monthly survey of manufacturing supply chain managers.

The state’s Business Conditions Index score declined to 53.3 from 53.5 in May. …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 9, 2024
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Iowa Leading Indicators Index sees slight drop in May

The Iowa Leading Indicators Index decreased to 105.2 in May from a revised 105.4 in April.

The monthly diffusion index decreased to 25.0 in May from 37.5 in April. A diffusion index measures the proportion …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 8, 2024
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Guest column: Gratitude after year one as president and CEO

July 1 marked my one-year anniversary as president and CEO of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. As I have been reflecting on my time in this position, I am filled with gratitude. Here are a …
By Tiffany Tauscheck | Jul 5, 2024
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West Des Moines chamber to host YURtern Alumni Social

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce announced it will invite alumni of its professional development program, YURtern, to celebrate the program’s seventh year. More than 1,300 student interns have been part of the program …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 2, 2024
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Iowa companies cool on sales, capital spending projections, but overall economic outlook positive in IBC quarterly survey

Iowa companies are tempering expectations for sales, capital spending and employment over the next six months, according to the results of Iowa Business Council’s second-quarter 2024 Economic Outlook Survey.

The outlook for the state’s economic health …
By Mike Mendenhall | Jul 2, 2024
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Survey: ABI members see economic uncertainty but majority expect workforce stability, continued capital investment in third quarter

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has released the results of its quarterly business survey, looking at concerns and expectations of ABI members going into the third quarter of 2024.

The survey was …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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DSM Fellowship Program announces graduates of 2024 cohort

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced the 2024 graduating class of the DSM Fellowship Program, a professional development initiative aimed at attracting, developing and retaining young talent. The program involves young professionals with up to …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 28, 2024
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Mg Biologics moving forward with $5 million expansion in Ames

An Ames-based biopharmaceutical animal treatments manufacturer and distributor is moving forward with a $5 million expansion of its operation in Boone County over the next three years.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority board voted Friday …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 25, 2024
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Iowa Workforce Development invites employers to take work-based learning survey

Iowa Workforce Development is asking employers across the state to complete a brief survey that measures their interest in work-based learning opportunities and partnerships, such as Registered Apprenticeships, Quality Pre-Apprenticeships or internships. To take the …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 25, 2024
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New Ames Regional Economic Alliance announced

The Ames Chamber of Commerce is being rebranded to keep pace with its growing, regional mission, leaders of the organization announced today.

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The Ames Chamber of Commerce will be rebranded as the Ames Regional …
By Michael Crumb | Jun 25, 2024