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Supply chain manager survey shows confidence remains weak as concerns with disruptions continue

Iowa’s economy slowed in November as new orders declined sharply, with continued concerns about long-term supply chain disruptions, according to a survey of supply chain managers released this week.

According to Creighton University’s Mid-American Business Conditions …

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Cultivation Corridor adds two stakeholders

Hy-Vee and Omaha-based Scoular this week were announced as new stakeholders in America’s Cultivation Corridor. Georgia Van Gundy, executive vice president, chief administrative officer and chief customer officer at Hy-Vee, and Ed Prosser, senior vice …

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$5.1M in Community Attraction and Tourism grants awarded to 16 Iowa projects

The Enhance Iowa board has awarded more than $5.1 million to projects in 16 communities across the state, including four in Central Iowa. According to a news release, the Community Attraction and Tourism Grants that were announced Thursday …

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Downtown DSM: Future Forward community input session scheduled for Dec. 14

The next community input session for Downtown DSM: Future Forward is scheduled for 3-6 p.m., on Tuesday, Dec. 14, at the Wellmark YMCA, 501 Grand Ave. Participants will have the opportunity to help shape the …

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A Closer Look: Britney Appelgate

Britney Appelgate joined Capital Crossroads as its new director in June as part of a new leadership model with consulting firm State Public Policy Group, where she will retain her position as senior program manager. …

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Des Moines Corporate Games registration begins

Registration for the 2022 Des Moines Corporate Games is underway with information webinars scheduled for Dec. 9 and Jan. 18. The registration deadline is March 1, 2022. This will be the seventh year for the event, which …

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Partnership’s Shaw named to chamber executives 40 Under 40 list

Courtney Shaw, senior vice president of communications at the Greater Des Moines Partnership, has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition program showcases 40 of the chamber …

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Ames Chamber of Commerce announces winners for Dec. 8 annual awards ceremony

The Ames Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards ceremony is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Dec. 8 at Prairie Moon Winery. It will include a dinner and the presentation of the awards. There are 11 award …

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Mia Hamm to headline Partnership’s 2022 Annual Dinner

Two-time World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Mia Hamm will be the headline speaker at the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2022 Annual Dinner. The dinner is scheduled for 5-9 p.m. Jan. 27 at the …

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$1.2M in Future Ready Iowa Employer Innovation Fund grants available

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced on Monday a $1.2 million Future Ready Iowa grant opportunity for employers that are developing workforce solutions. The Future Ready Iowa Employer Innovation Fund is designed to expand opportunities for Iowans to earn …