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Botanical Garden names new CEO

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden board of directors has named Kim Perez as the Botanical Garden’s new CEO.

Chair Stacey Johnson said in a news release announcing Perez’s selection today that Perez “has what it takes …
By BPC Staff | Mar 22, 2021
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Titus named VP of operations for Kreg Tool Co.

Kreg Tool Co. has promoted Sam Titus to vice president of operations, effective immediately. Titus will lead the Huxley-based manufacturer’s entire operations team, including production, warehouse/distribution, facilities, quality and supply chain. He will report to Kreg Tool’s …
By BPC Staff | Mar 15, 2021
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Dwolla names Mastercard’s Glaser as its new president, COO

Des Moines-based payments platform Dwolla announced today that Dave Glaser has been appointed president and chief operating officer, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the enterprise payments space. Glaser’s first day with Dwolla was Monday.…
By BPC Staff | Mar 9, 2021
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United Way of Central Iowa’s Buck announces her retirement

Elisabeth Buck, who has served as president of the United Way of Central Iowa since 2017, will retire in July, the organization announced this afternoon.

Buck joined United Way of Central Iowa in 2011 as chief …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Mar 4, 2021
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The Iowa Clinic names Hodne as chief quality officer

Dr. Barbara Hodne has been named chief quality officer with the Iowa Clinic. Hodne, a family physician in Ankeny, was the assistant quality director with the Iowa Clinic for the past five years before beginning her …
By BPC Staff | Mar 3, 2021
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Workiva names Jill Klindt as chief financial officer

International data compliance software firm Workiva has named Jill Klindt as chief financial officer following Stuart Miller’s retirement as executive vice president and chief financial officer after seven years, the Ames company announced this week. Klindt …
By BPC Staff | Feb 19, 2021
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Hartmann hired as marketing coordinator position at Great Outdoors Foundation

Kaitie Hartmann was recently named as the marketing coordinator for the Great Outdoors Foundation. Hartmann will lead marketing and communication efforts for the foundation and the Central Iowa Water Trails. In the newly created position, …
By BPC Staff | Feb 16, 2021
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Bird named chief operating officer of LCS

Chris Bird has been named executive vice president and chief operating officer for senior living company LCS in Des Moines. In this newly created position, Bird will provide oversight of LCS’ Life Care Services and Care Purchasing Services …
By BPC Staff | Feb 16, 2021
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On the Move: Month of February

Gina Vitiritto

Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, Hotel

Promoted to assistant director of human resources

gina.vitiritto@prairiemeadows.com

 

Julie Stewart

Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, Hotel

Promoted to vice president of community relations

julie.stewart@prairiemeadows.com

 

Michele Wilkie

Prairie …
By BPC Staff | Feb 12, 2021
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Making tough decisions

Business leaders have listed it among their top priorities for the 2021 legislative session. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say action needs to be taken, and during the Business Record’s Jan. 29 Fearless …
By MICHAEL CRUMB | Feb 12, 2021
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