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The Elbert Files: Virtual Des Moines

Exploring interactive maps of Des Moines is my new default diversion, along with playing Spider Solitaire, when I go online these days. 

I began looking at city maps after asking Al Setka, Des Moines’ public …
By DAVE ELBERT | May 14, 2020
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Developing resilience in the pandemic: Six ideas for leaders

By Suzanna de Baca | President and group publisher, Business Publications Corp.

A top local CEO recently told me, “I’m learning how to lead through a crisis, and it’s tough. I’m not sure how to be strong when …
By BPC Staff | May 11, 2020
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Guest opinion: Start saving now

By Kate Banasiak | President and CEO, Diversified Management Services

Twelve weeks ago I was lucky enough to have an acquaintance from a board I’m on approach me and give me some advice that stopped me in my tracks, …
By BPC Staff | May 11, 2020
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Guest opinion: Money talks

One of the most common questions I get is, “How do I talk to my parents/children/grandchild about money?”

Most of us have someone in our lives we are worried about and want to help. Sadly, …
By Joey Beech | May 4, 2020
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The Elbert Files: We need Hoover and Ike

One thing is clear from the widespread disorganization associated with COVID-19. 

After three months of inconsistent, and at times totally confusing, policies involving medical and protective equipment, virus testing, vaccine creation and economic shutdowns, it …
By DAVE ELBERT | Apr 30, 2020
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The Elbert Files: The Hippee Building

George B. Hippee was one of Des Moines’ most enigmatic business leaders 100 years ago – a  successful banker, developer and railroad owner who was accused in 1906 of attempting to bribe a city official. …
By DAVE ELBERT | Apr 21, 2020
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Guest Opinion: Redesign thinking

Welcome to Redesign Thinking 101. This is a new course based on the principles of design thinking with an added focus on shifting paradigms. You have been automatically enrolled in this experiential learning course for …
By Rebecca Wolford | Co | Apr 17, 2020
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The Elbert Files: Who will cover pandemic claims?

Mandatory deposit insurance was created during the 1930s to protect the savings of U.S. citizens from bank failures. A similar federal backstop protecting small businesses from financial collapse during a pandemic shutdown is needed now.…
By DAVE ELBERT | Apr 16, 2020
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Opinion: Life in the pandemic: Women leaders rock personal, professional brands

Pets. Kids. Sweatshirts. Home offices. Spotty internet connections. In just one month of social distancing and remote work, we’ve all been using videoconferencing and social media to stay connected and have seen new sides of …
By SUZANNA de BACA | Apr 13, 2020
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Guest opinion: Managing our presence in a new virtual work environment

By Cindy Hughes Anliker | Associate director, general management for UnitedHealthcare

Like millions of Americans, I am adjusting to a full-time “work from home” environment. Given what we’re up against with COVID-19, so many of our …
By BPC Staff | Apr 13, 2020