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Kemin Industries names Burt to new head of global corporate affairs role

Des Moines-based global ingredient manufacturer Kemin Industries has appointed Lauren Burt to the company’s new position of head of global corporate affairs, according to a news release. She will oversee Kemin’s corporate and public affairs …

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Crain named next president of ABI

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry announced today Nicole Crain will be the organization’s next president.

Crain will succeed Mike Ralston, who is retiring at the end of the year after serving in the …

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Unfavorable domestic economy a top concern in IBC’s third-quarter Economic Outlook Survey

Concerns related to an unfavorable domestic economy topped the list of challenges facing Iowa businesses in the results of the Iowa Business Council’s latest six-month Economic Outlook Survey released today.

Iowa business leaders who responded …

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Decision delayed on request to allow bar in former Spaghetti Works space

The potential tenant of former Court Avenue restaurant space was granted a delay in consideration of his request to open a bar in the building.

Larry Smithson, an operator of area bars, had asked the …

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Randolph named CEO of Ag Express Electronics

Ag Express Electronics, the parent company of Ag Express and Integrated Circuit Works, has announced Eric Randolph as its next president and CEO. Randolph has served as interim CEO since June and was the company’s …

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Merit Management Group acquires Clive Power Equipment

Merit Management Group, a private equity firm headquartered in West Des Moines, has announced its acquisition of Clive Power Equipment, a provider of equipment for residential and professional lawn care, snow removal, tree care and …

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Recipients announced for Aureon Community Development Grant program

Aureon, a Des Moines-based business connectivity and technology solutions provider, has announced the first recipients for the Community Development Grant program it launched this year. Nine recipients shared $30,000 of grants, according to a news …

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ABI announces Legends in Manufacturing to be honored at Oct. 2 conference

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry will host its Iowa Manufacturing Conference on Oct. 2 in Ankeny. The sessions will explore top issues for manufacturers, including innovative workforce solutions, retaining diverse talent, and risk …

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Iowa, Nevada pastry manufacturers announce merger

Iowa-based private equity firm Midwest Growth Partners announced that its portfolio company French Gourmet, a Nevada-based manufacturer of croissants and other pastries, has merged with Iowa-based ShellsbyDesign. ShellsbyDesign provides sweet and savory frozen tart shells …

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Iowa Latino Restaurant Week to offer special deals

Two dozen local restaurants are offering special deals for 11 days to mark the inaugural Iowa Latino Restaurant Week as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. From Sept. 11 to 21, the restaurants will offer pre …

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