AABP EP Awards 728x90

Statewide News

AdobeStock 156496505

Obesity presents significant economic challenges in Iowa, new report shows

…
By Business Record Staff | Oct 13, 2023
deans

Shaping the Future

Much has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic, from the way we work and learn to how we interact and socialize. Overcoming the many challenges has led to innovation and adaptation in the world of academia, …
By Hailey Allen | Jul 14, 2023
Kreg tool CEO

Meet the new CEO of Kreg Tool

Edward McGreen was named the new CEO of Ankeny-based Kreg Tool in early April. He joined the company, which makes tools for do-it-yourself woodworkers, as chief financial officer in September 2022. Before joining Kreg, McGreen …
By Michael Crumb | Jun 9, 2023
SPAL USA rendering 2

SPAL USA expanding footprint in Ankeny

SPAL Automotive, headquartered in Italy, plans to expand its presence in Ankeny with the construction of a $35 million state-of-the-art manufacturing, distribution and office facility that would be built in Crosswinds Business Park.

The company …
By Kathy A. Bolten | May 3, 2023
CRE Forum Matt Anderson

Here’s how panelists describe Des Moines’ commercial real estate sector

A sold-out crowd of over 400 people attended the Business Record’s annual Commercial Real Estate Forum on April 19 at the Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel.

Panelists included Matt Anderson, Des Moines’ deputy city manager; …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Apr 26, 2023
Dupaco Waukee

Construction begins on Dupaco learning lab in Waukee

Construction has started on a Dupaco Community Credit Union learning lab branch at 1090 E. Hickman Road in Waukee.

Plans for the branch office were first announced in late 2020.

The branch is Dubuque-based Dupaco credit union’s …
By Business Record Staff | Apr 19, 2023
downtown skyline

Here’s some of the new technology going into office buildings

Alex Lange, vice president of strategy and innovation for the National Association of Realtors, this month gave a presentation to CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) Iowa about how advancements in technology are revolutionizing the commercial …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Apr 19, 2023
briowacover

Meet Breanna Horsey

Family: Husband Tim, 10-year-old daughter Amelia, adult stepson Bazyl, dog Vinny, chinchilla Mango 

Education: Bachelor’s in environmental science, graduate degree
in organizational leadership from Buena Vista University 

Hometown: Angleton, Texas, currently lives in Storm Lake…
By Emily Kestel | Apr 14, 2023
Geisler farm2

Family Leader Foundation buys farmland in northeast Polk County

The Family Leader Foundation has purchased a family farm in northeast Polk County and plans to convert a portion of the property into commercial and event space.

The Polk County Board of Supervisors earlier this …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Apr 12, 2023
Golf House Iowa

Construction set to start on Golf House Iowa

Construction is expected to begin next week on Golf House Iowa, which will house the Iowa Golf Association and its programs. The structure will also be home to the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame and …
By Business Record Staff | Apr 12, 2023