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Iowa Economy: Around the dinner table - A conversation on Iowa’s restaurant economics

The challenging landscape facing Iowa's restaurant industry is shaped by rising costs, changing consumer habits and razor-thin profit margins. In this episode of the Iowa Economy Podcast, restaurant owners, industry experts, economists and commercial real estate leaders share with host Chris Conetzkey what's driving restaurant openings and closures, how operators are adapting and why restaurants remain an essential part of Iowa's economy and communities. In this episode: • How inflation, labor costs, real estate expenses and changing consumer expectations are reshaping the restaurant business. • Why independent, full-service restaurants face different challenges than quick-service and fine dining establishments. • Trends shaping the future of dining, from takeout and experiential dining to menu innovation, value and evolving consumer preferences. Guests: • Chris Diebel, founding partner of Bubba and local public affairs consultant • Jessica Dunker, president and CEO of Iowa Restaurant Association • Wini Moranville, longtime Des Moines food and restaurant writer, and author of Dining Well in Des Moines newsletter on Substack • Chad Moutray, chief economist and senior vice president of industry, research and knowledge, National Restaurant Association • Bill Wright, senior vice president, CBRE

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1 h 15 min
2 juil.

Made In Iowa: Beyond the Diagnosis - Mary Van Heukelom on Hope, Healing, and Survivorship

On this episode of the Made in Iowa Podcast, Above + Beyond Cancer program director Mary Van Heukelom shares the incredible mission behind an organization that is transforming the cancer journey for survivors and their families. What began with a bold vision has grown into a movement focused on survivorship, wellness, connection, and hope. Through outdoor adventures, wellness programs, and a powerful support network, Above + Beyond Cancer is helping people discover that life after diagnosis can still be filled with purpose, challenge, and joy. Mary discusses the importance of treating the whole person, not just the disease, and explains how the organization creates opportunities for survivors to rebuild confidence physically, emotionally, and mentally. From mountain climbs to community support initiatives, the impact reaches far beyond Iowa and continues to inspire cancer survivors around the world. It’s a conversation about resilience, perspective, and the power of surrounding people with encouragement during some of life’s hardest moments. Presenting sponsor: ⁨‪Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield‬ https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa

2 juil.

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38 min
-23 h

Made In Iowa: How Kreg Found the Sweet Spot Between Price and Performance

On this episode of the Made in Iowa Podcast, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and recorded in the Iowa Everywhere Studio, host Leisa Fox sits down with Jerry Rosenberger of Kreg Tool to explore one of the most ambitious product expansions in the company's history. Known for helping generations of woodworkers build with confidence, Kreg has made a bold move into the power tool market with a complete ecosystem built around its new Ionic Drive battery platform. Jerry shares how the company stayed true to its roots by focusing on the needs of its most loyal customers — passionate DIYers, makers, and weekend warriors who are constantly looking to grow their skills and tackle more advanced projects. The conversation takes listeners behind the curtain of Kreg's product development process, where teams carefully studied the industry's leading competitors, deconstructed products, conducted extensive life-cycle and load testing, and identified opportunities to deliver premium performance at an attainable price point. Jerry explains how thoughtful engineering, intentional design choices, and relentless testing allowed Kreg to create tools that feel professional without carrying a professional-level price tag. It's a fascinating look at innovation, customer obsession, and how an Iowa company is challenging industry giants by putting high-quality solutions into the hands of everyday makers. Presenting sponsor: ⁨‪‪Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield‬ https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa Register for Manufacturing Forecast event: https://www.madeiniowabr.com/manufacturing-forecast-event

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49 min
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Iowa Economy: Around the dinner table - A conversation on Iowa’s restaurant economics

The challenging landscape facing Iowa's restaurant industry is shaped by rising costs, changing consumer habits and razor-thin profit margins. In this episode of the Iowa Economy Podcast, restaurant owners, industry experts, economists and commercial real estate leaders share with host Chris Conetzkey what's driving restaurant openings and closures, how operators are adapting and why restaurants remain an essential part of Iowa's economy and communities. In this episode: • How inflation, labor costs, real estate expenses and changing consumer expectations are reshaping the restaurant business. • Why independent, full-service restaurants face different challenges than quick-service and fine dining establishments. • Trends shaping the future of dining, from takeout and experiential dining to menu innovation, value and evolving consumer preferences. Guests: • Chris Diebel, founding partner of Bubba and local public affairs consultant • Jessica Dunker, president and CEO of Iowa Restaurant Association • Wini Moranville, longtime Des Moines food and restaurant writer, and author of Dining Well in Des Moines newsletter on Substack • Chad Moutray, chief economist and senior vice president of industry, research and knowledge, National Restaurant Association • Bill Wright, senior vice president, CBRE

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1 h 15 min
25 juin

Made In Iowa: Your Processes Are Talking. AI Is Listening.

Leisa Fox recently interviewed Jason Greer with Peel Business Design about the growing role AI is playing in operational efficiency and business optimization. Through the Peel Signal Theory software platform, Greer explained how AI is dramatically accelerating constraint analysis, efficiency identification, and process optimization — helping organizations uncover bottlenecks and opportunities much faster and more economically than traditional approaches. One of the most important themes from the conversation was balance. Greer encouraged businesses to be optimistic about the possibilities AI creates, while also recognizing that not all “AI experts” are equal. His advice was simple: do the smell test first. Look for practical experience, operational understanding, and measurable outcomes rather than hype. Used wisely, AI is becoming a transformational tool for organizations looking to improve performance, scalability, and decision-making. Presenting sponsor: ⁨‪Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa

25 juin

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42 min
18 mars

Fearless: Nasty or nice - When and how women negotiate

When women negotiate they’re often labeled, perhaps called too direct or too soft. How can women gain confidence in negotiating, and what can be done to overcome stereotypes that create barriers for women during negotiation? In this episode of the Fearless podcast, co-hosts LaDrina Wilson and Macey Shofroth talk about negotiation with Cristy Tackett-Hunt, general counsel of Perfusion Solution Inc., and Beth Livingston, the Sheets associate professor of industrial relations at the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business.

18 mars

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48 min
18 juin

dsm Wealth: Episode Six - Modern Age Asset Allocation w/Ed McGill & Dr. Tyler K. Jensen, Ph.D.

On the June DSM Wealth podcast, host Suzanna de Baca explores how investors can navigate today’s uncertain markets in the episode “Where Should I Be Investing Now: Asset Allocation for the Modern Age.” The episode features Ed McGill, co-founder of McGill Junge Wealth Management and Dr. Tyler K. Jensen, associate professor of finance at Iowa State University’s Ivy College of Business. Together, they break down what asset allocation really means, why diversification remains one of the most powerful tools for long-term investing and how investors should think about risk, inflation and portfolio strategy in a rapidly changing economic environment. Listeners will gain practical insights on aligning investments with goals and time horizon, maintaining discipline through market volatility and building resilient portfolios designed to evolve with life’s stages and market conditions.

18 juin

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41 min
7 mai

Made In Iowa: Reinventing the Trades - AI, Apprenticeships, and the Future of Furniture

This episode of Made in Iowa dives into one of the most fascinating intersections in business today: skilled trades, technology, and human resilience. Leisa Fox sits down with Riana LeJeune, who never expected her path would lead from the police academy to becoming an award-winning upholstery innovator, apprenticeship advocate, and technology founder. After an injury forced a major life pivot at age 24, she found purpose in a trade that quickly became an obsession in the best possible way. What followed was the creation of businesses designed not only to preserve craftsmanship, but to modernize and future-proof an overlooked industry through AI, visualization technology, and workforce development. The conversation moves beyond business strategy into leadership, family, and identity. She shares how being AuDHD has shaped the way she approaches innovation, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship, while also opening up about co-parenting and running a business alongside her former spouse—who also happens to be her first apprentice and master craftsman. From launching Iowa’s only Registered Apprenticeship program in upholstery to challenging the culture of “fast furniture” and advocating for a circular furniture economy, this episode is packed with insight about reinvention, unconventional leadership, and why the skilled trades may be one of the biggest opportunities of the next decade. The Made in Iowa podcast, a Des Moines Business Record product presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, from the Iowa Everywhere studio. Presenting sponsor: Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa

7 mai

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32 min
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Episode 35: Week of July 1-7 | Business Record Iowa News Headlines

BPC President Chris Conetzkey and Business Record Editor Sarah Diehn host the weekly recap of statewide news you may have missed in the last week. Stories shared were first reported between July 1-7. Presented by the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University – preparing job-ready talent for businesses and the economy. See why Ivy is ranked the #1 Best College for Business in Iowa: https://www.ivybusiness.iastate.edu/ Learn more about the Snake Alley Film Festival in Burlington https://www.snakealleyfestivaloffilm.com/

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10 min
9 juin

Iowa Economy: Banking on Stability - A Strong Foundation, A Changing Industry

The banking industry, known for valuing stability, has remained well-positioned in Iowa despite various economic headwinds that could tilt it off balance. On this episode of the Iowa Economy Podcast, host Chris Conetzkey talks with two banking leaders — one from Iowa, one national — about maintaining the foundations that keep banks financially strong while progressing and innovating in response to new and changing forces such as new technologies and consolidation trends. In this episode: The industry’s focus on growth through acquisitions and how that influences the future of banking. The state of the agricultural economy and the differences between today’s farm challenges and the 1980s farm crisis. The emerging competition for deposits from fintech companies, brokerage platforms and cryptocurrency-related products. Guests: Daniel Brown, senior director of banking and financial services research, American Bankers Association Adam Gregg, president and CEO, Iowa Bankers Association

9 juin

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1 h 8 min

From business headlines to inspiring stories of courage and community, the BPC Streaming Network brings together Iowa’s most trusted voices. Featuring original video podcast series from Business Record and dsm Magazine, the network celebrates the people, ideas and developments shaping our state's future. Watch, listen and discover what drives Iowa forward.