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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.

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Business Record Iowa News Headlines: Episode 21 - Week of March 25-31

BPC Senior Director of Events Stacey Thompson 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 March 25-31. Explore the Emerging Leader MBA Scholarship — a full-ride designed to develop Iowa’s next generation of business leaders. Full ride. Full potential. Learn more and apply here.

9 min
6D AGO

Made In Iowa: Solving the Two Threats Facing America’s Manufacturing Companies

On this episode of Made in Iowa, John Mickelson lays out a hard truth: many of America’s strongest manufacturing and industrial companies face a two-fold threat. First, founders and long-time owners are aging out without clear succession plans. Second, many of these businesses—while profitable—have never been fully operationalized. They’ve grown on grit, relationships, and instinct, but lack the systems, structure, and leadership depth required to thrive in their next chapter. John explains the distinction between venture capital and private equity, emphasizing that his firm isn’t chasing startups. With up to $500 million to invest, they focus on acquiring proven companies and strengthening what’s already working. Out of 700 to 800 businesses reviewed, only five or six make the cut. Once acquired, the work begins—professionalizing operations, installing scalable systems, building leadership infrastructure, and preparing the company for long-term sustainability. This isn’t about quick exits; it’s about disciplined transformation. When asked if he ever wants to keep the companies they acquire, John answered without hesitation: “YES!” But their mandate is clear—deliver strong returns for investors while leaving each company healthier, more valuable, and better positioned for the future. It’s a practical, powerful strategy for preserving America’s industrial backbone while creating measurable growth. Presenting sponsor: Wellmark https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa

41 min
MAR 25

Business Record Iowa News Headlines: Episode 20 - Week of March 18-24

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 March 18-24. Explore the Emerging Leader MBA Scholarship — a full-ride designed to develop Iowa’s next generation of business leaders. Full ride. Full potential. Learn more and apply here.

9 min
MAR 19

Made In Iowa: Turning Grain into Art - The Innovation Behind Aronson Woodworks

In a recent episode of Made in Iowa, Stacey Sime, CEO of LifeServe, shared the remarkable preservation effort behind reclaiming the hardwoods used in their new headquarters. She pointed us directly to the creative force behind that transformation — Megan Aronson of Aronson Woodworks (https://www.aronsonwoodworks.com/). In this episode, Megan joins us in studio alongside her self-proclaimed “greatest asset,” Jon Kallen of Jennings + Kallen Real Estate (https://www.jenningskallen.com/), to talk about what it truly takes to build something extraordinary from the ground up. Together, Megan and Jon unpack the power of relationships, the discipline of surrounding yourself with people smarter than you, and the courage required to scale a dream into a formidable player in the woodworking industry. Aronson’s signature “Claze” process — which isolates and enhances wood grain in a bold, graphic way — is redefining how we see and experience reclaimed hardwoods. This conversation is about craftsmanship, innovation, and the kind of partnership that turns vision into legacy. Presenting sponsor: Wellmark https://wellmark.com/MadeinIowa

44 min
MAR 18

dsm Wealth: Episode 3 - Aligning Investment with Your Values w/Cathy Adams, Chris Cook & Liz Ulrichson

In this month’s episode of the DSM Wealth Podcast, we ask a powerful question: What if your investments could do more than just perform and also reflect what matters most to you? In “Aligning Your Investing With Your Values,” we explore how values-based investing has evolved over the years, and how this type of strategy can enhance your overall portfolio while creating meaningful impact. Joining the conversation are wealth and investment experts Cathy Adams, senior vice president and leader of the Wealth Management team at Community State Bank; Chris Cook, CPA, CFA, partner and chief investment strategist at Gilbert and Cook Private Wealth Management, and Liz Ulrichson, financial adviser and relationship manager at CAPTRUST. Join us to learn how aligning your investments with your values can help you invest with greater purpose and confidence.

34 min
MAR 18

Business Record Iowa News Headlines: Episode 18 - Week of March 11-17

BPC Senior Director of Events Stacey Thompson 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 March 11-17. Explore the Emerging Leader MBA Scholarship — a full-ride designed to develop Iowa’s next generation of business leaders. Full ride. Full potential. Learn more and apply here.

9 min
MAR 18

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.

48 min
MAR 13

Iowa Stops Hunger: Episode 8 - The Farm Crisis

Iowa State University distinguished professor and historian Pamela Riney-Kehrberg joins us once again to discuss the Farm Crisis of the 1980s. American farmers and agricultural communities nationwide — and especially in Iowa — were thrown into economic turmoil after several missteps coalesced into a farming bust. Policies and practices that helped the nation recover continue to shape the agricultural sector today.

27 min

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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.