Iowa Business Report

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition Oct. 25, 2022         Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on how rising inflation rates mean rising interest rates, as well.

Iowa Business Report Monday Edition Oct. 24, 2022        Heather Boushey of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, discussing the apparent disconnect between the rural and urban economies in the U.S.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:  He calls it "The Super Age"--author and analyst Bradley Schurman talks about changing demographic shifts and what it means for the workforce. The latest Rural Mainstreet Index shows continued lack of confidence in the Midwest economy.   And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll meet Amanda Zhorne of The Palmer Group, a...

Iowa Business Report Friday Edition Oct. 21, 2022       Author Bradley Schurman talks about "The Super Age," demographic shifts that will affect the workforce today and in the future.

Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition Oct. 20, 2022      Bob Rolling of Lake Time Brewery, the only Iowa-based brewery to win a medal at this year's Great American Beer Festival in Colorado.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition Oct. 19, 2022      Tech analyst Jonathan Shroyer with tips to help bosses become leaders.

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition Oct. 18, 2022     Dr. Jared Bernstein of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, highlighting positive data in the September inflation report released last Thursday.

Iowa Business Report Monday Edition Oct. 17, 2022      Financial journalist Jordan Goodman breaks down the September inflation report released last Thursday.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:  Bosses are not automatically leaders. Business development specialist Jonathan Shroyer outlines his five tips to turn good bosses into outstanding leaders. October is Manufacturing Month in Iowa; Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry talks about manufacturing's impact on the state.   And in this week's "Business...

Iowa Business Report Friday Edition Oct. 14, 2022     Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry on topics tied to October being "manufacturing month" in Iowa.

Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition Oct. 13, 2022      Mark Mix of the National Right to Work Committee says proposals to eliminate state "right to work" laws through federal legislative action are based on a false premise.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition Oct. 12, 2022      U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Red Oak) says last Friday's jobs report does not tell the full workforce story.

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition Oct. 11, 2022      Financial journalist Jordan Goodman comments on the British economy, and proposals made by the new prime minister which were not well received.

Iowa Business Report Monday Edition Oct. 10, 2022      Heather Boushey of the White House Council of Economic Advisors highlights key portions of the most recent jobs report released last Friday.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:  Iowa business leaders are still optimistic about the future--just not as optimistic as they were a few months ago. Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council shares data from their new quarterly member survey. Empower Rural Iowa grants were awarded to some 20 communities this week.   And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll meet D...

Iowa Business Report Friday Edition Oct. 07, 2022     Donna O'Brien of Bambinos, a bakery which donates a portion of all sales to a volunteer breast cancer support organization.

Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition Oct. 06, 2022        Heather Marquez of Action COACH Mind Links in the Cedar Valley discusses the pros and cons of pivoting to video-based coaching during COVID and beyond.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition Oct. 05, 2022        Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council about levels of optimism seen in their latest quarterly member survey. 

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition Oct. 04, 2022       Emily Saveraid of the Iowa 4-H Foundation talks about "Iowa 4-H Giving Day" and efforts to help educate future generations of Iowa business leaders.

Iowa Business Report Monday Edition Oct. 03, 2022       Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on the rollercoaster for stocks, bonds and funds as the fourth quarter begins.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:  A $100M grant for creation of the Midwest Climate-Smart Commodity Program will be administered in Iowa. Adam Kiel, managing director of the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund and the Iowa Soybean Association, explains. Iowa's budget surplus triggers a corporate tax reduction.   And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll meet Bob W...

Iowa Business Report Friday Edition Sep. 30, 2022         Bob Wuben of Blooming Prairie Nursery talks about preserving and maintaining productive soils.

Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition Sep. 29, 2022        Adam Kiel of the Soil & Water Outcomes Fund within the Iowa Soybean Association talks about a major grant to provide financial incentives to farmers in Iowa and 11 other states.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition Sep. 28, 2022       Former U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) on "big tech" and its possible impact on rural innovation.

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition Sep. 27, 2022       Financial journalist Jordan Goodman comments on the state of the UK economy in the aftermath of the Queen's passing.