The former University of Commerce building in Highland Park could be converted into apartments and retail space. The Des Moines City Council will consider incentives Monday for the project, estimated to cost $5.8 million. businessrecord.com/old-unive…

Business Publications Corp., publisher of the Business Record and dsm Magazine, is seeking a VP of Strategic Finance for a newly created role that combines strategic financial leadership with hands-on execution to support our growing business. Apply here: business-publications-corp.p…

On the Iowa Stops Hunger Podcast, presented by @HyVee, Drake’s Student Food Security Lead Kira Schall shares how the university is connecting students with Impact, a neighborhood food pantry, to increase awareness of food resources. Watch the episode: businessrecord.com/iowa-stop…

In the latest episode of On the Move, Bob Baxter, president and CEO of @MercyOne_Iowa, discusses why workforce development is a priority, including efforts to build talent pipelines, provide training and create internship opportunities. Watch the episode: businessrecord.com/on-the-mo…

Nuclear energy is being framed as an economic development strategy with states competing to attract nuclear-related investment. In Iowa, manufacturers and construction-related businesses could join the national nuclear supply chain. Read more: businessrecord.com/nuclear-e…

Catch Des Moines highlighted the region’s tourism success during its annual celebration, including $93 million in economic impact from events secured last year and another $102.5 million expected from future bookings. Read more: businessrecord.com/catch-des…

Building activity in Grimes is reaching new highs as residential and commercial development continues. The city has issued 359 building permits through Oct. 1, surpassing its previous annual record by 32%. businessrecord.com/grimes-gr…

On the Made in Iowa Podcast, presented by @WellmarkBCBS and hosted by Leisa Fox, Mike Lloyd of @ALUMA_TRAILERS explains how the use of aluminum became an advantage for the company. Stream new episodes of Made in Iowa presented by Wellmark every Thursday. businessrecord.com/made-in-i…

Angie Currie, the Iowa market president for Commerce Bank, wants us to do more things that make us uncomfortable. Hear her full remarks at the Business Record’s 2026 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes event at businessrecord.com/90-ideas-….

Willis Automotive is entering a new chapter as Chairman Rich Willis prepares to retire and sell the company to current CEO Jason Willis and Collin Sewell of the Sewell Family of Companies. businessrecord.com/willis-au…

Maria Corona, CEO of Violence Free Iowa: The Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, joined the Fearless podcast for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and discussed how advocates are working toward a violence-free state. Watch episodes monthly: businessrecord.com/fearless-…

Maanya Pandey, founder and president of Love For Red, will be a speaker at this year's Power of Fearless event. The Power of Fearless event will be held from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Krause Gateway Center. Register for the event: fearlessbr.com/power-of-fear…

The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s annual Regional Summit brought together business and community leaders to explore ideas, partnerships and trends that are shaping Central Iowa’s future. Read the takeaways from the event: businessrecord.com/regional-…

As AI takes on a larger role in business decisions, leaders must be clear about who has final authority over decisions. Read more in Suzanna de Baca's On Leadership: businessrecord.com/on-leader…

Join the Business Record on Oct. 29 for the third Power Breakfast event, The AI Question: Executive decisions that come before the technology. We will explore how to identify problems worth solving, define business goals and assess readiness to adopt AI. eventbrite.com/e/2026-power-…

Your essential weekly briefing on the latest Iowa business news is here. Stream the latest episode of the Business Record Iowa News Headlines Podcast, presented by @IvyIowaState now: ow.ly/r2wK50ZXxFO

On the Iowa Economy Podcast, Eugenio Alemán of @RaymondJames explained why businesses faced with uncertainty tend to freeze hiring and why uncertainty is rising. Understand what’s happening now and what’s next for Iowa’s economy — stream episodes at businessrecord.com/iowa-econ….

A group of local community leaders are submitting a proposal to the city today proposing transforming the former Des Moines City Hall and building a new theater to create a downtown performing arts hub. Read the full story: businessrecord.com/nonprofit…

The best leaders help others recognize their own potential. Suzanna de Baca explores the importance of leaders identifying others' strengths in this week's Leading Fearlessly: fearlessbr.com/the-gift-of-b…

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill Oct. 2 that expands the Major Economic Growth Attraction (MEGA) program, paving the way for a tax incentive for Mesabi Metallics to construct a steel plant in Lee County.businessrecord.com/iowa-gove…