Opinion

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Defining innovation in Iowa: The path forward

Over the past decade serving as president of the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI), I’ve witnessed tremendous technological integration across Iowa’s key industries — manufacturing, agriculture, banking, and health care. These sectors haven’t just adapted to new technologies; they’ve leveraged…

Best practices for working with board committees

By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial Unless its bylaws or articles prohibit or limit their…

Information for all small businesses

By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial Have you ever been to the SCORE website at…

The real meaning of influence

By Greg Dardis / Guest Editorial Did you know the word “influence” has an astrological…

Brand determined by customers

By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial When it comes to your company’s brand, have you…

Preparation key to landing Super Bowl

By Greg Dardis / Guest Columnist Minneapolis was considered the underdog when it went up…

Re-imagining school and work

  By Mary Ellen Maske | Guest Editorial When the comprehensive high school was created…

The benefits of a brand new style

By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial What is it about marketers that makes them want…

Exec evaluation should be clear

By Regenia Bailey / Guest Editorial One of the responsibilities of the board is evaluation…

Respect the home office deduction

By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial When historians compile the list of the greatest innovations…

Leading from a distance

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial “If you manage people you don’t see, lead a…

Yes, you need a change of scenery

By Greg Dardis / Guest Editorial It’s a well-known anecdote, but it bears repeating: The…

First strategy, then tactics

By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial Most marketers want solid strategy behind their marketing and…

Improving literacy gap for a healthy future

By Jean Robillard / Guest Editorial We’ve all been there – at the doctor’s office,…

Don’t take cash flow for granted

By Jean Kruse / Guest Editorial Without oil, your car won’t run. Without water, your…

Keys for managing a fast-growing business

By Gale Mote /  Guest Editorial Growth is the goal! Entrepreneurs, joint ventures and new…