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In this episode of IDD Health Matters, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with long-time advocate and leader Shelly Chandler to explore a lifetime of service and passion in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). From growing up immersed in the world of special education to running provider agencies and leading the Iowa Association of Community Providers for 17 years, Shelly shares how her personal and professional journey continues to influence better health outcomes for individuals with IDD. Recorded live at the Kansas InterHab Conference, this conversation dives into the challenges of bridging communication gaps between providers, healthcare professionals, and managed care organizations—and why learning to "speak the same language" is essential for improving equity in healthcare. Shelly also offers key advice on building human-centered relationships, listening without assumptions, and staying relentless in the pursuit of opportunity and dignity for every person with IDD.

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionMay 09, 2025    Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry on the impact on business and taxpayers of state Senate File 383, tied to pharmacy benefit manager reform. 

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionApr. 16, 2025       Nicole Crain, president of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry, on the positive outlook expressed by ABI members in the group's new quarterly member survey.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionApr. 09, 2025    Kelsey O'Connor of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry about the opening of this year's "Coolest Thing Made in Iowa" contest, sponsored by Iowa ABI and MidwestOne Bank.

Youth Services Librarian Katie Dreyer and Rebecca Ausman with the Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children discusses the Week of the Young Child, which kicks off Saturday at the Pella Public Library. Learn more here.

Lifting the Cloud: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and the Treatment of Major DepressionThis episode provides an in-depth exploration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and its impact on psychiatric disorders.  TMS has demonstrated effectiveness in numerous clinical trials and serves as a valuable adjunct to traditional therapy. Designed for clinicians and mental health professionals and those they serve, this podcast offers insights into:Identifying appropriate patient populations for TMS therapy.  Understanding the TMS treatment process from start to finish.  Exploring the role of neuromodulation in reshaping brain function for long-term improvement.  Reviewing clinical outcome data supporting TMS in the treatment of major depressive disorder.  Gain a deeper understanding of how TMS and neuromodulation techniques are advancing the field of functional neuropsychiatry and providing new hope for patients. Objectives: Identify appropriate patient populations for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment of psychiatric disorders.Describe the treatment process of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. Describe possible adverse events associated with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.Explain how neuromodulation techniques impact long-term changes in brain network functioning.Discuss clinical outcome data for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. Guests: Dr. Henry Emerle, MDDr. Rich Whitaker, PhDBios: Dr. Rich Whitaker began his career in the Quad Cities in 1994 as a doctoral intern at the historic Marriage and Family Counseling Service in Rock Island, Illinois as part of his Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University. Since that pivotal year, Dr. Whitaker has pursued a career in community mental health, providing services, supervision, and executive administration at community mental health centers in Grand Island, Nebraska (9 years as COO) and Jasper, Indiana (12 years as CFO). Since January 2017, Rich has served as the CEO of Vera French Community Mental Health Center in Davenport, Iowa.  In addition to serving as a Director of Region 7 on the Board of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Dr. Whitaker also serves as a Government Relations Committee member for the Iowa Association of Community Providers, as a Board member of Churches United in the Quad Cities, and as a member of the Eastern Iowa MHDS Regional Advisory Committee.Rich and Miriam are the parents of 3 daughters and one son and the proud grandparents of a growing number of highly intelligent and multi-talented grandchildren. In his spare time, Rich enjoys family time, all types of sports and exercise, singing with the Quad City Singers, and service in the church and community.Henry Emerle, MD completed his medical school training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign, IL.  He completed Psychiatry Residency training as well as Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship training at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. He is the Medical Director at Vera French Community Mental Health Center.   He enjoys spending time with his family exploring the many charming towns in Iowa along the Mississippi River. References: Cash RFH, Cocchi L, Lv J, Fitzgerald PB, Zalesky A. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Personalization of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment for Depression. JAMA Psychiatry. 2021;78(3):337–339. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2020.3794Jannati, A., Oberman, L.M., Rotenberg, A. et al. Assessing the mechanisms of brain plasticity by transcranial magnetic stimulation. Neuropsychopharmacol. 48, 191–208 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41386-022-01453-8Pitcher, D., Parkin, B., & Walsh, V. (2021). Transcranial magnetic stimulation and the understanding of behavior. Annual Review of Psychology, 72, 97-121. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-psych-081120-013144Sequenced Treatment Alternatives to Relieve Depression (STAR*D) Study (n.d.) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/funding/clinical-research/practical/stard

In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Tim Semelroth discuss:Scaling a law firm effectively while maintaining quality and cultureThe importance of consistent client engagement to foster trust and loyaltyLeveraging specialization to establish authority and attract niche casesUsing systems and processes to improve law firm management and branding Key Takeaways:Building and maintaining a professional network early in one's career avoids missed opportunities for referrals and growth.Specializing in a niche like truck accident cases and gaining certifications boosts credibility and competitive edge.Consistent outreach, like birthday cards, newsletters, and holiday greetings, keeps clients and referral sources engaged.Incentivizing handwritten thank-you notes fosters appreciation, strengthening relationships and driving loyalty and referrals. "The reality is that most people are getting fewer than five birthday cards now, and so if you can be one of those people, they're never going to forget you, no matter how big the billboard is that the 800-pound gorilla buys." —  Tim Semelroth Got a challenge growing your law practice? Email me at steve@fretzin.com with your toughest question, and I'll answer it live on the show—anonymously, just using your first name! Thank you to our Sponsors!Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/Rainmakers Roundtable: https://www.fretzin.com/lawyer-coaching-and-training/peer-advisory-groups/ Episode References: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande: https://www.amazon.com/Checklist-Manifesto-How-Things-Right/dp/0312430000 About Tim Semelroth: Tim Semelroth, a personal injury attorney with 25+ years of experience, has helped hundreds of Iowans affected by injury or death due to negligence. He is Iowa's first board-certified trucking accident attorney by the NBTA and among the first 50 in the U.S. to earn this title. A former president of the Iowa chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Iowa Association for Justice, Tim also serves on the Iowa State Committee of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He is a faculty at the Trial Lawyers College and a Board of Regents member for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. Connect with Tim Semelroth:  Website: https://fightingforfairness.com/Email: tsemelroth@fightingforfairness.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsemelroth/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/rsh-legal/Twitter: https://x.com/rshlegalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RSHLegalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rshlegal/ Connect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911  Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

MORE THAN MORE | Meet the dynamic husband-wife duo of Kurt and Kristin Polley, top agents and advocates for their community in Marshalltown. Kristin recounts her journey from teaching and retail to real estate agent, starting first as a buyer's agent working on the team of a top agent all the way to becoming a top agent herself. Travis, Kristin and Kurt also discuss the Polleys' resilience during the 2008 housing crisis, their ventures in new construction and community development and their deep commitment to their community, highlighted by initiatives like 'Ruckus in the Roundhouse' and post-tornado revitalization efforts. They delve into their decision to join CENTURY 21 to enhance their business infrastructure and capability, and Kristen's evolving role in state-level real estate leadership, culminating in her being named the IAR Realtor of the Year. They also reflect on the challenge of balancing their professional and family lives through meticulous planning and a shared passion for travel and community engagement. Speakers: Travis Bushaw, Director of Sales Kristin Polley, top agent and broker in Marshalltown, IA Kurt Polley, agent in Marshalltown, IA Kristin Polley has been a licensed real estate agent since 2000 and serves the Marshalltown area. She is a top agent in the state and leads the Polley Real Estate Team. Kristin is also the transaction broker for the C21SRE office in Marshalltown. She holds a leadership role with the Iowa Association of REALTORS® and was the IAR 2024 REALTOR® of the Year. Kurt Polley has been a licensed real estate agent since 2013. He is also a member of the Polley Real Estate team and serves buyers and sellers throughout Marshalltown and surrounding communities. ----- Subscribe to the More Than More Podcast for new weekly episodes as we discuss building meaningful and impactful businesses, careers, and lives through real estate. Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube  

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionJan. 10, 2025        Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on items the Iowa legislature should consider this session from a business perspective. 

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionDec. 27, 2024       Nicole Crain, president of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, with data from the group's new quarterly member survey for the first part of 2025. 

THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents As a personal injury attorney for over 25 years, Tim Semelroth has represented hundreds of Iowans dealing with death or injury due to negligence. He is the first Iowa attorney board-certified in trucking accident law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and among the first fifty attorneys in the United States to achieve this designation by the NBTA. Tim is a former president for the Iowa chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, former president of the Iowa Association for Justice, and served as a member in several sections for the American Association for Justice. He currently serves as faculty for the Trial Lawyers College and is on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsemelroth/ https://www.fightingforfairness.com https://www.facebook.com/RSHLegal BUY TICKETS TO THE VIBE ROOM https://www.eventcreate.com/e/the-vibe-room-november-9 BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠  BUY BLING ⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠  SUPPORT HIGH FIVES FOUNDATION ⁠https://highfivesfoundation.org/⁠  EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-cardenas/support

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionOct. 17, 2024    Iowa Association of Business and Industry President Mike Ralston shares the key concerns of members responding to the group's quarterly survey.

Dr. Ulrich earned his Associate of Arts degree from Iowa Central before pursing his Bachelor of Arts degree from Buena Vista University. He continued his education at Iowa State University (ISU) and obtained his Master's of Education Degree in Educational Leadership.  He then earned his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at ISU. Additionally, Dr. Ulrich holds a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Administration (Superintendent Licensure) from Iowa State University. Dr. Ulrich has served as Superintendent of Schools for Fort Dodge, AHSTW (Avoca, IA), and Graettinger-Terril Community School Districts. His collaborative and relational leadership, along with his consensus-building skills, were the catalyst to leading over $20 million dollars of capital projects and three successful public referendums.  Thriving on innovation and a drive to elevate student academic excellence, Dr. Ulrich leveraged his ability to instill trust and worked with stakeholders and the Fort Dodge School Board to implement a grade realignment to improve the systematic approach to teaching and learning.  Through effective consensus building, communication and building a community coalition of support, he led the AHSTW district in developing a long-range facility plan to meet the growing population of students within the district as well as leading the districts through a whole-grade sharing agreement.  Prior to his Superintendent roles, he served as Principal at Graettinger-Terril Community School District from July 2009 through June 2013.  At Dallas Center-Grimes he held the positions of Student Services Coordinator, 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher, and High School Social Science Teacher. Since August 2019, he has been an adjunct instructor at Northwestern College in Orange City, IA.  Dr. Ulrich inspires his passion for teaching, learning, and leadership into his students.  Being an instructor at a higher education institution provides him perspective on how decisions impact the classroom and to effectively educate students. Passionate about community involvement, Dr. Ulrich is a member of Rotary International Club and a Board of Director for the NAACP in Fort Dodge. Dr. Ulrich also serves on Advisory Boards for both Buena Vista University and Iowa State University to provide feedback on the preparedness of their future teachers.  His work with the School Administrators of Iowa has been extensive including currently serving as a member of the Legislative Advocacy Committee, serving on their Executive Committee from 2016-2018, and serving as the District 3 President in 2011. Dr. Ulrich was selected for and recently completed the Iowa Association of Business and Industry's yearlong  Leadership Iowa program and currently sits on the Statewide Advisory Board for SBDC.  

Iowa Business Report Tuesday EditionSep. 24, 2024  Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, which hosts the annual Iowa Manufacturing Conference in Ankeny on October 2. 

In this episode of SPAAR's Better and Better Podcast, we sit down with Gabe Walsh, the new CEO of the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®. Gabe, who stepped into his role on July 1, 2024, brings a wealth of experience and a member-driven focus to the SPAAR. Join us as Gabe shares his journey from his previous roles as General Counsel for the Iowa Association of REALTORS® and CEO of the Lake Superior Area REALTORS®, and what drew him to SPAAR.

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionAug. 23, 2024         Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on some of the challenges--and opportunities--facing Iowa manufacturers.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Robert Bork, Jr., of the Antitrust Education Project discusses the federal government's action to investigation antitrust violations in the agriculture industry.Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry shares information from the group's latest quarterly member survey. And in this week's "Business Profile", you'll meet Chelsea Lerud, executive director of Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP).For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link.    Support for the Iowa Business Report radio program and podcast comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org.        

Iowa Business Report Monday EditionJul. 15, 2024     J.D. Davis of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on the role of trade groups in assisting public policy discussions.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionJul. 10, 2024       Iowa Association of Business and Industry president Mike Ralston on the group's new quarterly member survey, showing stability--which leads to optimism.

Iowa Association of Business and Industry Marketing and Communications Director Kelsey O’Connor discusses the 2024 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition and the Vermeer self propelled baler that won the contest.

Today our guest is Chad Elsberry, Assistant Director of the Iowa High School Athletic Association and & Co-Executive Director of the Iowa Association of Student Councils. We talk with Chad to about the crucial role of student leadership in high schools. Chad shares how fostering leadership skills in students today can shape their futures and impact the broader community. He highlights the significant influence that student councils have on the culture and climate of schools, enhancing the high school experience for everyone. Additionally, Chad emphasizes the need for school administrations to empower students intentionally to cultivate effective leadership. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Join us at the 2024 CharacterStrong National Conference Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website Chad Elsberry, Iowa High School Athletic Association Assistant Director, has worked in sport administration and education fields for more than 25 years. Prior to his work with the IHSAA, he was an editor, writer, and photographer for several newspapers. He has also worked with students as an adjunct faculty member through Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC), teaching in the areas of business, marketing, and visual communications. As part of the IHSAA, he has presented at the NFHS National Conference on the issues of sportsmanship and leadership. He is a member of the National Association of Workshop Directors (NAWD) and has been trained in the Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) curriculum and Coaching Boys into Men (CBIM). Elsberry also serves as Co-Executive Director of the Iowa Association of Student Councils. Other areas of responsibility at the IHSAA include sponsorships, sport administration, technology, and student educational services.   

Iowa Business Report Monday EditionJun. 03, 2024      Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on the group's annual convention to be held in Davenport this week.

Iowa Business Report Tuesday EditionMay 28, 2024         Brad Hartkopf of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on efforts made by state officials to address child care issues in the workplace. 

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Two Eastern Iowa universities have partnered on a unique course sharing plan; presidents Amy Novak of St. Ambrose University and Todd Olson of Mt. Mercy University describe the arrangement.Amazon is offering a quarter-million dollars of grants to small businesses across the U.S. And in this week's "Business Profile",  you'll hear about how the Iowa Association of Business and Industry works to help its member businesses across the state.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link.    Support for the Iowa Business Report radio program and podcast comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org.      

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionMay 16, 2024        Meg Schneider of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on why businesses should belong to a broad-based organization like ABI, in addition to genre-specific groups. 

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionApril 11, 2024    Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry notes a few items for the Iowa legislature to take action on before adjournment later this month.

Knoxville Police Chief Aaron Fuller discusses his panel discussion regarding homelessness in Iowa at the Iowa Association of Counties Spring Conference and updates within the department.

Manufacturing is a complex industry with so many moving parts. It can be difficult to create the appropriate margin within the workday to look up and out. The issues are equally complex, touching multiple industries and with diverse needs across different manufacturing sectors, involving everything from “right to work,”  workers' compensation and unemployment compensation laws to R&D tax credits, DNR regulations and the post-Covid supply chain.  Nicole Crain, Executive Vice President with Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI), has been working hard to preserve Iowa's robust and competitive manufacturing economy for over 15 years. She joins host Leisa Fox for this episode to spend time talking about this year's legislative session, Iowa's competitive alternative fuel position, and fostering a dynamic network of connected manufacturing leaders, as well as nominations opening in search of the new “Coolest Thing Made in Iowa.” Hear the full show:  https://iowapodcast.com/nicole-crain-manufacturing

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionMarch 21, 2024       Kelsey O'Connor of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry on the upcoming "Coolest Thing Made in Iowa" competition. 

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionNovember 03, 2023    J.D. Davis, vice president for public policy at the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, on the cost of federal regulation to Iowa manufacturers. 

Iowa Business Report Monday EditionOctober 16, 2023     Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry talks about Iowa's shrinking corporate income tax rate--due to expanding business revenue.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionOctober 11, 2023    Iowa Association of Business & Industry president Mike Ralston outlines the key areas of study that make up the group's quarterly member survey assessing optimism levels for business in the state.

We are so fortunate to have Jen Stanbrough, broker at REMAX Precision, team leader and Realtor safety advocate on the show this episode! Jen is involved as current President & in many other roles for the Des Moines Area Association of Realtors, the Iowa Association of Realtors & the National Association of Realtors. Her passion for Realtor Safety following the death of her friend, Ashley Okland, has led to her role as a national speaker. Her passion for Realtor safety is evident with her involvement in the Beverly Carter Foundation whose mission is that every real estate agent goes home safe every day. This is a mission Hustle Humbly is happy to get behind and we were thrilled to make a donation to the Beverly Carter Foundation on behalf of our listeners recently. DO NOT miss this important episode where you will learn practical tips and advice for running your real estate business professionally, so you return home safe every day. You can find Jen on social media @jenstanbroughrealestate and at her website jenstanbroughrealestate.com. If you'd like to learn more about the Beverly Carter Foundation visit beverlycarterfoundation.org.    NAR Safety Pledge NAR Safety Toolkit for Associations   Leave us a review at ratethispodcast.com/hustlehumbly Get your FREE Database Template  Email Templates 101: emailtemplates101.com Agent Systems 101: agentsystems101.com All Resources: hustlehumblypodcast.com Submit your topic ideas and toasts to hello@hustlehumblypodcast.com.

Employee Voter Registration Week starts on Monday, September 18th, and if you are on a mission to increase the number of registered eligible private-sector voters hit play. We're joined by Kim Durcho, Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff at BIPAC and Nicole Crain, the Executive Vice President for the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, for a conversation about the Employee Voter Registration resources available to everyone listening to the #1 PAC Podcast in America.

Welcome to the weekend!This is Stephen Colbert from the Gazette Digital News Desk, and I'm here with your update for Saturday, August 19th, and Sunday, August 20th, 2023.According to the National Weather Service, temperatures on Saturday will be sunny, with a high near 92, cooling to a low around 71 Saturday evening.Sunday will be sunny and hot with a high of 98. Sunday night will be partly cloudy, with a low around 72.Education savings accounts a ‘catalyst' for new private schools, according to an administrator It's likely more private schools will be opening in Iowa in the coming years, a private school administrator said Friday.The education savings accounts program passed by Republican lawmakers and Gov. Kim Reynolds this year created an opportunity for new private schools to start up across the state, Josh Bowar, the head of Sioux Center Christian School and the interim outreach coordinator for the Iowa Association of Christian Schools, said during the taping of this weekend's episode of “Iowa Press” on Iowa PBS.He said his organization has been in touch with at least 20 groups who are looking to open new Christian schools in the coming years because education savings accounts — valued at $7,600 per student for the coming school year — have increased the potential for the schools to attract students.More than 18,000 Iowa students were approved for the coming school year for the savings accounts to attend private school. About 60 percent of those students already attend private school, while about 40 percent are coming from public schools.Cedar Rapids man sentenced for role in Jan. 6 insurrectionA Cedar Rapids man was sentenced Friday to 30 months in prison for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.Leo Christopher Kelly, 37, was sentenced Friday in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., on seven offenses, including obstruction of an official proceeding, a felony, and six misdemeanors.According to court documents and evidence presented during Kelly's May trial, Kelly was one of the few rioters who breached the Senate Chamber. While there, Kelly ascended the Senate Dais, leafed through sensitive documents and took photos of them, the DOJ reported.Judge Royce C. Lamberth sentenced Kelly to 30 months in prison, followed by 36 months of supervised release. Kelly must pay $7,000 in restitution and fines.In the 31 months since Jan. 6, 2021, more than 1,100 people have been arrested in nearly all 50 states for crimes related to the breach of the U.S. Capitol.Marion traffic cameras now working at 2 intersections Traffic cameras at two intersections in Marion have been installed and officially went live Friday for a 30-day warning period, according to a news release from the city of Marion.The cameras are at the intersection of Highway 100 and East Post Road and the intersection of Highways 13 and 151.The original goal was to have them up and running by July 1, but the city hit a delay with permitting on signage for the cameras, according to the police department.Drivers caught on camera going more than 11 mph over the speed limit or running a red light will receive a warning in the mail for the first 30 days the cameras are live.After that, violations will result in a citation mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.Have a good weekend, everyone.

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionJuly 06, 2023      Mike Ralston, president of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, with highlights from their new quarterly member survey released yesterday (July 05).

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has issued an air quality advisory for the entire state through Wednesday because of Canadian wildfires. Tens of thousands of Iowans will be traveling for holiday road trips. Plus, the Iowa Association of Realtors report shows some improvement in the availability of homes in May.

Iowa Business Report Friday EditionJune 16, 2023  Kim Augspurger, chair of the board of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry, on the mood of Iowa businesses heading into the last half of 2023.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionJune 14, 2023         Mike Ralston, president of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry, which will welcome more than 500 attendees to its annual "Taking Care of Business Conference" in Cedar Rapids this week.

On this week's episode, Jeff speaks with Director of Professional Development at the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health, Dr. Kari Vogelgesang. Dr. Kari Vogelgesang is a Clinical Associate Professor of Elementary Education. She also serves as the Director of Professional Development for the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health and the Baker Teacher Leader Center. Dr. Vogelgesang began her career in education as an elementary classroom teacher. In 2015 she graduated from the University of Iowa with her Ph.D. in special education and her area of focus in social, emotional, and behavioral disorders in school-aged children. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in social, emotional, and behavioral interventions for the classroom teacher; characteristics of disabilities; individuals with exceptional needs; and introduction to IEP's, professional practice, and educational technology. Over the last 10 years, Dr. Vogelgesang has focused much of her work on partnering with school districts across the country to develop evidence-based, meaningful, and accessible teacher professional development opportunities. Some of this work has been highlighted through professional organizations such as the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, the National Education Association, and the Iowa Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Dr. Vogelgesang has also been a member of numerous research projects focusing on best practice teacher professional development implementation, and evidence-based social, emotional, behavioral interventions for students with challenging behaviors. Publications of this research can be found in numerous peer-reviewed journals and has been presented at national and international professional organization conferences. More Information on the Scanlan Center: https://scsmh.education.uiowa.edu/ #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #education #mentalhealthawareness #podcast #conversation

The second annual Iowa Energy Trends Workshop will be held in West Des Moines on Thursday, May 4, sponsored by the Iowa Waste Reduction Center, the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency, and the University of Northern Iowa. Robert Bryce is a journalist and author who will serve as keynote speaker for the event; he spoke with Jeff Stein of the Iowa Business Report about the topic via ZOOM on April 17, 2023.   Presented by Advance Iowa, on line at advanceiowa.com; search for "Advance Iowa" on LinkedIn and Facebook, as well. Additional support comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. 

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionApr. 05, 2023    Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry with information on their new quarterly member survey.

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: The seventh "Iowa Rural Summit" will be held in April; Iowa Rural Development Council executive director Bill Menner talks about the event and what it does to help rural areas in our state.The latest quarterly member survey from the Iowa Association of Business & Industry is out, and Iowa ABI president Mike Ralston says capital expenditures are expected to be strong. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll introduce you to Pattison Sand Company of Garnavillo.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link.    Presented by Advance Iowa, on line at advanceiowa.com; search for "Advance Iowa" on LinkedIn and Facebook, as well.Additional support comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org.         

Listen in as Dylan talks with Nick Polum, a Cedar Rapids-based agent, about his transition to CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate and his involvement with the Iowa Association of REALTORS®. In this episode, they discuss Nick's start in real estate, managing client relations, and the benefits of being involved in local real estate groups.   Success leaves clues, so join us as we follow along with successful real estate agents as they share insight into how they run their businesses. 

The outlook for Iowa businesses during the first quarter of the new year 2023 is positive, especially in terms of expected income. That's according to the latest quarterly survey of members of the Iowa Association of Business & Industry. Mike Ralston, president of Iowa ABI, spoke with Jeff Stein of the Iowa Business Report about the survey results via ZOOM on December 20, 2022.   Presented by Advance Iowa, on line at advanceiowa.com; search for "Advance Iowa" on LinkedIn and Facebook, as well. Additional support comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. 

On this edition of the Iowa Business Report: Iowa businesses are optimistic entering the first quarter of 2023; Iowa Association of Business & Industry president Mike Ralston shares data from the group's new quarterly member survey.Some tips for retooling time management and other techniques in the new year. And in this week's "Business Profile", we'll reintroduce you to Mary Vermeer Andringa of Vermeer Corporation of Pella, which this month announced plans to expand manufacturing into the Des Moines areas.For more, go to totallyiowa.com and click on the "radio programs" link.    Presented by Advance Iowa, on line at advanceiowa.com; search for "Advance Iowa" on LinkedIn and Facebook, as well.Additional support comes from the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org.  

Matt Buley is CEO of Hope Haven. He is an executive in the social sector with a track record of propelling organizations toward their vision. A warm, energetic, and motivating leader, he drives healthy and effective work culture. Matt has navigated organizations through expansive growth and acquisitions, divisional and senior leadership restructuring, and financial turn-arounds. As CEO of Hope Haven, he has strategic and P&L responsibility for a $50 million budget and leads a staff team of 750. Matt was a lead advocate for legislation during the 111th US Congress that keeps siblings together in adoption and has raised millions of dollars for programmatic and capital projects. He previously managed $370 million per year for Best Buy when the company jumped nearly 100 spots in the Fortune 500. Matt was named the 2022 Executive of the Year by the Iowa Association of Community Providers. Matt holds a Master of Public Affairs from the University of Minnesota, and a Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude, in English and Speech Communication from Saint Cloud State University. Matt married his college sweetheart, Theresa, and they have four children. His hobbies include reading, fitness, and finding his way outside with the family and their two dogs. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: Extraverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Judging (ENTJ) Clifton StrengthsFinder: Futuristic, Ideation, Learner, Belief, Relator DiSC Profile: iD

Lisa's next guest has so many amazing contributions to the field of play therapy. Terry Kottman is the founder of Adlerian Play Therapy and the League of Extraordinary Adlerian Play Therapists. She is an unbelievably fun and engaging presenter and author who teaches around the world and writes about so many different aspects of play therapy. In 2014, she was granted a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Play Therapy; in 2017, she was given a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Iowa Association for Play Therapy; and in 2020, she received a third Lifetime Achievement Award from the North American Society for Adlerian Psychology (…she seems to be collecting them). In this episode, Terry will take you into the world of Adlerian Therapy and share how she developed Adlerian Play Therapy. You'll also learn: How to bring more of YOU into your client's sessions; How to custom-design your sessions to meet your client's unique needs; How to enhance your client's insight into themselves and what it means to “spit in the client's soup;” How to navigate the client's process when phases of the therapeutic work are not discrete; and How to attune not just to your client, but to their entire treatment process (a meta-attunement of sorts). Listen to the brilliant words of Terry Kottman and feel inspired and jazzed about play therapy and the work you're doing with your clients.

Nancy Blow - Executive Director of the Iowa Association of School Business Officials - was this week's guest. 

Travis Bushaw is the NE Iowa Regional Director for C21SRE and offers a wealth of knowledge and insight about the real estate industry as part of the Iowa Association of REALTORS' leadership team and the future IAR president (in 2025).   In this episode, Travis shares his thoughts on the state of the industry and our local MLS associations and offers thoughts about the likelihood of a statewide MLS and its pros and cons. Also discussed in this episode: the pending NAR lawsuit with the Department of Justice, agent wellness, diversity and inclusion in real estate, the makeup of a successful real estate agent/company, effective leadership, and why the real estate industry is worth investing our collective efforts into.