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Last chance to register for the Made in Iowa: 2026 Manufacturing Forecast The stories of adaptation in Iowa manufacturing As Iowa manufacturers confront evolving economic dynamics and technological growth, a successful future relies on adaptation in all aspects of the organization. Panelists: Daniel Doderer, economist and senior consultant, ITR Economics Brad Jungling, vice president of operations, LDJ Manufacturing Inc. Lori Mason, president, Seneca Foundry Co. Ton Stam, co-founder, Chocolaterie Stam https://ow.ly/RVxn50ZveIm

At the 2026 Innovation Iowa Unveiling and Connection Event, Paula Kueter, director of the Larry and Joan Arnold Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development at Morningside University, discusses why she believes collaboration is key to strengthening Iowa's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Watch now to hear her perspective on why putting Iowa's success above individual success can help drive innovation across the state: https://lnkd.in/gY8FduNc

In the latest episode of On the Move, Chris Conetzkey spoke with Iowa State University President David Cook, who began his tenure as the 17th president of the university in March. Learn about Iowa State's connection to the business community, President Cook's approach to leadership and more by watching now: https://lnkd.in/gDUpCw_X #OntheMove #IowaStateUniversity #BusinessRecord #PresidentCook #BusinessLeadersYouShouldKnow

Some of the 2026 Forty Under 40 members shared their advice for success in career advancement and community involvement. https://lnkd.in/dTwU37V

Small businesses in Iowa are working to navigate integrating AI into their operations. Small businesses don’t typically have the CIOs and CTOs leading the charge at larger companies to scale use of the new technologies and tools offered by AI. So they are doing it their own way, sometimes with the help of consultants, classes, or simply by testing and learning. https://lnkd.in/evwESR4f

Meet Josh Woodvine, chief distribution officer for Sammons Financial Group and a member of our 2026 class of Forty Under 40. What’s one decision Josh made early in his career that had an outsized impact? "I was given advice early in my career to say yes to as many opportunities professionally as I could. This ended up allowing me to be exposed to many people and events. These relationships and experiences were and continue to be extremely impactful in my personal and professional life." Learn more about Josh in his Forty Under 40 profile: https://lnkd.in/guzxX52f

Congratulations to these folks who are On the Move! Make sure to connect via LinkedIn and take a second to help us celebrate their promotions, job changes, awards and other accomplishments. Find details about everyone who is on the move this week at https://lnkd.in/gDHnzTAF Want to feature your employees in the Business Record’s free On the Move section? Submit your employees at https://lnkd.in/gCDehACK This week we congratulate: Tanner Sprouse, CFP®, Kevin McLean, Krista McDonald, Brody Egger Caleb Burns, Colin Campbell, Mason Lorber, M.A., Josh Holst

ONE WEEK LEFT to nominate for the 2026 Dentons Davis Brown HR Professional of the Year award. The award is designed to highlight an outstanding HR professional from Central Iowa for their professional accomplishments and community engagement. The award will be presented on Oct. 1 at our 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes event. Submission deadline is Friday, Aug. 7. Submit a nomination: https://lnkd.in/g4Dd85v5

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Dan McNutt, senior director of warehouse operations at Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company, joined the Made In Iowa Podcast, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and hosted by Leisa Fox, to discuss the company’s warehouse transformations that have led to a stronger operation. McNutt emphasized the importance of employees being punctual, reliable and able to get the job done right. Stream new episodes of Made in Iowa presented by Wellmark every Thursday. https://lnkd.in/ghex3zrP  Be sure to sign up for our Business Record Daily newsletter to stay in the know about Iowa business. https://lnkd.in/g7fZi4zw