More Bills Signed Into Law
Gov. Reynolds is continuing to review and sign legislation into law following the adjournment of the 2019 legislative session. The governor has already put her signature on numerous bills approved by the legislature, and this week she approved two bills that ABI had been following closely during the session. On Wednesday, Gov. Reynolds signed
SF 563
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SF 638
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ABI Amicus Supported Recent Positive Supreme Court Ruling
Last summer, ABI submitted an amicus brief to the Supreme Court in Clark v. Insurance Company of the State of Pennsylvania. The case dealt with the constitutionality of Iowa Code Chapter 517.5 as it relates to immunity of liability in workplace inspections and how that correlates with workers’ compensation.
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ABI Environment Committee to Meet on May 30
The ABI Environment Committee will meet on Thursday, May 30 in Des Moines. The meeting will include several updates on regulatory issues ABI is working on on behalf of members in the water quality and air quality areas. In addition, there will be a legislative update regarding air construction permit fees and information regarding recent discussions with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. For more details or to RSVP for the meeting, please contact
Michelle Vollstedt
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Candidates Talk Policy–What to Know about the 2020 Caucuses
Iowans are used to the flood of candidates prior to the caucuses every four years. As voters and business leaders, it’s vital to understand the effects of candidates’ specific policy proposals on your business. Just this week, presidential hopeful Beto O'Rourke
supported
a “federal fair share law” while speaking in Des Moines.
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DNR Accepting Comment on Proposed Rules and Reports
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) sent out several notices to stakeholders this week regarding proposed rules and reports. One report relates to the sulfur dioxide (SO2) data requirements rule. According to the DNR, the rule requires an annual assessment of recent SO2 emissions in any area where air quality modeling of actual emissions provided the basis for designating the area attainment for the 2010 one-hour SO2 national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS).
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The Conference Countdown is On
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The 2019 Taking Care of Business Conference is just weeks away. Strengthen your leadership team in Ames on June 4-6. With world-class speakers, unrivaled networking and valuable learning opportunities, this is
the
conference you can't afford to miss. Save $100 when you
register
by May 17.
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10 Things to Consider Before Using Video
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Kyle Plummer
Director of Marketing
Tero International
Use of video can put any company ahead of the game and connect better with clients (and potential clients), staff and the worldwide web. Have you been thinking about using videos in your business?
Nearly everyone has at one point said the phrase “we should do video.” Some might not know what to say on camera. Others don’t think they have the technical skills to pull it off.
Videos are one of the best methods to promote your brand, communicate your message and engage your listeners. At Tero, we have been ‘all-in’ for video over the last several years.
Here are 10 quick tips for those looking to dive into video whether you are doing it in-house or hiring a professional.
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Pictured: Kent Corporation employees were treated to a plant-wide appreciation meal to recognize and celebrate the company’s achievement and their commitment to safety.
Kent Corporation Achieves One Million Safe Hours at Plant in Muscatine
Employees of Grain Processing Corporation (GPC) and Kent Pet Group (KPG), subsidiary companies of Kent Corporation, recently combined to achieve one million safe work hours without a workplace accident at their Muscatine manufacturing location. For the second time in two years, Kent employees successfully reached this workplace safety milestone. Read the
full news release
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Honkamp Krueger Launches Not Just Any Business Podcast
Top 100 CPA firm Honkamp Krueger has launched its inaugural episode of the Not Just Any Business Podcast. The podcast will feature subject matter experts from the industry discussing hot topics, news and business strategies. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Google Play or Podbean, or listen from
HK’s website
. Episode #1 is Business Transition: You're Not as Ready as You Think You Are.
CEOs to Discuss the Future of Technology in North Iowa on May 17
Four of North Iowa’s CEOs will participate in TechTalk on May 17 at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake. Discussion topics will include the challenges and opportunities of implementing innovative technologies, innovation within the rural entrepreneurial ecosystem, balancing vision and risk management, how technology is changing company culture, and the strategic vision necessary for CEOs to identify and implement new technologies.
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ABI Member Companies Receive the ESGR Above and Beyond Award
The Iowa ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves) Committee honored the recipients of the Above and Beyond Award at a ceremony on May 4 in Johnston. Winners included the following ABI member companies: American Equity, Conagra Brands, Converse Conditioned Air, Nextera Energy, United States Gypsum, Wells Fargo – Norwalk Branch, Wells Fargo Corporate Risk and Wells Fargo – West Des Moines Branch. The award honors the employers of Reserve Component members who have gone above and beyond the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.
Midwest Growth Partners Invests in Jackrabbit Equipment
Midwest Growth Partners (MGP), a West Des Moines-based private equity fund, has announced an investment in California-based Jackrabbit Equipment, the industry-leading manufacturer of tree nut harvesting equipment and handling systems. In partnership with the senior management team, Jackrabbit represents a continuation of MGP’s strategy to invest in companies in the food and agriculture arena. Read the
full news release
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Signarama-Ankeny Recognized at Global Franchisee Convention
Signarama-Ankeny was recognized with two awards at the recent 2019 Signarama international convention in Las Vegas: the Top Achievement in Marketing Award and a Top Salesperson Award to Kristin Gose. Kathy Evert, owner of Signarama-Ankeny, and Kristin Gose were in attendance and accepted the awards. Read the
full news release
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Creative Work Solutions by Manpower Fill Business Needs
Manpower recruiters have a lot of practice filling roles for their clients; however some of their internal staffing challenges are the most difficult to address. Through employee flexibility and telecommuting, a Des Moines Manpower franchise is supporting a Florida Manpower office through talent sharing, training, and development. Read the
full news release
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PRESIDENT'S CLUB SPONSORS
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Agri-Industrial Plastics Co
Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau
Arconic
Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co
Bank Iowa Corporation
Business Record
Cargill, Inc.
CIBC USA
Community State Bank
Facebook Inc.
FBL Financial Group
Google
HNI Corporation
Iowa Gaming Association
ITC Midwest
Kent Corporation
Kreg Tool Company
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McKee Voorhees & Sease
Modern Companies
Pella Corp
Performance Marketing
Principal
Purdue University Global
QPS Employment Group
Renewable Energy Group
Shift Interactive
Stellar Industries, Inc.
Sukup Manufacturing Co
Tyson Foods
United Fire Group
Unity Point Health
Vermeer
Weaton Capital
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