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Computer Science for All Iowans
Computer science and information technology skills are transforming into a day-to-day skill set in today’s workforce that impacts every industry.
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Why I'm Passionate About ABI
When it first ran several years ago, this column (now edited slightly) struck a chord with ABI members. It has become a tradition to carry it in a December edition of the weekly newsletter.
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Learn About the Iowa Clearinghouse for Work-Based Learning
For employers, the Iowa Clearinghouse for Work-Based Learning is a tool to help you build an early talent pipeline of future-ready workers while collaborating with schools across the state
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ABI Responds to Vaccine Mandate Bill
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI), Iowa’s largest employer association with 1,500 members representing 330,000 employees, is opposed to the Iowa Legislature’s decision to pass its vaccine mandate bill that allows Iowans who are discharged from employment for refusing to get a COVID-19 vaccine to collect unemployment benefits from the state’s employer-funded unemployment trust fund.
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Fostering Relationships Is Key to Retaining Employees in the Current Workplace
With changes driven by the recent pandemic, recruiting, hiring and retaining workers will be heavily driven by an organizations ability to help foster relationships with workers who may be working in offices, remotely or a combination.
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5 Signs Your Business Is Ready To Grow
Growing your business and taking it to the next level is an exciting time.
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From the Desk of Nicole Crain
Four Tips to Maximize Your MembershipABI staff work hard to provide excellent customer service and a return on your membership investment each year.
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In Case You Missed It: Made in Iowa
In case you missed it, the Des Moines Business Record published its Made in Iowa edition this week.
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Forty Iowa Leaders Selected to Participate in Leadership Iowa’s 40th Anniversary Year
Forty leaders from across Iowa have been selected as members of the 2021-22 class of Leadership Iowa, the state’s premier issues awareness program provided by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) Foundation.
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$40,000 Gift Launches ABI Foundation 40th Anniversary Campaign
Gifts to the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) Foundation are now being matched up to $40,000 thanks to the generous support of the Dick & Judy Smith Family Foundation.
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Elevate Iowa to Honor 2021 Legends in Manufacturing Leaders
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) and Elevate Advanced Manufacturing will recognize five manufacturing leaders this month at its sixth annual Legends in Manufacturing dinner.
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Weekly Business Report Highlights How Workplaces Can Participate in Healthiest State Month
October is Healthiest State Month in Iowa and the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative has several resources ABI member companies can use to participate.
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ABI Concludes Issue Committee Process For Developing 2022 Public Policy Positions
ABI concluded the issue committee process for developing public policy positions for 2022 this week.
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10 Effective Local Advertising Ideas for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, your goal for advertising and marketing is probably to get more customers – or at least to get in front of them so when it comes time to buy or make an appointment, your business is on their radar. But, where to start?
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Why Security Matters to Your Employee Benefit Plans
Employee benefit plans are a common perk for many organizations.
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Taking Advantage of ABI Opportunities
Later this month, I will complete visits with newly-elected members of the ABI Board of Directors.
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IOWA ASSOCIATION OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY: Iowa Manufacturers Expect Continued Growth Over the Next Quarter
Iowa manufacturers continue to hold a positive outlook on the state’s economy and expect increased sales in the third quarter,