Elevate Iowa to Honor 2022 Legends in Manufacturing Leaders

8 Sep 2022

News

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) and Elevate Advanced Manufacturing will recognize four manufacturing leaders October 4th at its annual Legends in Manufacturing dinner. This is the state’s largest event dedicated to manufacturing.

The four Legends in Manufacturing leaders were chosen out of hundreds of nominations for their contributions to Iowa’s largest industry by displaying leadership in their companies and by engaging in activities supporting manufacturing. In addition, all former Legends have been invited to attend and be honored once again.

Read full article.

More Topics

NIACC Pappajohn Center to host DeltaV Code 101 as part of Community Partners program with NewBoCo

Sep 8 2022

MASON CITY, Iowa— The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center will host a free DeltaV Code 101 workshop on September 24, 2022 at NIACC from 9am-5pm. Code 101 is a free workshop where you will learn what it looks like to be a software developer through a day-long immersive course for...

How To Market Your Quality of Place, Local Events, and Community Brand

Sep 5 2022

Marketing your quality of place, local events, and community brand are crucial to an economic development strategy because they can help with workforce and business recruitment. Forbes reported in 2017 that "Millennials want a better everything." Years later, that remains true, and other generations are joining them. People demand better...

Uptown Fitness sees new ownership

Sep 5 2022

After nearly 15 years in business, Uptown Fitness owners Heather Yeoman and Rachel Olson have decided to step down and sell the business. “I’m looking forward to decision making and also continuing to build the studio through the classes and the boutique,” Anna Stene stated, who purchased Uptown Fitness...

Testimonials

Melissa is an exceptional partner in regional economic development. Her ability to coordinate seamlessly with Alliant Energy ensures that Winnebago and Worth counties are always positioned for growth. She is proactive, deeply knowledgeable, and highly collaborative- bringing her into a project early is a guarantee that things will move forward efficiently and successfully.

— Chad Hansen , Alliant Energy

The partnership with Winn-Worth Betco has flourished over the years. Melissa's camaraderie, knowledge, and willingness to share ideas and support other areas have significantly strengthened this collaboration. Winn-Worth Betco has been instrumental in our region’s success. Their proactive approach to business development and their extensive network of industry contacts have opened doors we never thought possible within the region. We are grateful for their partnership and look forward to continued collaboration.

— Jill Kramer, Hancock County Economic Development

Our partnership with Winn-Worth Betco has been incredibly beneficial. Their expertise and dedication to supporting local businesses have helped us navigate challenges and seize new opportunities throughout the region. I highly recommend Winn-Worth Betco’s services for any company looking to grow and expand in this region.

— Mary Ambsbaugh, Franklin County Economic Development Association

I have had the pleasure of working with Melissa Michaelis, Director of Winn-Worth Betco for almost two years now. She is an extremely dedicated, hard-working, highly organized, and passionate advocate for the community. She continues to ensure that the community continues to grow and thrive. Her energy and enthusiasm are contagious!

— Sara Cook, Business Engagement Consultant, Iowa Workforce Development