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
ABI’s Mike Ralston to Receive Manufacturing Champion Award
26 Sep 2024
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The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) is proud to announce that its President, Mike Ralston, will be honored with the Manufacturing Champion Award at the 2024 Legends in Manufacturing Awards, held during the Iowa Manufacturing Conference on October 2, 2024.
Mike Ralston, who has led ABI since 2005, has long been recognized for his commitment to supporting and advancing Iowa’s manufacturing sector. Throughout his career, Ralston has been an advocate for policies and initiatives that promote innovation, job creation, and economic growth within the state.
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