Des Moines, Iowa

Simpson College Announces Honorees for Iowa & Minnesota Campus Compact Presidents' Engaged Campus Awards

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Thursday, April 23, 2020
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DES MOINES, Iowa, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Simpson College ( simpson.edu ) today announced the college's winners of the 2020 Iowa & MinnesotaCampus Compact Presidents' Engaged Campus Awards.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Simpson College ( simpson.edu ) today announced the college's winners of the 2020 Iowa & MinnesotaCampus Compact Presidents' Engaged Campus Awards.
  • This year's awards included more than 100 honorees selected by 38 college and university presidents in Iowa and Minnesota.
  • Stadtlander embodies the characteristics of a servant leader through her deep and ongoing commitment to community engagement at Simpson College.
  • Simpson College is a private, liberal arts college located in Iowa with campuses in Indianola, West Des Moines and online.

Sentry Management Welcomes Newly Promoted Division Managers for Northern Virginia, Savannah Georgia, and Des Moines Iowa Offices

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Monday, April 13, 2020
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Orlando FL, April 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sentry Management, Inc., the leader in homeowner association and condominium management, is announcing new senior management for offices located in Annandale, Virginia, Savannah, Georgia, and Des Moines, Iowa.

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  • Orlando FL, April 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sentry Management, Inc., the leader in homeowner association and condominium management, is announcing new senior management for offices located in Annandale, Virginia, Savannah, Georgia, and Des Moines, Iowa.
  • The three Division Managers will oversee teams providing direct service to the communities Sentry is honored to serve.
  • Hannah Heckman, a valued employee with in-depth knowledge of the real estate industry, has been promoted to Division Manager of the Des Moines, IA office.
  • Becky SuPrise, a community management professional of over 20 years, has been promoted as Division Manager of the Northern Virginia office.

AM Best Revises Outlook for GuideOne Insurance Companies

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Friday, April 10, 2020
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West Des Moines, IA, April 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GuideOne Insurance shared that AM Best has revised the outlook to stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of a- of the GuideOne Insurance Companies.

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  • West Des Moines, IA, April 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GuideOne Insurance shared that AM Best has revised the outlook to stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of a- of the GuideOne Insurance Companies.
  • She continues, I am incredibly proud of the hard work of the entire GuideOne team.
  • GuideOne Insurance was founded in 1947 with a commitment to social responsibility.
  • Rated A- (Excellent) by industry analyst AM Best, GuideOne is licensed in all 50 states through a network of distribution partners who serve more than 51,000 members.

Kemin Industries Names Patrick Wood Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, April 6, 2020
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DES MOINES, Iowa, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, has appointed Patrick Wood, formerly Vice President of Finance for Kemin Nutrisurance, as Chief Financial Officer, effective as of April 1.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, has appointed Patrick Wood, formerly Vice President of Finance for Kemin Nutrisurance, as Chief Financial Officer, effective as of April 1.
  • In 2018, Wood took on the position of Vice President of Finance for Kemin Nutrisurance, the global pet food and rendering technologies business unit.
  • "Since joining Kemin, Pat has shown his exceptional aptitude for managing financial operations in a variety of business units and across international boundaries," said Dr. Chris Nelson, President and CEO, Kemin Industries.
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West Bancorporation, Inc. to Announce Quarterly Results, Hold Conference Call

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Friday, March 20, 2020
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- West Bancorporation, Inc. (Nasdaq: WTBA) (the Company), parent company of West Bank, will report its results for the first quarter of 2020, on Thursday, April 23, 2020 before the markets open.

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  • WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- West Bancorporation, Inc. (Nasdaq: WTBA) (the Company), parent company of West Bank, will report its results for the first quarter of 2020, on Thursday, April 23, 2020 before the markets open.
  • The Company will discuss its results in a conference call scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Central Time on Friday, April 24, 2020.
  • West Bancorporation, Inc. is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa.
  • Serving its customers since 1893, West Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of West Bancorporation, Inc., is a community bank that focuses on lending, deposit services and trust services for consumers and small- to medium-sized businesses.

LandJet expands new routes with access to 21 metro areas across Midwest with new terminals

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- LandJet expands its innovative mobile offices and business travel service with the opening of two terminals, Chicago and Kansas City.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- LandJet expands its innovative mobile offices and business travel service with the opening of two terminals, Chicago and Kansas City.
  • LandJet adds these to the current Des Moines and Quad Cities terminal and now has direct access and business "flights" to over 21 metropolitan areas across the Midwest.
  • "Our customers are enjoying savings, door-to-door productivity, and the opportunity to collaborate using a LandJet versus the hassles and inefficiencies of traditional travel.
  • For more information about LandJet or experience a LandJet trip, visit www.landjet.com or call the contact person directly.

Kevin Larkin Named FHLB Des Moines Chief Information Officer

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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DES MOINES, Iowa, March 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Effective March 23, Kevin Larkin will become the new Chief Information Officer at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines or the Bank).

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, March 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Effective March 23, Kevin Larkin will become the new Chief Information Officer at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines or the Bank).
  • Larkin has more than 25 years of professional experience and will oversee the Banks information technology (IT) and information security (IS) departments.
  • I am thrilled to have Kevin join the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, said Kris Williams, president and chief executive officer, FHLB Des Moines.
  • For additional information about FHLB Des Moines, please visit www.fhlbdm.com .

Sammons Financial Elevates Legal and Government Affairs Team

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Monday, March 9, 2020
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sammons Financialhas named two employees to new roles on its Legal and Government Affairs team.

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  • WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sammons Financialhas named two employees to new roles on its Legal and Government Affairs team.
  • The new roles and responsibilities include:
    Kevin Mechtley is named vice president legal and director of government affairs.
  • Mechtley has more than 15 years of legal and government affairs experience, and prior to joining Sammons Financial in 2016, spent several years as in-house counsel and as a private practice attorney and insurance industry consultant.
  • Since joining Sammons Financial, Kevin has created, developed and grown our government affairs department in a complex and challenging financial services climate.

Tallo + Greater Des Moines Partnership to Help Iowa’s Future Workforce and Businesses Better Understand One Another

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Friday, February 28, 2020
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In its latest effort to boost the regions economy, the Greater Des Moines Partnership is turning its attention to Iowas future workforce by partnering with Tallo , a digital platform and app that connects talent with opportunities.

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  • In its latest effort to boost the regions economy, the Greater Des Moines Partnership is turning its attention to Iowas future workforce by partnering with Tallo , a digital platform and app that connects talent with opportunities.
  • Tapping into Tallos user pool, the Greater Des Moines Partnership hopes to raise awareness of career opportunities with Greater Des Moines (DSM) employers and career preparation opportunities at higher education institutions.
  • DSM is experiencing momentum as a great place to live and work, and has a thriving business community, said Mary Bontrager, Executive Vice President of Talent Development at the Greater Des Moines Partnership.
  • The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa.

UPS Honors Iowa Drivers for 25 Years of Safe Driving

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced that eight elite drivers from Iowa are among 1,316 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced that eight elite drivers from Iowa are among 1,316 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving.
  • Cleo Underwood of Des Moines is the states senior-most safe driver, with 44 years of accident-free driving under his belt.
  • Their dedication to safe driving on Americas roadways keeps them safe, improves public safety and sets a high standard for professional drivers.
  • In 1928, UPS recognized its first five-year safe driver, Ray McCue, with UPS founder Jim Casey presenting him a gold and platinum watch.