Des Moines, Iowa

Benjamin McLean appointed to UFPI Board of Directors

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Monday, January 13, 2020
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UFP Industries (Nasdaq: UFPI), formerly known as Universal Forest Products, today announced that Benjamin McLean, CEO of Des Moines, Iowa-based Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc., was appointed to its Board of Directors, effective January 10, 2020.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UFP Industries (Nasdaq: UFPI), formerly known as Universal Forest Products, today announced that Benjamin McLean, CEO of Des Moines, Iowa-based Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc., was appointed to its Board of Directors, effective January 10, 2020.
  • McLean joins the board with more than 20 years of wide-ranging business experience that includes transportation and logistics, as well as technology systems and strategy.
  • McLean joined Ruan in 2007 and was named to his current role of CEO in 2015.
  • As the CEO of a large company, Ben also brings valuable experience in business and strategic planning to our board.

2020 GIA Cohort Launches on January 14

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Insurance Accelerator (GIA) , is pleased to announce the launch of its sixth cohort on January 14 with eight InsurTech companies coming to Des Moines, Iowa for the accelerators annual 100-day program.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Insurance Accelerator (GIA) , is pleased to announce the launch of its sixth cohort on January 14 with eight InsurTech companies coming to Des Moines, Iowa for the accelerators annual 100-day program.
  • This years cohort of companies is solving big and important problems, each of which continues to align with the GIAs mission of driving innovation in the insurance industry, said Nicole Gunderson, managing director of the GIA.
  • The 2020 GIA cohort is joined by:
    Caregiven: An Oregon-based startup enabling providers to offer real time, curated guidance to individuals and families managing end-of-life care for an aging or ailing loved-one.
  • The Global Insurance Accelerator (GIA) promotes innovation in the insurance industry through a mentor-driven, 100-day accelerator program for InsurTech companies.

F&G Announces Headquarter Relocation to 801 Grand

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Monday, January 6, 2020
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In the last two years, F&G has hired 58 people in 2018 and 94 in 2019.

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  • In the last two years, F&G has hired 58 people in 2018 and 94 in 2019.
  • The company expects to maintain this growth as sales continue to grow above industry averages.
  • "F&G" is the marketing name for Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company issuing insurance in the United States outside of New York.
  • Guarantees are based on the claims paying ability of the issuing insurer, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company, Des Moines, IA.

Catch Des Moines Releases "The S's are Silent" Video Highlighting Iconic Seasonal Attractions

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
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They're all featured in a new seasonal video created by Catch Des Moines, the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, as part of its "The S's Are Silent" campaign.

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  • They're all featured in a new seasonal video created by Catch Des Moines, the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, as part of its "The S's Are Silent" campaign.
  • The video debuts as the Des Moines region prepares for the national spotlight shown during Iowa's first-in-nation caucuses.
  • "Greater Des Moines is building a reputation as one of the premier event cities in the Midwest," said Greg Edwards, President & CEO at Catch Des Moines.
  • Catch Des Moines is the official destination marketing organization promoting and representing Greater Des Moines to leisure travelers and meeting/sports planners.

For Des Moines, Iowa Caucuses Equal Big Economic Impact, but Exposure is Priceless

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Hosting the Iowa caucuses means big business for Greater Des Moines.

Key Points: 
  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Hosting the Iowa caucuses means big business for Greater Des Moines.
  • Catch Des Moines, the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, predicts the 2020 Iowa caucuses will generate $11.3 million in economic impact for the city in the week leading up to the caucus.
  • Much of the positive media mentions will come the week of the caucuses when media from across the world convene in Des Moines and experience "Iowa nice" first-hand.
  • Artists and creatives have also benefited immensely from media coverage of the Iowa caucuses, like Scott Siepker, a local actor who launched the video, "Iowa Nice," around the 2012 Iowa caucuses.

RUAN COMPANIES APPOINTS TRANSWESTERN AS PROPERTY MANAGER FOR 750,000 SF HEADQUARTERS

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Thursday, December 12, 2019
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DES MOINES, IOWA, Dec. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transwestern Commercial Services (TCS) today announces it has been awarded the exclusive property management assignment for Ruan Companies headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa.

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  • DES MOINES, IOWA, Dec. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transwestern Commercial Services (TCS) today announces it has been awarded the exclusive property management assignment for Ruan Companies headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa.
  • The assignment includes 750,000 square feet at Ruan Center and Two Ruan Center, located at 666 Grand Ave. and 601 Locust St., respectively.
  • When we were reviewing candidates to provide management services at Ruan Center, we were impressed by Transwesterns tenant engagement philosophy and its recent BOMA International TOBY Award , said Bradley Meister, the Construction Project Manager at Ruan Corporation.
  • With more than 85 years of transportation experience, Ruan is one of the top 10 privately owned transportation service companies in the country.

Greater Des Moines Partnership Unveils 2020 State Legislative Priorities

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Thursday, December 5, 2019
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GREATER DES MOINES (DSM), Iowa, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has unveiled its 2020 State Legislative Agenda.

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  • GREATER DES MOINES (DSM), Iowa, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has unveiled its 2020 State Legislative Agenda.
  • Included in the agenda is a list of featured priorities that will drive The Partnership's state policy efforts.
  • Des Moines International Airport Terminal Project: The Partnership supports increased funding for Iowa airports for projects that increase traffic and support Iowa's business growth.
  • The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa.

Greater Des Moines Partnership Unveils 2020 State Legislative Priorities

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Thursday, December 5, 2019
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GREATER DES MOINES (DSM), Iowa, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has unveiled its 2020 State Legislative Agenda.

Key Points: 
  • GREATER DES MOINES (DSM), Iowa, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Des Moines Partnership has unveiled its 2020 State Legislative Agenda.
  • Included in the agenda is a list of featured priorities that will drive The Partnership's state policy efforts.
  • Des Moines International Airport Terminal Project: The Partnership supports increased funding for Iowa airports for projects that increase traffic and support Iowa's business growth.
  • The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa.

Genesis Health Clubs announces milestone 50th club with the acquisition of four Aspen Athletic Club locations in Des Moines, Iowa, with more to come

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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Des Moines, Iowa, Nov. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genesis Health Clubs Owner/President Rodney Steven II announced today that Genesis Health Clubs has acquired four Des Moines Aspen Athletic Clubs locations and plans to start a major remodeling project on the clubs.

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  • Des Moines, Iowa, Nov. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genesis Health Clubs Owner/President Rodney Steven II announced today that Genesis Health Clubs has acquired four Des Moines Aspen Athletic Clubs locations and plans to start a major remodeling project on the clubs.
  • The acquisition of the Merle Hay , Hickman Road , SE 14th , and West Glen locations brings the total count of Genesis Health Clubs locations to a milestone 50th location.
  • Genesis Health Clubs Owner and President Rodney Steven II commented: "We've been looking at Des Moines for a while.
  • Genesis Health Clubs will continue to grow, change, innovate, add new services and locations to give their members what they need to achieve their goals.

Mittera Group Acquires Business Assets of Fuse LLC

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mittera Group today announced it has acquired the assets of Fuse LLC, a Chicago printing and marketing business comprised of Kelmscott Communications, KelmscottEDU, Rider Dickerson and The Buhl Press.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mittera Group today announced it has acquired the assets of Fuse LLC, a Chicago printing and marketing business comprised of Kelmscott Communications, KelmscottEDU, Rider Dickerson and The Buhl Press.
  • John Hamilton, a Director at Mittera since 2014, has been named President of Mittera Chicago and will oversee the operations of Mittera's current sales office and the Berkeley, Illinois facility.
  • "We are excited to grow our Chicagoland presence, and look forward to offering Fuse clients an enhanced suite of services," said Hamilton.
  • Fuse LLC was formed in 2016 when Buhl Press, Kelmscott Communications, and Rider Dickerson merged to create a Chicago print-production powerhouse.