Monthly Archives: November 2014
Technology transforms farmers markets in Iowa
By Cindy Hadish
CEDAR RAPIDS—Jason Grimm doesn’t perceive a technological divide when it comes to Iowa’s produce farmers.
Mr. Grimm, 29, a founder of the Iowa...
Q&A: Bruce Rastetter
President, Iowa Board of Regents
Interview by CBJ Editorial Board
As CEO of Summit Group, based in Alden, Bruce Rastetter oversees a variety of diverse interests...
Joe Strathman
Age: 38
Occupation: Director, eBusiness Platform Strategy, Transamerica; President, Board of Directors, Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity
Greatest professional achievements: For me, I feel a great...
Raj Patel
Age: 23
Occupation: Chief Executive Officer – Patel Construction Inc.
What is your greatest professional achievement: I was always told I am “too young” – too...
Stacie Osako
Age: 37
Occupation: Human Resources Manager – Van Meter Inc.
What is your greatest professional achievement: I am passionate about finding ways to improve the lives...
Wendy Nielsen
Age: 35
Occupation: AVP, Marketing and Public Relations – Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
What is your greatest professional achievement: In 2001, I had the unique...
Cally Murray
Age: 31
Occupation: Director of Development – YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area
What are your greatest professional achievements: Helping the YMCA raise the necessary...
Brian McConnell
Age: 37
Occupation: Producer – AW Welt Ambrisco Insurance Inc.
What is your greatest professional achievement: I’m scheduled to obtain my CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation...