Kara Jorvig

In the latest episode of On the Move, BPC president Chris Conetzkey sits down with Trina Flack, MBA CMP, who became President & CEO of Catch Des Moines last August. Since taking the helm, Trina has been instrumental in bringing major events to Des Moines, driving millions in economic impact, and boosting the region’s national profile. Discover how Trina is defining Des Moines’ business and cultural landscape, her vision for growth, and what it takes to lead a city-changing organization: https://lnkd.in/g3t3DUdp #LeadershipMoves #desmoinesbusiness #businessrecord #onthemove #ExecutiveSpotlight #iowabusiness #trinaflack #DSM #dsmusa #catchdesmoines

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How to be a best workplace: - Build a really profitable business so that you can pay people well. - Give people opportunities to learn, do more, and progress in their career (leadership opportunities, conferences, etc.) - Recognize that people have responsibilities outside of work and give them the flexibility to be the best mom/dad/brother/sister they can be. - Hire for culture and attitude first, and skills second. - Don't feel like you always have to be the smartest person in the office - give people room to try out their own ideas. - Treat people fairly and always do what you say you're going to do.

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I'm excited to speak at the Human Resource Association of North Iowa about a topic that drives real impact—Workforce Engagement: The Benefits. If you're looking to boost retention, morale, and performance in your organization, this session is for you. We’ll explore what engagement truly means, why it matters, and how to turn strategy into action. 📍 North Iowa Area Community College 🗓 May 13, 2025 🕛 12 PM – 1:30 PM Let’s build workplaces where people thrive. Scan the QR code and register today—can’t wait to see you there! #WorkforceEngagement #PeopleFirst #Avimoe #HRANI #StrongerTeams #LeadershipInAction

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Smithfield Foods CEO Shane Smith talks about his company’s historic investment in Sioux Falls and what to expect from a new plant. https://lnkd.in/gijnfRVt

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We’re evaluating new accounting systems at Northwest Wisconsin CEP. We are a grant-funded nonprofit with federal and state cost and fund allocation requirements, and we also manage payroll for about 120 individuals at certain times of the year (work experience participants), though our year-round staff size is much smaller. Right now, we use Momentive MIP (formerly Abila MIP), but the price increases have become unsustainable for a nonprofit of our size. If your organization manages grant funding, cost allocation, and fluctuating payroll needs, or any mixture of the above, what accounting systems or software solutions have worked well for you? Recommendations and lessons learned are welcome!

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February brought meaningful updates from publicly traded companies with a strong presence in Sioux Falls. The biggest headline: Smithfield Foods announced plans to replace its current Sioux Falls plant with a new facility in Foundation Park. This month’s recap also covers earnings from Pathward Financial, NorthWestern Energy, and several national retailers with local connections. Read the full February Market Recap below:

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Looking forward very much to speaking at this event. My topic is the #UKG 2025 "Megatrends for the Public Sector" research. The world of work has changed forever as employees continue to reconsider their job and career choices. To succeed in 2025 (and beyond), #government must attract and retain #talent. To help organizations do this, UKG annually assembles global thought leaders to assess key #workforce trends and challenges and, most important, how organizations should respond. The 2025 megatrends I'll be discussing: -- The escalating talent shortage. -- The amplified #employeeengagement imperative. -- The human-#AI advantage to unlock productivity

Leaders from across Greater Des Moines recently gathered for the latest Business Publications Corporation, Inc CEO Master Class, co-presented with Story Board Advisors in partnership with the Greater Des Moines Partnership. The cohort explored Culture and Organizational Effectiveness and the role leadership plays in building strong organizations. The session featured insights from a panel of leaders, including: • Rowena Crosbie, CEO, Tero International, Inc. • Dan Keough, CEO, Holmes Murphy and BrokerTech Ventures • Steve Lacy, Vistage Worldwide, Inc. Chair and retired CEO and Chair, Meredith Corporation • Scott Jean, CEO, EMC Insurance Companies The conversation highlighted how intentional leadership, strong culture and organizational alignment drive long-term success. Leaders in the cohort shared perspectives, asked thoughtful questions and continued building meaningful connections. Thank you to our partners, panelists and this year's cohort who make this program such a valuable leadership experience. #DSMUSA #ExecutiveLeadership

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Leadership pressure doesn’t go away when you delegate tasks - it lightens when you delegate structure. Learn how structure protects your energy, relationships, and business.

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Attracting and retaining a skilled labor force is a key component to our community's economic growth. That's why, through the support of Forward Sioux Falls, we're focused on workforce development programs that help create connections between talent and Sioux Falls-area businesses. Watch for a recap of this year's efforts + a preview of what's ahead for our workforce programs:

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