I still remember sitting in a small, brightly lit office across from the hiring manager as he slid the offer letter across the table. My heart pounded. At age 24, I wanted to ask for more but the words never Read more…
We are excited to announce our Fearless podcast has officially launched! Fearless is a statewide initiative with a goal to empower Iowa women to succeed in work and life. We are strong believers that women’s issues are everyone’s issues, and Read more…
As a Latina immigrant working in construction, Perlla Deluca is no stranger to being the “only” in a room. Deluca is the owner and CEO of Southeast Constructors. Since joining the industry 28 years ago, she’s worked all aspects of Read more…
Angela Franklin believes in remaining open to unexpected opportunities. It’s been a staple of her career. She planned to become a clinical psychologist and haveher own mental health practice. After completing her undergraduate degree from Furman University and her doctorate Read more…
Five years ago, the Business Record launched Fearless. Our goal is simple: We want to empower Iowa women to succeed in work and life. Through our weekly e-newsletter, ongoing print features and events, we have worked to live up to Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey Sylvia Nemmers was born totally blind. At age 4, she had an experimental surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics to give her a little bit of vision. Shortly Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey Shanna Sieck and her husband, Curtis, decided she’d stay home with their children after they were born. Her role of caregiver took on a whole new meaning when her middle Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey Lalonyo AnyaCeng was born in a refugee camp in Uganda. Her parents had fled conflict in South Sudan while her mother was pregnant with her. She spent the first 16 Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey The timing of Clarissa Chun’s journey to wrestling couldn’t have been more perfect. She took after her older brother and competed in judo for years. Then Hawaii, where she grew Read more…
As told to Macey Shofroth | Photo by Duane Tinkey When Jennifer Garside’s husband looked out their window the afternoon of May 21, 2024, there was barely enough wind to move the leaves. But just two blocks over, in their Read more…