Why Do You Love the Midwest?

I live in the Midwest. Along with 60 million other people.  That’s a lot of people.  Yet we often get referred to as the fly over states.  The payusnonevermind location.  The “why do you want to go there” states. A group of us (Iowans) think the people that believe like that are wrong.  Just plain…

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I Love Franklin County

That’s right – I love where I live!  Here’s my presentation from the 140 Character Conference/State of Now in Des Moines.     In the next week, I’ll be sharing other presentations.  Let us know what you think!

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Success Comes With Help

The State of Now Conference 2012 is over.  It was a big success, with many viewpoints presented, ideas exchanged, stories told and excitement generated.  Over the course of the next several weeks you’ll hear guest posts from those who spoke and those who attended.  You’ll read about the plans we have for the future, bringing…

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Get off your butt

Michael Libbie, who is speaking on the ROI of social media at the 140 Conference, made this video.  Just for the State of Now Conference. You can still order tickets.  As a matter of fact, use the code ‘verizon’ and get your $70 full price ticket for only $40!  See you at the 140……..  …

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Comment for a Free Ticket

So I’ve been a little busy lately ………. and excited for Monday the 23rd to come and we can rock out this State of Now/140 Character Conference! Now for the fun part ………… tell me why you’d like a free ticket that I’m giving away!  Just post a comment and I’ll let you know Friday,…

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People Are Talking

April 23 the State of Now/140 Character Conference takes place in Des Moines at the Civic Center. Here’s what a few of our attendees and speakers have to say.   “While the technology that is available to inform us and reach others has grown so rapidly, I can’t wait to hear others share the value…

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Why You Should Come to Des Moines April 23

There have been many 140 Character Conferences (now known as the State of Now conferences) around the world.  New York, London, Tel Aviv, LA, Hutchinson, Kansas, Canada. Des Moines, Iowa is having their second one in just two weeks – April 23.  Des Moines held the first local 140 Character Conference last year.  It was…

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8 Reasons to Purchase a Ticket to the State of Now

The State of Now/140 Character Conference Des Moines is April 23.  It lasts all day and features speakers in ten minute segments.  Agriculture, Education, Business, Food, Authors, Tourism, Reflections and Synchronicity are topics being covered.  Why should you go? 1. Agriculture.  If you live in a big (or any city), you’ll want to hear how farmers are…

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Share Your Story

Every so often I get a press release that bears repeating.  The following is one of those.  I love how Latham Seeds supports our community and I think we can help them. Fundraising Campaign Underway to Endow County 4-H Scholarship SHARE YOUR STORY, HELP BRIGHTEN THE FUTURE OF FRANKLIN COUNTY 4-H’ers HAMPTON, Iowa – February…

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