# award winner (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover award winner. Page: Feed: --- ## [Anjalie Munasinghe appointed Secretary of CIPR International](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/anjalie-munasinghe-appointed-secretary-of-cipr-international/) _2026-08-22 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Mark and Comm, Sri Lanka’s leading boutique public relations and communications agency, today announced that Anjalie Munasinghe, its Manager, PR & Social Intelligence, has been appointed Secretary of CIPR International, the international chapter of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR). Munasinghe brings more than ten years of experience in PR, account management and media \[…\] The… ## [VFS Global launches Republic of Korea (South Korea) visa services in Sri Lanka with modern and easily accessible centre in Colombo](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/vfs-global-launches-republic-of-korea-south-korea-visa-services-in-sri-lanka-with-modern-and-easily-accessible-centre-in-colombo/) _2026-08-22 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Starting 21 August 2026, Korea visa applicants can visit our centrally located visa application centre in Colombo for a seamless application submission experience. Booking a prior appointment is mandatory for applicants before visiting our centre for visa application submission. VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens,… ## [Janashakthi Finance Wins Silver at BestWeb.LK 2026 for Digital Excellence](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/janashakthi-finance-wins-silver-at-bestweb-lk-2026-for-digital-excellence/) _2026-08-22 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Janashakthi Finance PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has been recognised with the Silver Award in the Best Finance & Insurance Website category at BestWeb.LK 2026, Sri Lanka’s premier web competition. The accolade recognises the Company’s continued focus on digital excellence, innovation, and creating more accessible, inclusive, and convenient digital experiences for its customers.… ## [Commercial Bank named Sri Lanka’s Strongest Banking Brand with prestigious AAA rating by Brand Finance](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/commercial-bank-named-sri-lankas-strongest-banking-brand-with-prestigious-aaa-rating-by-brand-finance/) _2026-08-22 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Reflecting its unwavering stability and the enduring trust of customers, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again reaffirmed its leadership as Sri Lanka’s Strongest Banking Brand in Brand Finance’s just released ‘100 Most Valuable Brands 2026’ report. According to the latest rankings published by the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy, Commercial Bank has also been \[…\] The post Commercial… ## [5th Edition of WCIC PRATHIBHABHISHEKA – Women Entrepreneur Awards 2026 invites applications](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/5th-edition-of-wcic-prathibhabhisheka-women-entrepreneur-awards-2026-invites-applications/) _2026-08-22 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ The prestigious awards program returns to recognize Sri Lanka’s most outstanding women entrepreneurs August 2026, Colombo – The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) has officially announced the launch of WCIC PRATHIBHABHISHEKA – Women Entrepreneur Awards 2026, inviting women entrepreneurs from across Sri Lanka and the SAARC region to apply for the country’s most \[…\] The post 5th Edition… ## [Sri Lanka International Insurance Summit 2026 advances regional dialogue on resilience, inclusion and insurance innovation](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/sri-lanka-international-insurance-summit-2026-advances-regional-dialogue-on-resilience-inclusion-and-insurance-innovation/) _2026-08-21 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Colombo, Thursday 20 August, 2026: The Sri Lanka International Insurance Summit 2026 concluded in Colombo following three days of high-level discussions focused on strengthening the role of insurance in building economic confidence, protecting communities and supporting sustainable growth amid an increasingly complex global risk environment. Organised by the Insurance Association of Sri Lanka, the… ## [Ryan Wille](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/ryan-wille-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Ryan Wille Executive Director Quad City Botanical Center Age: 39 Home: Bettendorf, Iowa Education: Bradley University Family: Son, Easton and daughter, Grace Hometown: Palatine, Illinois What was your first job? Baseball umpire Best advice you ever received? Clyde Shoeck, late CEO of Modern Woodmen, told me years ago right before a fundraising speech that I \[…\] The post Ryan Wille appeared first… ## [Bailee Waddell](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/bailee-waddell-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Bailee Waddell Director of Programs Hand in Hand Age: 27 Home: Colona, Illinois Education: Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration (RPTA) Hometown: Monmouth, Illinois Best advice you ever received? Deliver value, not just hours. What do you consider your biggest break so far? Creating an inclusive program for teenagers to learn life \[…\] The post Bailee Waddell appeared… ## [Jessica VanDyke](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/jessica-vandyke-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Jessica VanDyke Business Growth & Sports Development Director Visit Quad Cities / Sports QC Age: 34 Home: Davenport Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology Family: Mother, Teresa VanDyke; Brother, William VanDyke Hometown: Bettendorf What do you consider your biggest break so far? Without question, my biggest break has been the opportunity to serve as the Sports \[…\] The post Jessica VanDyke… ## [Luz Upegui](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/luz-upegui/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Luz Upegui Project Architect Streamline Architects Age: 32 Home: Davenport Education: Master of architecture, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Family: Husband, Neko Beserra Hometown: Coal Valley What was your first job? Quad Cities Metro Arts Youth Mural Artist Best advice you ever received? “Good, better, best, never let it rest until your good gets better and \[…\] The post Luz Upegui… ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QqIH8nyNlyeo) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Alan Silas](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/alan-silas-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Alan Silas Director of Policy and Planning MetroLINK Age: 34 Home: Moline Education: B.A. in geography, Augustana College Hometown: Moline Best advice you ever received? Ever since I can remember, my mom has told me, “Take it 90% and figure out the other 10% on your way there.” That advice has shaped the way I \[…\] The post Alan Silas appeared first on Quad Cities Business Journal . ## [Amber Shimp](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/amber-shimp/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Amber Shimp Supplier Operations Manager Van Meter Inc. Age: 38 Home: Eldridge Education: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in psychology, Upper Iowa University Family: Husband, Kaleb; daughters, Addie (14), Averie (11), and Saylor (5) Hometown: Cedar Rapids Best advice you ever received? The best advice I’ve received is to stay curious and never stop learning. Some \[…\] The post Amber Shimp appeared first on… ## [Amy Schaefer](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/amy-schaefer-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Amy Schaefer Executive Director, Empowerment Centers YWCA Quad Cities Age: 33 Home: Rock Island Education: Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Iowa State University Hometown: Moline What do you consider your biggest break so far? Landing at YWCA right out of college was an incredible break for me. I had no idea that it would lead \[…\] The post Amy Schaefer appeared first on Quad Cities Business… ## [Matt Sanchez](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/matt-sanchez-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Matt Sanchez Owner and Graphic Designer Nehlsen Creative Age: 39 Home: Davenport Education: St. Ambrose University Family: Wife, Ashley; sons, Brody, Ryan and Macklin; dog, Amigo Hometown: Dubuque, Iowa Best advice? “Don’t worry about the money — do what you love and everything will work out.” — my dad Biggest break? Being tapped as the \[…\] The post Matt Sanchez appeared first on Quad Cities… ## [Sarah Salstrom](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/sarah-salstrom-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Sarah Salstrom Development Coordinator YWCA Clinton Age: 35 Home: Clinton, Iowa Education: Bachelor of Arts in history and anthropology Family: Father Roger Nevling; mother Pamela Nevling; step-mother Robin Nevling; sisters Andrea Nevling and Rachel Roberts; husband James Salstrom; children Alan and Penelope Salstrom Hometown: Burlington, Iowa Best advice you ever received? You can’t make everyone… ## [Sara Rosi](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/sara-rosi-40/) _2026-08-21 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Sara Rosi Illinois Sexual Abuse Supervisor Family Resources Age: 39 Home: Davenport Education: Bachelor in elementary education Hometown: St. Charles, Illinois What would most people be surprised to learn about you? People are often surprised to learn that I’m my own toughest critic. While I strive to encourage and uplift everyone around me, I hold \[…\] The post Sara Rosi appeared first on Quad… ## [Doris & Victor Day Foundation awards $1M in grants](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/doris-victor-day-foundation-awards-1m-in-grants/) _2026-08-21 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ A total of 59 nonprofit organizations serving Rock Island and the Quad Cities are sharing in the Doris & Victor Day Foundation’s latest grant awards. The Rock Island-based foundation announced it has awarded $1 million – more than its typical distribution – to support organizations providing food, shelter, healthcare, education, and other essential services that \[…\] The post Doris & Victor Day… ## [Markspen Group Backs Sri Lanka’s Food, Agriculture and Packaging Industries at ProFood ProPack & Ag-Biz 2026](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/markspen-group-backs-sri-lankas-food-agriculture-and-packaging-industries-at-profood-propack-ag-biz-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Markspen Group is reaffirming its commitment to advancing Sri Lanka’s food, agriculture and packaging industries by sponsoring and participating in the 23rd ProFood ProPack & Ag-Biz 2026 exhibition, taking place from 21 to 23 August at the BMICH, Colombo. As a group built around practical solutions that help businesses improve productivity, efficiency and value creation, \[…\] The post Markspen… ## [Lina Manufacturing wins two awards at BestWeb.LK Awards 2026](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/lina-manufacturing-wins-two-awards-at-bestweb-lk-awards-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Lina Manufacturing Limited has achieved double honours at the BestWeb.LK Awards 2026, securing the Gold Award alongside the Best Mobile User Experience Award in the Best Health and Wellness category. The awards ceremony took place recently at the Monarch Imperial, graced by the Chief Guest, G. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister. Organized by \[…\] The post Lina Manufacturing wins… ## [Matt Knoll](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/matt-knoll-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Matt Knoll Director of Financial Planning The Planning Center Age: 35 Home: Bettendorf Education: Iowa State University Hometown: Orion, Illinois First job: Lifeguard and waiter at Oakwood Country Club Family: Wife, Jenna; children, Jett, 6, Eloise, 3, and Caroline, 1 How long in your current job: 13 years Local mentors: My dad, Tom Knoll, retired \[…\] The post Matt Knoll appeared first on Quad… ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JqASxnAM1A7b) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [Cord Kleist](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/cord-kleist-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Cord Kleist Owner Skinny’s Barbeque & Skinny’s Fiya Truck Age: 32 Home: Muscatine Education: High school Family: Married with a son and daughter Childhood hometown: Muscatine First job? Salvatores, Muscatine How long in your current job? Seven years Local mentors? Mike Kleist, my father and owner of Boonies on the Avenue; Mario Minnaert, owner and \[…\] The post Cord Kleist appeared first on Quad… ## [Brooke Keck](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/brooke-keck-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Brooke Keck Director of Recruiting and Development Northwestern Mutual Age: 33 Home: Davenport Education: BA in history, University of Iowa Family: Matthew (husband) and Barrett (son) Hometown: Davenport First job? Lifeguard Local mentors? Samantha Widener, senior manager talent acquisition at UnityPoint Health and Lead(h)er mentor; and Tim Harrington, managing director, Northwestern Mutual. If… ## [Brian Keck](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/brian-keck-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Brian Keck Local Advertising Sales Manager Nexstar Media Group / KLJB Fox-18 Age: 32 Home: Davenport Education: Bettendorf High School and Iowa State University Family: wife Margaux Keck and parents Kevin and Bernie Keck Childhood hometown: Kansas City, Missouri First job? Pool cleaning and maintenance How long in your current job? Hired in 2018; in \[…\] The post Brian Keck appeared first on Quad… ## [Alec Jensen](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/alec-jensen-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Alec Jensen Project Executive Russell Age: 32 Home: Davenport Education: BA in construction management and finance Family: Wife Mariah; son and daughter, Clinton and Holly; and dog Winston Childhood hometown: Charles City, Iowa First job? Kmart sales associate How long in current job? 10 years Biggest break? Also my biggest blessing, getting to spend the \[…\] The post Alec Jensen appeared first on… ## [Kathryn Jecklin](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/kathryn-jecklin-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Kathryn Jecklin AVP Retail Sales Manager American Bank & Trust Age: 36 Home: Davenport Education: BA in communications and theatre arts from Augustana College Family: Husband (Kyle), one son (Gilbert) and two dogs (Maisie and Deliliah) Childhood hometown: Clinton, IA First job? Detasseling How long in current job? Seven years with American Bank, five in \[…\] The post Kathryn Jecklin appeared first… ## [Eric Huiskamp Mutka](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/eric-huiskamp-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Eric Huiskamp Mutka President & CEO Blackhawk Bank & Trust Age: 35 Home: Bettendorf Education: Major in economics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; and Graduate School of Banking, University of Wisconsin-Madison Family: Married to Sarah; daughter and son, Brooklyn, 4, and Gavin, 2; and dog Sadie Childhood hometown: Rock Island How long in your current job? \[…\] The post Eric Huiskamp Mutka… ## [Cory Holloway](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/cory-holloway-40/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Olsen · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Cory Holloway Human Resources Coordinator Rock Island-Milan School District #41 Age: 34 Home: Rock Island Education: Master’s in human resources management Family: Wife Kristin and four beautiful children Childhood hometown: Jacksonville, Florida First job? Referee/driving range, Moline YMCA How long in current job? One year Local mentors? Ryan Saddler, associate VP for Diversity, Equity, and \[…\]… ## [Destiney Hearn](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/destiney-hearn-40/) _2026-08-20 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Destiney Hearn Prevention Specialist City of Rock Island/Martin Luther King Community Center Age: 30 Home: Rock Island Education: BS in behavior health science; six months away from a Masters of social work Hometown: Rock Island First job? Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois outreach program coordinator How long in current job? One year. \[…\] The post Destiney Hearn appeared first on… ## [Evolution Auto brings Ather’s Overtone series to the Sri Lankan market](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/evolution-auto-brings-athers-overtone-series-to-the-sri-lankan-market/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ The premium electric scooter adds Infinite Cruise, Magic Twist and three new colourways, with pre-bookings now open. Evolution Auto Pvt Ltd has launched the Ather Overtone series in Sri Lanka, bringing the premium electric scooter to local riders. The Overtone introduces two new features, Infinite Cruise and Magic Twist, alongside three colour options. The Ather \[…\] The post Evolution Auto brings… ## [Mitsubishi Triton Conquers Asia Cross Country Rally 2026 — Second Consecutive Axcr Victory For Team Mitsubishi Ralliart](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/mitsubishi-triton-conquers-asia-cross-country-rally-2026-second-consecutive-axcr-victory-for-team-mitsubishi-ralliart/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Historic all-Japanese crew secures overall title, reaffirming the rally-bred strength behind every Mitsubishi Triton (L200) Colombo, Sri Lanka — Team Mitsubishi Ralliart has claimed overall victory at the Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) 2026 — one of Asia’s most demanding motorsport events — driving the Mitsubishi Triton. Katsuhiko Taguchi and co-driver Takahiro Yasui completed the \[…\] The post… ## [Never miss a game (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/S7B6GoasEPyC) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Follow any team; get an hour and one-minute web and email reminders. ## [Capital Trust Properties wins Asia Pacific Award for second consecutive year](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/capital-trust-properties-wins-asia-pacific-award-for-second-consecutive-year/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Recognised as Sri Lanka’s leading real estate transaction and advisory company with 5 star rating. August 19, 2026: Capital Trust Properties (Pvt) Ltd has once again been honoured at the Asia Pacific Awards, receiving recognition as Best Real Estate Transaction and Advisory Company in Sri Lanka 2026/2027. This marks the company’s second consecutive recognition at \[…\] The post Capital Trust… ## [Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General as Strategic Partner for ‘Scale Up 2.0’ highlights risk protection as cornerstone for SME growth](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/sri-lanka-insurance-corporation-general-as-strategic-partner-for-scale-up-2-0-highlights-risk-protection-as-cornerstone-for-sme-growth/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL), the nation’s trusted insurer, was the Strategic Partner for ‘Scale Up 2.0 – National SME Forum 2026, a national-level platform organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, held on 11 August 2026 at the Grand Marquee, Taj Samudra Hotel. The Forum was held under the theme ‘Connected. Competitive. \[…\] The post Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation… ## [Janashakthi Finance appoints Ivon Brohier as Chief Financial Officer](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/janashakthi-finance-appoints-ivon-brohier-as-chief-financial-officer/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Janashakthi Finance PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) has appointed Ivon Brohier as Chief Financial Officer, effective 18 August 2026, strengthening its senior leadership team as the Company amplifies its focus on growth, financial performance, and organisational transformation. Ivon brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the financial services sector, with expertise spanning… ## [Rates Quoted By Commercial Banks For Telegraphic Transfers – 20.08.2026](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/rates-quoted-by-commercial-banks-for-telegraphic-transfers-20-08-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ The post Rates Quoted By Commercial Banks For Telegraphic Transfers – 20.08.2026 appeared first on Lanka Business News . ## [AIA powers SLIBA BeyondRisk 5K to inspire wellness across the insurance sector](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/aia-powers-sliba-beyondrisk-5k-to-inspire-wellness-across-the-insurance-sector/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ 20 Aug 2026 – AIA Insurance Lanka Limited is proud to partner with the Sri Lanka Insurance Brokers’ Association (SLIBA) on BeyondRisk 5K, a landmark wellness initiative designed to unite the insurance industry around wellness and industry collaboration. The event will bring together insurance brokers, insurance companies, reinsurance companies, regulators, corporate partners, sponsors, and fitness… ## [Fintech Forum eyes regional markets to scale Sri Lankan fintechs beyond 20 million domestic market](https://www.lankabusinessnews.com/fintech-forum-eyes-regional-markets-to-scale-sri-lankan-fintechs-beyond-20-million-domestic-market/) _2026-08-20 · Lanka Business News · Lanka Business News_ Fintech Forum Sri Lanka Vice Chairman and LOLC Finance PLC Director/CEO Conrad Dias says stronger industry collaboration, supportive regulation and international partnerships could help home-grown fintech companies tap markets of up to 200 million consumers Sri Lanka’s fintech industry must look beyond its domestic market of just over 20 million people and build pathways into \[…\] The post Fintech… ## [Luis Cruz](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/luis-cruz-40/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Luis Cruz Human Resources Business Partner Arconic Age: 35 Home: Eldridge Education: University of Wisconsin — Milwaukee — BFA Childhood hometown: Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico First job? Busser, Regency Suites Hotel, Green Bay, Wisconsin Local mentors? Keli Price, Arconic HR manager, current supervisor; and Kimberly Datisman, Community Health Care, Inc. chief HR officer, former boss \[…\] The post Luis… ## [Harmony Carlberg](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/harmony-carlberg-40/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Harmony Carlberg Senior Manager, Design Technology HNI Workplace Furnishings Age: 35 Home: Davenport Education: Bachelor’s of Fine Arts, interior design Family: Husband, Andy; son, Taran, 5; daughter, Zinnia 2.5; and cat Simba Childhood hometown: Rosemount, Minnesota First job? Shelving books at the library at age 15 Local mentors? Leslie Eichelberger, director, Workplace Experience at HNI \[…\] The… ## [Taylor Beswick](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/taylor-beswick-40/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Taylor Beswick Senior City Planner, AICP, CFM City of Bettendorf Age: 38 Home: Bettendorf Education: MS, urban and regional planning, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands; BA in economics and geography, University of Iowa Family: Girlfriend Meredith, her two sons Nick and Matthew; sisters Melissa and Becca, and dad Ralph Childhood hometown: Rock Island First job? Arthur’s \[…\] The post Taylor… ## [Taylor Adams](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/taylor-adams-40/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Taylor Adams Dispatch/Administrative Assistant International Union of Operating Engineers — Local 150 Age: 36 Home: Coal Valley Education: Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Illinois at Springfield; Associate of Arts from Blackhawk College; and Sherrard High School Family: My husband, Cody, and I have two children, Chesnee (11) and Krew (8) Childhood hometown: \[…\] The post Taylor… ## [Reception planned for new Muscatine Art Center director](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/reception-planned-for-new-muscatine-art-center-director/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ MUSCATINE, Iowa — The Muscatine Art Center and City of Muscatine invite the community to a public reception to welcome Kelly Lao as the center’s new director. Guests will enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and connection from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at the center, located at 1314 Mulberry Ave. The celebration, which is free \[…\] The post Reception planned for new Muscatine Art Center… ## [Hilltop’s Master Plan starts to taking shape Thursday](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/hilltops-master-plan-starts-to-taking-shape-thursday/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ The Hilltop Campus Village (HCV) in Davenport is starting work to implement its new Master Plan. That plan will help make HCV a more welcoming place for businesses and people by improving streets and lighting; creating safety features for pedestrians; showcasing public art and signage; improving landscaping; and creating bicycle lanes and many other projects, \[…\] The post Hilltop’s Master Plan… ## [New marker showcases Dred Scott’s life in the Quad Cities](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/new-marker-showcases-dred-scotts-life-in-the-quad-cities/) _2026-08-19 · Dave Thompson · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Dred Scott – a name engraved in U.S. history in the battle over slavery – has ties to the Quad Cities. Those local ties now can be explored, thanks to a new historical destination marker in place along the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown Rock Island. “It’s important to make a connection to \[…\] The post New marker showcases Dred Scott’s life in the Quad Cities appeared first on Quad… ## [UnityPoint Health–Trinity offers first QC program for blood vessel condition](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/unitypoint-health-trinity-offers-first-qc-program-for-blood-vessel-condition/) _2026-08-19 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ For many people living with peripheral artery disease (PAD), a common condition affecting the blood vessels, even a short walk can be painful. UnityPoint Health – Trinity Heart Center is helping patients take those first steps with confidence by becoming the first in the Quad Cities to offer a supervised exercise rehab program for PAD. \[…\] The post UnityPoint Health–Trinity offers first QC program… ## [HNI announces quarterly dividend](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/hni-announces-quarterly-dividend-4/) _2026-08-18 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ MUSCATINE, Iowa – HNI Corporation announced its board of directors have declared a quarterly dividend of 35 cents per share on its common stock. The dividend will be payable Sept. 11 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Aug. 28, HNI said in a news release Monday, Aug. 17. Headquartered in Muscatine, \[…\] The post HNI announces quarterly dividend appeared first on Quad Cities… ## [QC airport’s July passengers mark busiest month in 13 years](https://quadcitiesbusiness.com/qc-airports-july-passengers-mark-busiest-month-in-13-years/) _2026-08-18 · QCBJ News Staff · Quad Cities Business Journal_ Passenger traffic through the Quad Cities International Airport (QCIA) was flying high in July as the Moline airport recorded its busiest month in nearly 13 years. Leaders with the QCIA credited additional airline capacity and strong passenger demand to helping push traffic at the Moline airport (MLI) to levels not seen since October 2013. According \[…\] The post QC airport’s July passengers mark…