AREA Podcast
The Ames Regional Economic Alliance presents the AREA Podcast, showcasing the voices shaping Ames and the surrounding region. Each episode will feature in-depth conversations with community and business leaders, sharing their personal stories, professional journeys, and insights into the innovation and growth driving our area forward. Tune in to discover the people and ideas making a difference in our vibrant region. The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright.
Episodes

4 days ago
#002 - Rick Sanders
4 days ago
4 days ago
On AREA Podcast episode #002, we are joined by Rick Sanders, President of the Iowa State University Research Park. Home to over 130 companies across 550 acres, the Research Park serves as a regional hub for innovation and plays a key role in developing CyTown at the Iowa State Center.
The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com
Continental Manufacturing Chemist - https://continentalmfgchemist.com

Sunday Mar 09, 2025
#001 - Debi Durham
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
On AREA Podcast episode #001, we are joined by Debi Durham, Director of Iowa Economic Development Authority. From attracting national brands to the region to supporting expansion projects, we’re going to talk to Iowa’s biggest advocate about the importance of economic development across the state.
The AREA Podcast is presented by:
Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com
Continental Manufacturing Chemist - https://continentalmfgchemist.com

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
AREA Podcast Trailer
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Our community is full of incredible stories, and we have the privilege of sharing many through print and digital media. Now, we’re bringing those stories to life on the AREA Podcast from the Ames Regional Economic Alliance!
From groundbreaking startups to legacy businesses, community builders to big thinkers—if it’s making an impact, you’ll hear about it here.
This is the AREA Podcast—personal stories, professional journeys. First episode drops soon.