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
Apr 16, 2025
Apr 16, 2025
46 min
On AREA Podcast episode #004, we are joined by Jill Klindt, Chief Financial Officer of Workiva. Serving over 6,000 companies with their financial reporting and data compliance needs, Workiva is one of Iowa’s most notable start-up success stories.
The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com
Continental Manufacturing Chemist - https://continentalmfgchemist.com
Colorbiotics - https://www.colorbiotics.com
Apr 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025
47 min
On AREA Podcast episode #003, we are joined by John Wyffels, President of Wyffels Hybrids. Now in its 3rd generation of leadership, being “fiercely independent” is at the core of this family-owned business that is expanding west with a new facility in Ames.
The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com
Continental Manufacturing Chemist - https://continentalmfgchemist.com
Colorbiotics - https://www.colorbiotics.com
Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
44 min
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
Mar 9, 2025
Mar 9, 2025
46 min
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
Feb 27, 2025
Feb 27, 2025
47 sec
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.