BBB, Greater Iowa

09/02/2026

Scammers are finding new ways to steal personal information. Iowa officials are warning about a sophisticated insurance scam involving stolen credentials and unauthorized policies.

Stay alert, verify who you’re dealing with, and report suspicious activity.

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Insurance Division wants consumers to be wary of scammers operating a “sophisticated” licensing and identity theft scheme. IID is warning consumers, jo…

09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest BBB Accredited Businesses across Greater Iowa! We’re proud to recognize these businesses for their commitment to trust, integrity, and serving their customers well. Welcome to the BBB community!

08/31/2026

Scammers are using AI and advanced technology to make fraudulent calls and texts more convincing and harder to spot. BBB reminds consumers to be cautious with unexpected messages, use spam filters, and let unknown calls go to voicemail.

A new Better Business Bureau study shows scam calls and text messages are rising sharply as fraudsters use artificial intelligence and automated tools.

08/31/2026

Join us Tuesday morning for this free, online webinar! Learn how to improve conversations with your team, clients, and even yourself.

Strong communication is at the heart of every thriving business. You’ll discover how to adapt your communication style, build rapport quickly, and avoid unnecessary conflict. Learn how to improve conversations with your team, clients, and even yourself. We’ll introduce you to the DISC model and how to use it for influence and clarity.

• Communicate more effectively with your team and your clients.
• Learn how to adapt your style to improve conversations and reduce conflict.
• Use DISC profiling to build influence, trust, and clarity.
• Strengthen relationships and leadership through better communication.

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-rapport-through-communication-tickets-1986839848471

08/28/2026

Better conversations = better business. Join BBB Greater Iowa on Sept. 1 at 9 a.m. for Build Rapport Through Communication and learn how to connect, communicate, and lead more effectively. It’s free and online! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-rapport-through-communication-tickets-1986839848471

08/27/2026

🎉 Our BBB family is growing! Help us welcome our newest BBB Accredited Businesses. Check out their websites, discover what they offer, and keep them in mind the next time you’re looking for a trusted local company. 💙

08/26/2026

Strong communication is at the heart of every thriving business. You’ll discover how to adapt your communication style, build rapport quickly, and avoid unnecessary conflict. Learn how to improve conversations with your team, clients, and even yourself. We’ll introduce you to the DISC model and how to use it for influence and clarity.

Learn to:

• Communicate more effectively with your team and your clients.
• Learn how to adapt your style to improve conversations and reduce conflict.
• Use DISC profiling to build influence, trust, and clarity.
• Strengthen relationships and leadership through better communication.

Details you need to know:

• When: Tuesday, September 1, 9:00 - 10:00 am
• Where: Online Webinar - join from anywhere! Sessions are not recorded, so plan to attend live!
• Who: Ideal for small business owners
• Why: Learn how to make the most of your communications and build rapport with your team and your customers.

Reserve your seat - register now! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-rapport-through-communication-tickets-1986839848471

08/22/2026

Strong communication can make a big difference in your business.

In this free, one-hour virtual session, you’ll learn how to:

• Communicate more effectively with your team and clients
• Adapt your communication style to improve conversations and reduce conflict
• Use DISC profiling to build influence, trust, and clarity
• Strengthen relationships and leadership through better communication

Whether you’re talking with employees, customers, or business partners, understanding how others communicate can help you build stronger connections and get better results.

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-rapport-through-communication-tickets-1986839848471

08/19/2026

AI can improve customer service, but it shouldn't replace the human touch. A new BBB study found that 90% of reviews mentioning AI and automation were negative. Learn what businesses should consider when using AI to serve customers.

BBB study finds consumers are frustrated with AI customer service and want easier access to human support.

08/16/2026

Better communication can make work a whole lot easier. Learn how to better connect with your team, communicate with clients, reduce unnecessary conflict, and build stronger relationships.

We’ll introduce you to the DISC model and show you how understanding different communication styles can help you:

• Adapt the way you communicate
• Build trust and rapport faster
• Handle difficult conversations more effectively
• Strengthen your leadership skills
• Create more clarity with your team and clients

Whether you’re leading a team, working with customers, or simply want to become a better communicator, you’ll walk away with practical tools you can start using right away.

Ready to communicate with more confidence?

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-rapport-through-communication-tickets-1986839848471