Business Publications Corporation, Inc
Suzanna de Baca has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries. Suzanna currently serves as the President and CEO of Business Publications Corporation, where they manage and leads the award-winning media and communications company. Suzanna was recognized as one of the "10 News Publishers That Do It Right" by Editor & Publisher in 2020 and 2023 for their achievements in the publishing industry.
Prior to their current role, de Baca held the position of President and CEO at Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, where they were responsible for leading and managing a multi-state affiliate of Planned Parenthood. Suzanna also served as President and CEO of the organization's Foundation and advocacy boards in Iowa, Nebraska, and Arkansas.
De Baca's financial services experience includes working as Vice President of Wealth Strategies at Ameriprise Financial Services, where they led various initiatives such as retirement strategy, marketing client acquisition programs, and financial planning field communications and training. Suzanna also served as the National corporate media spokesperson for various financial strategies.
Suzanna has also worked in academia as a Guest Faculty at Iowa State University, where they taught a senior-level securities analysis and portfolio management class. Concurrently, de Baca founded and grew a wealth management firm, Private Capital Solutions Group, offering comprehensive planning and financial services to high net worth individuals and family offices.
Earlier in their career, de Baca held positions at Bank of America as a Senior Vice President in the Private Bank division, at Weiss, Peck & Greer as Managing Director of the Private Client Services Group, at Morgan Stanley in the Private Wealth Management Group, at NeubergerBerman, LLC as a Director in Private Asset Management, and at International Research and Asset Management, Inc. as the Director of Business Development and Investment Consultant.
Overall, de Baca's work experience showcases their leadership, management, and expertise in media, healthcare, financial services, academia, and investment advisory roles.
Suzanna de Baca's education history begins in 1982 when they enrolled at Iowa State University. Suzanna completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Art and Design in 1986. After a few years, they pursued further education and joined Harvard Business School in 1990. Suzanna completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Finance and Marketing in 1992. In 2003, they returned to Harvard Business School to obtain an Entrepreneurship Executive Education Certificate. Finally, in 2018, they attended the Harvard Business School's Executive Education program and earned a certificate in Women on Corporate Boards, specializing in Board Governance.
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Business Publications Corporation, Inc
The Business Record is central Iowa's only independent, locally-owned business media organization. The Business Record is a highly respected publication that strives to support and enrich the central Iowa business and cultural communities by providing essential knowledge, connections and inspiration through innovative products, compelling editorial, stunning visuals and enduring relationships. dsm Magazine is a beautiful magazine published bi-monthly with an e-newsletter published weekly to keep subscribers current on the latest in the arts, culture, cuisine, philanthropy and more. dsm’s popular events, attended by the metro area’s influentials, include unveiling parties; Sages Over 70; and The List party. In the fall of 2012, the magazine group launched a new magazine, titled ia, that showcases the best of the state of Iowa. The Business Record and dsm Magazine are owned by Central Iowa's largest publisher of niche products, Business Publications Corporation, Inc. The company was established in 1983 by Connie Wimer. The company's flagship publications - the Business Record and dsm magazine - were launched in 1983 and 2003, respectively. These award-winning publications reach Greater Des Moines' most influential audiences -- top area business owners and decision-makers and the highest demographic consumers with luxury lifestyles. Its many, popular events for the business community and social sophisticates are well-attended by the leaders in both. In addition, Business Publications Corporation produces several other niche and custom publications throughout the Central Iowa market. They include: ia Magazine, Catch Des Moines, economic development guides for area communities and chambers of commerce, the Book of Lists, the Business Record Daily business e-newsletter, INclusion, Commercial Real Estate Guide, Commercial Real Estate Weekly e-newsletter, Lift IOWA and many more.