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Shimae Obie

Shimae Obie is the CEO of Obie VA Services, a full-service virtual assistant firm located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Obie is also a news assistant at Black Iowa News.

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Shimae's Latest Articles

Back 2 School Revival Conference at Corinthian Baptist Church

Join Corinthian Baptist Church for the Youth Young Adult Back 2 School Revival, featuring Minister Shawndell Young, Sept 27-28!

New exhibit at the African American Museum of Iowa

The African American Museum of Iowa's exhibit "Racist Things" explores dehumanizing imagery in homes, available to view until Aug 16, 2025.

2024 Iowa African American Hall of Fame Honorees

The Iowa African American Hall of Fame will honor 2024 inductees on Sept 21 at the State Historical Building in Des Moines.

Empowerment Symposium for Black and Brown Professionals

Empowerment Symposium, Sept 19-20 in Iowa City. Keynote speakers, workshops, live podcast, and concert! Empower Black & Brown leaders.

Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit Pitch Competition

The Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit offers pitch contest for new, immigrant-owned businesses. Apply by Oct 1 for the event in Ankeny, IA.

Oakridge Neighborhood appoints new president and CEO

Deidre DeJear appointed president & CEO of Oakridge Neighborhood, aiming to continue its impactful work in the heart of Des Moines.

Iowa Black Alumni Association to host bi-annual family picnic

Join IBAA's Hawkeye alumni cookout on August 3, 12-6:30pm at Dan Ryan Woods #6 in Chicago. Contact Joey Thurman for more info.

Local organizations partner to host Youth & Family Cookout

Greater Opportunities and partners will host a free event with food, games, and other activities on June 30, 3-6 p.m., at Evelyn Davis Park.

Event in Cedar Rapids in observance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Join the African American Museum of Iowa at 6-7:30 p.m. on July 2, for a talk with Dr. Dave Markward about his memoir.

Hip-Hope’s Cornbread Festival and summer program coming soon

Hip-Hope Inc. announces the Corn Bred Cornbread Festival on July 27, in Des Moines, and a youth summer program from June 24 to July 30.