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Key Trends Shaping Latino Business Today in Iowa
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Key Trends Shaping Latino Business Today in Iowa



Exploring the Authentic Flavors of Mexico at El Fogón
By Richard Salas, Editorial Intern Continue Reading Exploring the Authentic Flavors of Mexico at El Fogón

Behind the Heroic Helmets: Deputy Chief Mike Whitsell and the Heart of West Des Moines Fire Department
By Everett Mullican, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Continue Reading Behind the Heroic Helmets: Deputy Chief Mike Whitsell and the Heart of West Des Moines Fire Department

WDM Watch List: Levi Lefebure
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Levi Lefebure




Security Insights about Social Engineering Practices
By Jordan Neal, IT Security Engineer at Aureon In the digital age, where technology influences every aspect of our lives, the threats posed by cybercriminals… Continue Reading Security Insights about Social Engineering Practices

Celebrating Our First Responders – Officer Andre Owen: Bridging Communities and Ensuring The Safety Of Our City
By Everett Mullican, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Continue Reading Celebrating Our First Responders – Officer Andre Owen: Bridging Communities and Ensuring The Safety Of Our City

WDM Watch List: Alexa Strickler
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Alexa Strickler
WDM Chamber Mid-Year 2023 – Success Stories
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading WDM Chamber Mid-Year 2023 – Success Stories

WDM Watch List: Cole Horton
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Cole Horton

Mid-Year Planning: Ignite Your Journey to Success
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Mid-Year Planning: Ignite Your Journey to Success
Thinking About AI? Start with the Business Problem
By Nick J. Mortensen, Eide Bailly Partner Continue Reading Thinking About AI? Start with the Business Problem

West YP Emerging Leader: Alec Hill
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: Alec Hill
Generational Wealth: Passing Down Values, Meaning, and Perspective
By Gretchen Muller , MBA at Foster Group Continue Reading Generational Wealth: Passing Down Values, Meaning, and Perspective

Moving Offices? Make These Technology Decisions Before Move-In Day
By John Spinner, Real Estate Technology Manager, R&R Technology Services Continue Reading Moving Offices? Make These Technology Decisions Before Move-In Day
The Real Benchmark for Your Portfolio: Your Required Rate of Return
By Zach Dalluge, CFP®, CKA® at Foster Group Continue Reading The Real Benchmark for Your Portfolio: Your Required Rate of Return

West YP Emerging Leader: John Brandt
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: John Brandt
A Business Leader’s Guide to Responsible AI
By Lori Love, Eide Bailly Outsourced Accounting Senior Manager | Nick J. Mortensen, Eide Bailly Partner Continue Reading A Business Leader’s Guide to Responsible AI

Why Chambers Matter More Than Ever – Reflections from the ACCE National Convention
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading Why Chambers Matter More Than Ever – Reflections from the ACCE National Convention

West YP Emerging Leader: Hayley Roberts
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: Hayley Roberts

State of the City 2026: Building America’s Best City
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading State of the City 2026: Building America’s Best City
The $10M Question: Do You Need a Family Office?
By Legacy Bridge Private Family Offices Continue Reading The $10M Question: Do You Need a Family Office?
What Are Trump Accounts? Benefits, Features, and Tax Considerations
By Ethan Gascho, CFP® at Foster Group Continue Reading What A