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Insights on LeadHERship: Lessons from the TINA TALKS Event 2023
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Insights on LeadHERship: Lessons from the TINA TALKS Event 2023

A Career Filled with Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities
By Richard Salas, Editorial Intern Continue Reading A Career Filled with Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities

#DMDC2023 Recap
By Katherine Harrington, President/CEO Continue Reading #DMDC2023 Recap

Mayor Russ Trimble – State of the City Address 2023
By Katherine Harrington, President/CEO Continue Reading Mayor Russ Trimble – State of the City Address 2023

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

Welcome to the West – The Joint Chiropractic
Welcome to the West, The Joint Chiropractic! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – The Joint Chiropractic

Get To Know Kourtney Perry and Ladie Lex Scented Candles
By Richard Salas, Editorial Intern Continue Reading Get To Know Kourtney Perry and Ladie Lex Scented Candles
Change: How to Make Big Things Happen
By Katherine Harrington, President/CEO Continue Reading Change: How to Make Big Things Happen

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

Welcome to the West – Regenerative Medicine of Iowa
Welcome to the West, Regenerative Medicine of Iowa! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Regenerative Medicine of Iowa


It’s Summer Conference Season!
By Katherine Harrington, President/CEO Continue Reading It’s Summer Conference Season!

Reflecting On The Last Three Years
By Katherine Harrington, President/CEO Continue Reading Reflecting On The Last Three Years


Welcome to the West – Hire DSM & Recruit DSM
Welcome to the West, Hire DSM & Recruit DSM! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Hire DSM & Recruit DSM
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?