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Welcome to the West – Posey and Jett’s
Welcome to the West, Posey & Jett’s! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Posey and Jett’s
On Point Strategies
By Colson Thayer, Editorial Intern
Member Spotlight – On Point Strategies Continue Reading On Point Strategies
A Reflection: 2022 Chamber of the Year Finalist
The journey to being one of three nominees in the nation (our first time applying!) for the national Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ Chamber of the Year Award started when I became President & CEO of the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce on April 1, 2020. Continue Reading A Reflection: 2022 Chamber of the Year Finalist
Heart of Iowa Marketplace
By Colson Thayer, Editorial Intern
Member Spotlight – MoMere Continue Reading Heart of Iowa Marketplace
Trendy Diets & Weight Loss Supplements vs. Medical Weight Loss Programs
By Elsey Strube, RD, LD, Clinic Leader, Iowa Weight Loss Specialists The internet seems to be advertising weight loss programs more than ever before. It… Continue Reading Trendy Diets & Weight Loss Supplements vs. Medical Weight Loss Programs
MoMere
By Colson Thayer, Editorial Intern
Member Spotlight – MoMere Continue Reading MoMere
WDM Watch List: Amy Ganoe
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Amy Ganoe
Chocolate Storybook
By Colson Thayer, Editorial Intern
Member Spotlight – Chocolate Storybook Continue Reading Chocolate Storybook
Welcome to the West – Big Roofing
Welcome to the West, Big Roofing! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Big Roofing
Aventura, West Des Moines- based 55+ active adult community, part of growing national trend
By Kris Saddoris, Vice President of Multifamily Development, Hubbell Realty Company As the housing market continues its competitive streak and for-sale, single-family homes fly off… Continue Reading Aventura, West Des Moines- based 55+ active adult community, part of growing national trend
Tina Talks
Tina Talks provides 8 of the region’s top female leaders the stage to share their stories and inspire others on how to succeed in business and life Continue Reading Tina Talks
Welcome to the West – 9Round Fitness
Welcome to the West, 9Round Fitness! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – 9Round Fitness
WDM Watch List: Morgan Hurd
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Morgan Hurd
Welcome to the West – Live Hydration Spa
Welcome to the West, Live Hydration Spa! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Live Hydration Spa
Welcome to the West – Cirque Wonderland
Welcome to the West, Cirque Wonderland! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Cirque Wonderland
WDM Watch List: Brooke Preston
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Brooke Preston
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?
Three Cash Flow Management Tips for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
By Mark Hoger, Business Banking Relationship Manager at Bank of America Iowa Continue Reading Three Cash Flow Management Tips for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses