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WDM Watch List
Standout leader from the community featured each month Continue Reading WDM Watch List
Defend against ransomware attacks with ProCare
Ransomware is a type of malware, or malicious software, that threatens to publish the victim’s data or block access to it until they pay a ransom. Ransomware attacks may target individuals or organizations. These types of cybersecurity attacks are on the rise around the world.
What is the risk of a ransomware attack and how can you protect your business? Keep reading to learn more about these cybersecurity threats and a new way to defend against them. Continue Reading Defend against ransomware attacks with ProCare
WDM Watch List: Jake Kirpes
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jake Kirpes
Welcome to the West – Raccoon River Press
Welcome to the West, Raccoon River Press! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Raccoon River Press
Brewing up Connections
By Meghan Kearney, Marketing Specialist, Bank Iowa. At an early age, my parents vigorously encouraged me to make friends and to find opportunities to be… Continue Reading Brewing up Connections
Welcome to the West – Honest Wrenches
Welcome to the West, Honest Wrenches! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Honest Wrenches
WDM Watch List: Gretchen
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Gretchen
Reconnect with colleagues through walking on October 6
Strong social ties can have a direct and positive impact on overall health. However, over the past 18 months, the ways we have connected with… Continue Reading Reconnect with colleagues through walking on October 6
Good Sleep = Good Health
By Tyler Bertroche, MD Good sleep is key to a lot of things – your overall health, your level of energy, your ability to focus… Continue Reading Good Sleep = Good Health
Prioritizing Health is More Important Than Ever
By Lexi Brandon, Senior Marketing Communications Specialist, UnityPoint Health – Des Moines As a Marketing Communications professional with UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, I have… Continue Reading Prioritizing Health is More Important Than Ever
DEI Workplace Excellence Awards – Application Confirmation
The inaugural Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Workplace Excellence Awards is a community-fueled event. We want to recognize our companies who exemplify an inclusive work environment through their workforce, programs, and employee development initiatives. Continue Reading DEI Workplace Excellence Awards – Application Confirmation
2021 Black & Brown Business Summit Vendor Fair
Visit the 2021 Black & Brown Business Summit Virtual Vendor Fair, featuring 28 businesses.
Tips for a Fast – Paced Housing Market
The summer home buying season is upon us – are you prepared to buy a home? With low inventory and sales prices climbing, this is a challenging time to be house hunting. Here are a few tips to be competitive. Continue Reading Tips for a Fast – Paced Housing Market
WDMLA Alumni
The purpose of the WDMLA alumni group is to support the overall program’s vision of building strong leaders and positively influencing the community.
Strong leaders have strong networks, and the relationships of this program continue to grow past the 9-months of curriculum. The alumni committee creates fun, engaging opportunities each quarter for alumni to re-connect and expand their network through the 400+ alumni base.
The alumni also helps with recruitment efforts and provide guidance to the current class for their class project. Continue Reading WDMLA Alumni
WDM Watch List: Jordan Bouslog
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jordan Bouslog
Rethink Iowa
Rethink Iowa™ is a community-led research and design fellowship that explores the relationship between philanthropy, economic health, and economic inclusion of historically disenfranchised communities throughout Iowa. Continue Reading Rethink Iowa
Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce – “The WEST Report: Mid-Year Momentum 2025” – (WEST = Work. Engage. Serve. Thrive.)
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce – “The WEST Report: Mid-Year Momentum 2025” – (WEST = Work. Engage. Serve. Thrive.)
Building the Dream (Property Management) Team
By Mike Herrmann, Advantage Property Management President In the ever-evolving world of commercial real estate, an effective property management team is all about creating solutions… Continue Reading Building the Dream (Property Management) Team
Interview Do’s and Don’ts in the Age of AI
By Nick McFall, VP Sales Management – Consulting Interviews have changed. Not because the questions are drastically different, but because the tools job seekers now… Continue Reading Interview Do’s and Don’ts in the Age of AI
How Performance Management Impacts Your Bottom Line
The distribution of funds is a complicated process for all industries. From salary increases and raises to annual performance reviews, leadership teams have much to… Continue Reading How Performance Management Impacts Your Bottom Line
Building a Positive Customer-Broker Relationship
By Jonny Bosworth & Grant Tucker, R&R Real Estate Advisors  In real estate, every transaction begins with something more important than property—trust. Whether helping… Continue Reading Building a Positive Customer-Broker Relationship
Daring to Dream: Lessons from Christine Ha
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Daring to Dream: Lessons from Christine Ha
5 Principles for Successful Product Development
By Ed Croushore, VP, Product Solutions at Wellabe  Whether you’re refreshing an existing product or developing a new one, many factors can help or… Continue Reading 5 Principles for Successful Product Development
How to Choose the Best Health Insurance for Your Organization
Authored by Connectify HR, a locally owned and operated Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Â Navigating health insurance and employee benefits can be overwhelming and time-consuming… Continue Reading How to Choose the Best Health Insurance for Your Organization