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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
DEI Workplace Excellence Awards – Past Award Recipients
The West Des Moines Chamber is thrilled to announce a brand new community-fueled event. Introducing…the Wells Fargo Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Workplace Excellence Awards. Mark your calendars for August 10, 2021. Continue Reading DEI Workplace Excellence Awards – Past Award Recipients
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
Five Dangerous Myths About Cybersecurity
Don’t believe everything you’ve heard about cybersecurity. Cybercrime is on the rise and the danger to your business may be greater than you realize. Underestimating… Continue Reading Five Dangerous Myths About Cybersecurity
Digital Welcome Package & Resources 2022 Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
Below are resources provided by sponsors of the 2022 Athene Black & Brown Business Summit. Athene: About us. Bankers Trust: Helping your business succeed. EMC… Continue Reading Digital Welcome Package & Resources 2022 Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
Give-Back Guidebook
By Emily Hedgecock Now more than ever, Americans are using the power of their time and money to shop ethically, donate to causes they care… Continue Reading Give-Back Guidebook
10 Tips to Building Your Network As a Young Professional
By Alec Wilcox, Associate at Cushman & Wakefield Iowa Commercial Advisors If you’re reading this, you likely already understand the importance of networking, and having… Continue Reading 10 Tips to Building Your Network As a Young Professional
Welcome to the West – Chefs for Seniors
Welcome to the West, Chefs for Seniors! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Chefs for Seniors
BetterCulture
Regardless of business size, industry, or zip code, everyone is facing major workforce challenges–both with talent attraction and retention. What if there was a solution that could help with both? You’ve come to the right place. Hint: it’s all about culture. Continue Reading BetterCulture
Hollywood Learns Making a Movie in Iowa is “Murder” in Joseph LeValley’s Latest Novel
The death of a famous actress rocks the Iowa town of Orney, where a Hollywood movie company is filming on location, in the novel Performing… Continue Reading Hollywood Learns Making a Movie in Iowa is “Murder” in Joseph LeValley’s Latest Novel
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
Cognitive Biases in Investing: 10 Patterns That Affect Your Decisions
By Legacy Bridge Private Family Offices Continue Reading Cognitive Biases in Investing: 10 Patterns That Affect Your Decisions
Why Greater Des Moines Shouldn’t Wait for a National AI Strategy
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading Why Greater Des Moines Shouldn’t Wait for a National AI Strategy
WDM Watch List: Amos Hunter
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Amos Hunter
What Today’s Renters Are Really Looking For
By Lindsay Schlatter, Regional Manager, R&R Realty Group Management Professionals, Inc. Continue Reading What Today’s Renters Are Really Looking For
Should Your Company Become 100% Remote?
By Jim Donovan, CPA | Partner/National Tax Office, Eide Bailly Continue Reading Should Your Company Become 100% Remote?
WDM Watch List: Lydia Broadhead
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Lydia Broadhead
Ellie Davis – Bloomingbeing
Member Spotlight – Bloomingbeing Tell us about you and/or your business I moved back to Des Moines in May of 2025. I grew up here… Continue Reading Ellie Davis – Bloomingbeing Continue Reading Ellie Davis – Bloomingbeing
Cost Segregation: A Smarter Way to Accelerate Depreciation and Improve Cash Flow
By Jim Donovan, CPA | Partner/National Tax Office, Eide Bailly Continue Reading Cost Segregation: A Smarter Way to Accelerate Depreciation and Improve Cash Flow
How “Joy-Based Budgeting” Can Help Consumers Spend Smarter in 2026
By Jenny Livingston, Vice President – Human Resources, R&R Realty Group Continue Reading How “Joy-Based Budgeting” Can Help Consumers Spend Smarter in 2026