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North Central Minority Supplier Development Council
The North Central MSDC partners with our Corporate Members to support their supplier diversity initiatives and with our MBE firms to support their business growth and development. Continue Reading North Central Minority Supplier Development Council
You Belong in Business, a Principal Podcast
On this podcast, entrepreneurs and business experts discuss practical solutions to the challenges small business owners like you face every day. Continue Reading You Belong in Business, a Principal Podcast
Diversify DSM
Diversify DSM is a coalition of small and medium-sized financial services companies that are committed to helping increase diverse and female representation in the DSM community. Continue Reading Diversify DSM
WDM Financial Resources
Download a list of financial resources in West Des Moines and across the state here. Continue Reading WDM Financial Resources
U.S. Small Business Administration
Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the… Continue Reading U.S. Small Business Administration
IEDA Targeted Small Business Program
The Targeted Small Business (TSB) program is designed to help women, individuals with minority status, service-connected disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities overcome some of the hurdles to start or grow a small business in Iowa. Continue Reading IEDA Targeted Small Business Program
IA Source
IASourceLink is the go-to resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners who need help starting, scaling, or accelerating their business in Iowa. Continue Reading IA Source
Community Impact & Engagement Committee
The WDM Chamber DEI Committee is led by attorney, entrepreneur, and management consultant Angela Jackson. The committee meets once a month to discuss initiatives including the Black & Brown Business Summit. Continue Reading Community Impact & Engagement Committee
Reignite CommUNITY
As companies and individuals embark or continue on their journey, this program’s goals are to help amplify businesses and people doing meaningful work for others. The purpose is to learn from and to also elevate those who have created inclusive work environments through their workforce, supplier diversity programs, employee development initiatives, community efforts, and more. Continue Reading Reignite CommUNITY
2021 Black & Brown Business Summit
Visit this page to view recordings from the 2021 Black & Brown Business Summit and visit the virtual vendor fair. Continue Reading 2021 Black & Brown Business Summit
WDM Watch List: Tom Florian
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Tom Florian
WDM Watch List: Britton Klomstad
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Britton Klomstad
Essential Technology to Future-Proof Your Business
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic up-ended the way much of the world conducts business. Many organizations shifted employees to partial or full-time remote work schedules. The most prepared companies already had cloud infrastructure in place and the technology to collaborate remotely.
Meanwhile, other businesses scrambled to assemble the right mix of hardware, software, and services to make the remote situation work for them. Continue Reading Essential Technology to Future-Proof Your Business
WDM Watch List: Claire
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Claire
Knowing Your History: The Val Air Ballroom
The Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines has long been an amazing part of West Des Moines and its history. Before the opening of the Val Air Ballroom in 1938, the original building and grounds were used by the Wilson Rubber Factory. Continue Reading Knowing Your History: The Val Air Ballroom
Welcome to the West – ClaimDOC
Welcome to the West, ClaimDOC! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – ClaimDOC
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