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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
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
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
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