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Novel COVID-19 Guidance
IDPH has developed the following guidance for businesses and organizations in Iowa for use in helping to make reopening decisions. Continue Reading Novel COVID-19 Guidance

2019-2020 State of the City
Check out this slideshow with an update on the 2019-2020 State of the City. Continue Reading 2019-2020 State of the City

Revving Up Your Social Media to Sell More
The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce held the third installment in their Business Survival Toolkit series: Revving Up Your Social Media To Sell More: Tips and Tools From the Experts. Continue Reading Revving Up Your Social Media to Sell More

Small Business Recovery Grant
The application deadline for the Small Business Recovery Grant program has been extended to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 31. Continue Reading Small Business Recovery Grant

Educational Resources for Small Business Owners
Explore articles for small business
owners that can help during this challenging time. Continue Reading Educational Resources for Small Business Owners

Leading During Transition & Building a Legacy
Christopher’s Fine Jewelry and Rare Coins shares their expertise on building a legacy and leading during transitions. Continue Reading Leading During Transition & Building a Legacy

Business Resiliency in the Face of a Pandemic
What does recovery look like and what are the ramifications? Continue Reading Business Resiliency in the Face of a Pandemic

WDM Community Impact Survey
Read a status update on how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted WDM businesses. Continue Reading WDM Community Impact Survey

Building a Financial Support System During COVID-19
Insight shared on a wide range of information for building financial support during the pandemic. Continue Reading Building a Financial Support System During COVID-19

Support Local
Find how out you can support a local business during this unprecedented time of need. Continue Reading Support Local

Employers Experiencing Temporary Layoffs
Is your business experiencing temporary layoffs? Continue Reading Employers Experiencing Temporary Layoffs

Businesses Seeking Temporary Employment or Increased Workforce
Is your business seeking temporary or increased workforce? Continue Reading Businesses Seeking Temporary Employment or Increased Workforce

Individuals Seeking Temporary Employment
Are you looking for temporary employment as an individual? Continue Reading Individuals Seeking Temporary Employment

Internet Access
Learn more about options for internet access during these challenging times. Continue Reading Internet Access

Working From Home
Prepare for the physical, mental, emotional, and technological adjustments that come with working from home. Continue Reading Working From Home

Mental Health
There is more to health during this pandemic than physical health. Continue Reading Mental Health


WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister



Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage
By Blake E. Crow, CPA | Eide Bailly Partner/Des Moines Market Leader Continue Reading Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage

WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams


WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp


Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth

WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman

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.)
