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High School Leadership Academy
The West Des Moines Leadership Academy offers a three-tiered approach of leadership skills training focused on Leading Self, Leading Others, and Leading Community. Continue Reading High School Leadership Academy
More Important Than Ever: The Power of Shopping Local – Why Small Businesses are the Heartbeat of Our Communities
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading More Important Than Ever: The Power of Shopping Local – Why Small Businesses are the Heartbeat of Our Communities
WDM Watch List: Evan Guest
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Evan Guest
Building Bridges to Health Equity: Insights from the First Inclusive Economic Development Event at Des Moines University on Jan 17th, 2025
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Building Bridges to Health Equity: Insights from the First Inclusive Economic Development Event at Des Moines University on Jan 17th, 2025
WDMLA Session Led by Erik Dominguez
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading WDMLA Session Led by Erik Dominguez
WDM Watch List: Connor Young
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Connor Young
Making Your Voice Heard: The Key to Legislative Success
By Robert Palmer, Attorney, Nyemaster Goode, P.C.  It’s tempting to put politics aside once the campaign signs are stored away and the advertisements stop.… Continue Reading Making Your Voice Heard: The Key to Legislative Success
Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Info & History
Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Information 2025 Pitch Competition Brought to you by our Exclusive Pitch Competition Partner National stakeholders created the Athene… Continue Reading Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Info & History
Mel Essex Award Information & Nomination Form
Mel Essex Entrepreneur of the Year Award Information The Legacy of Mel Essex: Champion of Business Excellence Mel Essex was a beacon of hope, innovation,… Continue Reading Mel Essex Award Information & Nomination Form
How to Use Digital Engagement to Build a Brand and Customer Loyalty
By Carrie Horn, Content Manager, and Tonya Goos, Customer Experience Manager  When Wellabe launched its new brand in June 2023, we introduced more to… Continue Reading How to Use Digital Engagement to Build a Brand and Customer Loyalty
WDM Watch List: Megan Pudenz
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Megan Pudenz
Four Must-Have Office Technologies for Modern Workspaces
By Luke Anderson, President of Realty Technology Services | R&R Realty Group  As the world of work evolves, so does the technology that shapes… Continue Reading Four Must-Have Office Technologies for Modern Workspaces
2025 Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application
Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application 2025 Pitch Competition Brought to you by our Exclusive Pitch Competition Partner Benefits of Applying: All pitch… Continue Reading 2025 Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application
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