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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 2026 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

Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application
Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application 2026 Pitch Competition Brought to you by our Exclusive Pitch Competition Partner Benefits of Applying: All pitch… Continue Reading Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit Pitch Competition Application

Key Considerations for Expanding your Business Internationally
By Chris Lambert, Senior Vice President, Global Commercial Banking, Bank of America Iowa  As commerce becomes increasingly integrated on a global scale, many companies… Continue Reading Key Considerations for Expanding your Business Internationally

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


Creating Tomorrow’s Workspace
By Chris Curran, Senior Vice President | R&R Realty Group & Maria Davis, Vice President | R&R Realty Group  Finding the right office space… Continue Reading Creating Tomorrow’s Workspace


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.)
