Blog
Outsourcing Managed Services: What are the Benefits?
By Ben Jensen, Business Development Manager, LaunchIT Running a business today often involves navigating a multitude of operational challenges. From IT infrastructure to cybersecurity, the… Continue Reading Outsourcing Managed Services: What are the Benefits?
Taking Action Transforms Employee Listening Into More Than Lip Service
By Joey Spivey, Senior Learning and Development Specialist, Wellabe Employee listening isn’t a new phenomenon. You’ve probably rolled your eyes at dozens of annual… Continue Reading Taking Action Transforms Employee Listening Into More Than Lip Service
The Future of Senior Living: Why Edencrest is Central Iowa’s Premier Choice
By Kyle Gamble, President & Chief Operating Officer, Hubbell Realty Company As Iowa’s population continues to age, the demand for quality senior living communities… Continue Reading The Future of Senior Living: Why Edencrest is Central Iowa’s Premier Choice
Three Tips to Navigate Uncertainty and Grow in 2025
By Chris Lambert, Senior Vice President, Global Commercial Banking, Bank of America Iowa 2025 has already been a year of transformation, and more changes… Continue Reading Three Tips to Navigate Uncertainty and Grow in 2025
11 Hiring, Recruiting, and Talent Acquisition Trends on the Rise in 2025
By Lisa Reyes, HR Coach, Paychex & Teresa Albino, HR Services Area Manager, Paychex Finding and keeping talent remains a top priority for many… Continue Reading 11 Hiring, Recruiting, and Talent Acquisition Trends on the Rise in 2025
Unlock the Secrets of AV Lingo: 5 Tech Terms You May Not Know
By Missy Berg, Director of Business Development, Markey’s Rental & Staging. To enhance your AV knowledge and help you communicate more effectively with your technical… Continue Reading Unlock the Secrets of AV Lingo: 5 Tech Terms You May Not Know
The Timeless Wisdom of The Golden Book and Its Relevance Today
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading The Timeless Wisdom of The Golden Book and Its Relevance Today
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
Vázquez Law Office
Member Spotlight – Vázquez Law Office Hi, I’m Gabrielle Vázquez, founder of Vázquez Law Office, launched right here in West Des Moines in August 2025.… Continue Reading Vázquez Law Office Continue Reading Vázquez Law Office
What Makes a Workplace Work Today
By Jenny Livingston, Vice President – Human Resources, R&R Realty Group Continue Reading What Makes a Workplace Work Today
Allegra Marketing Print and Mail
Member Spotlight – Allegra Marketing At the core, all of Allegra’s products and services help businesses get noticed, attract customers, and grow. Whether it’s a printed… Continue Reading Allegra Marketing Print and Mail Continue Reading Allegra Marketing Print and Mail
WDM Watch List: Cal Wagner
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Cal Wagner
Reka Luxury Travel
Member Spotlight – Reka Luxury Travel My name is Elaine Ware, and I am the founder of Reka Luxury Travel, a boutique travel design firm.… Continue Reading Reka Luxury Travel Continue Reading Reka Luxury Travel
Building the Future: Exploring Hubbell’s Homebuilding Opportunities
by Brendtly Lauck | Risk Advisory Manager Continue Reading Building the Future: Exploring Hubbell’s Homebuilding Opportunities
WDM Watch List: Nick Paoli
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Nick Paoli
Building an AI-Ready Data Foundation: Turning Information into ROI
by Brendtly Lauck | Risk Advisory Manager Continue Reading Building an AI-Ready Data Foundation: Turning Information into ROI
WDM Watch List: Jessica Amundson
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jessica Amundson
Investing in What Matters: Customers, Properties, and Long-Term Value
By Jeremy Shepherd, President, R&R Realty Group Development Services Corporation Continue Reading Investing in What Matters: Customers, Properties, and Long-Term Value
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