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Strategies for Attracting Top Tech Talent
By Holly Veeder, President of Aureon Consulting With the tech staffing industry expected to grow by only 3% in 2024, recruiting and retaining top… Continue Reading Strategies for Attracting Top Tech Talent
How to Guide a Data Strategy from Good to Great
By Zach Umsted, Manager of Data Governance at Wellabe When used well, data can help bring a company new insights and give it a competitive… Continue Reading How to Guide a Data Strategy from Good to Great
3 Steps for a Successful Launch to Adulthood
By Kristin Economos, M.Ed., owner and founder of The Life Skills Launch, LLC As a leadership educator, I’ve spent fifteen years working with high school… Continue Reading 3 Steps for a Successful Launch to Adulthood
Preparing Your Child for Back to School: Advice from Iowa Clinic Pediatrician, Marissa Michel, MD.
By Marissa Michel, MD, The Iowa Clinic As an Iowa Clinic pediatrician who cares deeply for the health and well-being of children, the back-to-school season… Continue Reading Preparing Your Child for Back to School: Advice from Iowa Clinic Pediatrician, Marissa Michel, MD.
The Looming Estate Tax Trap: What You Need to Know
By Timothy Kadlec, Chief Investment Officer, Legacy Bridge Private Family Offices On January 1, 2026, significant adjustments to the lifetime estate and gift tax… Continue Reading The Looming Estate Tax Trap: What You Need to Know
WDM Watch List: Aleah Vaske
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Aleah Vaske
Meet Dr. Katcherian, Your Iowa Clinic Expert for Dupuytren’s Contracture Relief
By Megan M. Eldred, Marketing Specialist, The Iowa Clinic Unlock hand freedom with an innovative and non-surgical treatment option for Dupuytren’s contracture. Offered by Iowa… Continue Reading Meet Dr. Katcherian, Your Iowa Clinic Expert for Dupuytren’s Contracture Relief
Thinking About AI? Start with the Business Problem
By Nick J. Mortensen, Eide Bailly Partner Continue Reading Thinking About AI? Start with the Business Problem
West YP Emerging Leader: Alec Hill
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: Alec Hill
Generational Wealth: Passing Down Values, Meaning, and Perspective
By Gretchen Muller , MBA at Foster Group Continue Reading Generational Wealth: Passing Down Values, Meaning, and Perspective
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?
What Are Trump Accounts? Benefits, Features, and Tax Considerations
By Ethan Gascho, CFP® at Foster Group Continue Reading What Are Trump Accounts? Benefits, Featur