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Exploring the Authentic Flavors of Mexico at El FogĂ³n
By Richard Salas, Editorial Intern Continue Reading Exploring the Authentic Flavors of Mexico at El FogĂ³n

Behind the Heroic Helmets: Deputy Chief Mike Whitsell and the Heart of West Des Moines Fire Department
By Everett Mullican, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Continue Reading Behind the Heroic Helmets: Deputy Chief Mike Whitsell and the Heart of West Des Moines Fire Department

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




Security Insights about Social Engineering Practices
By Jordan Neal, IT Security Engineer at Aureon In the digital age, where technology influences every aspect of our lives, the threats posed by cybercriminals… Continue Reading Security Insights about Social Engineering Practices

Celebrating Our First Responders – Officer Andre Owen: Bridging Communities and Ensuring The Safety Of Our City
By Everett Mullican, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Continue Reading Celebrating Our First Responders – Officer Andre Owen: Bridging Communities and Ensuring The Safety Of Our City

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

WDM Chamber Mid-Year 2023 – Success Stories
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading WDM Chamber Mid-Year 2023 – Success Stories


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

Mid-Year Planning: Ignite Your Journey to Success
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Mid-Year Planning: Ignite Your Journey to Success


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