Davis Brown Voted “Best Law Firm” by West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Davis Brown Law Firm is proud to be recognized as “Best Law Firm” by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce in the first annual “Best of the West” awards. For Davis Brown, being “the best” means:In good times and bad, we are committed to showing up for each other, our clients, and our communityHelping clients and policy leaders by identifying issues, answering questions, and solving problemsWorking hard now to make us better and stronger in the future The Chamber asks citizens to vote for their
Evora Group recognized among Best of the West
The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and City of West Des Moines announced the winners of the first annual UScellular™ Best of the West Awards, recognizing Evora Group as the 2020 Community Vote Winner in the Best Small Employer to Work for category. Evora Group who is celebrating 25 years of business in 2020, is a three-time winner of the Top Workplace in Iowa award and is excited to receive special recognition from our local community in West Des Moines. “2020 has certainly been a year where we see
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce celebrates Annual Small Business Saturday® virtually
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce celebrates the 2020 holiday season and 11th Annual Small Business Saturday® virtually as an American Express® Neighborhood Champion. WEST DES MONES, IA (November 17, 2020) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) announced today that, as a member of the American Express® Neighborhood Champion Program, it will be highlighting its small business membership through a social media campaign as part of Small Business Saturday, which takes place on Nov 28 and
ATHENE PARTNERS WITH DES MOINES PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE COATS & BOOTS TO CHILDREN DESPITE COVID
WEST DES MONES, IA (November 12, 2020) – Athene USA (“Athene”), a leading provider of retirement savings products, donated winter clothing essentials to nearly 1,500 children at Cattell, McKinley, Howe and Studebaker elementary schools through its annual Coats & Boots program. Now in its 27th year, Coats & Boots originally started as a relief effort to provide support to victims of the 1993 floods. The program has evolved into a 27-year legacy program that has supplied coats and boots to an estimated
Can’t make it to the gym? No worries. Now the gym will come to you!
West Des Moines, IA - Fitness Nomad, a mobile personal training service, is announcing the launch of their new company today. They will be providing personal training along with other fitness and wellness services in the comfort and convenience of your own home, business, or location of choice. Beyond personal training they also offer small group training, corporate wellness services, virtual training and Healthy Behavior Change coaching. Their unique custom-engineered equipment allows them to bring top
AS COVID-19 HOSPITALIZATIONS INCREASE, NEED FOR CONVALESCENT PLASMA BECOMES CRITICAL
DES MOINES, Iowa (November 11, 2020) – LifeServe Blood Center, the sole provider of blood to more than 120 hospitals across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota, is seeking community members who have tested positive for COVID-19 or have COVID-19 antibodies to donate convalescent plasma to meet the dramatically rising plasma needs of local hospitals. As the number of daily COVID-19 cases in our region rises, so does the need for convalescent plasma (CCP) in local hospitals. This month has seen the highest CCP
WDM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND CITY OF WEST DES MOINES ANNOUNCE USCELLULAR™ BEST OF THE WEST AWARDS
WEST DES MOINES, IA (NOVEMBER 9, 2020) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) and City of West Des Moines are proud to announce the winners of the first annual Best of the West Awards (BOW) presented by UScellular™. BOW is a West Des Moines (WDM) focused, community-voted contest featuring 50 business categories.BOW winners will receive a window cling featuring the 2020 BOW logo identifying them as a winner, a plaque featuring the 2020 BOW logo identifying them as a winner and a logo for use
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ATHLETIC DIRECTOR GARY BARTA TO SPEAK AT WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER NOVEMBER LUNCHE
WEST DES MONES, IA (November 3, 2020) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) is excited to bring Gary Barta, Director of Athletics at the University of Iowa, to speak at their monthly member luncheon on Thursday, November, 12. This event, which will take place virtually, is open both to members of the WDM Chamber and any other interested individuals in the community.Gary Barta is currently in his 15th year as the University of Iowa’s Athletic Director. Throughout his tenure, the Waterloo,
Free training on crafting your elevator pitch to be shared virtually through the Greater Des Moines
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa -- Every company needs an elevator pitch — and every pitch needs a compelling story. Are you crafting your pitch well? Join the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s free, virtual training on crafting your elevator pitch on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 9-10 a.m. Mackenzie Ryan Walters, owner and chief storytelling officer with M Ryan Media, will share the top five elements of an elevator pitch, including the 3 questions every pih should address. Audience participation will be incorporated
WDM CHAMBER UNVEILS NEW COMMITTEE FOCUSED ON COMMUNITY EVENTS
WEST DES MONES, IA (OCTOBER 20, 2020) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) today announced the date for the first meeting of their newly established Explore WDM Committee. This committee, headed by WDM Chamber Vice Chair Therese Wielage, was formed to help amplify West Des Moines (WDM) venues and to attract and create events for the entire region to enjoy.The WDM Chamber’s recently revised vision statement is to make West Des Moines the best suburban city in America to live, work, and
Best Beef Dish of DSM Restaurant Week 2020
The Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC) has been a long-standing sponsor of dsm Restaurant Week as a way to pay tribute to the talented chefs that prepare an enjoyable and affordable eating experience with beef. With the goal to elevate and celebrate the food service industry in the Des Moines area, this 10-day event gives restaurants the freedom to create a specialized menu for customers and encourages locals to try new places. This year IBIC wanted to raise the steaks and showcase palate-pleasing beef
Microsoft Skills Initiative
The COVID-19 pandemic has created an economic crisis. As societies have started to reopen, the economy looks different from what it was in January, and we are seeing an increase in jobs requiring digital skills. In a post-COVID-19 world, all people—especially those from the hardest hit industries and most vulnerable communities—will need to learn new skills to rejoin the workforce prepared for in-demand roles in a more digital economy. That’s why Microsoft, LinkedIn, and GitHub are bringing together the
Estes Construction Celebrates 50 Years In Business
Des Moines, IA: Estes Construction Celebrates 50 Years In Business. The small construction company that started as a one-person operation on a card table has grown over five decades into a multi-company business with about 400 employees in nine offices throughout the Midwest. The company is celebrating 50 years in business this fall and opened its Des Moines office four years ago. Jim and Lori Estes grew their company by working hard, giving back to the community, and setting high expectations for
Iowa Announces COVID-19 Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program
Iowa Announces COVID-19 Residential Utility Disruption Prevention ProgramFinancial Assistance Available to Eligible Low-Income Iowans for COVID-19 Utility Disruption Prevention October 9, 2020 (DES MOINES) – Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced the launch of the new Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program. The program will provide eligible households with up to $2,000 towards electric, natural gas and water bills if they are at risk of
Athene Earns 2021 Military Friendly® and Military Friendly® Spouse Employer Designations
West Des Moines, Iowa — October 6, 2020 — Athene Holding Ltd. through its U.S. insurance subsidiary, Athene USA, has earned both the 2021 Military Friendly® and Military Friendly® Spouse Employer designations, representing the top tier of institutions who provide the best opportunities for military service members and spouses. Athene USA is a leading provider of retirement savings products.“Receiving the Military Friendly® Employer and Military Friendly® Spouse designations for a fifth consecutive year is
IMT Insurance Awarded as One of America’s Best-In-State Insurance Companies 2021
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA, October 2, 2020 —IMT Insurance has been recognized as part of Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Best-In-State Insurance Companies 2021. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on September 30th, 2020 and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website. IMT Insurance was ranked second in the Iowa Auto insurance category.Forbes and Statista selected America’s
WOMEN LEAD CHANGE LAUNCHES SURVEY FOR COMPREHENSIVE WOMEN’S WORKFORCE RESEARCH
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Women Lead Change, in partnership with the University of Illinois at Chicago, has released a survey in which results are aimed at being able to better understand the range of challenges that working women face amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Adult women currently working and living in the U.S. are eligible for this voluntary study at https://uic.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6tgjHOMNpRiUeWN . “This is a unique data set. Wo men Lead Change is more committed than ever to supporting our
SBA Tops $10 Million in Disaster Assistance Loans
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West announced today that SBA has approved more than $10 million in federal disaster loans for Iowa businesses and residents impacted by severe storms that occurred Aug. 10, 2020. According to Garfield, SBA has approved $10,183,400 for businesses and residents to help rebuild and recover from this disaster. “SBA’s disaster assistance employees are committed to helping businesses
2020 DSM Restaurant Week Best Egg Appetizer Winner
Urbandale, Iowa (September 22, 2020) - Iowa Egg Council is excited to announce Vino209 Wine Bar & Bistro in West Des Moines, Iowa is the 2020 DSM Restaurant Week winner of the Best Egg Appetizer! Their winning dish was the Bacon & Egg Salad - 63° egg, candied pork belly, pecorino meringue, basil macerated peaches, savory sabyon, smoked egg yolk, everything spice crostini. Restaurant goers were encouraged to visit Iowaegg.org to place their vote for their favorite egg appetizer. Iowa Egg Council Executive
West Des Moines Leadership Academy Class Selected
The West Des Moines Leadership Academy, a program of the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, has announced its 2020 – 2021 class. This nine-month program will guide emerging leaders on a path to leadership effectiveness by experiential learning, critical thinking and a community impact project. The selected class members include: Cole Amstutz ServiceMaster by Rice Sarah Borchers Aureon Jordan Bouslog Cushman & Wakefield Iowa Commercial Advisors Gwen Brandt First National Bank Peter
