McGowen Hurst Clark Smith hosts shred and donation event on May 7, 2021
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (March 25, 2021) - McGowen Hurst Clark Smith (MHCS) invites you to join their annual shred and donation event on Friday, May 7, 2021. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the West Des Moines office. This event is free of charge and open to the public. The event will give the community a variety of opportunities to kickstart their spring cleaning, support others, and enjoy some treats while doing so. A list of activities is as follows:Securely
THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES MAY DAY FUNDRAISER
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Iowa Chapter is kicking off CF Awareness Month in May with a fun virtual fundraiser. Please celebrate May Day by purchasing a Virtual May Day Basket for $5 or become a 65 Roses Supporter for $65. The 65 Roses Supporter includes up to 5 Virtual May Day Baskets and recognition throughout CF Awareness Month in May. This is a fun and safe way to reach out to family, friends or your CF Fighter! Each Virtual May Day Basket will include a fun and bright email with a personalized
HEALTHY BIRTH DAY, INC. ANNOUNCES NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR GLENNON DOYLE
HEALTHY BIRTH DAY, INC. ANNOUNCES NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR GLENNON DOYLE AS EVERY WOMAN COUNTS EVENT SPEAKER DES MOINES, Iowa --- (March 11, 2021) --- Healthy Birth Day, Inc. is excited to announce that New York Times bestselling author Glennon Doyle will headline its Seventh Annual Every Woman Counts event. Doyle was the speaker for the first Every Woman Counts event in 2015, and is the author of UNTAMED, which has sold over two million copies.The Count the Kicks Founders' story is described on
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Tallgrass Theatre Company Announces Summer Theatrical Concert Series at the Jamie Hurd Amphitheater
West Des Moines, IA - Tallgrass Theatre Company (TTC) announces their Summer Theatrical Concert Series. In collaboration with West Des Moines Parks and Recreation TTC will be producing two concerts at the new Jamie Hurd Amphitheater. On June 25th and 26th, 2021 Tallgrass Theatre Company will present the Concert Version of the hit Broadway musical The Bridges of Madison County and on July 17th, 2021 Tallgrass Theatre Company will present An Evening with Sondheim; A Musical Theatre Cabaret, featuring local
Iowa PBS and Ballet Des Moines present Acts of Resilience | Vision
Johnston, Iowa — A groundbreaking partnership between dance, music and video arts continues as Iowa PBS and Ballet Des Moines present Acts of Resilience | Vision. The hour-long performance premieres on-air and online Friday, February 5 at 8:30 p.m. with an encore presentation on Sunday, February 7 at 1 p.m.Award-winning and inspiring choreographers designed three separate and compelling ballet performances by Ballet Des Moines highlighting the strength of classically trained dancers while showcasing the
ATHENE RECOGNIZED AS LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY EMPLOYER BY HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN FOUNDATION
Athene rated on Corporate Equality Index for first time in 2021 HAMILTON, Bermuda – January 28, 2021 – Athene Holding Ltd. ("Athene") (NYSE: ATH), a leading provider of retirement savings products, announced today it has been recognized as part of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s annual Corporate Equality Index (CEI). CEI is the national benchmarking tool on corporate policies, practices, and benefits pertinent to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer employees. Athene joins the ranks
Chris Lorenz Announced as the New Executive Vice President of Palmer Group View Larger Image
January 26, 2021, West Des Moines, IA – Palmer Group announces the promotion of Chris Lorenz to Executive Vice President, effective January 4, 2021. This newly created position is part of the overall succession planning strategy of the company. President David Leto states: “Chris has excelled in every role he has held in his seven-year career at Palmer Group, and I am extremely excited to move forward with this important position for our company. Chris has a great passion for the employment industry
StoryStruck Marketing announces new name after rebranding from M Ryan Media
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA — Marketing agency owner Mackenzie Ryan Walters announced this week that the company’s name has changed to StoryStruck Marketing. Walters, who serves as the Chief Storytelling Officer, explained that the new name reflects both the company’s growth and the mission to discover and tell a business or nonprofit’s story to inspire results. The agency serves clients in Iowa and Minnesota.“I believe in the power of a story to inspire results,” said Walters, a former national award-winning
STOREY KENWORTHY REBRAND Des Moines Furniture & Office Supply company has a new identity for 2021
Des Moines, IA (January 18, 2021) - Today, Storey Kenworthy, the Des Moines based office products and furniture supplier, is launching a rebrand with an updated website, branding, logo, and video content are all part of this year-long passion project. John Kenworthy, the President since 2011, is following in his grandfather's footsteps in tackling a transformational project in uncertain times, just as Arthur Kenworthy started Storey Kenworthy right out of the Great Depression in 1936. "It was time. The
WDM Chamber signs Liz Nead as moderator for 2021 Elevate Series
WEST DES MONES, IA (FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2021) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) is proud to announce that Liz Nead, adventure speaker, television host, bestselling author and Emmy award winner, as the 2021 moderator for their women’s empowerment event series Elevate. A diversity speaker and researcher for over a decade, Nead specializes in common language and daily communication around race and cultural differences in the workplace. She balances her passionate work with a thriving
WDM CHAMBER LAUNCHES PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Opportunities await through new West YP program developed by young professionals for young professionals.WEST DES MONES, IA (JANUARY 22, 2021) – The West Des Moines Chamber has launched a new program for young professionals: West YP. It provides the opportunity for emerging leaders across the metro to grow their leadership, make an impact on the community, develop lasting connections, and have memorable experiences. A multitude of benefits and opportunities are available, including:Event fees are waived for
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MAYOR OF WEST DES MOINES PROCLAIMS JANUARY 29 AS WDM DAY OF KINDNESS
Mayor Steve Gaer approved the proclamation for “WDM Day of Kindness,” championed by the WDM Chamber’s Leadership Academy Alumni Committee.WEST DES MONES, IA (JANUARY 20, 2021) – The Mayor of West Des Moines has proclaimed January 29th, 2021 as “West Des Moines Day of Kindness.” This special occasion comes as a result of the WDM Chamber’s Leadership Academy Alumni Committee seeking a way to make a positive impact on the community. Now more than ever, small acts of kindness can make the biggest difference in
LEARN TO LEAD AND SUCCEED WITH LYNN SWANN AT WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S ANNUAL DINNER
WEST DES MONES, IA (January 14, 2021) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced Lynn Swann, former football player, broadcaster, politician, and athletic director, will be the keynote speaker at their 2021 Annual Dinner. The event will take place virtually on Thursday, March 11, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.Born in Tennessee, Swann attended the University of Southern California and played football as a wide receiver where he was a consensus All-American. He is regarded as one of
DMACC ANNOUNCES SPEAKERS FOR 2021 CELEBRATE! INNOVATION SERIES
ciLive! 12 will be held virtually March 10-11 ciLive! at DMACC is celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2021. This year’s event theme is “Amplified” and features nine inspiring speakers from a variety of fields. Speaker presentations will be livestreamed and free for viewers to enjoy via YouTube, Facebook Live and through the free e360TV app available for Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Roku, Android and more. DMACC
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
