West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce Announces Recipient of the 2026 Mel Essex Entrepreneur of the Year Award
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (March 31, 2026) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced Ying Sa, CEO at Community CPA & Associates, Inc. as the recipient of the 2026 Mel Essex Entrepreneur Award. Sa will be honored at the Sixth Annual Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit, presented by Chase. The Summit will take place at the Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel on April 14–15. Sa is the founder and Principal Certified Public Accountant at Community CPA. The firm provides tax, audit,
These Are Critical Factors Small Businesses Should Consider When Planning for Growth
Growth is exciting — but it’s also one of the riskiest phases for any small business. Whether you’re hiring your first employee, entering a new market, or scaling operations, the decisions you make now will shape your company’s long-term trajectory. Planning well means balancing ambition with sustainable structure. Building Solid Proposals to Win Clients and Projects One overlooked driver of growth is how effectively you communicate your value. A strong proposal isn’t just paperwork — it’s your
