Want to learn more about how you can spruce up your brand's communication game and leave a lasting impression? There's still time to register for this week's Top Five for Small Business event with Rachel Abel and Melissa Carlson of 818 - a tiny design empire on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Learn more about the event: https://ow.ly/nXSX50T4X6h. #DSMUSA
Greater Des Moines Partnership
Non-profit Organizations
Des Moines, IA 19,499 followers
United to drive economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region.
About us
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and 365+ Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes Des Moines as the best place to build a business, a career and a future.
- Website
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https://DSMpartnership.com
External link for Greater Des Moines Partnership
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Des Moines, IA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- Economic Development, Downtown Development, Community Development, Workforce Attraction, Workforce Retention, Education, Community Promotion, Public Policy, Education, and Chamber of Commerce Relations
Locations
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Primary
700 Locust St.
Ste. 100
Des Moines, IA 50309, US
Employees at Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Mary Bontrager
Retired Talent Development executive at Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Sid Juwarker
Vice President of Economic Development #DSMUSA
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Mary Anne Kennedy
RETIRED - Promotional Products Sales Consultant - Triplett Office Solutions
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Angie Fagervik-Chia
Senior Community Relations Specialist
Updates
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Greater Des Moines Partnership reposted this
Today is the final day of the 20th annual World Food & Music Festival. Check out the 60+ vendors representing 30 countries until 5 p.m. #GlobalDSM #DSMUSA Greater Des Moines Partnership https://lnkd.in/gpD7nuwu
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Greater Des Moines Partnership reposted this
Purchase your tickets today to attend the 4th Annual, statewide, DEI Workplace Excellence Awards Presented by Chase on Sept 10th at the Iowa Events Center. Hundreds will be in attendance, and it is going to be a night of inspiration & celebration – tickets close Aug 30. With surprise entertainment, meaningful connections, and inspirational stories—this is an evening unlike any other. Leaders and organizations being recognized include: 🌟 DEI Student Leader of the Year: SirMichael Carrington Williams-Thomas 🌟 DEI Emerging Leader of the Year: La Toshia Burrell 🌟 DEI Leader of the Year: Heather Schott 🌟 DEI Ally of the Year: Dr. Erlin K. 🌟 Small Business: Joy Hankins with The Joy of Curls 🌟 Medium Business: Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency 🌟 Large Business: Turner Construction Company 🌟 Nonprofit: Polk County Housing Trust Fund 🌟 Education: Iowa Juneteenth Observance 🌟 Government: West Des Moines Human Rights Commission 🌟 Best Inclusion Initiative: 2024 Aspire to Inspire ERG Conference (Iowa Safe Schools) Thank you to sponsors: Presenting Sponsor CHASE, Gold Sponsor Wellabe, Advocate Sponsor Sammons Financial Group Companies, Champion Sponsors City of West Des Moines, NCMIC, Merchants Bonding Company, IMT Insurance, Supporting Sponsors MWH Law Group LLP Group, Award Sponsor Triplett Office Solutions, AV Sponsor CTI, Video Sponsor FE Studios. 2024 Nonprofit Partners: Embarc, One Iowa, Avenue Scholars Des Moines, The Directors Council, Women Lead Change, CulturALL, Change Course, KASI, Latina Leadership Initiative Of GDM, and Youthful Generations. A big THANK YOU to this year's committee, judges, and the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce Workforce Department Leaders Kara Matheson, SHRM-SCP and Meredith Murphy, SHRM-CP for spearheading this ground-breaking event. Bring friends, family, co-workers, and those who need inspiration and ideas to bring to their organizations and community. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you there! CLICK TO LEARN MORE & REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/emyhzEy #ThisIsIowa #DSMUSA #GoWestWDM #DEIowa
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Greater Des Moines Partnership reposted this
Today, we welcomed 52 new U.S. citizens from 25 countries at the Naturalization Ceremony at the World Food and Music Festival. What an honor to celebrate and share in this special day. To our new citizens and residents: We are so glad you’re here! #DSMUSA Greater Des Moines Partnership
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S1 - EP13 - Growing the Garden Diana Wright 🌻 https://lnkd.in/eu5f8fhg As the Startup Community Builder for Greater Des Moines Partnership, Diana is a leader who uses the art of connection to evolve the #DesMoines startup community. Together, we explore the complexity of entrepreneurial ecosystems, how to plug into a startup community, and ways ecosystem allies can push through dips by brewing diverse energy into the mix.
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This morning before the World Food & Music Festival sponsored by Veridian Credit Union loff with the annual Naturalization Ceremony sponsored by IHMVCU, ceremony participants took part in the first resource fair at the John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center. Several community partners came together to discuss resources available to these incoming citizens. #globalDSM
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Learn how Gross-Wen Technologiesis revolutionizing water treatment using algae at the next Entrepreneurship Field Days. The team will share insights on scaling HardTech, navigating sales processes, and creating value-added products from wastewater treatment. This event is sponsored by the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Register for the event today: https://ow.ly/qXFf50T3rws. #DSMUSA
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Want to learn more about embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in your business? The third cohort of the DEI Management Certification program with Schabel Solutions is just about to begin. Attendees learn about how to build and sustain a successful DEI workforce, workplace and marketplace practices. Register today: https://ow.ly/A1op50T3qeL. #DSMUSA
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Tocia Hanna has joined the Greater Des Moines Partnership team as our Executive Assistant. Welcome to Team Partnership, Tocia! #DSMUSA
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Greater Des Moines Partnership reposted this
Thanks to the City of Grimes and Grimes Chamber & Economic Development for meeting with us. The momentum continues in Grimes with more economic development projects, housing, and quality of life amenities. We are proud to partner with Grimes to drive economic growth in the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 11-county region. #DSMUSA