Greater Des Moines Partnership

Join us for the Multicultural Reception and Roundtable on Tuesday, June 25 with the City of Des Moines. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with diverse professionals, engage in insightful discussions on DEI topics and enjoy local cuisine. Don't miss this chance to build relationships and contribute to an inclusive community in #DSMUSA.

The Waukee Aspiring Professional Experience (APEX) Summer STEM Camp allows students to dive into hands-on learning experiences in robotics, coding and more. This community-driven initiative is inspiring the next generation of innovators. Check out how local businesses and educators are coming together to make STEM education fun and accessible. #DSMUSA

PODCAST: This third-generation family-owned business transformed from a humble dairy farm into a thriving 18-hole golf course in Pleasant Hill. In the most recent Small Business & Startup Stories podcast, Allison Brady discusses the origin story of Toad Valley Golf Course, highlighting how the business has embraced innovation and created a welcoming community space over the years. Listen to the full episode: https://ow.ly/YtKj50SuaON. #DSMUSA

The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, Ryan Moon, has successfully graduated from the Institute for Organization Management (IOM) program. Congratulations, Ryan! Learn more: https://ow.ly/a0ol50Su5l2. #DSMUSA

Elevate your leadership skills with the DEI Management Certification Program! The Greater Des Moines Partnership and Schabel Solutions are offering a comprehensive program that equips business leaders with the tools to build inclusive cultures. Participants like Ida Wood from Paychex have gained valuable insights to drive positive change in their organizations. Don't miss this chance to transform your workplace. Register by Tuesday, Aug. 20: https://ow.ly/CyOS50SsOhb. #DSMUSA

Congratulations to Tiffany Tauscheck, CCE, IOM & CDME for celebrating one year in the role of President & CEO of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Under her leadership, our region has continued to thrive and grow. Tiffany's passion for regional collaboration, economic development, talent development, small business growth and enhancing Greater Des Moines (DSM)'s quality of life has been evident in every initiative.  Thank you, Tiffany, for your tireless efforts in making our community even greater. #DSMUSA

There is still time to register your summer interns for the next DSM Intern Connection event "On Purpose, For a Purpose" featuring the dynamic Laila Hajji Down at EMC Insurance Companies on Tuesday, July 2. Why attend? – Learn the ABCs of professional presence – Gain practical tools for your internship and future career – Network with fellow interns and community leaders Laila Hajji Down will guide attendees through interactive activities and discussions to sharpen their professional skills. Register now to save your spot: https://ow.ly/jnhK50SsRB8. #DSMUSA

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 DSM Fellowship Program Cohort! This Fellows cohort is a top notch group of professionals passionate about learning and growth. I have been honored to lead this group and am so proud of this admirable and exciting accomplishment. The future of DSM is bright! Thank you to the participating employers Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, F&G, Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, John Deere Financial, F.S.B., Nationwide, TrueNorth Companies, L.C., Farm Bureau Financial Services and Principal Financial Group that invested in these fantastic young professionals. Thank you to the non-profit organizations, Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc., The Blank Park Zoo, DART - Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority, Des Moines Playhouse, and Easterseals that participated in each capstone project! Information on the 2025-2026 Fellowship cohort coming early Fall!

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines was the place to be today as we teamed up to host Out to Lunch with the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Fantastic weather, fine music, good food and great company made it a 10/10 ⭐️ We have a number of positions coming open in multiple areas over the next few weeks, including Accounting, Financial Controls, Model Risk, Portfolio Strategies, Data Management, and Sourcing. Want to learn more about our mission and the important work we do to help build strong communities? Message me.

The Greater Des Moines Partnership's Director of Community Engagement Kathryn Smith is celebrating two years at the organization. We are so happy to have you on The Partnership team, Kathryn! #DSMUSA