Entrepreneur Field Days: Lola’s Fine Hot Sauces, Creating A League Of Their Own

Lola's Fine Hot Sauces Warehouse at JT Logistics 2550 NW 21st St., Altoona, IA, United States

Join the Greater Des Moines Partnership for the first-ever Entrepreneur Field Days series hosted across Greater Des Moines (DSM). Drawing on Iowa’s rich agriculture heritage, field days have been taking place since the turn of the 20th century. Now, this event series will expand the lessons learned from farming into all forms of entrepreneurship, spotlighting […]

Free, registration required

Iowa Angel Investor Summit

Landus 220 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States

Iowa Angel Investor Summit is a one-day summit for active and aspiring angel investors to come together to help accelerate the entrepreneurs that are changing the world. The summit experience will share topics around: 7:30-9:30am: Becoming an angel investor workshop with Tej Dhawan 9:30-10:00am: Networking + coffee 10:00am: Learning about the state of angel investing 10:15-11:00am: A case study with Groov […]

$50

16th Annual National Immigrant Entrepreneur Summit

FFA Enrichment Center at DMACC 1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny, IA, United States

You are cordially invited to the 16th Annual National Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit (IES)! The Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit’s mission is to bring businesses of diverse backgrounds together to share, learn, and celebrate the immigrant entrepreneurship experience and contribution to the overall community. IES is a one-day summit and community gathering of businesspeople of all backgrounds and […]

$70

2023 National Civility Summit: Civility & Effective Leadership

Online Event

When faced with high-pressure situations or contentious issues, leaders who remain composed, respectful, and empathetic become beacons of stability for the communities they serve. As a local government official, elected or appointed, you will face challenges in your leadership journey where stressful situations exacerbate conflict and hinder progress. By being prepared to lead with civility, […]

Greater Des Moines Partnership’s State Legislative Leadership Breakfast

Des Moines Embassy Club West 520 Market St, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Join us for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's Annual State Legislative Leadership Breakfast for a preview of the 2024 legislative session and the unveiling of The Partnership's 2024 State Legislative Priorities. Confirmed legislative panelists include: Senator Mike Bousselot (R - Polk) Senate Minority Leader Pam Jochum (D - Dubuque) House Assistant Majority Leader David Young (R - Dallas) […]

$32 – $50

Techstars Startup Weekend DSM

Maple Studios 1207 Maple St, West Des Moines, IA, United States

WHAT IS STARTUP WEEKEND? This in-person event is meant to bring together designers, developers, marketers and startup enthusiasts to share ideas, form teams and launch startups. The event is open to the community – anyone who wants to be a founder, startup enthusiast, or learn about innovation through new ideas. HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED? […]

Free – $25

Martin Luther King Jr. Day in West Des Moines

MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Join us as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 15th from 3:00-5:00 p.m., at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave. The event will be filled with thought-provoking discussions, educational exhibits, and scholarships and community awards. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of […]

Free

2024 Greater Des Moines Partnership Annual Dinner featuring Alex Smith

Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center 833 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

The Partnership’s Annual Dinner is the Greater Des Moines (DSM) business community’s celebration of the past year’s economic and community development successes and also provides a look forward into the future of the DSM region. The dinner includes a reception, keynote speaker and dinner. The program includes a presentation of The Partnership’s Annual Report, summarizing […]

Varied

Raising Capital For Startups

700 Locust Street 700 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, United States

Event Description: Your great idea is coming to life. You own a startup company. You're on the verge of big things. But there's one problem: you need money. About this […]

$25

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