West YP is the West Des Moines Chamber’s newest program developed by young professionals for young professionals. It provides the opportunity to grow your leadership, make an impact on the community, develop lasting connections, and have memorable experiences. Young professionals across the metro can join this dynamic and driven group that meets monthly, rotating between socials and professional development opportunities for just $60 a year.
The West Des Moines Chamber and the city of West Des Moines annually recognize a West Des Moines resident or business professional for Citizen of the Year in addition to honoring an Emerging Citizen of the Year with an award. These honors were created to promote and recognize the people, businesses and civic organizations that make this a great community in which to live, work and raise a family. Know someone deserving of this recognition? Nominate them now! 2021 nominations close April 1.
Be part of HISTORY in the making at the first annual Black and Brown Business Summit April 22 & 23. This two day summit will bring everyone from entrepreneurs to seasoned companies together in a hybrid setting at Athene in West Des Moines, Iowa. The Summit includes a pitch competition, breakout sessions led by top experts, Mel Essex Award, inspirational keynote speakers and more. Our goal is to help advance the minority business community across the country and position Iowa as the best place in the nation to start and lead a minority business. Tickets are only $15 – register now!