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First Responders Appreciation Breakfast
Join us as we acknowledge and share our appreciation for our community’s first responders. Enjoy the opportunity to network with fellow WDM Chamber members and meet and greet with representatives from West Des Moines Police, Fire, and EMS.
November Luncheon: Nonprofit Spotlight
Join the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce for our very popular Annual Nonprofit Luncheon, a meaningful and inspiring gathering that shines a spotlight on the nonprofit organizations serving our city and region with heart, purpose, and impact.
November Rush Hour: Flooring America
Enjoy light refreshments, explore a host business location, and gain visibility for their own organizations while expanding their professional networks. Rush Hour is a fun, relaxed way to wrap up the workday while growing your circle in West Des Moines.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Chamber 101
Tuesday, 12/15, 2026KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Audrey Kennis, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Director for the City of West Des Moines, has extensive experience developing and leading initiatives to further the advancement of marginalized communities and creating more equitable policies. She has held several positions working with under-represented populations and multi-cultural students within Iowa State University and other educational institutions. Ms. Kennis obtained her Graduate Certificate in Education for Social Justice, a Master?s Degree in Education and is currently working towards a second Master?s Degree in Community and Regional Planning. She began her employment with the City of West Des Moines in September of 2021.
Monday, 1/18, 2027Experience the BEST of West Des Moines
We appreciate you taking a moment to learn more about the place we call home. As you flip through 515 West, we hope you’ll fall in love with everything that makes WDM special. It is our goal to create the most welcoming, inclusive, and accessible city to live, work, and play. We look forward to sharing our City with you and can’t wait for you to GO WEST!
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