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 Weeks' Itinerary
2010 Edition: May 25, 2010 |
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Dear Warm WDM Chamber Member:
 Well it's the end of May and I never thought I would be hoping my skin wouldn't get burnt while sitting in the car. Thankfully, with the warm weather comes opportunities for great outdoor events. This week we are featuring a great Business After Hours event at Wright Outdoor Solutions, 8000 Raccoon River Road, west of I-35 on Grand. The event will be in their outdoor garden center, a beautiful setting for a warm Thursday afternoon.
This afternoon we will have our third session of Business Boot Camp. Today's topic is creativity and problem solving. There is a myth that great ideas only come from creative people. Unfortunately that kind of thinking keeps people from participating in the creative process. There is still time to register for today's class held at DeWaay Capital Management from 3:30 to 5 pm. Register by clicking here.
Next week is the 3rd Annual WDM Development Connection Jobs Expo, June 2nd at the Sheraton. We are still looking for a few employers to fill booth spaces. To register visit www.wdmdev.org.
Don't forget about Smokin' in the Junction this upcoming weekend. Valley Junction's second annual nationally sanctioned BBQ contest will be held from 3 - 10 pm on Saturday and Noon to 10 pm on Sunday. The VJ Foundation is still looking for volunteers so contact Jamie if you are interested. Great food, live music and tons of activities for the family.
Have a great week!
Julie
Julie Weeks
Project Coordinator/Head Chamber Travel Agent
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
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Tuesday, May 25
 BUSINESS BOOT CAMP
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Topic: Creativity and Problem Solving
$40/person |
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Thursday, May 27
 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
"Presented by the WDM Marriott, SpringHill Suites and Fairfield Inn & Suites"
5:00 - 7:00 PM
HOST LOCATION: Wright Outdoor Solutions
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PEEK OF THE WEEKS'
Clue: New Ownership
Prize: $5
Photo courtesy of NorthStar Photography
About the Peek of the Weeks':
Each week, we'll give you a little peek. A peek at something, someone, or somewhere within the WDM Chamber membership. It's your job to figure out what we're peeking at! The first person to e-mail Julie identifiying the correct business and object will win $5.00. An additional $5.00 will be added each week until someone guesses correctly. |
 NEW VIEW LUNCH ON SUCCESS
Next week, New View will have its first lunch event at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Those in attendence with have the opportunity to hear young professional success stories from a wonderful panel.
The panel will be comprised of Charles Schneider, West Des Moines City Councilman, Tim Kellogg, owner of Cabaret West, and Joe Soto, owner of One Social Media. The panel will be moderated by ABC 5's Christina Palladino.
New View is a program of the West Des Moines Chamber geared towards members between the ages of 20 and 35. |
 WDMLA GRADUATION: JUNE 3RD
The West Des Moines Leadership Academy will hold a graduation ceremony for its 2010-2011 class. Thirty-one individuals will be honored for their completion of the Academy. The graduation will be held on Thursday, June 3rd at 4 pm at Des Moines Golf & Country Club. Attendees will hear from keynote speaker Ambassador Mary Kramer. The event is sponsored by Iowa Health System. If you would like to attend the graduation ceremony, please contact Julie at julie@wdmchamber.org.
For those who are interested in applying for admittance into the class of 2010-2011, please complete the application by June 30th. Applications and detailed information can be found at www.wdmleaders.org. Click here to apply now. |
 IN SEARCH OF BOOTH SPONSORS
The 3rd Annual West Des Moines Development Connection's Jobs Expo will be held Wednesday, June 2nd from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the West Des Moines Sheraton. There are still a few booth spaces available. REGISTER NOW!
Last year nearly 700 job seekers visited with over 40 employers! Both groups were satisfied with the experience and location. Our post event survey of employers indicated a very high or high event satisfaction with business registration; how the event was organized and the support they received while at the Expo.
-There are quality applicants in the job market
-Look to fill "key" positions by being selective
-The conference fee of $350 is very reasonable for an opportunity to meet applicants. If you are a WDM Chamber member, the fee is $300.
-Your web address will be on our web site until July 1 as a reference
Your registration fee will include the following.
-10' x 8' booth with a 8' high back wall
-30" x 6' skirted table and 2 chairs
-2 box lunches (extra tickets may be purchased for $15/lunch)
-A break/refreshment area for your use
Please visit www.wdmdev.com and click on "Jobs Expo" to find instructions for registration. The registration section is easy to complete and to make your payment at the same time.
Booth reservations will not be considered final until payment has been received.
If you are interested in volunteering for this great event, please email Julie at the WDM Chamber at julie@wdmchamber.org.
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 SEED CAPITAL COMPETITION
The City of West Des Moines and the Iowa Small Business Development Center along with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are announcing a New Beginnings Seed Capital Awards Competition. The purpose of the competition is to address a growing need in the West Des Moines area for entrepreneurs to boost economic development and diversify its businesses, products and services. West Des Moines is inviting current business owners in operation less than four years; or those considering an entrepreneurial endeavor; or those who seek to locate a business in West Des Moines to apply.
The awards will be $25,000 for the first prize, $15,000 for second and $10,000 for third. Those interested are encouraged to submit an application and business plan to the Iowa Small Business Development Center by 4:30 p.m. on July 1, 2010.
For an application visit our website www.wdm-ia.com New Beginnings Competition. For additional information contact Christine or Kay at the City of West Des Moines, 515.273.0770, or Sherry Shafer at Iowa Small Business Development Center, 515.331.8954. |
Would you like your employees to receive this email? If so, please email their names and email addresses to julie@wdmchamber.org. | |
