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Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit
The Athene Beyond Boundaries Business Summit brings together leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the region to celebrate diversity in business and drive meaningful connections. This two-day experience is designed to inspire, educate, and empower professionals through dynamic keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
Construct Iowa: Building The Market District
Join us for our next Construct Iowa event at Twisted Vine Brewery as we explore the vision and momentum behind The Market District. One of the Des Moines area’s most exciting emerging destinations for entertainment, dining, and community.
Breakfast B4 Business: Walk Your Plans
Start your morning with meaningful connections at our Breakfast Before Business networking event. This monthly gathering brings together Chamber members, community leaders, and professionals from across West Des Moines to share ideas, build relationships, and spark new opportunities.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Join the West Des Moines, Urbandale and Clive Chambers for the annual golf event on Thursday, August 24th at Beaver Creek Golf Course in Grimes. Golfers will have the option to pick between a morning and afternoon shotgun time during their registration. When registering, members of the Urbandale and Clive Chambers of Commerce will select the option under ''Not a Member'' to purchase tickets. Pricing does not change. We're so glad to provide this opportunity for the community to engage with each other while having fun and enjoying their time outdoors. Sponsoring businesses from all three Chambers provide lively interaction at each hole. Format: 4-person best ball We're ready to PAR TEE again this year! This year's theme is tailgating. Golfers are welcome to wear their favorite tailgate attire and rep their favorite teams!
Thursday, 8/27, 2026Calling all new members, new staff, and anyone who wants a refresher on their Chamber benefits! Join us for Chamber 101 to hear more about what you can take advantage of to meet your business goals.
Tuesday, 9/15, 2026Experience 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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Welcome to our New Members from February 2026
Our mission is to champion all things West Des Moines by strengthening our area companies, providing personalized resources and attracting a top workforce to position WDM as the best suburban city in America.
Discover Your Path to Prosperity
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I have never been more excited about the future of our city. The relationship between the city and the West Des Moines Chamber has never been stronger.
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“The WDM Chamber has helped me grow professionally through networking and has provided me a strong sense of belonging.”
-Heather Raver, Anytime Fitness
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
650 S. Prairie View Drive, Suite 110
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phone — 515.225.6009
E-mail — info@wdmchamber.org