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Upcoming Partnership Events

The Greater Des Moines Partnership produces a variety of events to promote vibrancy in the region, provide resources for business and community leaders, and uplift the expertise of knowledgeable leaders around the region. Event topics range from interactive webinars about how to grow your small business with subject matter professionals, to panel discussions surrounding current pressing public policy legislation, to major community events and more.

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The Partnership's Q1 15 in :15

Meet the CEO

  • Wednesday, April 8 | 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. | Kenneth Cadematori, President and CEO of GuideOne Insurance | Register Here

Employer Skills-Based Hiring Series 

Series note: One registration covers all sessions in the series.

  • Tuesday, April 21 | 8:30 a.m. – Noon — Understanding skills-based hiring and building effective job descriptions | Register Here
  • Tuesday, May 5 | 8:30 a.m. – Noon — Sourcing, screening and selecting candidates | Register Here
  • Tuesday, May 19 | 8:30 a.m. – Noon — Supporting employee development and sustaining long-term workforce strategies | Register Here

Top Five for Small Business

  • Wednesday, April 22: Hiring That Sticks: Why Great Candidates Choose You (and Stay) | Register Here 
  • Wednesday, May 27: Top Five Tax Moves Every Small Business Should Consider Making Before Year-End | Register Here 
  • Wednesday, Aug. 26: Trends Impacting HR and Employees: Essential Insights for Small and Mid-size Business Owners | Register Here 
  • Wednesday, Sept. 23: The Growth Blind Spot | Register Here 
  • Wednesday, Oct. 28: Moving Work, Moving People, Moving Mountains | Register Here  

DSM Intern Connection 

Tuesday, June 2 — Kick-Off: Elevate Your Network
Mastering Connection & Confidence for Career Success

  • Co-sponsored by American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company and Hy-Vee
  • Location: American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company
  • Register Here

Tuesday, June 16 — Foundations for a Successful Career & Life

  • Sponsored by Principal Financial Group®
  • Location: Principal Financial Group®
  • Register Here

Tuesday, June 30 — Leadership in Focus

  • Sponsored by EMC Insurance Companies
  • Location: EMC Insurance Companies
  • Register Here

Tuesday, July 14 — You Are the CEO of Your Life

  • Sponsored by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Location: Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Register Here

Tuesday, July 28 — Executive Luncheon (Invite Only)
Participants must attend at least three core sessions to qualify.

  • Sponsored by Bankers Trust
  • Location: Embassy Club

Bonus Event: Tuesday, June 23 — I-Cubs and Chamber Night Tailgate
In addition to the core sessions, participants are invited to attend the I-Cubs and Chamber Night Tailgate on June 23, a bonus networking opportunity designed to help interns build connections in a more informal setting.

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