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Scale DSM Announces Third Cohort Graduates

December 10, 2024

GREATER DES MOINES, IA (Dec. 10, 2024) – The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced the graduates of the third cohort of the Scale DSM Business Accelerator Powered by Interise. Scale DSM is sponsored by Wells Fargo.

Participants in Scale DSM completed a seven-month program from June – December that helped them gain access to knowledge, management know-how and networks needed to increase revenue, create jobs and positively impact the community. Participants completed Interise’s award-winning and internationally recognized program, which is centered around practical, case-based peer learning.

“We are proud of the third cohort Scale DSM graduates for their dedication to enhancing their skills which will help them grow their businesses across the region,” said Juan Pablo Sanchez, Director of Inclusive Business Strategies at The Partnership. “We look forward to seeing these small businesses flourish and make an even greater impact in our communities.”

Graduates from the cohort are:

  • Adrienne Allen, MAD J Repair & Towing

  • Nadine Bechman, Five Monkeys Inc

  • Julie Calder, Gemstone Property Management

  • Gloria Henriquez, Tullpa Restaurant

  • Sue Hudson, IV Nutrition

  • Junior Ibarra, Team IRG

  • Reyna Immerfall, Reyna Immerfall State Farm

  • Julie Mangels, QB Studios Custom Apparel

  • Deep Paudel, Mayalu Coffee

  • Gerardo Perez, Andrew's Roofing Company

  • Trang Pham, The Eggroll Ladies

  • Antonio Roddy, Designed By the Streets

  • Matthew Sillanpaa, BrickHouse Fitness

Learn more about the Scale DSM Business Accelerator here.

About the Greater Des Moines Partnership  

The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and more than 400 Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.