April 1, 2019

Creating Connections that Count!

New Address and Website

The Downtown Chamber has relocated to

500 Locust St., Des Moines, IA 50309

Please be sure to update this address in your records.

And, check out our new Website!

www.DTchamber.comCh

Events at a GlanceDowntown CouncilHosted by Hy-Vee Fourth + CourtTuesday, April 2nd8:00 AM - 9:00 AM420 Court Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309

Get the scoop on downtown news and member news at this popularDowntown Chamber coffee & networking event.

Downtown Council is FREE to attend.

Register

Ribbon CuttingsPlease join us for these upcoming ribbon cuttings!

Ribbon cuttings are free to attend, and RSVPs areencouraged.

Gislason & Hunter LLPThursday, April 4th4:00 PM - 6:00 PM666 Walnut St., Suite 1710Des Moines, IA 50309RSVP

City ConnectHosted at Des Moines City HallThursday, April 11th4:30 PM - 5:30 PM400 Robert D. Ray Dr., Des Moines, IA 50309

City Connect offers a space for Downtown Chamber members tohave easy access to multiple local leaders at once, and tocommunicate their needs and priorities. Attendees will be linkedto the most helpful resources and people to assist them with theirbusinesses.

City Connect is FREE to attend and availab le only to currentDowntown Chamber Members.

Register

2019 LEAP Series

Presented by

LEAP's mission is to build a community that empowers and motivates women by helping themto reach their fullest potential. Each program provides skill-building, challenging concepts,inspiration, and networking time. The LEAP programs occur once per month during March –November. Programs are open to both men and women, and content applies to allbackgrounds and levels of expertise.

Announcing the 2019 LEAP Schedule, Topics, and Speakers!

This year's series includes mentorship, mindfulness, implicit bias, imposter syndrome,negotiations, personal brand and more.

The option to register for the series and get the best savings is still available untilApril 10th!

Hosted at Renaissance Des Moines Savery HotelNext workshop is Friday, April 12th"Mindfulness for Productivity" - Kevin Pokorny, Pokorny Consulting8:00 AM - 9:30 AM401 Locust StreetDes Moines, IA 50309

Register Here!

LEAP Circle

And Supported by the following sponsors:

Resource Table Sponsor:Palmer Group

Non-Profit Sponsor:On With Life

LEAP Summit Keynote Sponsor:Catch Des Moines

LEAP Summit Breakout Sponsors:ISG

Schabel Solutions

6 DegreesHosted by ADIO ChiropracticWednesday, April 17th5:00 PM - 6:00 PM2925 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312

A casual business after hours focused on creating connections.

Bring your business cards and a 'thirst' to meet some newpeople.

6 Degrees is FREE to attend.

Register

Regional Mentoring for WomenHosted by The River CenterThursday, April 18th7:30 AM - 9:00 AM340 SW 3rd St., Des Moines, IA 50309

Mentoring across the metro will be happening simultaneously asChambers host mentors and members in settings to connect andgrow from each other.

Register

Masterminds

New ManagersThursday, April 18th7:30 AM - 8:30 AMGateway Market, 2002 Woodland Ave., Des MoinesRegister

NonProfits (New!)Monday, April 15th11:00 AM - 12:00 PMDes Moines Public Library, 1000 Grand Ave., Des MoinesRegister

Masterminds are free-form discussion groups to help people learn how they can improve themselvesin their industry. These small groups are open to anyone interested and a free benefit of being aDowntown Chamber member.

Member UniversityHosted at Catch Des Moines Conference RoomThursday, April 25th9:00 AM - 11:00 AM400 Locust St., Ste. 265, Des Moines, IA 50309

From Slow Erosion to Social Media Explosion:How to Diffuse the Unconscious Bias that Drains People, Potential &Damages Brand Value

Taught by Claudia Schabel, Schabel Solutions

Member University is FREE to attend.

Register

Restaurant SeriesHosted at Atlantic Bottling Co.Monday, April 29th11:30 AM - 1:00 PM3600 Army Post Rd., Des Moines, IA 50321

This month's luncheon will be hosted by Atlantic Bottling and willfeature catering from Barrata's! Also, get a special tour of the new,relocated Atlantic Bottling distribution center.

Register

Upcoming CalenderLooking Ahead

Mark your calendar for these upcoming events!Details and Registration Here

Grow With GoogleMonday, April 15thTimes vary during the day for different sessionsand focusesHosted by the Des Moines Public Library and inspecial partnership with Google and theDowntown Chamber. FREE to attend!

Details Here

Downtown DIGWednesday, April 24th8:00 AM - 9:00 AMKick-off with breakfast at the new Gravitate space(500 Locust St.) for a sneak peek, and then enjoya group tour across the street at theRenaissance Savery and their historicpreservation process. FREE for Members toattend.Details Here

Downtown Chamber Economic Bike TourThursday, May 23rd and Friday, May 24th1:00 PM - 3:00 pm (same tour both days)Details Here

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GOLD Members

All Makes

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Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Netbringer

Principal Charity Classic

Storey Kenworthy

Mission:The Des Moines Downtown

Chamber of Commerceis a provider of information and

resources for the downtowncommunity through knowledgesharing, the fostering of civility,

and understanding of economicissues in the service of thebetterment and sustained

growth and success ofDowntown Des Moines.

Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce | 515-309-3229 | director@dtchamber.comwww.DTchamber.com

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