Connecting Businesses, Enriching Community, Creating Fun

RE/MAX Revolution

932 N Shadyview Blvd

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-265-7200

www.soldbyrev.com

Member Blogs/Articles on our website and newsletter

We’re inviting all Chamber members to contribute articles or blogs for our website/newsletters! This is a great opportunity to spotlight your business, share industry insights, or offer helpful pro-tips to fellow members and the community. Whether you want to highlight recent successes, share expertise, or simply tell your story, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your article/blog today by emailing it to our Executive Director and help us showcase the incredible talent within our Chamber network!

Thank you to our sponsors for our upcoming Footballs and Fairways outing!

Gold: Cy-Hawk Insurance

Bev Cart: Bankers Trust

Tee Box: Envoy Mortgage, Epiphany Dermatology, Copper Creek Financial Group- Layne Brown, Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair, Keystone Savings Bank, RIA Group

Green: Envoy Mortgage, Pleasant Hill Diner, Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair

Tailgate: Golf Cars of Iowa

Pennie Carroll and Associates



Market on Hubbell will be held on Saturday, September 27th from

9 AM-3 PM. Come and shop over 30 local vendors.

3232 Hubbell Ave

Des Moines, IA 50317

Market on Hubbell

September Unplugged

Thursday, September 4

4:30-6 PM

Hills Bar and Grill

4830 Maple Dr

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Chamber Unplugged: Airport Updates & Family Feud Fun!

Join us for a lively evening at Chamber Unplugged as we hear the latest on the exciting renovations happening at the Des Moines International Airport—direct from the source!

After we get the inside scoop, we’ll switch gears for a few spirited rounds of Family Feud. Bring your quick thinking and team spirit for a fun and engaging time together.

$15 per person | $50 for a group of 4

Includes drink ticket & appetizers

Spaces fill quickly, so round up your team (or join one when you arrive) and get ready for an evening of networking, laughs, and local insight!

RSVPs are highly recommended.

Child Safety Class

Tuesday, September 16

5-7 PM

5050 Doanes Park Rd

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Join us for a Child Safety Class presented by RHINO Tactical Defense!

The RHINO Child Abduction Prevention (CAP) Program is built on years of research and training to provide the ultimate in child safety and self-defense. This fun, hands-on 2-hour mini-academy empowers kids ages 5-12 with practical skills to stay safe and confident.

✅ Free to attend

⚠️ Limited spots available – reserve yours today!

Dual Networking with the Des Moines Chamber:

Picnic Table Networking

Friday, September 5

Friday, September 12

4-6 PM

Biergarten at Water Works Park

Join us for a Dual Networking Event with the Des Moines Chamber.

Free to attend

Food and beverage available for purchase.

Feel free to stay and attend their Fridays in the Park:

Fridays in the Park will feature a variety of tasty brews and bites from 5 to 9 pm, all served by a selection of the best food trucks and mobile food vendors in Des Moines. Join us for a relaxing atmosphere with great beer, food, and fun entertainment.

Fall Employer Connection Fair

Wednesday, October 1st

3:30-5 PM

Doanes Park Youth Center

Participation is free for Chamber business members, with an optional opportunity to become a Premier Partner.

Premier Partners will enjoy the following benefits:

·  Your logo will be featured on the event flyer

·   Top priority placement in marketing campaigns

·     Preferred table placement at the event.

This exclusive option is available for just $50, but act fast—it’s only offered until Tuesday, September 23rd, to ensure proper promotion.

Tables and chairs will be provided for your convenience.

Space is limited, so secure your spot today

Get your business in front of hundreds of families by sponsoring Trick-or-Treat Around the Lake! This fun, family-friendly event offers a safe and festive way for kids to gather goodies while parents connect with local businesses. As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy great visibility, community goodwill, and the chance to be part of a Halloween tradition everyone looks forward to.

This holiday season, our Hill of Lights will run from Black Friday through Christmas, bringing our community together and encouraging everyone to shop local while celebrating the spirit of the season. Enjoy caroling nights and other festive activities for all ages. Sponsorships are available and include ads in our special holiday coloring books—an engaging way to showcase your business.

Sign up for a variety of alerts, programming through Parks and Recreation, see minutes and agendas from commissions and City Council, and more.

Jobs Board on our Website

Is your business looking for employees? If so, email us the information and we will post it on the jobs board found on our website. 

Please include:

• Job Title
• Description
• Experience necessary 
• Links to online applications
• Any other pertinent information

Upcoming Events:

Downtown Des Moines Farmers' Market presented by UnityPoint Health

• Saturdays, May 3 - October 25 | 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Learn More  

Top Five for Small Business

• Wednesday, Sept. 24: Creating Your Game Changing Customer Experience | 9 - 10 a.m. | Register Here
• Wednesday, Oct. 22: Workforce Evolution: Contractors vs Employees | 9 - 10 a.m. | Register Here

Entrepreneur Field Days

• Tuesday, Sept. 9 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Bud & Mary’s, Growing the People’s Plant: Science, Passion and Family Roots 
• Thursday, Sept. 18 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | BLK & Bold, Brewed to Give Back: Coffee, Community and the Future Youth 
• Wednesday, Sept. 24 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Cyclone Fanatic, Building a Sports Media Empire 
• Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Olson-Larsen Galleries, An Art Legacy: Staying Current Staying True 
• Thursday, Oct. 2 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Repinned, Creating Beauty and the Craft of Second Chances 
• Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Musa Lemonade, Young & Driven: The Future of Youth Entrepreneurship 
• Friday, Oct. 17 | 12 - 2 p.m. | Infinite Resources & Amplified DSM, One Mic, Many Voices: Elevating Iowa’s Next Generation of Talent

Regional Summit

• Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Register Here

Inclusion Summit

• Tuesday, October 28 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Register Here

Don't forget to check out our Member events and specials in tomorrow's newsletter.