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RE/MAX Revolution

932 N Shadyview Blvd

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-265-7200

www.soldbyrev.com

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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!

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Altoona, IA 50009

515-777-8300

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We are hosting a Family Night at Sleepy Hollow. Your tickets purchase 2 hours of tubing (you pick the block of time), plus a wide variety of free activities and amenities to enjoy. There will be a "tailgate" style supper for purchase at the beginning of the event.

Don't want to go tubing, no problem, you can still attend for free and enjoy the games (street curling has a cost), etc.

This event is for Chamber members and their families/friends. YPEP is invited to hang out on the patio from 5-6 PM with their families for networking.

Order online at https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/tickets-passes/ and use discount code CHAMBERNIGHT2025 to receive up to 50% off ticket prices. Last day to use the code is Thursday.

Breakfast Club: Tour Your Chamber

at Skin Fusion

Wednesday, July 16th

7:30-8:30 AM

200 2nd St SE, Altoona

Start your morning off right! Join us for our next Breakfast Club event hosted by Skin Fusion.

Enjoy a light breakfast, tour their beautiful new building, and learn more about their services designed to help you look and feel your best. It’s also a great opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members and local professionals!

Don’t miss out on this energizing and informative morning!

Kindly RSVP by 3 PM Tuesday, July 15th.

Members only – space is limited. Register today!

TIF TALK: Powering East Polk’s Progress

Join us for a dynamic Regional After Hours event focused on how Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is shaping the future of our communities!

Wednesday, July 16

3:30 – 5:00 PM

Location: RECLAIMED RAILS

Light refreshments | Networking encouraged

Hear from economic development leaders from City of Bondurant, City of Altoona, IA, City of Pleasant Hill, Iowa — plus expert insight from Dorsey & Whitney LLP, the Greater Des Moines Partnership, and the Iowa League Of Cities.

Learn how TIF is fueling local growth and why we need strong advocates to protect it.

Friday, July 25th

Family friendly concert featuring Jordan Beem in concert at Copper Creek Lake Park from 6-9

Fireworks to follow

Momma Moody's and Jeff E Pop will be on site

Thank you to all of our event sponsors:

Platinum: ONEOK

Event Sponsors: Polk County Supervisors and City of Pleasant Hill

Food & Beverage: Golf Cars of Iowa

Car Show: Pleasant Hill Diner

Activity Booth: Becky Nalevanko's Dance and Tumbling Studio, Pennie Carroll and Associates

Saturday, July 26th

Parade at 10 AM

Registration for our parade is now open through July 21st.

Due to the construction on Parkridge, we will have a slightly different route this year.

Registration is free and is required to participate

Saturday, July 26

Noon-3

Copper Creek Lake Park

Help us fill up the St. Vincent de Paul truck!

Saturday, July 26th

Noon-3 PM

Family friendly activities at Copper Creek Lake Park and a Car Show at Pleasant Hill Diner

Food vendors for Saturday at the lake: Hy-Vee, Jeff E Pop, and Iceskimo Snow

Want to show off your car or truck? Register to be a part of our Car Show.

Compete for top honors in 10 different categories.

Standard Registration: $25 July 8 -24

🎡🎶 NETWORKING WITH A TWIST! 🎶🎡

Join the Pleasant Hill & Des Moines Chambers of Commerce for a Dual Chamber Networking Night at Sleepy Hollow’s Pre-Fair Frenzy!

⏰ 5–7 PM – We’ll be mixing and mingling on the covered patio with fellow chamber members.

🌭🍻 Live music, food trucks, and a beer garden will keep the vibes high.

🎢 And YES—the tubing hill will be OPEN, so bring your best speed and a sense of adventure!

This isn’t your average networking event—it’s fun, fast, and full of fair flair! 🎟️

📍Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

📅 Wednesday, July 24

🕔 5–7 PM

Let’s connect before the fairgrounds go wild!

Check out tomorrow's newsletter for more information about Pre-Fair Frenzy.

August Lunch and Learn:

Retirement Options for Small Businesses

Thursday, August 7th

11:30 AM -12:30 PM

Dozer Cafe at Elder Corporation

5088 E University, Pleasant Hill

Join us for a valuable Lunch & Learn with Andrea Stanfel of Primerica, as she dives into retirement options tailored for small businesses. Whether you're a business owner looking to support your team or planning for your own future, this session will break down your choices and help you plan with confidence.

🍴 Lunch is catered by Briana’s Inspired Creations – enjoy a fresh and flavorful Build Your Own Salad Bar!

💲 Cost: $15 per person or $50 for a group of 4

Space is limited – register today to save your seat.

We’re gearing up for an exciting lineup of events to wrap up summer in style and kick off fall with energy—and we’d love your support! Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the following community favorites:

🌞 Summer Fest (2-day event)

Our biggest family-friendly celebration of the year, filled with music, food, games, and fun for all ages!

**We would love to have some more activity booth sponsors. :)

⛳ Footballs & Fairways Golf Outing

A spirited tournament where teams hit the course sporting their favorite football team’s colors—fun, friendly competition at its finest!

🎶 CHILLtober Fest

Our final concert of the season and a fall fan favorite! Cool vibes, cold drinks, and live music to send off the year’s concert series in style.

🤝 Why Sponsor?

Sponsoring these events is a great way to:

• Showcase your business to thousands of attendees

• Support community engagement and connection

• Align your brand with high-energy, well-loved local traditions

Interested in being part of the fun? Reach out today to secure your sponsorship and get your brand in front of the community in a big way!

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

Marketing pitfalls using AI

Using AI for crafting marketing content comes with its own set of challenges. While AI provides convenience, there are some drawbacks to be aware of. There is a lack of a human touch. AI-created content may lack the emotional depth that connects with audiences. This could decrease engagement and trust. Ethical issues can also arise, like creating deepfakes or providing false information. AI may lack a consistent brand voice, causing inconsistencies in communication. Furthermore, AI is likely to make errors in grammar, punctuation, and/or factual content, requiring human review and editing.

AI-related challenges involve several strategies. Human supervision and edits are important to double-check that AI-produced content aligns with your brand's tone. A person must verify facts and sources by cross-referencing AI-generated content with trustworthy and current sources. Providing specific information about the desired tone, style, target audience, and key messages can help guide the AI toward generating more appropriate and effective content. AI should be utilized as a complementary tool, assisting in idea generation, drafting, and automating routine tasks, while keeping human creativity and judgment for strategic and creative decisions. Being authentic and using personalization by incorporating human elements like storytelling and emotional connections can make posts more interesting and engaging. Staying informed about the latest advancements and best practices in AI-driven content creation is important for making well-informed strategic decisions.

By recognizing issues and using human editing strategies, businesses can effectively utilize AI to boost their marketing presence while reducing the risks due to AI-generated content.

If you want to learn more, contact Professor Peg of CEAQ Marketing. 

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Upcoming Events:

Downtown Des Moines Farmers' Market presented by UnityPoint Health

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

DSM Intern Connection

• Tuesday, July 29: Executive Luncheon – Invite Only  
• *In order to attend, participants must have attended 3 of 4 previous DSM Intern Connection events.

Outclass Your Competition

• Tuesday, Aug. 5 | 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Learn More

Top Five for Small Business

• Wednesday, Aug. 27: The Future of Work with AI | 9 - 10 a.m. | Register Here
• 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

Regional Summit

• Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Register Here

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