Connecting Businesses, Enriching Community, Creating Fun

RE/MAX Revolution

932 N Shadyview Blvd

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-265-7200

www.soldbyrev.com

Our office will be closed September 17-19th and I will not have access to emails at that time.

Regular office hours will resume on September 22nd.

~Becca

Please note:

We have been made aware that someone has been contacting our members offering to sell a contact list. Please know this is not from us—we have not authorized anyone to reach out to you in this way. We are unsure how they are obtaining your email addresses. If you receive one of these emails, please do not reply and instead mark it as spam or phishing.

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!

Earn Chamber Bucks When You Refer a Business!

Know a business that should join the Chamber? Refer them and receive $50 in Chamber Bucks—good toward membership upgrades, sponsorships, or Annual Celebration tickets.

Certificates are valid for one year. Just let our Director know who you referred, or have them list your name on their application.

Help grow our Chamber and get rewarded!

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

*Patti Sue's Boutique

550 36^th Ave SW, Suite D

Altoona, IA 50009

515-967-9165

https://www.pattisue.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/p/Patti-Sues-Boutique-61565554373181/



*Rush Rolloffs Dumpster Rental

8805 Chambery Blvd Suite 300 PMB 21

Johnston, IA 50131

515-344-3437

https://rushrolloffs.com/

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 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.

YPEP: Caffeine and Connections

Tuesday, September 23

7:30-8:30 AM



Caribou Coffee

4910 Maple Dr

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Start your morning with a boost of energy and opportunity! Join fellow young professionals at Caribou for Caffeine & Connections—a casual networking event designed to spark conversations, share ideas, and grow your circle. Enjoy a cup of coffee, meet new faces, and kick off your day with fresh connections that could lead to your next big opportunity.



Kindly RSVP by Monday, September 22nd.

Lunch and Learn featuring Chains Interrupted

Thursday, October 2nd

11:30 AM- 12:30 PM



The Pizza Bar

1225 Copper Creek Dr

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Join us for an impactful Lunch & Learn featuring Chains Interrupted, an organization dedicated to ending human trafficking and exploitation. You’ll learn about the vital work they do in our communities and discover how businesses can recognize the warning signs of potential trafficking situations. Gain practical insights to help protect vulnerable individuals and create a safer environment for all.

Space is limited, so secure your spot today.

Your registration will include pizza, apps, and a non-alcoholic beverage.

Bring your business cards to be entered into a drawing for Over the Top gift cards.

Breakfast Club: Tour Your Chamber

Becky Nalevanko's Dance and Tumbling Studio

Wednesday, October 15th

7:30-8:30 AM

1300 Metro East Drive, Suite 126

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Join us for our next Breakfast Club featuring Becky Nalevanko's Dance and Tumbling Studio!

Enjoy networking, light breakfast refreshments, and a behind-the-scenes tour of their studio. This is a great way to connect with fellow members and see the exciting things happening in our community.

Cost: Free to attend

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, October 14.

DIG: Helena Industries

Wednesday, October 22

3-5 PM

3525 Vandalia Rd

Des Moines, IA 50317

Join us for a dual networking event with the Des Moines Chamber as we learn about Helena Industries.

Starts at 3 with a tour of their facility at 3:30. To be a part of the tour, you must wear long pants and closed toe shoes.



Free to attend.

Kindly RSVP by Noon on October 22nd.

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.