Connecting Businesses, Enriching Community, Creating Fun

Affiliate member of the Greater Des Moines Partnership

2025 Yearly Newsletter Sponsor

RE/MAX Revolution

932 N Shadyview Blvd

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515-265-7200

www.soldbyrev.com

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Follow us on social media to keep up with Chamber news and events:

  • Facebook: Chamber page & Chill on the Hill – Pleasant Hill, Iowa
  • Snapchat: @phcciachamber
  • TikTok: @pleasanthill_chamber
  • Instagram: Chamber page & chillonthehill_musicfestival

We’re growing our presence on Snapchat and TikTok—give us a follow!

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Member Blogs on our website

We’re inviting all Chamber members to contribute blogs for our website! 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 blog today by emailing it to our Executive Director and help us showcase the incredible talent within our Chamber network!

Join us in welcoming our newest member!


Northbridge Event Center

4530 E 46th St

Des Moines, IA 50317

https://www.northbridgedsm.org/

June Monthly Newsletter Sponsor

Pennie Carroll & Associates


3232 Hubbell Ave

Des Moines, IA 50317

515-490-8025

https://www.penniecarroll.com/

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings: June 24 and 25

2025 Chill on the Hill's last concert of the season!

We're ending our Chill on the Hill series with a bang as Toaster takes the stage this week.

  • Friday, June 20 | 6-9 PM | Copper Creek Lake Park
  • Military and First Responders Night presented by Parkridge Specialty Care: The first 50 first responders, active duty, reservists, or veterans to show proper ID at the gate will receive free admission
  • 21 and older | $12 admission at the gate
  • Food truck: Momma Moody's Grinders and popcorn from Pleasant Hill Diner
  • Bring in FIVE items from Caring Hand Outreach's most needed list and receive a bonus drink ticket!


Thank you to this week's Chill sponsors:

  • Platinum: Elder Corporation (Chamber Investor)
  • Beer Garden: Community State (President's Club)

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 Monday, July 14.


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: TBA

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.

2025 Summer- Fall Sponsorships

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!

⛳ 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!

Summer Fest 2025

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 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.


Early Bird Registration: $20 through July 7th includes a T-shirt

Standard Registration: $25 July 8 -24

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

Letters of Support for Workforce Housing and Future 435


As part of our commitment to Economic Development, we have prepared letters of support for these two important initiatives aimed at strengthening our community.

We recognize that the interstate designation is an ongoing process with many steps remaining.

Professor Peg's Marketing Tips

Addressing Feedback

Businesses might wonder if responding to online feedback and social media comments is necessary. This is crucial for building a positive brand image and creating customer loyalty. Immediate responses involve acknowledging positive and negative feedback. Plus, a business must do this while maintaining its brand's voice and offering solutions when possible. 


Here are some key points:


Customer service:

This improves customer service and keeps a good online reputation.

Responding to comments shows customers that a business values their feedback and questions. This can lead to happier customers and increased loyalty. 


However, do respond quickly:

Quick responses show customers they matter. By responding to negative and positive feedback, users are shown how much they are appreciated and valued.


Always be professional. This builds brand loyalty:

Personalize your responses and address the specific issue at hand. Also, thank the user for their feedback.


Monitor and look at feedback for trends:

Search for common themes and patterns to understand a business’ strengths and weaknesses. 


Increase engagement:

Feedback response encourages more conversation and interaction with a business's target audience. For example, engage users with follow-up questions for strong correspondence.


Possible leads and sales:

Prompt replies demonstrate that customers are valued, boosting business and potential transactions.


Responding to customers online is an opportunity to build strong connections and increase loyalty. This can also increase trust and improve customer satisfaction. Addressing feedback can leave a lasting positive impression with the audience. 


Contact Peg Mattison at CEAQ Marketing for more information.

Stay up-to-date with what's happening in our city

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

Did you know that being a member of the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce, you are also a part of the Greater Des Moines Partnership?

Upcoming Events:

Downtown Des Moines Farmers' Market presented by UnityPoint Health

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

Out to Lunch

  • Wednesday, June 25 | Cowles Commons, 313 Walnut Street | 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Learn More

Contracting Opportunities for Small Business

DSM Intern Connection

  • Tuesday, July 1: Murky Waters: Navigating Conflict, Tension and Apologies at Work with keynote speaker Kristin Economos | 5 - 7 p.m. | Register Here 
  • Tuesday, July 15: Wired for Resilience with keynote speaker Vanessa McNeal | 5 - 7 p.m. | Register Here 
  • 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

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