Small Business Resources

The Greater Des Moines Partnership offers the tools you need to help grow your small business or startup. From online resources on topics like how to start a business, finance, banking and capital, marketing, hiring and events for small business, the Small Business Resources Hub is here to help. The Partnership also offers the following services and additional resources for small businesses:

For more information, contact The Partnership’s small business and startup experts. 

Small Business Resources Newsletter

Learn more about small business and startup resources available through The Partnership, as well as events and news to help grow your business. Sign up for the Small Business Resources Newsletter.

Startup Stories DSM Podcast

Get inspired by listening to success stories from local small businesses and startups on the Startup Stories DSM podcast series.

 

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Your business can grow as your digital footprint grows — through your website, social media pages and more.
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The Technology Association of Iowa looks forward to welcoming more than 600 technology leaders to the region.
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2022 Small Business Success Summit Keynote Takeaways Accounting & Taxes, Additional Resources, Events & Networking, Finance, Banking & Capital, How to Start a Business, IT & Data, Legal, Marketing & Sales, Staffing & Hiring, Success Stories, Succession Planning
Nick Sarillo and Dima Ghawi offered advice to small business owners during the 2022 Small Business Success Summit.
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Patterns should be established from relevant and informed sources to ensure data is accurate for your client.
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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) outlines resources to prevent ransomware attacks.
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Anthony (Tony) Paustian reflects on local community college campus' accomplishments and future.
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Learn how to prepare for and successfully manage cybersecurity attacks for your small business.
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Nobious outlines four things to consider when choosing new software for your small business needs.
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Panel discusses rural and urban access to broadband at the April 2021 Public Policy Issue Forum.
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Broadband access in Greater Des Moines' (DSM's) urban core and our rural communities is integral for the future.
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Broadband access in Greater Des Moines' (DSM's) urban core and our rural communities is integral for the future.
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Mike Larkin and Ted Davies explain targeting consumers and utilizing data to find success for your brand.
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AI Advertising and Big Data in Marketing IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
People hate to be sold to, but love to buy. Hear the top five ways you can better understand the customer journey.
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A new fiber buildout will bring faster internet to Clive, Johnston and Urbandale in Greater Des Moines (DSM).
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The DSM USA Policy HQ podcast guests discuss connectivity and expanding broadband in Iowa.
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Kinseyco Digital Marketing Strategy for COVID-19 Additional Resources, IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Kinseyco lays out five steps for strategic digital marketing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tips for Small Businesses Struggling with the Effects of COVID-19 Accounting & Taxes, Additional Resources, IT & Data, Legal
Jeffrey Goetz gives tips to business owners recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Living History Farms DSM Forward Webinar Additional Resources, IT & Data, Staffing & Hiring
Ruth Haus shares event information and COVID-19 precautions for Living History Farms.
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New Workplace Webinar for DSM Forward Additional Resources, IT & Data, Staffing & Hiring
Amber M. Lewis and Rich Glass, of Mercer, share thoughts on a collaborative and successful return to the workplace.
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Cyber Security Experts Webinar for DSM Forward Additional Resources, IT & Data
Cyber security experts offer recommendations for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Reaching Customers Online Through Google IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Use Google tools and resources to reach customers, appear in search results and advertise online.
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Driving Business Growth with Data IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Learn how to drive growth in your business using Google Analytics data to bring about results and leads.
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Building an Effective Sales Process During COVID-19 Additional Resources, IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Andy Snook describes the importance of developing process maps for your business team.
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The Davis Brown Law Firm offers recommendations for businesses during COVID-19.
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LightEdge Navigates Social Distancing During COVID-19 Additional Resources, IT & Data, Staffing & Hiring
Michael Hannan offers businesses tips on maintaining employee productivity and securing data during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Find Free Cybersecurity Resources Additional Resources, IT & Data
Kara Hoogensen gives tips on where businesses can find free cybersecurity resources.
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Tips and Fundamentals of Successful Virtual Conferences Additional Resources, Events & Networking, IT & Data
Mike Colwell explains keeping your audience engaged through focus on technical, presentation and speakers.
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You've Been Hacked! IT & Data, Legal
John Lande and Bob Hickock discuss data breaches at the Small Business Success Summit.
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Top Five Tips for Great Websites IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Uncover five tips and changes for small business owners to consider for their websites.
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Learn how to monitor your small business brand online through reviews and social media.
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Disaster Recovery for Small Businesses Additional Resources, How to Start a Business, IT & Data
Learn how to outline the necessary steps to ensure you and your organization are at the ready before, during and after disaster strikes.
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Steven Brockshus discusses FarmlandFinder and its tools for potential landowners in episode 37 of the Small Business and Startup Stories DSM podcast.
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Apps help small businesses gather data, increase workflow and manage operational tasks.
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Guide to Optimizing Your Online Presence Additional Resources, IT & Data, Marketing & Sales
Have you optimized your online presence? Learn to do so effectively with this quick how-to.
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Scott Meeker talks connecting small business to the right professionals for IT issues.
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Implementing a cybersecurity policy is one way to combat IT and data security threats.
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