Member Stories

At the heart of the Greater Des Moines Partnership are the business owners and local leaders shaping Greater Des Moines into something greater. From retail shops and restaurants to service providers and distributors, our more than 7,200 Regional Chamber Members are innovative, engaged and invested in the region's success. Whether it's a business milestone, a local event coming up or an expansion, The Partnership wants to help you celebrate and share these stories to help inspire others in the Greater Des Moines community.

Not a Member? It’s easy to become one — learn more about joining a Chamber and take advantage of the dual-membership benefits available through The Partnership.

What’s the latest news with your Greater Des Moines business or organization? Share your wins, most recent developments and other exciting announcements with us, and we’ll help spread the word. Contact Kyle Oppenhuizen, Vice President of Communications, to inquire about sharing your story. The Partnership team can help write your story or you are welcome to submit copy to us to review and publish. Stories are then published on The Greater Des Moines Story and shared on The Partnership’s channels. 

Why Tell Your Story

Your business is unique and contributes to the dynamic fabric of the Greater Des Moines region. Stories are a way to convey your expertise and share what you know. They are also a way to elevate your unique value proposition to community members and potential customers. Stories are also an opportunity to get back links to your website, which supports healthy website optimization and authority-building with search engines.