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Greater Des Moines Partnership To Host Public Policy Issue Forum On Health Care

September 27, 2023

GREATER DES MOINES, IA (Sept. 28, 2023) – The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced its next Public Policy Issue Forum will be on the topic of health care on Thursday, Oct. 19 from Noon – 1 p.m. This is one of a series of public policy forums throughout 2023 to explore issues impacting Greater Des Moines (DSM). Each forum includes a conversation of experts who will provide insights surrounding the policy implications of that priority issue.  

The Public Policy Issue Forum on health care will feature a panel discussion on the status of Iowa’s health care system and the programs and policy initiatives to address the industry’s workforce shortage. Confirmed panelists include: 

  • Mike Wegner, MercyOne 
  • Phil Blumberg, Des Moines University Clinic 
  • Dr. Anthony Coleman, Broadlawns Medical Center 
  • David Stark, UnityPoint Health, Moderator 

Registration for this event is free. The event will take place in a hybrid format. Registrants can attend in person at The Partnership’s office at 700 Locust St. in Downtown DSM, or receive a livestream link upon registration. Click here to register.   

The final forum of the year is scheduled for Dec. 14 on the topic of the Iowa Caucuses. Stay up to date on the latest event announcements by visiting The Partnership’s website. 

About the Greater Des Moines Partnership 

The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 24 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and more than 400 Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.