Startup Stories DSM Podcast Launches

GREATER DES MOINES, IA (March 26, 2018) — Startup Stories DSM, a new podcast produced by the Greater Des Moines Partnership, launched today. The podcast series documents Greater Des Moines (DSM) entrepreneurs and their successes and failures.

The first episode was recorded in front of a studio audience. It features FarrPro CEO Amos Petersen discussing how his idea went from a napkin sketch to having a product in 100 days. The podcast is hosted by Mike Colwell, Executive Director of Entrepreneurial Initiatives at The Partnership.

“DSM has a thriving startup and entrepreneurial ecosystem and we are excited to share these incredible stories with a wider audience,” said Colwell. “Our hope is to educate and inspire new audiences with compelling stories that articulate the various paths to entrepreneurial success.”

Christina Moffatt, Director of Small Business Resources at The Partnership, will rotate hosting the twice-monthly podcast.

The Partnership — through its entrepreneurial initiatives — mentors, connects and enhances the potential for success for entrepreneurs in DSM working with several hundred startups. Listen and subscribe to the podcast at DSMpartnership.com/podcast.

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 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,100 Regional Business Members and more than 320 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.