Upcoming Economic Development Opportunities
One of the many benefits that the Partnership provides, is the chance to learn more about expanded economic development opportunities. The Partnership is hosting three unique events aimed at expanding Greater Des Moines' (DSM's) business community further into the global market.
Business Opportunities Between Iowa and Israel
Wednesday, March 26
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority & the Partnership, invite you to a luncheon with Mr. Daniel Blumenthal, Deputy Consul for Economic Affairs, Government of Israel Economic Mission to the Midwest. Mr. Blumenthal will discuss business opportunities between Iowa and Israel and why your company should consider Israel when expanding your international markets. Click here to register.
Doing Business with Peru
Thursday, April 3
7:30 - 9 a.m.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority, The Embassy of Peru, and the Partnership invite you to a breakfast with Ambassador Harold Forsyth who is the Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to the United States. Ambassador Forsyth will speak about the political, economic, and social situation in Peru and trade/investment opportunities. Registration/Breakfast takes place from 7:30 – 8 a.m., followed by the program and a question and answer session from 8-9 a.m. Click here to register.
Discovering Bilateral Economic Opportunities Between Iowa and the Middle East
Wednesday, April 9
11:30 a.m.
Creating and strengthening international relationships is crucial to the success of any business. Join the Partnership and International Traders of Iowa for lunch and a discussion on identifying key potential areas of economic alignment between the Middle East and Iowa.
Keynote Speaker: Kavilash Chawla, Global Practitioner-in-Residence, College of Business and Public Administration and Principal Financial Group Center for Global Citizenship, Drake University
The discussion includes looking at opportunities for trade, investment, and human capital. In addition, the discussion will provide some specific, concrete suggestions on how to begin implementing and developing a more productive bilateral economic relationship between Iowa and the Middle East. Click here to register.
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 330 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.