McKinsey Expert to Keynote 2026 Greater Des Moines Regional Summit
Examining AI's impact on economic growth and the regional economy
GREATER DES MOINES, IA (May 21, 2026) – The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced the keynote speaker and topic for the 2026 Greater Des Moines Regional Summit, taking place Thursday, Oct. 8, at the EMC Expo Center in Des Moines.
The keynote will focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the future of the regional economy. Drawing on McKinsey’s research on generative AI, the presentation will explore how adoption will influence economic growth and sector competitiveness across Greater Des Moines. It will highlight industries central to the region including insurance, financial services, health care, manufacturing and logistics and examine implications for productivity, workforce dynamics and long-term market shifts.
Dominic Williams, a Senior Expert in McKinsey & Company’s Institute for Economic Mobility, will deliver the keynote. His work focuses on how economic growth, workforce trends and place-based strategies shape long-term prosperity, helping organizations navigate economic change and opportunity.
"Greater Des Moines is at its best when leaders come together to prepare for what’s next,” said Tiffany Tauscheck, President & CEO of The Partnership. “As AI continues to shape industries and the economy, presentations and conversations with leaders like McKinsey help our region better understand the opportunities ahead and how we continue building long-term growth.”
The Regional Summit brings together public, private and nonprofit leaders from across the region to connect, learn and collaborate on forward-thinking solutions. Programming focuses on opportunities and challenges across rural, urban and suburban communities, advancing the region as a top destination for economic and talent development.
The 2026 Summit will also feature multiple tracks such as Small Business, Economic Development and One Partnership as well as a new Inclusive Talent track focused on advancing workforce and workplace practices. Event programming will bring together business and community leaders to share strategies and explore approaches that support a thriving regional economy.
During lunch, the annual Economic Impact Awards will recognize local companies that have made significant contributions toward the economic and community vitality of Greater Des Moines.
Additional details on programming will be announced soon. Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Kathryn Smith, Vice President of Investor Relations and Community Engagement at The Partnership.
Register and learn more at DSMpartnership.com.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the largest regional business, economic development and talent development organization in Iowa and the second-largest regional chamber of commerce in the country, serving multiple counties in Greater Des Moines. Together with more than 400 Investors and an Affiliate Chamber of Commerce network of more than 7,200 Regional Chamber Members, The Partnership helps businesses grow and advances quality of life in Greater Des Moines with one voice, one mission and as one region, contributing to a vibrant regional economy. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.