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2025: A Year of Success in Greater Des Moines... And The Story to Write In 2026

2025’s numbers are in and they tell a a story of success. From economic development wins to workforce development accomplishments, the Greater Des Moines region is writing the narrative that shows the world why here is the place to flourish and grow.  

The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s Annual Report captures a snapshot of the work that is being done by The Partnership and collaborators across the region. Read the report here and watch the Annual Report video here: 
 
The report highlights point-in-time metrics  and a year of accolades that measure progress — and there's more to come in 2026.

The Next Chapter Starts Now

The Partnership  invites the region to be part of this story. Check out the organization’s 2026 Strategic Priorities and step up and consider these actions that will positively impact our region and community’s future: 

  • Connect with The Partnership on business growth and expansion 
  • Join talent initiatives 
  • Leverage community research 
  • Engage with your local chamber 
  • Help shape the AI Skills and Fluency Tool 
  • Mentor small businesses and startups 
  • Join a Roundtable 
  • Engage as a Partnership Investor 
  • Share your story

Learn more about the actions you can take in 2026 to advance Greater Des Moines

Collaboration is Greater Des Moines’ secret sauce. When the region wins, we all win. And winning takes a team. Your contributions can shape our collective success. Let’s go write the Greater Des Moines story together.  

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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 12 counties in Greater Des Moines: Adair, Clarke, Dallas, Guthrie, Jasper, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Poweshiek and Warren. 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.