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July 2012: Jason Stone Steers BIZ Attendees Clear of Agreement Troubles

Observations on Written and Verbal Commitments

"It's not always about written contracts," Mike Colwell, Executive Director of the Business Innovation Zone, observed. "Written contracts drafted by lawyers usually work out fairly well, but we all make commitments every day."

Jason shares some thoughts, tips and stories about how to be safe when we make those commitments. Check out the video below:

Square One DSM, an initiative of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, is formerly known as Business Innovation Zone (BIZ).

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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 Business 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. 

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