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Working to build the music scene in Greater Des Moines

2024/02/08

Sam Summers, a live music and entertainment serial entrepreneur who has built and founded First Fleet Concerts (FFC), Hinterland Music Festival, Wooly’s, Val Air Ballroom, Up-Down Arcade Bars and Des Moines Register 2024 Person to Watch, shares thoughts on growing the music scene in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Learn more about entrepreneurial and small business support at www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness

Passion and Knowledge of the Apparel Industry Leads to the Creation of Dhakai in DSM

2023/10/04

Russel Karim, Founder of Dhakai, shares about connecting fashion brands to ethical apparel vendors utilizing a worldwide team while living in Iowa.

Finding Your North: Award-Winning Marketing with Northgate

2023/08/24

David Tracy, CEO and Founder of Northgate Marketing, shares about what it’s like to run a business like Northgate Marketing in Greater Des Moines (DSM).

VizyPay Focuses on Helping Rural Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses

2023/08/22

During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Austin Mac Nab, CEO and Founder of VizyPay, and Frank Pagano, Managing Partner of VizyPay, share about what it’s like to run a business like VizyPay in Greater Des Moines (DSM).

Studio Process Goes Beyond the Script to Create a Big Impact

2023/08/11

Laura Formanek, Owner of Studio Process, talks with The Partnership's Emily McLain about creating meaningful content and founding her business in Greater Des Moines (DSM).

Growth of Local Startup OpenLoop Leads to Recognition in Health Technology Industry

2023/07/05

Jon Lensing, CEO & Co-Founder of OpenLoop Health, shares how the company continues to expand through gaining talented employees and creating partnerships to increase care around the country.

Hyping Up DSM One Energy Drink at a Time

2023/06/05

Chris and Isabella Whalen, Co-Owners of Hyper Energy Bar, share how Hyper is a go-to spot for people around the region to get coffee, energy drinks and more.

Making the World Safer with IntelliSee Technology

2023/05/01

Scott Keplinger, CEO of IntelliSee, headquartered in Coralville and Des Moines, shares about his work creating software that provides surveillance safety for businesses.

Musical Artist Lani Joins Mainframe Studios and Makes a Name for Herself in DSM

2023/04/12

Lani, Creative Business Owner and Musician in Greater Des Moines (DSM), shares her business and entrepreneurial journey with Greater Des Moines Partnership Small Business and Member Support Manager Emily McLain.

Working to Give Rural Communities the Opportunity to Thrive

2023/04/03

Bill Menner, Founder of the Bill Menner Group in Grinnell and executive director of Iowa Rural Development Council discussed his Greater Des Moines (DSM) business and entrepreneurial journey

5 Borough Bagels serves up bagels while focusing on community partnerships that strengthen their customer base

2023/02/01

Toney and Sarah Chem, Co-Owners of 5 Borough Bagels (13435 University Ave., Clive), discussed their Greater Des Moines (DSM) business and entrepreneurial journey

Music League Connects Friends + Helps Them Discover New Music

2023/01/05

During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Eric West, CEO/Co-Founder of Music League, discussed his entrepreneurial journey with Greater Des Moines Partnership Startup Community Builder Diana Wright. Music League is a competitive, objective game to discover new music, build community among colleagues, family, and friends, and ultimately find out if you or your friends have the best taste in music.