February 2026 Ankeny Business Journal

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FEBRUARY 2026

Celebrating 75 Years

2025 Annual Award Winners A Legacy of People & Progress Trent Murphy Reflecting on 75 Years

Leading with Service

Building Not Just a Business, but a Community Thoughts from Dr. Aaron Rickelman

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Celebrating 75 Years

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A Legacy of People & Progress - Trent Murphy Reflecting on 75 Years Calendar February & March Leading with Service - Thoughts from Dr. Aaron Rickelman January Lattes & Leads Greater Des Moines Partnership Annual Dinner MLK Day of Service Legislative Updates Member Appreciation Drop Offs A Diamond Jubilee Ankeny Area Chamber’s 75th Annual Dinner ActionCoach Vanguard Education Events Chamber Scholarship Programs February Anniversaries Ribbon Cuttings Ankeny Young Professional Events Chamber Member Winners of CITYVIEW’S Best of Des Moines 2026

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A Legacy of People & Progress I have often wondered how successful organizations withstand the test of time. I have witnessed many businesses flourish and then perish within 3 years.

Although the Ankeny Area Chamber is a non-profit, it still operates as a business. With customers, employees, board of directors and service as its product, the Chamber is susceptible to all the pitfalls of any business.

climate and culture that is the Chamber. When I walk into the office, I see pictures, names on plaques, and awards, and I am grateful to say that I have met a few and call many friends and colleagues. I would guess that many reading this would say the same, and if not, I encourage you to join us for the next 75 years and make those connections.

This year, we celebrate the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce’s 75th year of supporting our community and the businesses that drive our economy. Whether you realize it or not, everyone reading this has played a part in this success story. We thank you for your direct support of the Chamber and your ongoing support of our businesses and community.

I have always maintained that success is about perspective. I have not experienced 75 years, and the only perspective I have is this.

Halley’s Comet last appeared in 1986, the year I graduated from high school, and will come around again after 75 years (2061). I was young and didn’t realize I could witness something that might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I intend to see it next time. I encourage you to participate in the next 75 years of the Ankeny Area Chamber and not miss out on the opportunity.

While many have played a part in the Chamber’s story over the last 75 years, for eight months, I had the opportunity to volunteer as Interim CEO. An opportunity to play a part in the Ankeny Area Chamber’s story and set the stage for another 75 years of success. Over the years, I have seen the Chamber from many different perspectives.

While there were ups and downs, one constant always held true: while the mission of the organization was solid, it was the people that made the difference.

If you get an opportunity, look back at the people who participated in the success and those who led us to where we are today. Business owners, board members, employees, and many others created the

I am grateful to the Chamber board for giving me the opportunity to lead the team, and thankful to my wife, Laura, for the sacrifice of her time and talent while we worked through some stressful days. Without her support and expertise, the story would have looked a lot different.

Trent Murphy Murphy Enterprizes, LLC

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Leading with Service

Building Not Just a Business, but a Community Written by Mackenzie Cowden based on testimony from Dr. Aaron Rickelman, Chairman of the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Board, and co-owner of Designed 2 Move Spine & Sport

What values do I bring to my role as Chairman?

As Chairman, I believe in servant leadership. Our role is not for recognition. It is to be of service.

We exist to represent our members, advocate for growth, and help ensure Ankeny remains a place where businesses do more than open. They thrive.

Dr. Aaron Rickelman 2026 Board Chairman

That philosophy guided the development of our new five-year strategic plan. The board selected a vision statement that declares;

We showed up to events. We focused on connection. We started serving where we could.

As we shifted our focus from just building a business to serving the community around us, Designed 2 Move grew faster than we anticipated.

The growth was not accidental. It was relational. One of the biggest turning points was our first Chamber event, a ribbon cutting at our office.

The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce is focused on being a trusted connector that drives business growth, expands What started as a opportunity, and strengthens a united, simple celebration prosperous Ankeny community. opened the door to

Including the word “trusted” matters. Trust is the hull of the ship. Without it, nothing holds together. The Chamber’s new 5-year plan plan emphasizes intentional growth, stronger relationships, and meaningful engagement. It focuses on sustainability, transparency, and accountability so our members and community see the Chamber as a partner, not just an organization.

relationships. Those relationships turned into friendships, referrals, and opportunities to serve. Over time, many of the people we met through the Chamber became not just professional contacts, but close friends.

Why did we choose Ankeny?

Looking back more than a decade later, the impact My wife Abbi & I opened our doors of Designed 2 Move is clear. Chamber involvement influenced both my in Ankeny in 2015 with a simple goal: serve people well personal and professional growth. It shaped how I lead and help them move, live, and perform better. our team. It expanded my understanding of the business environment in Ankeny. It connected me to leaders Ankeny was not a random choice for us. It was across the city and the region. personal. Abbi’s father, Gregg Sunner, was a longtime Ankeny business owner and served as Chairman of the Chamber Board back in 1985. Service to the community was part of her upbringing, and she carried that mindset into our business from day one.

When we first opened, Abbi was determined that we should join the Chamber. I was hesitant. I grew up in a small rural town in Illinois where the business culture was very different. I honestly wondered what the Chamber could do for me.

Dr. Gregg Sunner 1985 Board Chairman

As in many good marriages, my wife was right. We joined in the year we opened, 2015.

The lesson for me was simple. Business growth is not transactional. It is relational.

How did the Chamber become part of our story?

When we first joined, I did not expect to become heavily involved. Then I started attending more events and joined some committees. Over time, I served as a TRC volunteer, a committee lead, an ambassador, a board member, and now Chairman of the Board.

Each step gave me a deeper understanding of what the Chamber really does: At its core, the Chamber is about connection. It is about bringing like-minded people together and helping them learn from one another. It is about surrounding yourself with others who want to serve their customers and their community well.

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Committees bring like-minded people together to share ideas. Members learn from one another’s successes and mistakes. The knowledge in the room becomes greater than what any one person could bring alone.

What are my hopes for the future?

For Designed 2 Move, the goal is simple. Continue serving our patients well and improving outcomes.

Everything else grows from that foundation.

Personally, the biggest benefit has been relationships.

Many Chamber members and staff have become close friends. We have traveled together, served together, and supported one another through both business and life.

Professionally, the impact has been just as strong.

Chamber involvement helped us grow our network, understand city and regional initiatives, and become more intentional leaders in our own business. The leadership skills I use with my staff today were shaped by my experiences serving on Ankeny Area Chamber committees and the board.

How has Chamber involvement shaped my leadership style?

If you try to grow a business in isolation, you are on an island. You can do your own marketing and outreach, and you might succeed. But when you surround yourself with others who share your values, the growth multiplies.

That is the power of community.

Serving on committees and the board has changed the way I lead. I believe leadership means stepping into the challenge first. It means guiding from the front, not directing from a distance.

When problems arise, I do not want to say, “You handle this.” I want to say, “Let’s take this step together.”

That approach has shaped both how I lead at Designed 2 Move and how I serve the Chamber.

The Chamber’s structure supports that mindset.

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For the Chamber and the business community, my hope is for continued collaboration. I want to see businesses mentoring one another, referring one another, and investing in each other’s success. When that happens, the tide rises for everyone.

Ankeny is in a strong position.

We have engaged business owners, committed community leaders, and a Chamber focused on connection and growth. If we continue to work together with a servant mindset, the future is bright.

I often tell people that being involved in the Chamber is a leap of faith. You have to put energy in before you get energy out. But when you do, the results can be lifechanging.

For me, the Chamber has been more than a networking group. It has been a source of friendships, leadership growth, and community impact. It helped shape our business and our family’s life in Ankeny.

What does “Live, Work, Play, Inspire Ankeny” mean to me?

For my family, this phrase is not just a slogan. It describes our daily life.

We live here. Our business is here. Our kids are involved in activities here. We attend church here. We go to the gym here. Our closest friends are here. When we need a service or want to go out to eat, we look first to local businesses.

There is a deep level of trust that comes from doing business with people you know. When Chamber members work together, refer one another, and show up for one another, that trust grows.

I often think about the phrase, “A rising tide lifts all ships.” When businesses support each other, the entire community benefits. Standards rise. Opportunities grow.

The ecosystem becomes stronger.

But a ship does not move with just a captain. It takes a crew. A crew that trusts one another and works in rhythm. That is how the Chamber operates. The board and staff are not here to command. We are here to serve, listen, connect, and help chart a course forward.

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Partnership Investors, Affiliates and takeholders: Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for the Annual Dinner. The energy in the room said it all – Greater Des Moines is moving forward with momentum, confidence and purpose, thanks to your continued investment. We unveiled: Six 2026 Strategic Priorities: • Economic Development • Talent Development • Quality of Life • AI and Innovation • Positioning Greater Des Moines for the Future • Storytelling • Together, these priorities set a bold direction for how we grow, compete and elevate the Greater Des Moines story in the year ahead.

Regional Momentum & Growth: • There is more than $5.7B of capital investment and economic development activity underway right now in our Greater Des Moines region, with another $2B in the queue.

• Through collaboration with the Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce, Tama County Economic Development will now join the Greater Des Moines region.

• Our Story – Amplified: We debuted our 2025 Annual Report video and launched The Greater Des Moines Story, a new storytelling hub designed to share wins, momentum and good news – including yours – from across the region.

Calls to Action: • Learn how to engage with our 2026 Strategic Priorities here.

• Watch and share the 2025 Annual Report video here.

• Visit The Greater Des Moines Story and submit stories to amplify.

• Relive highlights from the Annual Dinner in the photo album here.

Thank you for being part of the momentum – and for helping shape what’s next for Greater Des Moines.

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ANNUAL DINNER It was a great night celebrating with Greater Des Moines Partnership at their Annual Dinner! Affiliate Chambers, Investors, and many more came together to learn about the Partnership’s 2026 Strategic Priorities. Thank you for hosting a wonderful event!

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LEGISLATIVE

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Thank you to everyone who joined up for our first Legislative Update event of 2026 on February 6th.

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View the Recording The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Update events are organized by the volunteers of the Governmental Relations Committee.

The Governmental Relations Committee engages on the local level by hosting legislative updates with elected officials, public forums, and opportunities to connect directly with local representatives.

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Innovation in a Constantly Changing World Through strategic investments, our goal at Murphy Enterprizes is to participate in the reimagining of our communities. We keep an eye towards the future, while maintaining a strong foundation learned from our past.

"Having owned multiple small businesses and serving on many diverse community oriented boards, I have had the opportunity to assess problems from multiple different perspectives. It is important to continue to engage in our community and mentor future leaders.

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A Night 75 Years In The Making

“The history and future of our community depend on what we do today. Only time will tell if it was time well spent. I want to thank each of you for the time you’ve given, and I hope that in the years ahead we can all say it was time well spent.

This evening, we will honor just a few who truly embody that idea. Congratulations to them, and thank you to the Chamber of Commerce for 75 years of dedication. And thank you for sharing your time with me.”

– Trent Murphy, Murphy Enterprizes Presenting Sponsor and 2025 Interim Chamber CEO

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“I just want to say thank you. To our chamber To every single one of staff, our Board, and most importantly, to you, our members, thank you our members, for believing in this organization for believing in the Ankeny and in each other.

Area Chamber. Thank you This past year hasn’t been easy. There were for investing your time, challenges, uncertainties, and moments when energy, money, and trust.

You didn’t just show up showing up took more effort than usual. And this year, you showed up yet, you showed up anyway. in a big way. You attended, Our staff showed up every day with you participated, you professionalism, creativity, and heart, even collaborated, and you when plans had to change, resources were supported one another in stretched, and the path forward wasn’t always ways that truly define what clear. You leaned in, adapted, and kept this a chamber should be. chamber moving forward.

This chamber is people, relationships, and To our board and to Mr. Trent Murphy, thank shared commitment. Because of you, it will you for your leadership and your belief in this continue to grow, lead, and thrive. mission. You asked hard questions, made Thank you.” thoughtful decisions, and never lost sight of the - Tony Mills, 2025 Chamber Board Chairman, businesses we serve.

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“This truly means a lot to me, especially with my kids here tonight. No one goes into local government for the attention, so to be recognized like this is very meaningful.

About 20 years ago, I chose economic development over a fast track to corporate America because I wanted to help make communities better places to live, visit, and do business. That is still what drives me every day.

Thank you to the Chamber and staff for all you do, and to the small business owners in this room. You are the ones creating jobs, making investments, and taking risks. Your work does not go unnoticed. We are a great community today, but there is even more potential to come. That is because of the people in this room and across this city.

I am only as successful as the city team around me. It takes many departments working together, and I am grateful for their support, as well as for our city council and leadership. There is still so much opportunity ahead.

Most of all, thank you to my family, and my wife Katie. This community still has so much opportunity ahead, and I am grateful to be part of it. Thank you.”

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“Truly, thank you. My family is here, and I’m grateful for all of you.

My journey began years ago, when I came to the United States with one suitcase and a dream of a better life. I wanted to build something that mattered, create a family, and find a place to call home. I found that here, because of this community.

You supported me, not just in business, but as a person. You welcomed me with open arms and made me feel like family. That means everything to someone who came here with a dream of building a business, raising a family, and leaving a legacy.

People ask why I stay so involved. It’s simple, I want it to matter. It’s our job to build a legacy in our community. So I encourage you to do a little better every day. Lean on one another. Build this community. Volunteer. Help people you don’t even know. Because that’s what you all did for me.

And here I am today, standing in front of you, beyond grateful. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”

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“First, thank you to my wife Linda—my partner, my everything—and to my incredible team. I learned early from my dad that success comes from your team.

Individual success is fleeting, but when you build a strong team, everything else flows naturally. Please join me in recognizing them tonight.

I also want to thank my parents, Dolly and Charlene, and my daughter Meredith. To even be mentioned alongside the giants of this community is a true honor. Ankeny has been my home since 1965, a small town with huge potential. It’s where I’ve raised my family, built a business, and had the privilege to serve in the Iowa legislature.

As I watched others receive awards tonight, I was inspired by the young, ambitious people stepping up for the future of this city. Community involvement doesn’t require wealth, it requires giving your time and talent. When we do that, we build something far greater than ourselves.

Ankeny is not a suburb. We’re a community that stands on our own, with a spirit all our own. Keep that spirit alive, keep serving, and keep building. I hope to continue contributing for a few more years, and I am deeply honored by this recognition. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

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“Thank you so much, everyone. I had no idea this was coming, and I’m very honored to be up here tonight. My kids and parents are here, and that means a lot to me.

Honestly, I don’t know what to say other than how much I appreciate this. There are so many people in this community who are just as deserving, if not more. I recently attended the police department’s awards banquet, and it was incredible. Even during a short tour of the fire station, I saw firsthand how busy and dedicated these first responders are. People who step up in remarkable ways, rescuing others and serving our community.

So my one ask is this: over the next year, think about the people who inspire you, the ones who go above and beyond, and take the time to nominate them. There are a lot of people who deserve to be on this stage.

Thank you again. I truly appreciate it.”

– Matt Davis, 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year, Neumann Brothers, Inc, & Ankeny City Council Member

“What an honor it is to be up here.

I’m so grateful to be part of the Chamber Ambassadors. We often say we’re the welcoming arm of the chamber, and I truly love getting to celebrate milestones with our businesses. Hearing their stories, being part of ribbon cuttings and grand openings, and everything that comes with being an ambassador has meant a lot to me.

The ambassador committee is amazing, and I’m constantly inspired by the other ambassadors. I’m just really honored to be part of this team.

The chamber has played a huge role in my growth and development over the last few years. My husband, Gabriel, is the owner of ActionCOACH, and as the chamber’s education sponsor, it’s been a wonderful partnership. It has helped us grow, and we hope we’ve helped other members grow as well.

The chamber staff is incredible, and it’s been great getting to know everyone. Thank you again. It’s truly an honor to serve as an ambassador.”

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The Ankeny Area Chamber Of Commerce Currently Offers Three Scholarship Programs

Chamber High School Senior Scholarship:

In order to qualify, you or a parent must work for an Ankeny Area Chamber member. The award amounts vary from $500 to $1000 scholarships depending on the application

Post Secondary Scholarship:

If you are seeking to further your education as an adult learner working for an Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce business, please consider applying for an Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Post-Secondary Scholarship. The Scholarships are sponsored by our Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce members to encourage an adult who wishes to further their education. The award amounts vary from $500 to $1000 scholarships depending on the application.

The scholarships are presented at Senior Night at each of the public high schools, and arrangements made for Ankeny Christian Academy.

All applications are open from February 1, 2026, through April 17, 2026.

Please turn in your scholarship application to the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce, 1360 SW Park Square Dr., Ste. 106, Ankeny, IA 50023 or email it to info@ankeny.org.

You may call 515-964-0685 with any questions.

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Renee Murphy Legacy Scholarship:

Renee Murphy was an engaged, civicminded citizen as well as an integral part of the Ankeny business community. The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to be the administrator for the Renee Murphy Legacy Scholarship which will be given to three Ankeny graduates. The scholarship amount of $1,000 each will be awarded, one to a student at Ankeny High School, one at Ankeny Centennial High School, and one at Ankeny Christian Academy. We reserve the right to give more than one candidate at a high school a scholarship if there is not a qualified candidate, or to a better candidate from a nonqualifying high school.

The Renee Murphy Legacy Scholarship will reward civic and community involvement, volunteerism, and celebrate Renee’s life-long passion for helping others. Given to a senior who is serving on a civic oriented organization (example: Mayor’s Youth Council, student school board, Sons or Daughters of the American Revolution, student council, Polk County Conservation Youth Corps, National Honor Society, 4-H Teen Council in Polk County, American Legion Boys or Girls State, Iowa Youth Congress, etc.), preferably in a leadership role (chair, President, VP, etc.). You do not need to be associated with the Ankeny Chamber to apply for the Renee Murphy Scholarship.

Applications are open from February 1, 2026, through April 17, 2026. Please turn in your scholarship application to the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce, 1360 SW Park Square Dr., Ste. 106, Ankeny, IA 50023 or email it to info@ankeny.org.

You may call 515-964-0685 with any questions.

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We were thrilled to celebrate this exciting milestone with one of our valued community partners.

Thank you for all you do to preserve and promote Ankeny’s historic district by supporting a unique mix of shopping, dining, and services, while also providing hometown entertainment and meaningful community enrichment in Ankeny’s original neighborhood!

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CONGRATULATIONS ON THEIR SECOND ANKENY LOCATION! Goodwill of Central Iowa (515) 265-5323 | www.dmgoodwill.org

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Congratulations to all the Ankeny Chamber members who have been recognized in CITYVIEW’s Best of Des Moines 2026! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence have made a lasting impact on our community.

We are proud to have such outstanding businesses and professionals as part of our Chamber, and we celebrate your well-deserved success. Keep shining and setting the standard for excellence in metro area!

Runner-Up Best Prairie Trail Restaurant

Runner-Up Best Winner Best Local Foundation Local Chamber of Commerce Repair Company

1360 SW Park Square Dr, Suite 104, 106 & 108, Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 964-0685 | www.ankeny.org

1535 SW Market St, Ste 100 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 217-5005 | www.30hop.com/location/ankeny

Runner-Up Best Local Orthodontist

Winner Best Local Hardware Store

Winner Best Local Place to Have a Kid’s Birthday Party Winner Best Local Place to Hold a Corporate Event/Party Winner Best Local Nonprofit Runner-Up Best Local Annual Event ARL Raise Your Paw Auction

5452 N.E. 22nd St. Des Moines, IA 50315 (515) 262-9503 | www.arl-iowa.org

Runner-Up Best Local Place to Bowl 1580 S.W. Market St. Ankeny, IA 50023 www.dsmpartnership.com/small-business/ services-and-programs/spark-dsm

350 NW 18th Street Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 965-2672 www.ankenyortho.com

3020 S.W. Oralabor Rd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 809-1104 www.acehardware.com/store-details/16360

5327 N.W. 2nd St. Des Moines, IA 50313 (515) 963-0226 | bambasements.com

Winner Best Local French Fries Runner-Up Best Local Burger

2205 S.E. Delaware Ave. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 238-5757 | b-bops.com/locations/ankeny

Runner-Up Best Local Electric Company

111 Jackson Ave. Des Moines, IA 50315 www.bakerelectric.com

Winner Best Local Mortgage Company Winner Best Local Bank

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2805 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 473-7028 www.centralbankonline.com Central Bank - Des Moines Highland Park Branch 3624 6th Ave. Des Moines, IA 50313 Central Bank - Des Moines Ingersoll Branch 3455 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA 50312 Central Bank - Urbandale 86th St. Branch 4848 86th St. Urbandale, IA 50322 Central Bank - Waukee Branch 300 Hickman Rd. Waukee, IA 50263 Central Bank - West Des Moines Mills Civic Branch 5070 Mills Civic Pkwy. West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Winner Best Local Place to Get “Gas” Runner-Up Best Local Convenience Store

Casey’s General Stores

*PREMIER MEMBER*

1 Convenience Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.caseys.com Casey’s General Store #1548 2905 W. 1st St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 964-0649 Casey’s General Store #1659 302 S. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 Casey’s General Store #1941 1010 S.E. Oralabor Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 963-8264 Casey’s General Store #2164 3505 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 Casey’s General Store #2689 1310 N.W. 18th St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 963-7640

Casey’s General Store #2785 1602 W. 1st St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 963-4323 Casey’s General Store #2896 2601 S.E. Creekview Dr. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 963-8076 Casey’s General Store #2920 1010 S.E. National Dr. Ankeny, IA 50021 Casey’s General Store #3075 6981 N.E. 14th St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 289-1953 Casey’s General Store #3827 3605 NW Irvindale Dr. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 964-0906 Casey’s General Store #3888 1024 E. 1st St. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 964-5595

Runner-Up Best Local Pool & Spa Store

5360 N.E. 14th St., Ste. F Des Moines, IA 50313 (515) 263-6900| www.soakandswim.com

Winner Best Local Chocolate/Candy Store

2405 SW White Birch Dr, Ste 107 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 751-3505 | www.stamankeny.com

Winner Best Local Place to See Beautiful People Winner Best Local Spa Runner-Up Best Local Waxing Salon Winner Best Place for Laser Hair Removal Winner Best Local Place for NonSurgical Cosmetic Treatment

225 N.W. 18th St., Ste. 109 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 513-6262 | www.dsmcoachlight.com

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Runner-Up Best Local Credit Union

Winner Best Local Caterer

Winner Best Local Orthopedic Clinic

DMOS Orthopaedic Centers - Ankeny

*PREMIER MEMBER*

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Community Choice Credit Union - Ankeny UNbanking Center

5405 N.W. 78th Ct. Johnston, IA 50131 (515) 208-2091 | www.cateringbycyd.com

2710 S Ankeny Blvd Ankeny, IA 50023 www.comchoicecu.org CCCU - Altoona UNbanking Center 818 8th Street SW Altoona, IA 50009 CCCU - Ames UNbanking Center 212 E Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010 CCCU - Choice Creative Solutions 6163 NW 86th Street Johnston, IA 50131 CCCU - Clive UNbanking Center 1351 NW 114th Street Clive, IA 50325 CCCU - Grimes UNbanking Center 1895 SE Grimes Blvd, Ste 102 Grimes, IA 50111 CCCU - Johnston UNbanking Center 8404 NW 62nd Avenue Johnston, IA 50131 CCCU - Locust UNbanking Center 1408 Locust St, Ste 102 Des Moines, IA 50309 CCCU - Lyon UNbanking Center 700 E Lyon Street Des Moines, IA 50309 CCCU - Marshalltown UNbanking Center 10 La Frentz Lane, Ste 300 Marshalltown, IA 50158 CCCU - Waukee UNbanking Center 780 W Hickman Rd Waukee, IA 50263

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350 N.E. 36th St. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.dmos.com DMOS Orthopaedic Centers - Des Moines 1301 Penn Ave., Suite 213 Des Moines, IA 50316 DMOS Orthopaedic Centers - Urbandale 4850 100th St Urbandale, IA 50322 DMOS Orthopaedic Centers - West Des Moines 6001 Westown Parkway West Des Moines, IA 50266

Runner-Up Best Local Eye Clinic

Des Moines Area Community College 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 www.dmacc.edu

1620 N Ankeny Blvd, Ste 106 Ankeny, IA 50023 eyedoctordesmoines.com/location/ankeny-north

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Winner Best Local Grocery Store

Runner-Up Best Local Swim School

Fareway Store, Inc. - N. Ankeny Blvd.

3205 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 965-7551 | www.fareway.com/stores/store/107 Fareway Store, Inc. - Oralabor Rd. 109 S.E. Oralabor Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.fareway.com/stores/store/69

2455 S.W. State St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 724-7946 www.fossswimschool.com/swimming-lessonlocations/foss-swim-school-in-ankeny-ia

Winner Best Local Place to Kickbox

Winner Best Local Farmers Market

Runner-Up Best Local Thrift Shop

700 Locust St., Suite 100 Des Moines, IA 50309 www.dsmpartnership.com www.dsmpartnership.com/ desmoinesfarmersmarket/

121 N.E. 18th St. Ankeny, IA 50021 fxbankeny.com 5355 NW 86th St Johnston, IA 50131 (515) 265-5323 | www.dmgoodwill.org

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Runner-Up Best Local Credit Union

Runner-Up Best Local Record Store Runner-Up Best Ankeny Store

Winner Best Local Tattoo Studio Runner-Up Best Local Body Piercing Studio

GreenState Credit Union 2610 S.W. White Birch Dr. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 330-4742 | www.greenstatecu.org

Winner Best Local Pharmacy Runner-Up Best Local Place to Get “Gas” Runner-Up Best Local Grocery Store

613 S Ankeny Blvd Ankeny, IA 50023 www.jaystoysandgames.com

Runner-Up Best Local Place to Kickbox 1975 N Ankeny Blvd, Suite 112 Ankeny, IA 50023 (712) 574-9336 | ankeny.kravegym.com/about-location

Hy-Vee North Ankeny 410 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 www.hy-vee.com/stores/detail.aspx?s=8 Hy-Vee Prairie Trail 2510 S.W. State St. Ankeny, IA 50023 www.hy-vee.com/stores/detail.aspx?s=1333

Winner Best Local Home Health Provider

1550 N. Ankeny Blvd, Ste 104 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 422-4743 | www.luckygaltattoo.com

Runner-Up Best Local Irish Pub

Winner Best Local Convenience Store Runner-Up Best Local Place to Get “Gas” Kwik Star #1707 - Delaware Ave 6155 SE Delaware Ave Ankeny, IA 50021 www.kwiktrip.com

Runner-Up Best Local Bicycle Shop

1610 SW Main St., Ste 107 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 289-3747 | www.mageesirishpub.com

Runner-Up Best Local Internet Provider

7524 Hickman Rd Windsor Heights, IA 50324 (515) 414-8787 | www.infinityhomecareia.com

Runner-Up Best Local Orthopedic Clinic

710 E. First St. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 669-8315 | www.iowaortho.com

2205 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA 50312 (855) 633-4226 | mediacomcable.com 1840 S.W. White Birch Cir. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 371-1807 | www.kylesbikes.com

Winner Best Local Sign Company

Winner Best Local Internet Provider

(515) 513-6945 | www.metronet.com

Winner Best Local HVAC Company Runner-Up Best Local Plumbing Company

Winner Best Local Landmark Runner-Up Best Local Place to Take Visitors

1601 SE Gateway Dr, Ste 130 | Grimes, IA 50111 (515) 943-2875 | www.lashier.com

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Runner-Up Best Local Place for Non-Surgical Cosmetic Treatment Winner Best Local Place to get a Massage Winner Best Local Place To Get Your Eye Lashes Done Runner-Up Best Local Spa Runner-Up Best Local Waxing Salon Runner-Up Best Local Holistic Health Center

Runner-Up Best Local Home Painter

Winner Best Local Pest Control Company

3601 Douglas Ave. Des Moines, IA 50310 (515) 279-7378 | desmoinespestservice.com

2110 63rd St. Windsor Heights, IA 50324 (515) 274-1883 | petersonpainting.net

Winner Best Ankeny Store

Winner Best Local Cleaning Company

320 S.E. Delaware Ave. Ankeny, IA 50021 (563) 599-7422 | www.novamedspa.org

114 NW 9th St, Ste 102 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 344-3972 | www.phclean.net

315 S.W. Maple St., Ste. C Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 201-0478 | www.realdeals.net/ankeny

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Runner-Up Best Local Place to See Beautiful People

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1705 N. Ankeny Blvd., Ste. B Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 330-8900 www.renuyouaestheticsandbotox.com

2120 S.E. 44th Ct. Grimes, IA 50111 (515) 965-9865 www.tmjconstructionservices.com/roofing

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1410 S.W. Tradition Dr. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 875-9156 | www.iowaclinic.com/locations/ the-iowa-clinic-ankeny-campus 3602 NE Otter View Cir, Ste B Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 313-7103 | www.scheibrealestate.com

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1360 N.W. 18th St., Ste. 102 Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 875-9156 | www.iowaclinic.com/locations/ the-iowa-clinic-north-ankeny

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Winner Best Local Moving Company

2601 104th Street, Suite 400 Urbandale, IA 50322 (515) 276-7170 | www.twomenandatruck.com

Runner-Up Best Local Sign Company

6990 NE 14th St., 1A Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 216-1240 | www.signarama-ankeny.com

Winner Best Local BBQ

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265 50th Street West Des Moines, IA 50265 (515) 480-4476 www.facebook.com/pelicanpostdsm

Runner-Up Best Local Cleaning Company

Winner Best Local Doctor’s Clinic Winner Best Local Hospital Runner-Up Best Local Maternity Care or Birthing Center

1200 Pleasant St. Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 241-5283 | www.unitypoint.org

Runner-Up Best Local Farmers Market 5055 NW 2nd Ave. Des Moines, IA 50313 (515) 243-2747 | www.smokeydsbbq.com 629 S Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 707-1004 | www.thequeenofcleania.com 601 SW 3rd St. Suite B Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 681-5347 | www.uptownankeny.org

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Winner Best Local Credit Union

Veridian Credit Union - Ankeny Main 1201 S. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 289-5532 www.veridiancu.org/locations/ankeny-main Veridian Credit Union - Ankeny North Hy-Vee 410 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (800) 235-3228 www.veridiancu.org/locations/ankeny-hyvee-north Veridian Credit Union - Georgetown 2180 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (800) 235-3228 www.veridiancu.org/locations/georgetown Veridian Credit Union - Prairie Trail 2115 S.W. State St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 635-2348 www.veridiancu.org/locations/prairie-trail

Winner Best Local Employer Winner Best Local Holistic Health Center Winner Best Local Chiropractic Clinic Runner-Up Best Local Customer Service (overall)

Runner-Up Best Local BBQ

403 Iowa Avenue Luther, IA 50152 5152577490 | www.whatchasmokinbbq.com

630 S. 50th St. West Des Moines, IA 50265 (515) 422-9552 | www.verohealthcenter.com

Runner-Up Best Ankeny Bar

Winner Best Local Seafood

Whiskey River

1350 S.W. Vintage Pkwy. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 264-5502 | www.whiskeyriverankeny.com

2414 S.E. Tones Dr. Ankeny, IA 50021 (515) 223-5106 | www.waterfrontseafoodmarket.com

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