YOUR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE THE IOWA STATE FAIR | JULY 2022
UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday July 6, 2022 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM CST
FuseDSM Economic Development Committee Meeting
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Thursday July 7, 2022 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM CST
FuseHR Forum - Right or Right Now: Effective Hiring
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Thursday July 14, 2022 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CST
FuseDSM Monthly Luncheon - "How to Find Your Fun at the 2022 Iowa State Fair"
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Thursday July 14, 2022 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CST
RIBOON CUTTING Monsterama Arcade
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Feed Your Mind Lunch & Learn "Brand Aid - Why your brand is so important"
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Wednesday Jul 20, 2022 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
FuseDSM NPO Confidential
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Wednesday Jul 27, 2022 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
MOXIE presented by East Village Spa
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022 TIME TBD
McGough Construction Ribbon Cutting
Thursday Jul 28, 2022 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Firestarter Meeting Fong's Pizza
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MORE INFO TO COME
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UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday August 3rd, 2022 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM CST
FuseDSM Economic Development Committee Meeting
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Tuesday August 4 , 2022 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CST
RIBBON CUTTING BioLife Plasma Services
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Thursday August 11, 2022 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM CST
FuseDSM Quarterly Breakfast - "It's Fine, I'm Fine, Everything is Fine" - Britney Brown CEO of Copy + Paste DSM & Imperfect Inspiration
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Tuesday August 16 , 2022 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CST
Feed Your Mind Lunch & Learn - "Get on Board: The roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board member"
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Wednesday August 17, 2022 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
FuseDSM NPO Confidential
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Wednesday August 24, 2022 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
MOXIE presented by East Village Spa
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Thursday August 25, 2022 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Firestarter Meeting - TBD
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Friday August 26, 2022 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
2022 FuseDSM Annual Fore! Golf Tournament
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Tuesday August 30, 2022 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM CDT
Change Your Circle Speed Networking Event
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
JULY 2022
JULY CONTENT IN THE COMMUNITY //
NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT: DMARC RETAIL SPOTLIGHT: BANKERS TRUST RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: HY-VEE IOWA STATE FAIR FOOD LINEUP CATCH DSM
MEMBER NEWS //
GET INVOLVED IN THE CHAMBER HY-VEE DIETICIAN SPEAK UP STORIES
JULY EDITION //
RIVERVIEW EVENTS CENTER IOWA STATE FAIR FEED YOUR MIND LUNCH & LEARN SERIES CACH DSM - FAIR FOOD TO TRY CREATIVE DSM TAKES THE IOWA STATE FAIR
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CHAMBER UPDATES PAGE NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT PAGE MEET THE BOARD FIRESTARTER SPOTLIGHT
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LETTER FROM THE CEO
JULY 2022
FROM THE CHAIR Happy post Fourth of July! AND….we all know what the next big holiday is in the great state of Iowa – the Iowa State Fair!
The Iowa State Fair is a 10-day macrocosm of what we Des Moines metro business owners experience every day of the year.
State Fair vendors present new and innovative products alongside those tried-and-true establishments that have served as cornerstones for the fair. We’re just like them. Our members bring excitement and explorers to the city right alongside our local consumers that make Des Moines hum.
FuseDSM – Your Chamber of Commerce works hard for us by promoting our products and services, collaborating to help us find partnerships that complement us and by supporting us with
FuseDSM, along with this perfect combination of new and established, small or large businesses, makes for perfect partners in continuing to build this growing and thriving fair AND city year-round.
I mean…it’s worked for the Iowa State Fair for the past 168 years, so I say we continue to follow their lead.
In the meantime, wishing you a wonderful July and don’t miss an opportunity to enjoy all the wonderful events our members have planned for us this month including live music events such as Rendezvous on Riverview, Music in the Garden with the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Zoo Brew at Blank Park Zoo, and the HyVee IndyCar Race Weekend.
I apologize for those events I missed, but please join the FuseDSM Members Only Facebook page to make sure you will always be “in the know”.
information and services that benefit our businesses. Warm Summer Regards,
Carolyn Jenison
CAROLYN JENISON FUSEDSM CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, Speak PR
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MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION A premier commercial construction and full-service real estate firm
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CREATIVE DSM
JULY 2022
4 IOWA STATE FAIR ESSENTIALS BY CREATIVE DSM
With the Iowa State Fair so close around the corner, we are gearing up to visit and experience some of our favorite attractions at the fair!
ANDI - FERRIS WHEEL Take in the spectacular views of Des Moines from above. Get a new view of the city we love. Ride with the family and change your perspective.
APRIL - BABY ANIMALS Piglets have been my favorite animal since I was a kid - so visiting the Paul Knapp center to see all the baby animals is always so adorable.
ALICIA - GRANDSTAND There's nothing better than enjoying a live concert with your friends in the Grandstand!
CREATIVE DSM
JULY 2022
AXEL - BETTIE'S FOOT LONGS For all you hot dog fans out thereBettie's is the best! It's been in my family for generations and you might just find my cousins behind the counter. Let them know Axel sent you!
HONORABLE MENTIONS Some of our other favorite stops, food, and attractions are ice cold fresh lemonade (from any stand), the giant slide, and the sky glider! Check out all of our favorite stops this year at the 2022 Iowa State Fair! From our team who has grown up going to the fair each year, and still comes back for more, you know these are legit! TAG US IN YOUR IOWA STATE FAIR PICS THIS YEAR TO SHARE YOUR TOP PICKS ON OUR INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK STORIES.
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YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE LIKE FAMILY, TREAT THEM THAT WAY. YOUR EMPLOYEES ARE THE MOST VALUABLE ASSET AT YOUR COMPANY. WE’VE MADE IT EASIER FOR YOU TO SUPPORT THEIR RETIREMENT READINESS BY SIMPLIFYING AN OTHERWISE COMPLICATED PROCESS. WITH A GUIDED EXPERIENCE, ONGOING EDUCATION, USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN, AND REAL HUMAN SUPPORT, WE’VE GOT THEM (AND THEREFORE YOU) COVERED.
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GRANDSTAND LINEUP
Thursday August 11th - 8 PM
SKILLET WITH SPECIAL GUEST DANTE BOWE
Friday August 12th - 8 PM
DAD'S NIGHT OUT!
BROOKS & DUNN Saturday August 13th - 8 PM
WITH SPECIAL GUEST ALEX MILLER
NELLY
WITH SPECIAL GUEST GINUWINE
FOR THOSE LIVING OUT THEIR 2000'S DREAM
Monday August 15th - 8 PM
ALANIS MORISSETTE
WITH SPECIAL GUEST MORGAN WADE
Sunday August 14th - 8 PM
DEMI LOVATO PERFECT FOR GIRL'S NIGHT OUT AT THE FAIR!
Tuesday August 16th - 8 PM
SWITCH IT UP WITH A NIGHT OF LAUGHS
ZZ TOP'S RAW WHISKY TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUEST ANN WILSON FROM HEART
Wednesday August 17th - 8 PM
COMEDIAN JOHN CRIST Thursday August 18th - 8 PM
WITH SPECIAL GUEST DUSTY SLAY
KANE BROWN WITH SPECIAL GUEST JESSIE JAMES DECKER
Friday August 19th - 8 PM
DISTURBED WITH SPECIAL GUEST CHEVELLE
Saturday August 20th - 8 PM
KEITH URBAN WITH SPECIAL GUEST INGRID ANDRESS
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY Sunday August 21st8 PM
CARRIE UNDERWOOD WITH SPECIAL GUEST ADAM SANDERS
THE BEST WAY TO END THE IOWA STATE FAIR IN STYLE
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NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
The Des Moines Area Religious Council is an interfaith organization with a mission of working together to meet basic human needs for the greater Des Moines community. Recipient of the 2012 LIVE UNITED Advocacy Award from the United Way of Central Iowa, DMARC provides a common means of responding to basic human needs and a context for interfaith dialogue. DMARC manages a Food Pantry Network consisting of 14 separate partnering food pantry sites, a Mobile Food Pantry, two food warehouses, and numerous community supporters. The DMARC Food Pantry Network is health-based and is the largest food pantry network in Iowa. Food pantry sites are located in Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Johnston, Urbandale and West Des Moines. Our mission at DMARC is working together to meet basic human needs for the greater Des Moines community – and that includes everyone.
We strive to provide healthy, culturally appropriate food through our Food Pantry Network and welcome all those who need assistance, no matter their circumstances. We make every effort to treat each visitor to our food pantries with dignity and respect. DMARC is an equal opportunity provider and does not discriminate on the basis of family size or structure, religious beliefs, cultural background, national origin, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. DMARC has received over 28,000 pounds in food donations from the Stamp out Hunger food drive and now we need your help in assisting with sorting, date- and quality-checking, counting, and packaging of donated food items to distribute through our Food Pantry Network. Friends, families, and colleague groups are encouraged to volunteer together; children and youth are welcome!
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MARKETING COLUMN
JULY 2022
JULY MARKETING TIP CREATIVE DSM | DIGITAL & SOCIAL MARKETING
We all know the familair feelings associated when we see a brand that we know - it's reliable, it's easy, and it's quicker on our brains to see it and know - that is what I am looking for. A strong part of this is the logo, but a lot of it is the colors associated with your brand!
July Marketing Tips: Keeping consistent brand recognition with colors
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Colors have a strong emotional connection to people, which enhances the way consumers perform, choose, and react. For example, picking the right colors is a great way to show off your brand personality and your your brand is perceived. Want some free marketing advice? We're always down for a discovery call: creativedsm.as.me/marketingdiscovery-call
CASH PRIZES for 1st ($500), 2nd ($325) and 3rd ($200) Place! EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDING JULY 26TH - ONLY 7 FOURSOMES LEFT!
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
JULY 2022
MEMBERSHIP PERKS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS RECEIVE 20% OFF FIRST VISIT AT TRIXIES SALON & SPA Trixies is all about bringing beauty to Des Moines Inside and out. Stop by either location for haircuts, facials and boutique shopping. FuseDSM chamber members can choose to provide exclusive discounts to ne members, or long standing deals for and member to take advantage of at any time. For new member deals, this is a one time exclusive deal o redeem at your business. We have always prided ourselves on the connections we build and the relationships we form in this chamber. That’s why at FuseDSM, we believe in investing into a buy local initiative. The more that we can work together as a community, the stronger our chamber, and Des Moines becomes. JOIN HERE
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RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
BELLHOP YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD TIKI BAR Say hello to your next vacation spot, expect this time it's located right here in Des Moines. Bellhop is the newest bar located downtown, prividing a one of a kind drinking expereince. Get baslted back from the past and feel like you are in a vintage tropical retreat as soon as you step through the doors. With over 20 different unique cocktail and drinks to order at their impressive full round bar, try something new each time you go to vist. There are no limits at Bellhop visit their website to learn more about their full food menu, specials,
events,
parties,
and
more!
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
BANKERS TRUST THE DIFFERENCE IS PERSONAL. Banking is personal. And even in our tech-driven world, it’s nice to know there are people you can trust when you need guidance or are setting your sights on your next financial goal. At Bankers Trust, we are focused on what’s important to you and are here to help. As Iowa’s largest privately owned bank, we have the personal service and expertise you want, as well as the banking and lending solutions you need. - Jill Crosser, VP, West Des Moines Branch Manager Since 1917, Bankers Trust has been a leading financial institution for commercial and consumer banking services. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and with total assets of $6 billion, Bankers Trust is the largest independently owned depository institution in the state. The company employs approximately 550 people across the country, with branches in Central Iowa (including Ames), Cedar Rapids, and Phoenix, and offices in Omaha and Sioux Falls. Bankers Trust invests more than $1 million annually into the community, and Bankers Trust employees volunteer an average of 15,000 hours each year at nonprofit organizations. It’s easy for banks to say they’re committed to making communities stronger. But actually doing it means rolling up your sleeves and getting to work. That’s what we do at Bankers Trust. Our team members volunteer 15,000+ hours annually. They also serve on 180 nonprofit boards and committees. What’s more, we give more than $1 million to charitable organizations each year. Why do we do this? It’s simple. This is home. We love it here, and we want to be a part of helping our community grow and thrive.
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MAXIMIZING PROFITS THROUGH TALENT DEVELOPMENT
NOW ENROLLING: Exploring Behavioral Styles Using Everything DiSC® Catalyst Thursday, August 25, 2022
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JULY 2022
4 ITEMS TO MAKE YOUR BUSINESS STAND OUT IN 2022 BY COPYCAT PRINTS Help the Des Moines West Side welcome Copycat Prints, new to the Ingersoll area in 2021. With a wide variety of business solutions including meeting space, large format signs, brochure printing and branded swag, Copycat Prints is a one stop shop for your local business in Des Moines.
Stop in and visit their 2415 Ingersoll Avenue location, or shop from the convenience of your phone at www.copycatdsm.com
It's being predicted that 2022 will be a revival year for events, tradeshows, in person meetings and connecting with others.
To support this mission, Copycat Prints is ready to take on your tight timeline projects and partner with your local business. Because of our commitment as a locally owned business, save 20% as a DSM West Side Chamber Member!
PHYSICAL PRINTS
With the revival of in-person business, it will be important to have physical leave behind marketing material to leave that lasting impression while out networking. BROCHURES DIRECT MAIL CATALOGS
INVITATIONS BUSINESS CARDS
TRADESHOW SWAG When you're headed to your first tradeshow of 2022, call us up! We have resources to not only decorate your table, but also to stuff those unique swag bags with branded products. STAND UP BANNERS FLAGS TABLE CLOTHS BOTTLE OPENERS
WATER BOTTLES SOCKS BACKPACKS CANDY
COMPANY APPAREL Speaking of tradeshows, or golf tournaments, or even giveaway t-shirts. We can help with that too! With a local option here we have great prices and timelines. POLOS TSHIRTS HOODIES
OUTERWEAR HATS
CUSTOM SIGNAGE
Great for realtors, insurance agents, or businesses of any size, Copycat Prints can create branded custom signage for your local business. WINDOW GRAPHICS POSTERS DOOR HANGERS
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STATE FAIR FOOD GUIDE
FOOT LONG CORNDOG When we say a foot, we mean a foot. There's cut corners when it comes to this corn dog. This foot-long corndog puts a "longer" spin on this classic summer fair-time snack.
BAUDER'S ICE CREAM BAR Since 1986, Bauder's has been serving up sweet cold treats to summer fairgoers. For a fair-exclusive treat, order their "Bauder Peppermint Bar," 2 inches of ice cream topped with hot fudge and cut into sandwiches.
FRIED CANDY BARS When we say everything fried, we mean everything. If you're craving chocolate, ask for fried Snickers or Twix. Looking for a fluffier snack? Let us fry up a Twinkie or Oreo. Your favorite snacks melt in your mouth when perfectly battered and fried golden.
MINI APPLE PIES Some things are better on a stick, others are better in mini form - especially these adorable and delectable mini apple pies!
BUCKET OF COOKIES
What's better than a cookie? A bucket of them! Grab a bucket of warm homemade chocolate chip cookies that stay fresh in a souvenir bucket.
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TURKEY LEG The classic "big-as-your-head" turkey leg is a fan-favorite at the fair. This tender meat is perfect for sharing, right off the bone!
27-DEGREE BEER A cold drink that's made customers' teeth tingle, check out Steer N' Stein's 27-degree beer. In chilled cans that are colder than ice, this brew will hit the spot in the mid-afternoon summer heat.
REAL ESTATE EXPERT
JULY 2022
PENNIE CARROLL & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
IS IT A GOOD INVESTMENT?
SO WHAT WOULD A GOOD REALTOR SAY?
Sometimes there is a reason redundancy is important. One of
SImply put, there is more to home value than square footage
them is that we take Real Estate very seriously and want to
and a listing price. As Loren Carroll explains in the above
put our best effort forward when guiding you through your
video, here is a list of other things to consider:
decision making. So when we say find a Good Realtor, or more
Topography/Grade
importantly, find a good Real Estate Team, it is in your best
Yard/Grass
interest. Things in Real Estate can either be smooth or a mess,
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and our goal is to make your experience smooth as possible.
Electrical Panel and Utilities Property Tax
With that preface, if you are asking if something is a good
Location, Location, Location
investment – ask your Good Realtor who is an expert in
Flood Plane
buying and selling homes. If you do not think you have a Good
Window Conditions
Realtor or do not know one, that would be first on the list of
Bath Tub Conditions
To-Do’s.
Floor Plan Drainage Garage Condition Fencing Resale Condition
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JULY 2022
ENJOY THE IOWA STATE FAIR BY CHARLOTTE BENING
The Iowa State Fair offers hundreds of events over eleven days for any Fairgoer. From the Kids’ Zone to the Butter Cow to all sorts of music and entertainment, the Iowa State Fair is truly an inclusive event. Whether this is your first visit or your 50th year attending, plan on a fun, eventful time. Find your fun at the Iowa State Fair, August 11-21, 2022.
The Fair has numerous family-friendly events, games and educational sessions. The Blue Ribbon Kids’ Club meets every day at 10 a.m. with varying fun projects such as tie-dye, kids’ yoga, special speakers and much more. Explore the Fair with a scavenger hunt on the official Iowa State Fair app, or enter a contest at the fair. Kids and adults can enter various contests from kids’ coloring to chess, checkers, bubble gum blowing, pie eating, stomper pulls, rubber chicken throwing, joke telling and more.
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Throughout the day and into the night, adults can enjoy local Iowa wines at the Iowa Wine Experience. To enjoy free, live music and entertainment you can find three stages located around the Fairgrounds. For new daytime fun, “The Kitchen” in the Maytag Family Theater features different types of cooking and educational demonstrations. Perfect your kitchen skills and learn new techniques to impress friends and family. New in 2022, the Iowa State Fair has paired with ChildServe to host a Sensory-Friendly Morning on August 17. Children and adults with autism and sensory-processing disorders can enjoy a stress-free morning at the fair. There will be designated low-sensory areas and activities around the Fairgrounds for people to explore that are low-sensory. Plus, a calming room will be available in the Robert G. Horner and Sheri Avis Horner Service Center where people can go to decompress
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information and a complete list of activities, visit iowastatefair.org.
JULY 2022
BUSINESS OWNER TIPS
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Disasters can take many forms and the financial cost of rebuilding after a disaster can be overwhelming. If you’re prepared for emergencies, you’ll be in a better position to recover and continue operations should disaster strike. Be prepared Step 1: Assess your risk Every business has unique vulnerabilities and weaknesses. Knowing which disasters are most likely to affect your business can help you to return to operations faster. A back-to-business self-assessment can help you to assess your risks for common hazards such as hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, or even cyberattacks. Step 2: Create a plan Your response plan is your roadmap to recovery, so it should be tailored to your business’s specific needs and operations. It should address immediate priorities and be easy to access. Checklists and online toolkits are effective resources to help you develop your plan. Consider the following: The IRS guide on preparing your business for a disaster The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) emergency preparedness checklist and toolkit Focus on disasters that pose a realistic risk to your small business. Consult the following resources to lessen the financial impact of disasters and reopen your business quickly. Step 3: Execute your plan Practice your plan with your staff so you’re ready when a disaster occurs. Get financial assistance after a disaster You may be eligible for a low-interest disaster recovery loan through the SBA for damaged and destroyed assets in a declared disaster. These include repair and replacement costs for real estate, personal property, machinery, equipment, inventory, and business assets. Check to see if one of these loans apply . Home and Property Disaster loans Economic Injury loans Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster loans Submit your SBA disaster loan as soon as possible, then ask your SBA representative about increasing your physical damage loan for mitigation purposes. There is no cost to apply, and you are under no obligation to accept a loan if approved.
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FEED YOUR MIND SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
WHERE TO STAY FOR THE STATE FAIR Don't miss out on the Iowa State Fair this year from lack of lodging - plan ahead to secure your spot with our amazing FuseDSM members!
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FEED YOUR MIND SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
FEED YOUR MIND LUNCH & LEARN "BRAND AID - WHY YOUR BRAND IS SO IMPORTANT"
What is a Brand? Is just a logo? Maybe color codes? Or is it something else, something bigger? We'll explore what makes up a brand, including Brand Promise, Voice, and Style, and by how understanding this you can take your business further. Dave is an uber successful, serial entrepreneur, that has given keynotes all over the country and is often sought out for his locks of flowing, silky smooth hair. He's also super humble about of this too. Dave, is also the President of Nexus 6 a multi-award winning marketing agency that strives to put the human element back into the largely digital world of marketing.
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TUESDAY JULY 19, 2022 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
JULY 2022
HY-VEE DIETICIAN
TEAM SALTY OR SWEET? DIETITIAN-APPROVED IDEAS TO SATISFY YOUR CRAVINGS BY: ANNE CUNDIFF, RD, LD, FAND CORPORATE HY-VEE DIETITIAN
Whether you prefer salty or sweet foods, conquer your cravings with healthier ideas from a nutrition expert. Since food is such a critical need, if we are not meeting this need, our body (or mind) will send us signals to get us to eat, or to fulfil this need until it’s met. These signals can present as “cravings,” a lack of control with food, a magnetic pull toward food, a feeling that we have “cheated” or given in to temptation. We often simply need food! By fueling your body throughout the day and choosing foods from all of the five food groups, you can get the nutrients needed to help satisfy your hunger. Generally, most people feel nourished when eating within one hour of waking, staying hydrated throughout the day with water and eating at least 3 meals spread out throughout the day. Use this as a guideline to discover what eating pattern and combination of foods works best for you to satisfy your hunger and help you become more in tune with your hunger and fullness cues.
BY: ANNE CUNDIFF, RD, LD, FAND CORPORATE HY-VEE DIETITIAN
Combining protein- and fiber-filled choices will help keep you full, feel content, and help you stop having food on your mind 24/7. Channel your inner health warrior and kick cravings to the curb with these Hy-Vee dietitian-approved picks: Team Salty Harvest Snaps Lightly Salted Green Pea Crisps: This is the real deal when it comes to a veggie-inspired snack. Listing green peas as the first ingredient, these crisps will leave you pleasantly content and not overly thirsty due to their low sodium content! Off the Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps: Deliciously different from chips and packed with rice, chickpeas, peas and purple sweet potatoes. Discover a tasty new take on real veggies! Catalina Crunch Mix Creamy Ranch Snack Mix: Made with the same delicious taste and crunch of your favorite party mix, featuring protein and fiber from ingredients like mixed nuts, chickpea pretzels, and Catalina Crunch Cereal. Team Sweet Boom Chicka Pop Sweet & Salty Kettle Corn: Packed with whole grains, not guilt, and made with real, simple ingredients you know how to pronounce. Fuel for Fire Protein Smoothie: An easy, portable smoothie pouch that contains all 9 essential amino acids and more protein than one egg. SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds: Nutrient-packed almonds dipped in a thin layer of dark chocolate vs. thick, waxy coating. More nuts than chocolate = way less sugar, way more delicious. Find these salty and sweet foods available in-store at your local Hy-Vee HealthMarket, Aisles Online, or on www.WholeLotta.com. Refuel and re-energize with this sweet recipe below that’s cereal-ously delicious!
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HY-VEE DIETICIAN
JULY 2022
Serves 16
Protein Puppy Chow
All you need: 1 cup Hy-Vee 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter 2 tbsp coconut oil 4 cups corn Chex cereal 4 cups rice Chex cereal 1¼ cups Performance Inspired vanilla bean whey protein powder ¼ cup powdered sugar All you do: 1. Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter and coconut oil in large microwave-safe bowl, stirring after 30-second intervals until smooth. 2. Place corn and rice cereal in large gallon-size resealable plastic bag or container. Pour chocolate mixture over cereal. Gently toss until evenly coated. 3. Open bag and add protein powder and powdered sugar. Gently toss again until all cereal is coated. Add additional powdered sugar as desired for a more traditional “puppy chow” look. 4. Cover and refrigerate until chilled before serving. Recipe source: www.Hy-Vee.com
MEMBER EVENT
JULY 2022
JULY FUSEDSM MONTHLY LUNCHEON - "HOW TO FIND YOUR FUN AT THE 2022 IOWA STATE FAIR" Mindy Williamson is the Marketing Director for the Iowa State Fair. This year will be her 8th Fair on staff, but she has been a long time Fairgoer, contest participant and sponsor in the past. A proud cyclone grad, Mindy has a background in event planning, advertising, media relations and marketing in the nonprofit, government, and agriculture industries. Some of her favorite projects include working on an inaugural Indy race in Iowa, fixing a trophy debacle for the CyHawk Series, starting a newspaper in her hometown, and welcoming 1 million people back to the Iowa State Fair in 2021. Mindy and her husband Kevin, live in a tiny town outside of Des Moines and love traveling, finding cool wine or beer places, watching way too much sports, riding bikes or hiking, chasing their children and giving their dog too many treats.
MINDY WILLIAMSON, IOWA STATE FAIR MARKETING DIRECTOR
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FUSEDSM QUARTERLY BREAKFAST - "IT'S FINE, I'M FINE, EVERYTHING IS FINE" BRITNEY BROWN CEO OF COPY + PASTE DSM & IMPERFECT INSPIRATION After spending most of the 2010's building a photography business and a family, the pandemic changed the course of most of our lives - but for Britney Brown, it kick started an unplanned mental health journey, launching three six figure businesses, and creating a dynamic, authentic, messy venture she never knew she (or the rest of the world) needed! Join us to listen to the unbelievable story of a woman who took an unexpected mental health diagnosis as a 34 year old woman and morphed it into three unique six figure businesses, employing a 10 person team, and continuing to grow at unprecedented rates using the magic of TikTok, creativity, and copious amounts of self-deprecating snark along the way.
BRITNEY BROWN, CEO OF COPY + PASTE DSM AND IMPERFECT INSPIRATION
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JULY 2022
BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
MEET MICHAEL BIRD
BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT
Michael Bird is CEO of Spindustry. Spindustry provides digital transformation strategy including e-commerce strategy and execution as well as SharePoint and Office 365 solutions. Michael moved to Iowa in 1996 and so while not a native, is pretty committed to Iowa at this point. Michael has been involved with various programs around Des Moines and Iowa in the areas of economic development. Michael is proud of the company he has built and wants to help other Iowa businesses grow and succeed. That is why Michael joined FUSE and is on the board. Michael wants to show Iowans they should use Iowa services and then take those services across the country to anyone. Michael has lots of favorite things in Iowa including hanging out with friends at local restaurants and like many others will likely hit the State Fair this year. Michael noted how much has changed since 1996 and how great Des Moines is for young professionals. We are know that is true but take some time to tell a friend! You can learn more about Michael including digital marketing tips, Star Wars news, and other stuff by following him on Twitter at @IowaBirdman - or learn more about Spindustry at www.spindustry.com
GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP
JULY 2022
GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS CAN REGISTER NOW FOR BUSINESS HORIZONS SUMMER PROGRAM BY JESSI MCQUERREY
Business Horizons is on the horizon! High school students interested in participating in a weeklong summer leadership and development program can register now for the July 17-21 camp at Central College in Pella, Iowa. The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) Foundation is excited to again offer this experience for students in grades nine through 12 during which they can make connections to the business world and grow their leadership skills in a team environment. At the beginning of the week, participants work together in teams to create a solution, or new Iowa product. From there, they launch their business and take part in an investor pitch, infomercial and “best product” competition. In the past, more than 5,000 students have participated in Business Horizons, taking part in: Workshops Competitions with an entrepreneurial twist Teambuilding activities Business visits After hours activities
How to Sign Up It’s easy to register for Business Horizons. Download the registration form and submit it along with the participation fee to ABI Foundation. If you register before Monday, June 20, you’ll pay the reduced rate of $350. Apply later and the rate is $385. You can pay online here. Central College also offers transferrable college credit to all attendees for a heavily discounted rate. In addition, all participants receive a $250 renewable scholarship to Central should they wish to enroll after their senior year of high school. If a student is interested in receiving financial assistance to attend, simply indicate this on the application under the “Financial Aid” section.
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FIRESTARTER SPOTLIGHT
JULY 2022
MEET STEVE MCNEAL FIRESTARTER Meet Steve McNeal, one of our amazing FuseDSM Firestarters! You might know Steve from his participation in our events such as morning fues ribbon cuttings, and more! We are grateful to have members like Steve in our Firestarter program, as uur FuseDSM Firestarters are the members that are encouraging, supporting, and uplifting current members to make the most out of their chamber membership. Outside of FuseDSM, Steve is the Sales Account Representative at International Paper in Des Moines, Iowa. International Paper is one of the world’s leading producers of fiber-based packaging and pulp. They improve people’s lives, the planet and their company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.
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JULY 2022
CITY UPDATE
Join our Environmental Educator for an evening paddle at Gray's Lake Park. Starting at 5:30 p.m. we will paddle from the peninsula next to the swimming beach, in search of wildlife that lives in and around the lake and discuss what we find along the way. Registration includes the stand-up board and gear. Anyone under 16 must have an adult present to participate. The fee is $15. Register online at
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EXPERT ARTICLE
JULY 2022
THE THREE CONFIDENCE KILLING WORDS FOR LEADERS BY ERIK DOMINGUEZ There are three words that I believe are damaging our workplace confidence, especially in leaders. I understand why these words are being used. They are catchy. They are marketable. They address a pain point. They solve a problem. They are what we THINK we want in our life. Because we see them so often in marketing materials, they slowly perpetuate a lie and an unreachable and unreasonable standard for leadership. Here are the three words: Fearless. Fearless leadership is not leadership. The very definition of leadership is going where no one has gone before. Our brains are biologically wired to keep us safe and avoid danger at all costs. Oftentimes, our brains work over time and keep us safe even from that which benefits us. To imply that leaders should be fearless is shaming them when they feel the natural fear and apprehension that comes with leadership. This can have devastating results on the emotional safety of the individual and those around them. Unstoppable. Of course, we want to be unstoppable. We want to “crush goals” and “slay the day.” We want to
achieve
our
maximum
potential.
But
being
unstoppable literally means that you can not be stopped. The worst time in my life - both personally and professionally - was the time when I was unstoppable. I received awards and accolades and was determined to do so at all costs. I bulldozed people and burned bridges to get my results. Using this word feeds the notion that we can’t be bothered to pause and reconsider our goals and our approach to those goals. Again, this can have devastating results in the emotional safety of the individual and those around them.
JULY 2022
EXPERT ARTICLE
Painless. I see this most often in my field with tag
We push back against the caricature of the
lines like: “Painless Public Speaking!” Let’s be
bulldozing leader, the one who will stop at nothing to
clear: nothing worth doing is painless. Any skill,
get the results they need. We preach empathy,
especially those skills required in leadership takes
connection, and compassion. And yet, we are still
a lot of hard and grueling work. Yes, we can use
perpetuating the myth that leaders must be
strategies to work smarter, not harder, but it will
impenetrable and invincible. Leaders must be allowed
never be painless. When we use this word, our
to be human to thrive. Leaders must be allowed to be
leaders begin to think that there is a way to make
open to leading teams that thrive. While these
everything easy and without conflict. But it is
marketable words are being used with the best
only IN that struggle and conflict that we find
intentions in mind, I believe that using them in the
the best breakthroughs in our leadership. And,
context of leadership is damaging the work we are
yes, again, this can have devastating results on
doing to build connected and compassionate teams.
the emotional safety of the individual and those around them.
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Chamber Champions We are grateful for your contribution to the FuseDSM Chamber of Commerce and your dedication to helping the community as it uplifts our members!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JULY 2022
FuseDSM's Board of Directors serve a three-year term with a maximum of two terms. Members of the Board focus on the development of Board policies that govern the implementation of institutional plans and purposes. The role is separate and distinct from the role of the staff, to whom are delegate the implementation of these policies.
CAROLYN JENISON //
DANIEL WILLRICH//
Speak PR Chair
Pelds Design Services Vice Chair
LAURA GIBSON//
TOM WELCHANS //
CICIL Secretary
BILL RAINE //
Raine Recruiting Board Member
CPA, Denman & Company Treasurer
DWANA BRADLEY// Iowa Urban Magazine Board Member
GINA VITIRITTO//
JAMES WALFORD // James Walford State Farm Agency Board Member
SHALLEE KEENAN//
DANNY BEYER// Iron Horse Wealth Management Board Member
DONNA MILLER//
TROY DUBBERKE// Atlantic CocaCola Bottling Company Board Member
Prairie Meadows Board Member
Kemin Industries Board Member
Miller, Zimmerman & Evans, PLC Board Member
MICHAEL BIRD // CEO Spindustry 2nd Vice Chair
RANDY SACKETT//
Yellow Cab Co. Past Chair
FERNANDO AVEIGA// PanAmerican Broadcasting/106.9 La Q Buena Board Member
MEGAN FLETCHER// Amesbury Truth Board Member PAM THOMPSON // Parks Area Foundation Board Member
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