Startup Stories DSM features conversations with entrepreneurs who share both their victories and failures on their paths to success. It is produced by the Greater Des Moines Partnership.
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dsm CultureCast podcasts, from dsm Magazine, are quick-hit interviews of Greater Des Moines leaders. We touch on arts and culture, food and dining, style and design, home and garden, philanthropy and people and community-wide issues. Join us!
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DSMNTL Ideas is on a mission to dismantle everything. To get under the skin of a multitude of topics, ideas, and people; bringing you a little closer to investigating what makes them - and the inspirational brains behind the ideas - tick. Hosted by DSMNTL Founder, Matt Freemantle, with each episode you'll get to know more about a dizzying array of subjects; across Science & Politics, through to Psychology and truly astounding stories of adventure.
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Teasing The Dark Side - The Podcast is a trip into live remixes, Sam is playing between 4 decks to bring you an exclusive blend of electronic music from Deep house to Tech House with a touch of Minimal and breaks.
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Sola Insurance CEO and Co-Founder Wesley Pergament joins The Partnership's Diana Wright and talks about their mission is to expedite the recovery process for those impacted by natural disasters by utilizing data to provide payouts in a matter of days.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Susan Watts and Alice Vernon from Olson Larson Galleries join The Partnership's Emily McLain and discuss the 45-year history of their women-owned business in Historic Valley Junction.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Ryan Smith, CEO and co-founder of Rise Energy, joins The Partnership's Diana Wright and shares how the company empowers enterprises to become exceptional stewards of their resources. Their proprietary technology converts underutilized biomass into valuable, carbon-negative products to increase revenue and reduce emissions. For more information on r…
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Gina Ross and Andy Behnke of In Harmony Farm join The Partnership's Diana Wright and talk about the organization's commitment to creating an environment focused on inclusion, empowerment, and respect for all, and how the farm bridges the gap between urban gardening and small-scale/conventional farming for historically underserved individuals. For m…
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Kevin Mason, professional historian and creator of Notes on Iowa, joins Diana Wright and talks about Iowa's environmental history. Find more resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses, visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusinessPor Greater Des Moines Partnership
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In its third generation of family ownership, Toad Valley Golf Course celebrated its 50th year in 2023
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Allison Brady, owner of Toad Valley Golf Course in Pleasant Hill, joins The Partnership's Emily McLain and talks about growing the business in its third generation of family ownership. For more information and resources on small business and entrepreneurship, visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness…
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Growing the family business: Kading Properties provides workforce housing in 28 Iowa communities
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Karie Kading Ramsey, CEO of Kading Properties, joins Emily McLain and talks about growing the workforce housing business her father started to 28 communities in 17 counties.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Paul Richardson, Co-Founder and CEO of Tumbleweed, joins The Partnership's Diana Wright on Small Business and Startup Stories DSM and talks about starting Tumbleweed as an end-of-life planning company that offers a thoughtfully curated journey to honor and memorialize loved ones. Visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness for more information and r…
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Jeremy Spillman, founder of Toggle, joins The Partntership's Diana Wright on Small Business & Startup Stories DSM and talks about how his team has built a new type of end-to-end supply chain management system that aims to automate many of the current manual, labor-intensive processes used in the shipping industry.…
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Growing his business one waffle at a time: Garrison Goodlett shares the story of GG's Chicken and Waffles
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His name is Garrison Goodlett, but you might know him as G.G. If you've been to local events or farmers' markets, you've probably seen him selling his southern comfort food. In this episode of Small Business & Startup Stories DSM, Goodlett talks with Emily McLain about starting and growing GG's Chicken and Waffles. For more information and resource…
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Jim Langin founded Pivotal Business Partners to enhance economic growth in Iowa by partnering with financial institutions to provide funding solutions for small businesses. For more business resources, visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Steven Slye, founder and owner owner of Flowstate Health, joins The Partnership's Diana Wright and talks about reverse engineering mental healthcare to take a collaborative approach. For more resources supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses, visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Courtney Buhrow joins The Partnership's Emily McLain on Small Business & Startup Stories DSM and talks about her journey of opening Revive Physical Therapy & Wellness with a focus on women's health. For more small business and entrepreneur resources, visit www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Renae Mauk, Vice President of Downtown Development at the Greater Des Moines Partnership, joins Small Business & Startup Stories DSM and talks about why a strong downtown is important to the region and how Downtown DSM relates to entrepreneurship. Find more about small business and entrepreneur resources at www.dsmpartnership.com/smallbusiness.…
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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 sma…
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Russel Karim, Founder of Dhakai, shares about connecting fashion brands to ethical apparel vendors utilizing a worldwide team while living in Iowa.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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).Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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).Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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).Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Scott Keplinger, CEO of IntelliSee, headquartered in Coralville and Des Moines, shares about his work creating software that provides surveillance safety for businesses.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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 journeyPor Greater Des Moines Partnership
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5 Borough Bagels serves up bagels while focusing on community partnerships that strengthen their customer base
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Toney and Sarah Chem, Co-Owners of 5 Borough Bagels (13435 University Ave., Clive), discussed their Greater Des Moines (DSM) business and entrepreneurial journeyPor Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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 u…
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, T.J. Rude, Founder of Northern Vessel Coffee, discussed growing up in Johnston, Iowa and his entrepreneurial journey. Hosted by Greater Des Moines Partnership Startup Community Builder Diana Wright.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Small Business & Startup Stories Podcast | Wake Up Every Day + Pursue the Meaning | Travis Shelton
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Travis Shelton, Founder and Owner of Meaning Over Money, author and podcast, discussed starting his business and how beliefs about money affect your life with Greater Des Moines Partnership Startup Community Builder Diana Wright.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Megan Luchtel, Founder and of Lake Label, a children’s sun-protective swimwear company, spoke with Greater Des Moines Partnership Startup Community Builder Diana Wright about her path to creating an impactful small business, built locally and selling nationwide.…
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Learn about spending money to make money with Propel, new subscription-based CMO service | Greg Bailey and Haley Stomp
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Greg Bailey, Founder and CEO of Propel, a business strategic marketing organization, and Hailey Stomp, Founding Partner, Principal and Fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), spoke with Greater Des Moines Partnership’s Diana Wright about spending money to make money by staying compet…
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Small Business & Startup Stories Podcast | Sevelyn – Mental Wellbeing for Latinos | Carlos Arguello
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Carlos Arguello, founder of Sevelyn, a mental wellbeing platform based out of Greater Des Moines (DSM), spoke about emotional wellbeing and challenges related to the Latino community.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Small Business & Startup Stories Podcast | Helping Bioscience Startups In Iowa | Anne McMahon
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At BioConnect Iowa, Anne McMahon works to help bioscience startups succeed. As the SBIR/STTR statewide program coordinator, she helps Iowa entrepreneurs apply to an SBIR/STTR Outreach Program, which awards funds to startups and small businesses who can help develop and research innovative solutions.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Matt Kinley, co-founder and manager of ManchesterStory Group, a venture capital firm based out of Greater Des Moines (DSM), spoke about how the company assists startups in the following sectors: – Insurance – Healthcare – Financial services…
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During the last Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast of 2021, Partnership’s Christina Moffatt, director of small business development, and Diana Wright, startup community builder, shared their thoughts on 2021 and what’s to come in 2022.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Opportunity in the Ag Tech Industry | Nadilia Gomez, Chief Technology Officer with Iowa State University
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Nadilia Gomez expanded on her journey to chief technology officer (CTO) with Iowa State University (ISU) after being hosted by the Greater Des Moines Partnership for a previous Startup Stories podcast. Gomez discussed leading the digital and precision agriculture platform. As CTO, Gome…
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During the latest Small Business & Startup Stories DSM podcast, Jenny Quiner discussed urban farming and Dogpatch Urban Gardens in Greater Des Moines (DSM). For six seasons, Dogpatch has created a space close to their customers so patrons can experience a farm close to their home.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Matthew McIver, Iowa Stage Theatre Co.'s artistic director, is ramping up for "The Cake," which launches its 2021-22 season opener on Friday, Nov. 12. We go over his thoughts on the show, what the past year and a half as been like, and why this is a season opener like no other. Find out more information about Iowa Stage Theatre online. Music by Adm…
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Today we are joined by Tobi Parks, a leader in the local music scene. She helped launch Station 1 Records, a label focused on growing music talent locally, and xBk, a live music venue. We go over what Tobi has been up to lately, her journey in music and more. Music by Admiral Bob.
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Brad Dwyer, co-founder of Roboflow, discussed the past 18 months for the company and how the business has grown to what it is today. A serial entrepreneur, Dwyer started his first company, Hatchlings, while a student at Iowa State University. His parents knew he’d be an entrepreneur after attending a wedding where Dwyer learned about supply and dem…
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Hannah Elliott, chef and managing partner at Lola’s Fine Kitchen, shared how she began the business with Greater Des Moines Partnership Director of Small Business Development Christina Moffatt during the latest Small Business and Startup Stories podcast.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Today we are joined by Madison Ray, a musician, actor and active member of the local arts scene. We chat about his beginnings in music, travels to Japan and return to Des Moines. We also go over what he's been up to lately, including his work with The Finesse, a local band. Music by Admiral Bob.
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Pi515 creates pathways to empower youth in DSM to become the faces in the future of tech. In 2010, Nancy Mwirotsi founded Pi515 to serve refugee youth throughout Greater Des Moines (DSM) by teaching them technology skills, coding and critical thinking to help them become innovative and empowered for STEM-field careers.…
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Get past the fears in your life and learn how to take charge of your life and choices to find success. For Jill Andersen, a speaker and coach in Greater Des Moines (DSM), “shoulding” had become a way of life. The Cedar Rapids area native and ISU grad majored in food science, which served her well for 20 years. She worked for General Mills, where fo…
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Today we are joined by Tiffany Johnson, artistic director with Pyramid Theatre Co., and Mark Pullen, actor with the Des Moines Community Playhouse, to talk about a new show, "A Love Offering," which opens Friday, June 4. The performance is the first in a collaboration between the Playhouse and Pyramid Theatre. You can find more information here Mus…
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Diana Wright, Startup Community Builder at the Greater Des Moines Partnership, Siobhan Spain, Director of the Local Artist Workspace at Mainframe Studios, and Beau Kenyon, Composer and Art Advocate in Greater Des Moines (DSM) and Boston, discuss arts entrepreneurship and artists in DSM in the latest Startup Stories podcast.…
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For Darci Evans, co-owning her own business in Greater Des Moines (DSM) has brought big rewards.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Today we are joined by Larassa Kabel, a local artist known for her large-scale, out-of-the-box creations. We discuss her beginnings in art, some of her favorite works and her upcoming exhibition at Moberg Gallery this summer. Music by Admiral Bob.
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Jason Cope and Todd Krone return to Startup Stories DSM to discuss good mentors and where PowerPollen stands today.Por Greater Des Moines Partnership
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Today we are joined by Hannah Sung, a local artist who moved to Des Moines to find the space and support to explore new creative avenues. We chat about her path to the Midwest, creative process, what she's up to now and more. Follow Sung on Instagram or on her website. Music by Admiral Bob.
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