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Aug. 14: LEAP – Creating Your Vision

Join the Des Moines Downtown Chamber for this virtual edition of LEAP. This month’s event will feature Jamie Nead, best-selling author and adventure speaker. Nead balances her passion-driven career with a busy family life, raising …

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Variety cancels Polo on the Green fundraiser

Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa has canceled its annual Polo on the Green fundraiser because of ongoing concerns with the coronavirus pandemic. The 24th annual event, previously, scheduled for Aug. 8 at Powder …

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Aug. 7: August Virtual Coffee Connection

Grab a cup of coffee and join FemCity Des Moines for their August First Friday Coffee Connection. This month’s virtual event is sponsored by Angela Williams Jackson, owner of the Great Frame Up – Iowa.…

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July 10: Authentic Leadership

For this month’s LEAP event hosted by the Des Moines Downtown Chamber, learn more about developing your style and building your presence. This month’s speaker is Emily Abbas, senior vice president, chief marketing and communications …

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July 16: NAWBO Iowa Year In Review

Celebrate your successes at NAWBO Iowa’s year in review event. This event will be held in person. Social distancing guidelines will be in place, and masks are encouraged but not required. Organizers said the event …

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July 8: Iowa Coaches vs. Cancer Gala

Host: American Cancer Society
About:The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we normally celebrate our event in person, and we’re excited to partner with the Iowa High School Sports Network to bring us together virtually …

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June 23: The Vote Virtual Preview and Panel

Join Iowa PBS online for a virtual sneak preview of the new American Experience series “The Vote” before it premieres in July on Iowa PBS. After the preview, a panel of local experts will discuss …

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Aug. 12: Imposter Syndrome: The Surprising Truth

Join Women Lead Change to learn what leads to Imposter Syndrome and how to thrive despite it, strategies and tangible tools to build your confidence, and how to see your true value and worth. Tickets …

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May 28: Polls and Politics During the Pandemic

Former Democratic National Committee Chair Donna Brazile and noted pollster and political strategist Celinda Lake will talk through this year’s elections and take your questions. They will break down election results, provide critical analysis and …

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June 27: Young Women’s Resource Center Couch Gala

YWRC’s annual gala is couched, not canceled. The event will feature a live auction, a wine pull raffle and a celebration of two YWRC client Woman of Worth awardees and the 2020 Louise Noun Visionary …