Lift IOWA: Events to note in July
Host: Washington Chamber of Commerce
About: Join an open discussion about fostering creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in Washington. For more information, visit chamber.washingtoniowa.org or call (319) 653-4712.
When: 8-9 a.m.
Where: Dodici’s Shop, 120 S. Iowa Ave., Washington
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July 6: July Coffee Connection
Host: FemCity Des Moines
About: Join FemCity Des Moines for the group’s July Coffee Connection. This event is come-and-go as you please and informal in nature. Stop by to meet women in a wide variety of industries and stages in business while enjoying a morning coffee to start your day. An RSVP is required.
When: 7:30-9 a.m.
Where: Table 128, 12695 University Ave. Suite 140, Clive
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July 6: Women & Art Exhibit
Host: Young Women’s Resource Center
About: This free event will celebrate local artists and writers while attendees enjoy complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres. The event is part of YWRC’s 40th Anniversary Event Series and is hosted in collaboration with the Des Moines Art Center. Reservations are requested.
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Young Women’s Resource Center, 818 Fifth Ave., Des Moines
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July 10: Networking 101 with Mary Anne Kennedy
Host: Iowa Center for Economic Success
About: Do you sometimes ponder the best way to start a conversation? Or even where to go to start a conversation? Networking can be intimidating. Being prepared is a great first step. Business owner, volunteer and small business champion Mary Anne Kennedy will share her knowledge on the subject.
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: 8345 University Blvd. Suite F, Clive
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July 19: Why Mapping Organizational DNA is Vital to Small Businesses
Host: Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance
About: Everyone is talking about the benefits and perks of a thriving corporate culture. But when is the best time to start thinking about your culture, and where do you start? This interactive workshop is designed for small businesses of five to 50 employees and is led by business and leadership coach James Mayhew. The event is free to attend.
When: 8-9:15 a.m.
Where: Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, 501 First St. S.E., Cedar Rapids
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July 19: Your Business Check In
Host: NAWBO Iowa
About: Celebrate NAWBO Iowa’s past year and look forward to the next with other business owners. Dorene MacVey, owner of ithrive31, will guide attendees through an interactive exercise to set business owners up for success for the remainder of 2018. Early bird registration is $20 for members and $30 for nonmembers through July 13.
When: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: Glen Oaks, 1401 Glen Oaks Drive, West Des Moines
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July 20: LEAP #5 – Tough Decisions
Host: Downtown Des Moines Chamber
About: The fifth event of the 2018 Leadership and Education Advancement Pipeline will focus on tough decisions, and will feature speaker Renee Hardman. The cost to attend is $30 for chamber members and $40 for nonmembers.
When: 8-9:30 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Downtown, 1050 Sixth Ave., Des Moines
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July 24: Persuasive Communication with Lisa Oakes
Host: Women’s Leadership Network – Dubuque
Whether it was running political campaigns, interviewing Egyptians during the Arab Spring or navigating Doha, Qatar, and its cultural norms to publish content for international news outlets, Lisa Oakes has cultivated optimal communication skills to succeed in any environment. Join WLN and Oakes as she offers practical solutions to communication difficulties. The cost to attend is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers.
When: 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Grand River Center, Dubuque
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