Western Suburbs Networking Events

Rotary Club of Waukee

Des Moines Golf & Country Club

1600 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines

Thursdays at 6:45-8 a.m.

The Rotary Club of Waukee is part of Rotary International, a not-for-profit worldwide organization that proves every day that it’s one of the most influential humanitarian service organizations. The mission of Rotary is to provide service to others, to promote high ethical standards and to advance world understanding, goodwill and peace through its fellowship of business, professional and community leaders.

Upcoming Events

• Roadside Cleanup, April 22

• Celebrating Our Youth Event, DMGCC, May 25, 6:45-8 a.m.

• Aug. 17, DMGCC Closed, no Rotary meeting

Upcoming speakers

• Dr. Jim Blessman, April 20, Blessman Ministries

• John Walters, May 4, Voice of Cyclones

• Matt Olson/Kim Stewart, May 25, Youth Services Event

• Rob Denson, June 15, DMACC President

For information on the Rotary Club of Waukee, visit www.waukeerotary.org.

Rotary Club of West Des Moines

Des Moines Golf & Country Club

1600 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines

Tuesdays at 11:45 a.m.

Upcoming speakers:

Millo Fosado and Father Millo from Xicotopec, May 2, Xicotopec and the Impact the project over the years has made on the community

Coach and author Randy Brown, May 9, Rebound Forward

Three to four club members speak about what they do, May 23, Business Networking Day

Valley Students/Walnut Creek Students, May 30, Commencement Speeches

WDM Rotary members, June 6, Committee Meeting Day

For information on the Rotary Club of West Des Moines, visit www.wdmrotary.org.

Metro Business Friends Networking Group

Meets Thursdays at 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Upper level conference room at Price Chopper, 5440 N.W. 86th St. in Johnson.

Learn more at www.metrobusinessfriends.com.

BNI Chapter: DM-Business First

Meets Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.

Glen Oaks Country Club

1401 Glen Oaks Drive, West Des Moines

Take I-80/35 to Mills Civic Parkway exit, then go west, take the left lane and turn left at Country Club entrance. At guard station, tell them you are there for BNI meeting and then follow signs to Club House. Learn more at http://bniiowa.com or call 515-865-3862.

B.I.N.G. – Iowa

West Des Moines Business Incubator

318 Fifth St., West Des Moines

Business Incubator Networking Group – Iowa is dedicated to helping start and grow businesses. The organization has a weekly business-building lunch and learn networking group and a weekly business-building collaborative workshop. These events are currently open to the public. Additionally, the organization offers a weekly tight-knit leads referral networking group. Learn more at www.businessincubatornetworkinggroup.com.

West Des Moines Chamber Elevate

Thursday, May 4, 7:30-9 a.m.

Holiday Inn and Suites at Jordan Creek

6075 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines

Members, $12

Non-members, $20

Loretta Sieman was honored as a 2008 Woman of Influence for her outstanding volunteer efforts. Prior to retirement, Loretta served as community relations director at Business Publications Corporation. Come enjoy breakfast while hearing from a “woman on a mission” who works daily to make a difference for others throughout Des Moines. Details at www.wdmchamber.org.

West Des Moines Chamber Membership Luncheon

Thursday, May 11, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Des Moines Golf & Country Club

1600 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines

Members, $25

Non-Members, $35

Through Jennie Baranczyk’s leadership, the Bulldogs have grown into an unstoppable force. She led the Bulldog’s to the program’s second straight season of 20-plus wins. Her team has been highly successful on and off the court through their prestigious rankings in academics and their active involvement in the Drake and Des Moines communities. She strives to instill the Bulldog Way and a culture based on honesty and integrity. Details at www.wdmchamber.org.

Waukee Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Tropical Sno – Waukee