Greater Des Moines Partnership Named 2026 Chamber of the Year

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has received the 2026 Chamber of the Year award from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), marking the organization's highest honor and the first time it has received this distinction.

The award, presented annually since 2007, recognizes chambers that demonstrate organizational strength, innovation, and measurable community impact, serving as a national benchmark for best practices.

The Partnership was acknowledged for its collaborative regional model, its talent development initiatives, and its work strengthening businesses and communities across Greater Des Moines. The organization integrates regional chamber of commerce and economic development functions into a single entity.

Since 1999, the Partnership's regional economic development efforts have attracted over $17.1 billion in capital investment, supported 803 business expansions and locations, and created or retained more than 40,500 jobs. Currently, $5.7 billion in capital investment is active or underway.