Waukee Chamber Annual Meeting & Silent Auction

March 1, 2021 by Darby Brincks

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2021Annual Meeting was held virtually on Thursday, Feb. 18. Our guests enjoyed Zoom networking, presentations from Chamber leadership, award recognition and keynote speakers Beth Shelton and Jacob Repp.

The Chamber presented the following awards, recognizing members making a significant contribution in business and community involvement: Citizen of the Year – Reggie Bell; Member of the Year – Waukee Area Christian Services; and Volunteer of the Year – Gina Campos. Outgoing Board recognition included Blake Brown, Sam Huey, Gary Wiedenfeld and Ray Meister. A gavel plaque was presented to 2020 Board Chair, Bob Baumgart.

Thanks to all sponsors, members and community residents who helped us celebrate! We truly appreciate our Waukee Chamber Community Development Committee, Board of Directors, staff, intern and volunteers who helped with the auction and annual meeting details!

Member of the Year | Waukee Area Christian Services | Melissa Stimple

Waukee Legislative Coffee
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce will welcome Waukee State Senator Sarah Trone Garriott and State Representative Kenan Judge to speak with Waukee residents, Chamber members and guests at the Waukee Legislative Coffee via Zoom on Saturday, March 6 at 9:00 a.m. An update will be provided about what is happening at the state level and guests will have the opportunity to ask questions. The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-partisan organization, and is hosting this event as a service to our members and the community.

Waukee Chamber Save-the-Dates

June 17: Annual Golf Outing

Sept 9: Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour

Nov 7-13: Waukee Restaurant Week – To Go!

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is an association of businesses, organizations and individuals dedicated to promoting growth and prosperity in our local economy.

www.waukeechamber.com

Waukee Chamber of Commerce

January 7, 2021 by Darby Brincks

Waukee Chamber 2021 Annual Meeting & Silent Auction
The Waukee Chamber Annual Meeting & Silent Auction will be held Thursday, Feb. 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in a virtual setting. Join the Chamber for an evening to celebrate the Waukee business community!

The evening will begin with a ZOOM networking social, followed by a video program featuring the accomplishments of 2020, introduction of the 2021 Board of Directors, announcement of plans for 2021 and award recognition of the Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Citizen of the Year and outgoing Board leadership. The evening will conclude with keynote speakers Jacob Repp and Beth Shelton.

More information is available online at waukeechamber.com.

Please contact us with any questions at info@waukeechamber.com or by phone at 515-978-7115. We are excited to celebrate the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2021 Annual Meeting & Silent Auction with you!

Good Morning Waukee

Thanks to the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce members for joining Good Morning Waukee on Tuesday, Dec. 8. The event featured a Chamber update, guest introductions and a conversation with Todd McDonald, Board President of the Waukee Betterment Foundation, who presented on the Waukee EPIC Inclusive Playground, scheduled to open in 2022!

The Waukee Betterment Foundation has made great strides in bringing the all-inclusive park to life. The group is in need of $200,000 before February 2021 to qualify for major grants that become available next spring. If you would like to consider supporting this incredible project, please visit: http://waukeebetterment.org/give/donor-recognition/

The Good Morning Waukee video presentation is available on YouTube for anyone who missed it.

Waukee Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh Ribbon-Cutting

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce helped to welcome Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh to Waukee on Tuesday, Nov. 10 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony!

Waukee Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh offers mealtime entrees, nori sushi, fresh produce, and so much more!

Check out this business online at hy-vee.com.

Waukee Chamber of Commerce

November 24, 2020 by Darby Brincks

Waukee Chamber Thank You
Thank you to all Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce members for your membership and support of the Chamber this past year. Thank you to the Waukee Chamber Board of Directors, staff, ambassadors and volunteers for all of your dedication and commitment to help make 2020 a success!

Summit Homes Open for Business

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce helped Summit Homes celebrate their Grand Opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Welcome to Waukee!

Get Involved in a Chamber Committee
Enhance your presence throughout the Waukee business community and have a great time getting involved! We are confident the Chamber can deliver results. Get involved and you will surely see a difference! Your membership is best leveraged when you have a presence within the Chamber. We offer a wide variety of ways to do so, taking into account different budgets and schedules. Opportunities range from advertising to sponsorships, to joining or leading a committee.

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Committees:
Government Affairs – Serves as legislative voice of the Chamber membership.

Community Development – Increases membership involvement in Chamber and community activities.

Membership – Promotes and supports existing businesses while encouraging and assisting new business.

Economic Development – Works in cooperation with the City of Waukee and others to promote economic growth in the Waukee area.

Scholarship – Provides a scholarship to a WHS senior who will attend an Iowa institution in the fall of the year following graduation.

Waukee YP – Empowers young professionals who live or work in Waukee to come together, build relationships and make a positive impact within the local community.

Ambassadors – Active members who help to accelerate connections through the Chamber.

For more information about the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, visit our website at waukeechamber.com or contact Chamber President Melinda Behn at mbehn@waukeechamber.com or (515) 978-7115.

Best Ways to Enhance Your Chamber Membership Experience
1.) Serve. Volunteer on one of the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce seven committees: Government Affairs, Community Development, Economic Development, Membership, Scholarship, Waukee YP or Ambassadors.

2.) Refer local business.

3.) Participate. Get involved by attending our monthly programs!

4.) Promote. Highlight your business in one of our signature events: Annual Dinner & Silent Auction, Golf Outing or the Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour.

5.) Patronize existing businesses.

6.) Support new businesses. Welcome new businesses to our community by stopping in, sending a card or supporting their grand opening celebration.

7.) Stay “in the know.” Read the Waukee Chamber Business Report.

8.) Share. Submit your successes, job openings and events to share in our communications to membership.

9.) Collaborate with local organizations to strengthen our community.

10.) Connect with the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce by using our membership directory.

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce

November 23, 2020 by admin

Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee will host the 8th annual Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 4:00 p.m. The tour will take place virtually. This event is open to the public and will highlight community information as well as business, school and residential development. Registration is required. To register, please visit our website at waukeechamber.com. Please contact the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce with any questions at 515-978-7115 or info@waukeechamber.com.

Waukee YP
Waukee Young Professionals (Waukee YP) is a committee of the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, connecting and providing growth opportunities for young professionals who work or live in the Waukee area. Join us for the next Waukee YP Casual Coffee or Social!

New Businesses
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce has welcomed 23 new members this year! Recent Waukee business openings include The Nest Pediatric Dentistry, Firestone Complete Auto Care, Fleet Farm, RE/MAX Concepts and Sleep Inn & Mainstay Suites!

In addition, Timberline Family Dental recently held a groundbreaking ceremony with plans to open in the spring of 2021. Please check our calendar at waukeechamber.com for other events and join us to help our new business owners feel welcome in Waukee!

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce

November 23, 2020 by Darby Brincks

Thank You for Shopping Local
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting growth and prosperity in our local economy. Thank you for continuing to support our Waukee business community!

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Annual Golf Outing
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Annual Golf Outing was held on June 18 at the Beaver Creek Golf Course. Golfers participated in activities at each tee, sponsored by member businesses. Our guests enjoyed a round of golf and business networking. The western theme offered each guest the opportunity to wear their protective face mask (provided by the Chamber) in style. The Chamber also provided a boxed lunch and lots of bottled water from Waukee Hy-Vee!

Thanks to all of our business member sponsors, who were highlighted on signage throughout the golf course. The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce would like to thank our Board of Directors, Community Development Committee, Ambassadors, staff and other volunteers for helping to make the day so enjoyable for all of our members!

Best Ways to Enhance Your Membership Experience
1.) Volunteer on a Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Committee (Government Affairs, Community Development, Economic Development, Membership, Scholarship, Waukee YP & Ambassadors).

2.) Refer local business.

3.) Get involved by attending Good Morning Waukee, our monthly Waukee Chamber Networking Luncheon or After Hours (provided virtually on Zoom through the summer).

4.) Highlight your business at a signature event, such as the Annual Dinner & Silent Auction, What’s Cookin’ in Waukee, Golf Outing or the Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour.

5.) Patronize existing businesses.

6.) Support new businesses by welcoming them to our community and being a part of their Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony!

7.) Stay “in the know” with the weekly Waukee Chamber Business Report.

8.) Share your successes, job openings and events in our communications to Chamber membership.

9.) Collaborate with local organizations to strengthen our community.

10.) Connect with the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce by using our online or printed membership directory.

Waukee Farmers Market

The Waukee Downtown Business Group will host the Waukee Farmers Market on Wednesdays starting June 17 through September from 4 -7 p.m.in the historic Waukee Triangle Park.

Waukee School to Work Graduation
Congratulations to all Waukee High School (WHS) students who participated in the School to Work program. Thank you to Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce intern, Lily Couchman! WHS connects high school seniors with local business internships for hands-on experience in a field of interest and class credit! Thanks to our business community for supporting this awesome program!

Waukee Scholarship Recipients Recognized
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, along with Board Scholarship Chairs Ray Meister of Security National Bank and Ashley Rottinghaus of West Bank, recognized two Waukee High School Seniors, Caitlin Henriksen and Frances Loeffelholz, as recipients of the Chamber’s 2020 scholarships on May 28!

More information can be found on the Chamber’s website at www.waukeechamber.com. If you have any questions, please email info@waukeechamber.com or call 515-978-7115.

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce

November 23, 2020 by Darby Brincks

As an association of businesses, organizations and individuals, the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting growth and prosperity in our local economy.

Members have the chance to give back to the community and gain exposure in the marketplace by volunteering on one of our seven committees: Membership, Community Development, Ambassadors, Government Affairs, Economic Development, Waukee YP and Scholarship.

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce offers opportunities to highlight and promote business at meetings, events and in communications. Our members are able to share business news, job openings and updates in the weekly Waukee Chamber Business Report. Each business member is listed in our official Waukee Chamber Directory & Community Guide and in our membership directory at www.waukeechamber.com.

Waukee Support Local
Local business is a critical part of the Waukee community, and businesses need our support during this time. Waukee Support Local is a Facebook group serving to promote business in the Waukee area. Business owners are invited to post business news, alternative hours, curbside pick-up, virtual service offerings and more. Waukee Support Local is created by the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, but is open to all Waukee area businesses.

Virtual Opportunities
The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting in person events virtually.

Good Morning Waukee offers business members the opportunity to hear from a local speaker from the comfort of their own desk through ZOOM. Guests will dial in and connect from their computer to speak with others and learn from a local speaker followed by a question and answer session.

The Virtual Waukee Chamber Networking Luncheon will allow guests to purchase lunch to go from a restaurant in Waukee and then connect on ZOOM to introduce themselves, provide a 30 second commercial and hear from a featured business speaker.

The Chamber will also be holding our Business After Hours as a Virtual Happy Hour on ZOOM. Guests will introduce themselves and their business, separate into break out rooms to discuss business topics and return to the group.

Waukee YP will continue their Casual Coffees on ZOOM. This is a great opportunity for young professionals to provide an introduction, connect with others and learn from a local business speaker.

All Waukee residents and businesses are invited to join us for the virtual meetings offered each month. Learn more and register today at www.waukeechamber.com!

Grateful for the Support of Community

Fridley Theatres: The Palms Theatres & IMAX sold over 500 large curb-side popcorns to go on a single Saturday!

Mi-Fiber: It’s been very encouraging seeing communities come together in an effort to support local businesses. It shows the kindness and support that our cities are known for.

Rock Valley Physical Therapy: We had a goal of implementing telehealth in 2020, and the COVID crisis has sped this process up. We are currently working with a patient who lives across the state whose local PT clinic closed. He was referred by a friend from Waukee who was seeing us. These types of word-of-mouth referrals are what gives me assurance that we will come through this stronger than ever!

Fresh Mediterranean Express: We are so grateful for the amazing support we have received from the community. They showed up on day one and have continued to show up throughout the crisis.

Meier Family Chiropractic: The blessing of technology to be able to connect with those we otherwise wouldn’t be able to. My wonderful patients who understand the value of natural healthcare like chiropractic!

Miller, Fidler & Hinke Insurance: Iron sharpens iron. The power of the Chamber is in the connections and the true value comes from the peer to peer experience sharing, especially during times like today.

Waukee Hardware: We are most grateful for our customers supporting us and that all our employees are staying healthy since we are in contact with so many people.

Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Company: I am grateful that we are allowed to remain open for business and provide continued employment for our employees. . . and equally proud of them for their dedication and sacrifices that they have to make. I’m also quite proud of our state, its leadership, and all Iowans for locking arms and fighting the fight together.

Marco’s Pizza: Once a week we take pizza to people who are on front lines – firemen, doctor offices, ICU, urgent care, or day cares that are supporting those fields. We have even had a few people order pizza for those groups as a way to thank you.

Focus Eye Care: On a bright note, it is amazing how a simple act can have huge reward for a small business. We asked our Facebook friends to simply invite all of their friends to like our page and within 5 hours we had over 500 more likes! It is amazing to see people band together and support each other during such a challenging time. When we come out of this I hope that everyone has learned how important personal connections are and the good we can do for people in our community.

Home Instead Senior Care: My business still operates 24 hours a day. Home Instead brings nursing home care services directly into people’s place of residence. This allows them to stay safe and independent at home.

Ankeny Sanitation: Some meetings done over lunch or in person, have been reduced to Zoom meeting or conference calls, but because of all these restrictions we have gotten the chance to speak on a more personal level with our customers.

Country Lane Lodge: Life can throw you a curve ball and this is one of the most challenging many of us have experienced. At Country Lane Lodge we are trying to take this time to get caught up on projects around the property and take a little time to get things done at home. We are especially grateful to our clients for working with us as we want to host the special event in their lives…soon we hope!

GIT Insurance: Here in Waukee, I’ve seen and heard many stories of people really trying to support local businesses. This is so refreshing and I’d hate to see any economic growth halted for the long term. There has been a reduction in traffic accidents and many of our great auto insurance carriers that we represent are giving refunds or credits to provide some relief. This is a nice gesture and hopefully it helps.

Vocal Arts Unlimited: I see so much good going on around me. People are stepping up to serve and reaching out to others. I see an anticipation within myself of exciting things to come. I am embracing growth and creating new programs and business content; and planning a vibrant next experience for myself and my associates that will help us all survive and thrive. I see a new reality that can be powerful and rewarding for those who will embrace their inherent capabilities and natural gifts and talents; and recognize that they have great worth and have the capability to determine their future condition.

Willard Garage: We received a note from Helen, a customer, over the weekend. Dropped in our key drop box, it read: To Brian and Peggy and everyone; We LOVE you………… Thank you to Helen, that was an amazing unexpected blessing, it really struck a nerve in a beautiful way amidst all the fog of how uncertain and upside down so many things feel right now.

Waukee Dental: So many amazing acts of kindness shine through during these times, due to being in the healthcare industry my favorite stories are those donating personal protective equipment and those making cloth masks at home to donate to healthcare providers. I thank everyone who is out there providing assistance and needs in any way!

Growing with the Community: 20 Years of the Waukee Chamber of Commerce

January 15, 2019 by Elyssa_ Appleton

In 2019, the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce will celebrate 20 years of fostering growth, professional development, and connections within the community. The anniversary will be celebrated with a dinner and silent auction in February.

Since its inception in 1999, the chamber has added 290 members to its roster—beginning with 40 and now boasting 330. Members include area businesses and organizations of all sizes, as well as individuals with a passion for promoting growth and prosperity in the community.

Melinda Behn, President of the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce, said the organization provides its members with opportunities to network, enhance their financial growth, participate in professional development and contribute to a thriving community.

“The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce connects members to hundreds of companies throughout our region,” said Behn. “When a company joins the chamber, all employees gain access to our network of businesses and professionals from the area and Central Iowa region—through the Greater Des Moines Partnership.”

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce also offers members opportunities to develop business relationships and referrals, attend events such as ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and provide access to career and volunteer opportunities.

Members also can enhance their impact and presence in the community by attending meetings and events, sponsoring chamber events and joining and/or leading a committee.

Along with Behn’s leadership, the chamber is governed by a board of directors—business members from the community. Behn said each board member chairs a committee that, in collaboration with chamber committee members, is responsible for carrying out the chamber’s priorities.

The association’s committees include:

Membership: This group supports existing and new businesses. The committee hosts new membership welcome breakfasts twice a year and distributes the Waukee Chamber Monday Business Report—a newsletter with information about chamber happenings.

Community Development: This committee organizes and promotes the chamber’s annual dinner, as well as What’s Cookin’ in Waukee, the golf outing and Waukee Fall Harvest. It also coordinates the chamber’s participation in community-wide events such as Itty-Bitty Olympics at Celebrate Waukee.

Scholarship: A one-time annual scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior from Waukee High School who plans to attend an Iowa institution following graduation. This committee focuses on creating awareness of the scholarship and selecting the recipient.

Waukee YP: Waukee Young Professionals (Waukee YP) is a new committee that connects and provides growth opportunities for young professionals who work or live in the Waukee area.

Government Affairs: This committee serves as the legislative voice of the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce membership. This committee stays up-to-date on legislative issues affecting businesses, participates in regional public policy meetings and events, and hosts election year forums. In the near future, the Waukee Chamber will partner with the metro’s west-side affiliate chambers to talk about the upcoming legislative session.

Economic Development: This committee organized the Sixth Annual Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour in September at Brick Towne at Kettlestone, off University. The tour showcased Waukee’s growing community by highlighting new development projects—such as the Holmes Murphy building off Grand Prairie Parkway and The Palms Theatre and IMAX venue off NE Westgate Drive.

Ambassadors: These are active members who help facilitate networking among members.

Paul Kerkhoff, owner of Kerkhoff Chiropractic, said the chamber has grown to be recognized as a premier professional business organization with ties that reach across the nation. “This involvement reaches international corporations as well as our state and national legislature. Being part of this organization brings our ideals and interests together for even greater opportunities for our future and generations to follow,” said Kerkhoff.

Don Frazer, owner of Heartland Co-op and a three-year chamber board member, said being a member has positively impacted his business. “The contact with other local business leaders has opened up additional opportunities,” he said. “The chamber has been an important part of the explosion of new businesses in Waukee, and growth is good for everyone.”

Both Frazer and Behn said one of the chamber’s biggest recent accomplishments is finding a new space for the organization to reside. Located at 208 W. Hickman Road in Waukee, the chamber has called their current location home for nearly two years. “The Board invested a significant amount of time in helping to locate the space, negotiate the lease and assist with the build out. We are truly fortunate to have so many wonderful people in our chamber who care about the future of Waukee,” said Behn.

The 2019 Waukee Chamber Annual Dinner and Silent Auction will provide a summary of 2018 accomplishments, a look at the year ahead, an introduction of the 2019 Board of Directors and recognition of the 2018 Member and Ambassador of the Year. The event will be held Feb. 21 from 5:00 – 9:30 p.m. at the Sheraton in West Des Moines.

For more information about the Chamber, visit https://www.waukeechamber.com.

Chamber News: Nov/Dec 2018

November 19, 2018 by admin

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce News

Waukee Hardware Anniversary Celebration
On Saturday, Sept. 29, Waukee Hardware Celebrated a Grand Re-Opening, 20-Year Anniversary of Ownership (by Geoff and Anne Warmouth) and 140-Year Anniversary of the Store’s Opening (in 1878)!
Waukee Hardware is located at 380 6th St. in Waukee.

Waukee Chamber September Non-Profit Roundtable Luncheon
Thank-you to the following Waukee non-profit organizations for presenting at the Sept. 27 Chamber Luncheon at the Waukee Community Center: Waukee American Legion, Waukee Area Christian Services, Waukee Area Historical Society, Waukee Betterment Foundation, Waukee Community Closet, Waukee Downtown Business Group, Waukee Family YMCA, Waukee Leadership Institute, Waukee Public Library Friends Foundation, Waukee Community Schools Foundation, The Brenton Arboretum, Goodwill of Central Iowa, ISU Extension and Outreach-Dallas County and the Rotary Club of Waukee.

Waukee’s Ninth Elementary School Under Construction
The Waukee Chamber Economic Development Committee toured Radiant Elementary during their Sept 26 committee meeting, followed by lunch at Panchero’s Mexican Grill in Waukee. Radiant Elementary is the Waukee Community School District’s ninth elementary school, and will open in the Fall of 2019.

Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour Thank-You
The Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour was held on Thursday, Sept. 13. The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce filled four buses for the sixth annual event. The City of Waukee guided the hour-long tour showcasing development projects in Waukee. Hosting sponsor Brick Towne at Kettlestone provided a business after-hours event following the tour with beverages, networking and food from Marco’s Pizza and Which Wich Superior Sandwiches.

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee works in cooperation with the City of Waukee, Waukee Chamber members and others to promote economic growth in the Waukee area. Thank-you to our bus tour sponsors, including Access Systems, Ankeny Sanitation, City of Waukee, Denny Elwell Company, Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Company, Landmark Development Services, Inc., Per Mar Security, State Savings Bank, University of Iowa Community Credit Union, Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce and West Bank! We appreciate all Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce members and guests for participating! Thank you to our Waukee 2018 Economic Development Bus Tour sponsors!

Waukee Chamber Updates: September/October 2018

September 12, 2018 by admin

Waukee YP

Waukee Young Professionals (Waukee YP) is a new committee of the Chamber, connecting and providing growth opportunities for young professionals who work or live in the Waukee area. Join us for the next Waukee YP Social!

Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee will host the 6th annual Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour on Thursday, September 13 at 3:30 p.m. The tour will start and end in with a reception to follow at 5:00 p.m. at Brick Towne at Kettlestone in Waukee. This event is open to the public and will highlight community information, business, school and residential development. No cost to attend. Seats are limited. Please RSVP to www.waukeechamber.com for a seat on the bus tour. Please contact us with any questions at 515-978-7115 or info@waukeechamber.com.

New Businesses

The Chamber has welcomed 38 new members this year and celebrated local grand openings with 20 of those businesses. We look forward to celebrating many more scheduled ribbon-cutting ceremonies and business anniversaries over the next couple months. Please check our calendar at www.waukeechamber.com and join us to help our new business owners feel welcome in Waukee!

Networking Luncheon: Nonprofit Roundtable

Join us on Thursday, September 27 at the Waukee Community Center for our monthly Chamber Networking Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. and learn about nonprofit organizations in the Waukee community.

Develop business relationships, hear from Chamber leadership and have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business! Please RSVP to www.waukeechamber.com.

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Waukee Chamber Updates: July/August 2018

July 11, 2018 by admin

Welcome to Waukee!

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting growth and prosperity in our local economy. Join us in providing a warm welcome to the 32 new business members that have joined the Waukee Chamber this year! Thanks to the Chamber Board of Directors and to the entire community for helping these new businesses feel at home in Waukee!

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2018 Annual Golf Outing Thank-You

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce 2018 Annual Golf Outing was held on Thursday, June 21 at the Beaver Creek Golf Course. Golfers participated in activities at each tee, sponsored by member businesses. Our guests enjoyed a round of golf and business networking, followed by dinner and prizes!

Ten Ways to Enhance Your Membership Experience

Volunteer on one of our Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Committees: Government Affairs, Community Development, Economic Development, Membership, Scholarship or
Ambassadors.
Refer local business.
Get involved by attending our monthly luncheon!
Promote your business at a Signature Event: Our Annual Dinner & Silent Auction, What’s Cookin’ in Waukee, Golf Outing, Waukee Fall Harvest or the Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour.
Patronize existing businesses.
Support new businesses by welcoming them to our community and participating in their Grand Openings and ribbon-cutting ceremonies.
Stay “in the know” with the Waukee Chamber Weekly Business Report.
Share your successes, job openings and events in our communications to Chamber membership.
Collaborate with local organizations to strengthen our community.
Connect with the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce by using our online or printed membership directory.

Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour

The Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee will host the 6th Annual Waukee Economic Development Bus Tour on Thursday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m. A reception will follow at 5:00 p.m. This event is open to the public and will highlight community information, business and residential development and schools. Please RSVP to the Waukee Chamber today!

For more information, visit our website at waukeechamber.com. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@waukeechamber.com or 515-978-7115.