Speakers
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| Kevin Foley - DSM Airport Director | Jan 17, 2025 7:00 AM |
DSM International Development Status
 Kevin Foley joined the Des Moines International Airport team in June 2008. Following several promotions he accepted the position of Executive Director in February of 2014. Prior to joining the Airport, Mr. Foley served as an Associate Professor of Aviation for the University of Dubuque. His professional experience also includes several key management roles with Dubuque Regional Airport, 1992 – 2000, and a stint as a corporate pilot. Kevin possesses a Master of Business Administration degree as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Management. He is a certified flight instructor and a multi-engine commercial pilot. |
| Cultivation Corridor - CEO Billi Hunt | Jan 24, 2025 7:00 PM |
Women in Agriculture & State of Iowa Ag
 Billi Hunt has served as the Executive Director of America’s Cultivation Corridor since 2018.
She works with America’s Cultivation Corridor investors, partners, and other organizations to build the Corridor brand and broaden opportunities within the region. Hunt brings 30 years of experience in agriculture and a passion for growing Iowa’s businesses and communities to the Corridor’s efforts to enhance agricultural sustainability and accelerate business development by attracting new companies, talent, and capital to the state. Before joining America’s Cultivation Corridor, Hunt served as government affairs manager for DuPont, leading state-level advocacy, public-policy initiatives, and government-related business collaborations for the U.S. Central region, and throughout the United States.
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| Julie Franklin - MainFrame Studios Director | Jan 31, 2025 7:00 AM |
Arts in Central Iowa
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| Al Perales - IA AG Consumer Protection Agent | Feb 07, 2025 7:00 AM |
Fighting Fraud
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| Speaker To Be Confirmed | Feb 14, 2025 7:00 AM |
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| FOUNDER'S DAY MEETING | Feb 21, 2025 7:00 AM |
Off Site Meeting at Member Businesses
The Rotary Club of Des Moines will not meet at the Holiday Inn. Instead, members are encouraged to sign up to attend a meeting at a member's business as part of celebrating Vocational Service DMAM Rotary style! A few meetings around town will be held simultaneously, so selecting and signing up to attend is important. As usual, breakfast is included!
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| Craftsman with Character CEO - Dave Hatja | Feb 28, 2025 7:00 AM |
Lessons In Leadership
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