August 2026 Luncheon: AI & the Future of Greater DSM

AI & the Future of Greater Des Moines: What Every Sector Needs to Know

AI is changing everything — and every industry needs to pay attention.

From finance and insurance to health care, education, real estate, small business, nonprofits, marketing, workforce and civic leadership, Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way organizations operate, compete and grow.

This high-impact luncheon will explore what AI means for the sectors that drive Greater Des Moines and how our region can prepare, adapt and lead in this new era of innovation.

If you are a business owner, executive, team leader, educator, entrepreneur, nonprofit professional or community builder, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.

At this luncheon, attendees will explore:

• How AI is transforming key sectors across Greater Des Moines

• What business leaders need to understand about AI adoption and strategy

• How AI may impact workforce, talent, productivity and future skills

• Opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs to use AI tools

• The role of AI in finance, insurance, health care, education, real estate, marketing and nonprofits

• How organizations can begin preparing their teams for the future of work

• Why regional collaboration will be critical as AI continues to evolve

Please welcome our expert speakers: 

• Brandon Gockley - Chief Information Officer / The Iowa Clinic, P.C.
• Suj Chandrasekhar, Ph.D - Principal / Strategic Insights Inc
• Logan Richards - Director of Software and Analytics / Baker Group
• Erin Rollenhagen - Founder / Friendly People Tech
• Maneesh Singhal - VP Chief Information Digital Officer / Wellabe

Moderator: Katherine Harrington - President & CEO / West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce

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