Downtown Economic development

Downtown Des Moines is a safe, livable, sustainable and vibrant city center that offers something for everyone. Residents and visitors alike continue to enjoy the development occurring in the core of our city. In the last five years, Downtown Des Moines has seen more than 3 billion dollars invested in public and private capital. We are fortunate to have large companies such a s Principal Financial Group, Nationwide Insurance, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Meredith Corporation and EMC call Downtown home, as well as many other great small and medium sized companies.
Downtown has state-of-the-art telecommunications services, high-speed internet access for any size firm, and a highly skilled workforce. In addition, Downtown offers significant state and local financial incentives.
The DCA provides site location services for companies interested in locating to Downtown Des Moines.  

Have questions or need help, contact Tim Leach at 515.286.4944 or tleach@downtowndesmoines.com.