The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s Economic Development team specializes in assisting businesses with relocating or expanding their operations in Central Iowa. Through specialized industry research, partnerships with local, state, and national entities, and comprehensive assistance in site selection, the Partnership is the place to start when looking at relocation or expansion.
An educated and skilled workforce is the key to success for any business or organization. The Partnership focuses on fostering opportunities for to enhance Central Iowa’s workforce through education, outreach, personal and professional development, and public policy initiatives.
The Partnership provides a multitude of business resources that will enhance any business environment. Through these tools, organizations have the opportunity to develop a work culture that is effective, inclusive, and innovative.
Downtown Des Moines is ever-evolving. The city is alive and thriving with numerous opportunities for entertainment, recreation, and growing businesses.
Learn more about what makes Greater Des Moines an amazing place to live and work. The region boasts numerous amenities and a low cost of living. You can do more in Des Moines.
Global DSM is an initiative of the Greater Des Moines Partnership that establishes Greater Des Moines as a global community through bolstering trade and foreign direct investments and leveraging international talent.
Global DSM: Trade and Investment Strategy
Global DSM: Trade and Investment Strategy was developed by the Greater Des Moines Partnership along with the Global Cities Initiative (a joint project of the Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase) through the collaboration of political, business and civic leaders of Greater Des Moines. The report outlines the following:
The Greater Des Moines Imperative for Global Engagement
The Intersection of Exports and Foreign Direct Investment
Key Findings from the Market Assessment – Foreign Direct Investment and Exports
Global DSM: International Talent Strategy was developed by the Immigration Integration Initiative Task Force, in partnership with the Greater Des Moines Partnership and the Partnership for a New American Economy. The Task Force is made up of numerous business, civic, community and political leaders. Global DSM: International Talent Strategy offers recommendations on how Greater Des Moines can further attract and retain foreign-born talent to the regional community.
The Greater Des Moines Partnership manages Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) #107, which is conveniently located on Iowa Interstate 35/80, about 14 miles from the Des Moines International Airport. The FTZ allows certain types of merchandise to be imported, repackaged, assembled with other components, and then exported without having to go through formal customs entry procedures or incurring import duties. The Partnership also assists Iowa companies establish on site FTZ sub zones.
For more information about FTZ, view the following links:
Industry expert Sean Murray, Miller & Company shares his insights on the advantages of utilizing a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) when importing components as part of the supply chain process.
Certificates of Origin
The Greater Des Moines Partnership assists Central Iowa exporters with Certificates of Origins (COO). A COO is a document that is required by certain foreign countries for tariff purposes, certifying the country of origin of specified goods. A COO is usually prepared by the exporter or the freight forwarder, notarized, and attested to by a local Chamber of Commerce. eCertify is the Partnership's electronic system for processing Certificates of Origin. To get started with eCertify, we ask that you create a user profile for your company. Companies with existing profiles in eCertify can get started here. For more information on the Partnership's COO services, contact Beth Barker. eCertify step-by-step instructions eCertify flyer
What is eCertify and how can it help you export?
Wednesday, November 19, 2014 Webinar and Presentation
Port Des Moines
Port Des Moines Central Iowa's virtual inland port, offers informational assistance in transporting goods to, from, and through Central Iowa by providing a one-stop shop for freight-related information.
Port of Entry
The Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is the only Port of Entry located in Iowa. As a Port of Entry, DSM has on-site U.S. Customs and U.S. Department of Agriculture inspectors. A new customs facility has recently been completed for the convenience of shippers and travelers.
Greater Des Moines Sister City Commission
The Greater Des Moines Sister City Commission initiates business, cultural, educational, and social exchanges between our citizens and those of our sister cities. For more information visit the Greater Des Moines Sister City Commission website.
