The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce

promotes economic development, strengthens the business climate and enhances the quality of life in Ankeny.

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Join a Thriving Community,

Experience Professional Growth.

We understand the importance of networking and connecting with others in order to grow as a professional. Enjoy an extraordinary community that is home to over 60,000 residents. Ankeny is one of Iowa’s fastest-growing communities and is committed to maintaining a small town atmosphere in the growing Des Moines metro area.

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Leadercast Women

Amplify Your Leadership! The Ripple Effect... one action leading to impactful reactions that reverberate throughout space and time. This effect is especially true in leadership. Leaders carry great responsibility to act with foresight, knowing their decisions can...

Morning Hustle

Wednesday, March 10 | 8:30 am ADOPTING A MILLENNIAL MINDSET: It's a hashtag not a pound sign. As the pandemic economy slowly transitions away from isolation, it is time to [RE]ENGAGE “Generation Nice”, the largest generation in the U.S. workforce who was already...

From the Chairman of the Board

Heather Lilienthal, 2021 Chairman of the BoardThe Yearn for ReturnI’ve been thinking a lot about expectations and returns. According to the Corporate Finance Institute, return on investment (ROI) is a financial ratio used to calculate the benefit an investor will...

Chamber Scholarship Applications

Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Applications Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship for a High School Senior Application is due Monday, May 3, 2021. In order to qualify, you or a parent must work for an Ankeny Area Chamber member. Visit the membership...

COVID-19 Resources

The Ankeny Area Chamber is closely monitoring the changing developments of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its impact on our members and community. Click here to read the Governor's most recent Public Health Proclamation.Click here to view the Chamber's past webinars for...

Chamber Action Newsletter

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All About Ankeny: Vibrant Living, Focused Growth.

Well-rounded and suitable for those of any background, Ankeny boasts an exceptional environment for all to thrive. Sustainable median incomes, some of the most highly-rated public schools in Iowa, a growing and successful business economy, and close proximity to a handful of colleges and universities are just a few of the things that make Ankeny a great place to live and work.

60,000+

Residents

45+

Public Parks & Greenways

Fastest

Growing City in the Midwest

4

Universities within 25 minutes

July 10, 2021

A Tradition of Summer Fun: Ankeny SummerFest

Ankeny’s annual SummerFest is a four-day celebration with carnival rides, parades, bands, family fun and more! Attended by thousands each year, Ankeny SummerFest is an event to taste and experience the close-knit yet growing community of Ankeny, Iowa.

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