Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

AYP in the AM 10/6/2026 7:30 AM - 10/6/2026 9:00 AM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:43:18 GMT

Add a little style to your morning at AYP in the AM on Tuesday, October 6 from 7:30 – 9 AM, hosted by The Elements Interiors.

AYP in the AM is a casual networking event where young professionals can connect, share ideas, and start the day energized while enjoying morning beverages. Bring your business cards and meet fellow members of the Ankeny Young Professionals community in a relaxed setting designed for great conversation.

While you are there, take time to explore The Elements’ expansive showroom, where inspiration is always in style. Their team specializes in helping clients create spaces that balance design and functionality, transforming rooms into personalized environments that truly feel like home.

So pull up a chair, couch a few great ideas, and table some time for meaningful conversations. Whether you are looking to design new connections, furnish your network with fresh contacts, or simply polish the layout of your professional circle, this event is the perfect place to start your day.

No need to rearrange your schedule too much. No registration required. Just drop in and help your network look well-designed from every angle.

Business After Hours 10/8/2026 4:00 PM - 10/8/2026 5:30 PM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:34:22 GMT

Glow up your networking game at Business After Hours on Thursday, October 8 from 4 – 5:30 PM, sponsored by Benway Beauty, PLLC.

Bring your business cards and join fellow Chamber members for an evening of conversation, connections, and a little networking with flair. Whether you’re there to catch up with old connections or inject some new energy into your network, this event is designed to leave you looking and feeling your best—professionally and socially.

Step inside Benway Beauty, Ankeny’s destination for advanced medical aesthetics and wellness, and see how beauty meets business. Their expert team specializes in enhancing natural beauty through thoughtful, results-driven treatments, making this an inspiring setting to lift your spirits, brighten your network, and fill your calendar with glowing connections.

No registration required. Just drop in, mix, mingle, and let your network shine!

Chamber's October "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook", presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 10/16/2026 10:00 AM - 10/16/2026 12:00 Noon

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:04:23 GMT

Learn the Playbook to a Better Business in under 2 hours. You will walk out with strategies you will be able to implement right away!

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS!

Are you a business owner? Unlock the success you've always envisioned for your business at our exclusive "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook" workshop! Wondering what's in it for you? Let's break it down:

Get clear and get in control. Stop reacting all day. We help you simplify what matters most, set a real direction, and create a plan you can actually follow, so your business feels steadier and less stressful.
Attract the right customers on purpose. No more “anyone with a pulse.” You’ll dial in who you serve best and how to talk about what you do, so the right people find you faster and saying “yes” becomes easier.
Build a business that runs smoother (even when you’re busy). We’ll turn the stuff you do repeatedly into simple, repeatable steps, so things don’t fall apart when life gets hectic or when you hand work to someone else.
Create a team that carries weight. Whether it’s your first hire or your tenth, we focus on getting the right people, setting clear expectations, and building accountability, so you’re not the only one pushing the rock uphill.
Make everything work together. Marketing, sales, operations, and leadership shouldn’t feel like separate jobs. We help you connect the dots so your time, money, and energy go into a system that actually supports growth.
Turn effort into real results. You’ll measure what matters, make smarter decisions, and keep momentum, so you’re not just “busy,” you’re building profit, progress, and more FREEDOM.

Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Secure your spot now and elevate your business to new heights. The "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook" workshop is your gateway to unparalleled success!

Who's this workshop for?

Small- to medium-sized business owners.
Owners looking to increase their net profit.
Owners looking for a better team strategy.
Owners looking to scale to the next level with their business.
Owners looking to enjoy more vacations.

6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook Tickets, Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Witches Night Out 10/22/2026 3:30 PM - 10/22/2026 8:00 PM

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:09:33 GMT

Join us for WITCHES NIGHT OUT!

Transportation will be provided at 4PM as registered witches stop at local Ankeny businesses to shop, network and enjoy some witches’ brew. Each location will have raffle tickets for your chance to win some amazing prizes plus a BEST COSTUME CONTEST!

Witch costumes encouraged, but not required. More informatiom coming soon!

Chamber's October Profit Academy, presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 10/26/2026 4:00 PM - 10/26/2026 5:00 PM

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:12:17 GMT

Chamber Education presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard - Profit Academy

6 Steps to Real Growth

This virtual event is free for all Ankeny Chamber members. Registration is required, and space is limited.

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS!

Reclaim Your Time & Make More Money in 2026
Join ActionCOACH for our 2026 Profit Academy Series: Monthly 60-minute virtual classes designed to strengthen the fundamentals of business growth, including mindset, marketing, sales, systems, team, and profit. Learn alongside other business owners and make 2026 your most profitable year yet!
Wondering what's in it for you? Let's break it down:

Set Your Mind to Success: Learn the best methods to ensure your thinking will propel your business forward. Control your thoughts and control your success.
Turn Your Marketing into an ATM: Learn how to turn your marketing into a predictable investment with a measurable return.
Take Your Sales to New Heights: Learn how to sell through asking the right questions, at the right time, with the right person.
Hire the Right People, Finally: Learn how to put the right people in the right seat on the right bus.
Inspire Your Team to Perform: Learn how to retain key team members, reward them appropriately and convert them into "Raving Fans".
Turn Customers Into Raving Fans: Learn how to identify who your best customers are, what they mean to your business and how to implement principles of great service.
Work Smarter, Not Harder: Learn how to use time to your advantage. Budget your time and achieve focus with a default calendar. Learn how to run your schedule instead of your schedule running you.
Get Paid From Your Business: Learn which numbers drive your business and improve your performance so that you can sell your business at its highest value.
Connect Better, Sell More: Learn how to understand your communication style as well as the person you are talking with, so that you can get results.
6 Steps to Real Growth: Learn the six steps that are essential to creating sound, long-term business growth.
Get Ready for 2027: Learn how to build a plan that will make 2027 your most profitable year yet!

Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Secure your spot now and elevate your business to new heights. The "Profit Academy" classes are your gateway to unparalleled success!

Who's this class for?

Small- to medium-sized business owners.
Owners looking to increase their net profit.
Owners looking for a better team strategy.
Owners looking to scale to the next level with their business.
Owners looking to enjoy more vacations.

Profit Academy - 6 Steps to True Growth Tickets, Monday, October 26 • 4 PM - 5 PM CDT | Eventbrite

Lattes & Leads 10/27/2026 7:30 AM - 10/27/2026 9:00 AM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:59:59 GMT

Start your morning by checking out CSB's new building with a full deposit of connections at Lattes & Leads on Tuesday, October 27 from 7:30 – 9 AM, hosted by Community State Bank - Ankeny.

Bring your business cards and join fellow Chamber members for a relaxed morning of networking, conversation, and relationship-building. Whether you’re cashing in on new contacts or investing in long-term connections, this event is the perfect way to bank on growing your professional network.

Community State Bank is committed to helping the community thrive, both financially and socially. Stop by to check your balance of connections, secure some networking interest, and withdraw a few new opportunities while enjoying a great cup of coffee.

No registration required. Just show up and start compounding your network!

AYP Boos & Brews 10/29/2026 6:00 PM - 10/29/2026 8:00 PM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:49:46 GMT

Get ready for a spooky, kooky, and downright fun evening at AYP Boos & Brews on Thursday, October 29, from 6 – 8 PM, hosted at Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille.

Join the Ankeny Young Professionals for their annual Halloween networking bash! Costumes or festive attire are highly encouraged, and there are prizes for the best-dressed! Whether you arrive as a ghostly specter or a friendly Franken-fellow, you’re in for a night of laughs, connections, and maybe a little mischief.

This is a perfect opportunity to mix, mingle, and brew up some new relationships with fellow young professionals in a fun, casual setting. Sip on your favorite beverage, share spooky stories, and get into the Halloween spirit while expanding your network.

Bring your costume, your business cards, and your sense of adventure!