Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

AYP Lunch & Learn 11/4/2026 11:30 AM - 11/4/2026 1:00 PM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:55:47 GMT

Join the Ankeny Young Professionals for a Lunch & Learn

AYP hosts multiple Lunch & Learn programs throughout the year during the lunch hour. Networking at 11:30 with the presentation to begin at noon. These educational events are designed to help members grow through topics related to business, leadership, community, and personal and professional development, all while connecting with other young professionals in Ankeny. Enjoy lunch on AYP, learn something new, and build connections that support your success!

AYP Members are Free to attend.

Non-members have a fee of $15.

Registration required

Discover Ankeny 11/5/2026 4:00 PM - 11/5/2026 7:00 PM

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:23:45 GMT

Discover Ankeny is a yearly event featuring Ankeny Area Chamber organizations, product & service vendors, and restaurants. This fun-filled annual vendor fair showcases the best of our community! Including local businesses, family-friendly activities, entertainment, & more!

FREE ADMISSION! 4:00PM - 7:00PM. More information coming soon!

AYP After Hours 11/19/2026 5:30 PM - 11/19/2026 7:30 PM

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:25:55 GMT

Get ready to unleash some fun at AYP After Hours ??

Join us on Thursday, November 19 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Brown Dog Bakery for a paws-itively great evening of casual networking. AYP After Hours are all about making connections without the pressure. There is no agenda, no registration, just good conversations and new friendships waiting to happen.

Hosted by Brown Dog Bakery, this locally owned pet food and supply store is anything but ordinary. From their organic bakery filled with homemade, all-natural dog treats made with human-grade ingredients to a wide selection of holistic pet food, toys, and stylish accessories, they have everything to keep tails wagging. They also offer professional dog grooming services including baths, haircuts, and de-shedding, so your pup can look and feel their best.

Whether you are looking to grow your network, sniff out new opportunities, or just enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow young professionals, this is the place to be. Come ready to mix, mingle, and maybe even make a few fur-ever connections.

Pets & business cards welcome!

Business After Hours 11/19/2026 4:00 PM - 11/19/2026 5:30 PM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:35:47 GMT

Recharge your network and get a boost of connections at Business After Hours on Thursday, November 19 (3rd Thursday) from 4 – 5:30 PM, hosted by IV Nutrition Ankeny.

Join fellow Chamber members for a relaxed evening of conversation and networking—no registration required! Bring your business cards and prepare to inject some energy into your professional connections, drip-feed your network with new contacts, and infuse your evening with opportunities.

While you mingle, explore IV Nutrition Ankeny’s offerings, including IV therapy that boosts energy, supports immunity, and enhances overall well-being. It’s the perfect chance to vitamin-boost your connections while enjoying a fun, casual networking environment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to revitalize your network and get your professional circulation flowing—your connections will thank you!

Chamber's November "6 Steps to Your Business Owner Playbook", presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 11/20/2026 10:00 AM - 11/20/2026 12:00 Noon

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:11:30 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, Nov 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Chamber's November Profit Academy, presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard 11/23/2026 4:00 PM - 11/23/2026 5:00 PM

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:12:34 GMT

Chamber Education presented by ActionCOACH Vanguard - Profit Academy

Get Ready for 2027

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 - Get Ready for 2027! Tickets, Monday, November 23 • 4 PM - 5 PM CST | Eventbrite

Lattes & Leads 11/24/2026 7:30 AM - 11/24/2026 9:00 AM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 23:00:30 GMT

Start your engines and drive your network forward at Lattes & Leads on Tuesday, November 24 from 7:30 – 9 AM, sponsored by Bob Brown Buick GMC.

Bring your business cards and hit the lot to meet fellow Chamber members in a casual, fun morning networking event. Whether you’re looking to accelerate new connections, shift into high gear with your contacts, or simply cruise through some great conversation, Lattes & Leads is the perfect pit stop to fuel your professional relationships.

Join us to tune up your connections, steer your way to new opportunities, and park yourself among the best in the business.

No registration required. Just roll in, grab a coffee, and let your network rev up!

Chamber Office Closed 11/25/2026 12:00 Noon - 11/27/2026 5:00 PM

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 23:34:40 GMT