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2025 IACC Fall Conference

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Join us for the 2025 IACC Fall Conference, where chamber professionals from across Iowa will gather to elevate their strategies, strengthen connections, and explore innovative approaches to growing their communities. This year’s theme, "Taking Your Chamber to New Heights," reflects our goal to help you soar beyond expectations!

 

When: October 8-9, 2025

October 8, 2025 | 1:00 -5:00 P.M. & Evening Reception (6:00-7:30 P.M.)

October 9, 2025 | 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Where: Kent Campus Center at Simpson College

701 N C. St, Indianola, Iowa 50125

 

Why Attend?

  • Expert insights from top industry leaders
  • Networking with chamber professionals from across the state
  • Actionable strategies to take back to your community
  • Fun social events and a chance to experience Indianola's vibrant community!

 


Hotel Information

Dates:
The group promo code is valid for reservations on October 7th - 10th, 2025.

Location: Hotel Pommier Indianola

1215 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, Iowa

How to Book:
Guests can book by calling the hotel directly or by using the online reservation link below. Be sure to mention the IACC promo code to receive the special group rate!

  • Hotel Direct Number: 515-961-0551

  • Promo Code: IACC

  • Online Booking Link: Book Your Stay


Conference Agenda

 

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

12:00 P.M. | Exhibitor Set-Up

12:30 P.M. | Registration Opens

1:00 P.M. | Official Welcome - Sheriffa Jones, Executive Director, Spencer Chamber & IACC Board Chair & Amanda Zwanzinger, President & CEO, Indianola Chamber of Commerce

1:30 P.M. |  Amy Sheilds, Executive Director, ACCE Foundation and VP, Programs at ACCE

2:30 P.M. | Roundtables - Discussion & Topic Questions on Horizon's Report

4:00 P.M. | Exhibitor Break

4:15 P.M. | Megan Lucas, CEO & Chief Economic Development Officer at Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance

5:00 P.M. | Adjourn

6:00 - 7:30 P.M. | Evening Reception, Coordinated by Indianola Chamber of Commerce

 

Thursday, October 9, 2025

7:15 A.M. | Registration Opens & Breakfast

8:00 A.M. | Day #2 Kickoff & Welcome

8:15 A.M. | Rachel Keck, Workplace Culture Coach and Consultant at Mosaic Collaborative

9:15 A.M. | Megan Lucas, CEO & Chief Economic Development Officer at Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance

10:15 A.M. | Exhibitor Break

10:30 A.M. | Roundtables - Horizons Discussion Groups

11:30 A.M. | Exhibitor Break

11:45 A.M. | Lunch & Annual Meeting

12:45 P.M. | Debi Durham, Director at Iowa Economic Development Authority and Iowa Finance

2:00 P.M. | Adjourn

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