Impact Downtown Committee
The YPC Impact Downtown Committee is dedicated to developing the Greater Des Moines area into a culturally thriving destination for young professionals to live, work, and play. We recognize that a strong urban core is essential to creating a strong metro region. Our goal is to promote economic development and educate young professionals about opportunities and all things happening downtown. The YPC Impact Downtown Committee will work with each of the other YPC Committees to assist in the coordination of identified downtown activities that support our goals. The Impact Downtown Committee will also work with the Greater Des Moines Partnership's other downtown entities to create a common goal to strengthen and promote downtown.
For more information about the Impact Downtown committee please contact the Impact Downtown Committee Chair, Pete Jones.
YPC Impact Challenge
The YPC Impact Challenge teams YPC members with Board Members from the Downtown Community Alliance. The first challenge was presented by Joe Young, with Nationwide Insurance, that challenged YP's to mentor youths with the Elevate Group at the Children & Families of Iowa. The challenge was rolled out on February 7th to an excited audience of 20 YP's at CC Tafts. The first meeting with the Elevate Group was on March 4th.
For more information about the YPC Impact Challenge please contact Shannon Michelsen.
YPC Impact Downtown Committee’s 2008 Goals
- to be determined by complexity of each challenge.
- Challenge project will increase YP’s exposure to area business leaders
- Challenges will engage YP’s into downtown focused events
- Project will open door to DCA Board for further collaboration
- Work with the DMMC to assist in the promotion and marketing efforts associated with the 80/35 music festival, slated for July 4th weekend
- Determine the appropriate recommendations for YPC and present recommendation to YPC Board
- 80/35 event will be promote DSM to other markets
- YPC involvement will increase member base and increase downtown focus
- Work with other downtown focused groups to maintain a common marketing theme or the Downtown Passport program.
- Place one YPC Impact Committee Member on another downtown focused committee to establish further communications between groups.
- Increase YPC exposure to other downtown focused groups
- Promote downtown to regional base
- Continue to promote downtown businesses and all-things going on downtown
- Have at least 4 events at downtown businesses throughout 2008
- Promote downtown businesses to YPC demographic
- Educate YPC demographic on interesting new things downtown
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do I need to be a YPC Member to come to a committee meeting or event?
A. No, anyone who is interested in YPC or the YPC Impact Downtown Committee is welcome to come to our meetings or events. We would like it if you would consider a membership with YPC and would be happy to answer any questions.
Q. How do I get my business associated with the YPC Impact Downtown Committee?
A. Contact the Committee Chair, Pete Jones
Q. How will I benefit from participating in the YPC Impact committee?
A. Your involvement with the YPC Impact committee will provide a direct channel to city leaders and young professionals motivated by Downtown Des Moines’ vitality. The networking opportunities are endless. Anyone involved with the YPC Impact Downtown committee, and looking to put forth the effort, will benefit from
Q. What should I expect when attending an YPC Impact committee meeting or event?
A. YPC Impact Downtown generally meets once a month, normally during lunch on a Thursday. These meetings are very laid back, while being productive at the same time. The group is always introducing new faces, who are able to find a project that interests them. Nearly every active committee member became involved by just “stopping by” a meeting to check it out. Needless to say they’re still hanging around!
The social/networking events hosted by the YPC Impact committee are always held at a downtown venue. These are focused on any projects the committee is currently working on.