Nicole Cook

Greater Des Moines Partnership operates as the economic and community development organization serving Greater Des Moines (DSM), united to drive economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. The company is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

The Technology Association of Iowa is an organization that empowers over 350 technology companies and organizations across Iowa. The non-profit company is based in Des Moines, IA. The company's focus is on driving growth and innovation to lead Iowa forward.

Dwolla, Inc. operates an online and mobile payments network. Its users can use the technology to send, request and accept money from anyone else, and transactions can be conducted through email, mobile devices and social media. The firm's products include bank transfer, ACH transfer API, dashboard and administration and instant account verification. The company was founded by Ben Milne and Shane Neuerburg on December 1, 2010 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

PolicyWorks LLC engages in the provision of credit union compliance solutions. Its services include audit and review, federal compliance support, compliance management, cybersecurity, and league compliance. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA.

Manchesterstory Group LLC (ManchesterStory Group) is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Matthew P. Kinley. The firm is headquartered in West Des Moines, Lowa.

Iowa Agritech Accelerator operates as a mentor-led program that enables startups to collaborate with leaders in the agriculture industry.

Speeko, Inc. develops an app that helps users improve their public speaking skills. The American company was founded by Nico Aguilar, Will Field-Thompson, and Anthony Pham, with Nico Aguilar serving as the CEO since incorporation.

Plains Angels LLC (Plains Angels) is an angel firm founded in 2012 by Mike Colwell and Tej Dhawan. The firm is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.