March 24-25, 2026
The Heritage Center
Des Moines, Iowa
Training Agenda
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
List of Services
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11:00 - 12:00 p.m. - Lunch on Your Own
Please Note: Lunch will NOT be provided for Day #1 of training. Please eat prior to coming. Snacks will be available.
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12:00 - 12:30 p.m. - Registration OpensList Item 1
Registeration opens at The Heritage Center - East Village Des Moines
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12:30 - 12:45 p.m. - Welcome & AnnouncementsList Item 2
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12:45 - 1:45 p.m. - Speaker PresentationList Item 3
Keynote Speaker: Coming Soon!
Description: N/A
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1:45 - 2:00 p.m. - Break
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2:00-3:00 p.m. - Speaker Continued
Keynote Speaker: Coming Soon!
Description: N/A
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3:00- 3:30 p.m. - Roundtable
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3:30 - 4:45 p.m. - Break
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3:45 - 4:30 p.m. - Legislative Priorities & TrainingList Item 4
The PDI Legislative Committee advocates for policies that strengthen Iowa’s economic future.
Key priorities include enhancing financial tools for economic growth, supporting workforce housing, and investing in infrastructure, including roads and water systems. PDI champions sustainable workforce retention and attraction solutions, focusing on job training programs and attracting diverse talent. Additionally, PDI supports initiatives that improve quality of life through housing, childcare, and quality-of-place investments. These efforts aim to build a competitive environment for Iowa's communities and businesses.
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4:30 p.m. - Adjourn Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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5:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Legislative Reception
The AC Hotel - Downtown Des Moines
All PDI members are invited to join us for our Spring 2026 Legislative Reception! This event is free to attend, and we encourage you to join us for an evening beverages, networking with your legislators and more! The reception will be held at the AC Hotel, Downtown Des Moines in the East Village.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
List of Services
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8:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast & NetworkingList Item 1
Registeration opens at The Heritage Center for Day 2. Breakfast and Coffee will be available during this time.
Please Note: The roundtable session will not start until 9:15 a.m.
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9:15 - 10:15 a.m. - Speaker Presentation #2List Item 2
Keynote Speaker: Coming Soon!
Description: N/A
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10:15 - 11:00 a.m. - Roundtable
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11:30 a.m. - Training Adjourns & Visits to the CapitolList Item 3
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12:30 p.m. - Iowa State Capitol Tour (Optional)
Tours start from the tour desk on the ground floor. Please check in at the desk when you arrive and bring a copy of your confirmation.
The west circle drive in front of the Capitol can be used for vehicle loading and unloading. Bus drivers may park along Finkbine on the west side of the Capitol. For cars and vans, please use the parking structure at the corner of Grand Avenue and Pennsylvania.
All visitors to the Capitol must enter through the security checkpoints on the ground floor. Continue to the center rotunda on the ground floor and the tour desk is located in the northwest corner.
