FuseDSM Chamber Ambassadors
These dynamic members are the heartbeat of our Chamber
Our Firestarters welcome and encourage involvement from new and current members, always encouraging, supporting, and uplifting fellow members. They’re here to help you ignite your chamber experience and make the most out of your membership!
Whether they’re welcoming new faces at Chamber events, celebrating milestones at ribbon cuttings, or exchanging ideas during monthly meetings, our Firestarters are dedicated to keeping the spirit of connection and collaboration burning bright.
Get to know them and see how they can help fuel your success!


- Firestarter Ambassador Roster -
“I was sitting back waiting for the leads to come to me but I was told by a very smart business woman, "you get out of the chamber what you put into the chamber." So I decided I was all in, I joined the Firestarter's and I have meet so many new people and made several connections.”
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“Being a firestarter helps me learn about our amazing community and network with people all over the metro.”
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Katie Bennett
“As a Firestarter I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to work with people from many different businesses, attending ribbon cuttings, open houses and grand openings – all to celebrate local businesses. It’s a treat to be part of a group working “Chamber Magic” to help our community.”
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Terry Ebke
“Being a part of the Firestarters has been a great way for me to meet people, learn about businesses, and engage with the community.”
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Laura Gibson
“I joined the Firestarters to welcome companies to Fuse DSM. As a business owner, I know how important it is to spend our marketing dollars wisely. Being a Firestarter allows me to meet new members and help them learn how to get a return on their investment in Fuse DSM”
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Loraine Hardin
“I genuinely enjoy being a Chamber Firestarter because it lets me help others by introducing them to people they should know. It feels great to know I can make a difference by simply connecting the right dots!”
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“I feel the Chamber is very valuable. FUSE DSM provides opportunities to meet new members and build ongoing relationships.”
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Kris Howard
KSH Design Studio LLC
"What I enjoy most about the chamber is having the opportunity to connect with other members/local businesses."
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Emily Jaeger
Lamar Advertising
“I moved from Minnesota to Iowa in June of ‘22 and joining FuseDSM and the Firestarters has given me the opportunity to get plugged into this awesome community, network with amazing people, and attend fun events throughout the year.”
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Christopher Larson
Edward Jones – Christopher M Larson
“FuseDSM has been a great way for me to connect with the other chamber members and get involved with some great things that are happening in our community!”
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Krista Lindholm
Paychex HR
“I am a Firestarter because I love making new connections with Fuse and growing our chamber community.”
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Mike Olson
" I like the wide variety of local businesses to building relationships with. Events are always fun and engaging."
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Ryan Mortier
“I became a Firestarter because at HomeTown PT we strive to serve our communities with more than just great care 1-on-1 care. Being a Firestarter allows me to meet new and current members and help the FuseDSM community grow Stronger, Faster, Farther.”
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Daniel Sherman
“I moved back to Iowa after living in several different states for over a decade. Getting involved as a FuseDSM Firestarter was a fun way to re-engage in the community and forge new relationships and connections here. Firestarters are passionate about the community, plus...it's FUN!”
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Rachel Summers
As community director, my job is to help keep the building clean and to help make a difference in the city of Des Moines. I want to go headfirst into being a member of the chamber and get everything I can out of the experience. To build relationships, see new places, and to hopefully inspire people.
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Rob Cramer
I joined Fuse DSM as a Fire Starter to get more involved in the Local Community and be a part of something larger. Fuse DSM to me is more than a local chamber- it’s a place for business/ people to go and get resources, build connections, and grow!
Sierra McGinnis
“I wanted to be an active and engaged member. With the growth of this city, being a Firestarter gives me an opportunity to meet the people and businesses behind the development of Des Moines and share with them the sense of community that comes from being involved with FuseDSM.”