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Dear founders and leaders,
If you're tired of making decisions in a vacuum...
If you're looking for a room where people actually get it...
If you're ready to work on the business, not just in it…
The Des Moines Founders Mastermind was built for you.
I’m Dave, and after years of working behind the scenes with entrepreneurs across the country, I realized something:
So many smart, capable leaders are solving hard problems alone.
And that’s a problem.
So my company launched the Des Moines Founders Mastermind — a monthly gathering of local business owners, builders, and leaders who are ready to think bigger and move faster, together.
We don’t meet to share fluff or theory.
We meet to solve real challenges in real time — just like we did recently for Weston at Payteva.
Weston came to the group with a question:
"How do I build brand identity, attract sales reps, and gain client visibility in a crowded space?"
Seventeen ideas later — including a plan for a demo-day ribbon cutting, clarity around his sales roles, and messaging that sticks — he walked out with momentum and direction.
And he’s not alone.
In every Mastermind meeting, we tackle problems like:
How to hire the right people for the next stage of growth
How to build a brand that customers and team members are proud of
How to navigate leadership fatigue, sales plateaus, and scaling pains
How to prioritize the work that moves the needle
This is the place where strategy sharpens, confidence builds, and leaders grow.
If that’s what you’ve been craving, then I want to personally invite you to join the Des Moines Founders Mastermind.
It’s not a course. It’s not a networking group. It’s a room full of people who are building and solving at a high level. And we want you to win, too.
We value honesty, accountability, and action over everything else.
Spots are limited, and we’re enrolling now.
👉 Join us by registering here.
See you in the room,
Dave
Here’s what comes with membership.
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Monthly Gatherings
Each month, members will receive gathering details. We’ll try to switch it up - different times, places, weeks, just so everyone can attend. We’ll send out post-session notes in case you couldn’t join us in person.
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Resources
Access a host of resources and learnings from certified coaching professionals at Mindset Innovations Consulting.
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A Professional Network
Join our private LinkedIn Group and maintain a close relationship with other members of the Des Moines Founders Mastermind. Leverage each others talents, capabilities, and connections.
Join the Mastermind
Choose your membership plan
As an annual member, you get exclusive access to monthly in-person mastermind sessions and are guaranteed to have your problem featured during a session.
Month-to-month membership in the Des Moines Founders Mastermind. Attend events and access member resources as long as your subscription payment is current.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Des Moines-based business owners, entrepreneurs, executives and founders who are actively building or scaling a business. We welcome growth-minded leaders from all industries who want to think bigger and connect with peers.
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The Mastermind isn’t about passing around business cards or surface-level chat. It’s a structured, high-value environment focused on real-time problem solving, accountability, and strategy.
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Each session includes a structured deep-dive into a real business challenge, where the group collaborates to generate solutions. We also check in on wins, progress, and goals.
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We offer a month-to-month subscription option so you can try it out for a month without committing to the full year.
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You’ll gain clarity on your biggest business challenges, walk away with new strategies, build accountability into your growth, and connect with leaders who challenge and support you.
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Anything you’re stuck on: hiring, scaling, pricing, time management, marketing, burnout, team dynamics, sales growth—you name it. Just keep it related to your business and it’ll be perfect!
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The core commitment is one three-hour session per month. Members also spend time between sessions implementing actions and staying engaged in our private LinkedIn community.
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Show up. Be honest. Be generous. You’ll get the most out of the mastermind by being willing to share, ask for help, and act on what you learn.
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Yes. We operate with a high level of trust and expect all members to treat the room as a safe, confidential space.
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We understand life happens, but consistent participation is key to getting results and contributing to the group.
We’ll share notes and recaps following each session.
