Live In Des Moines » business http://liveindesmoines.com Des Moines Area Real Estate & More, Amber Salmon & Mike Inman, Prudential First Realty Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:22:21 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Get Organized Des Moines! http://liveindesmoines.com/2011/01/get-organized-des-moines/ http://liveindesmoines.com/2011/01/get-organized-des-moines/#comments Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:55:17 +0000 Amber http://liveindesmoines.com/?p=1406 Continue reading →]]> I see homes ALL. THE. TIME. that need a little help in the organization department.  If you are getting ready to sell (or not) and need a little help getting organized…look no further.  There is a new organizing business in town, Forever Organized!

Lindsay Carrow, from West Des Moines, will get you on your feet and organized in no time!

Good luck!

]]> http://liveindesmoines.com/2011/01/get-organized-des-moines/feed/ 0 Local Business Feature: KangarooBoo http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/02/local-business-feature-kangaroo-boo/ http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/02/local-business-feature-kangaroo-boo/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:00:21 +0000 Amber http://liveindesmoines.com/?p=258 Continue reading →]]> kangarooboo_logo

If you are looking for the perfect modern toy for your baby, look no further than West Des Moines.  Local mom, Jennic Law, owns an amazing online store called KangarooBoo.  Her office and warehouse are located right here in West Des Moines.

Check out what Jennic had to say about her booming web business:

What’s the name of your business?

KangarooBoo

How long have you been in business?

1.5 years

Describe your business…

We offer a wide selection of European toys, Wooden, Eco-friendly, Natural toys and products. NO batteries required.

What makes your business unique?

Aside from our unique selections that’s hard to find elsewhere, I am a cancer survivor and was born in a developing country (with only one toy in my entire childhood), due to these experiences, we are committed to making a difference. We do this by donating a portion of each purchase to children-related charities of the customer’s choosing.

Who is your typical client/customer?

Modern Moms/Dads & gift givers who are environmentally conscious and want safer, alternative, unique, classic toys and products for the precious little people in their life.

Is there anything else we need to know about your business?

We moved specifically to Iowa to start our business. Even though we’re online, we’re right here in West Des Moines! Shopping local enables local economy to flourish. We look forward to hearing from you.

Where can we find you?

Shop 24/7 on www.KangarooBoo.com Locals are welcome to pickup their orders in our Valley Junction Store 415 5th Street, West Des Moines 50265. 515-974-6969

Want a sneak preview of what KangarooBoo has to offer? Take a look:


tea-set1 organic-gnome1 haba2
]]> http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/02/local-business-feature-kangaroo-boo/feed/ 1 Appreciating Local Des Moines http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/01/appreciating-local-des-moines/ http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/01/appreciating-local-des-moines/#comments Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:31:17 +0000 Amber http://liveindesmoines.com/?p=155 Continue reading →]]> shoplocal

Recently I’ve gained a HUGE appreciation for those who are staring new businesses. Especially today.  New or not, there is so much work involved.  Building contacts, networking, marketing, etc.  I know there are many who have worked endless nights to make their passions and dreams a reality.  There are so many fascinating places in Des Moines that I have yet to take advantage of…but I’m still learning.  

 

Are you learning?

Liveindesmoines.com will start highlighting local businesses in Des Moines and surounding areas in hopes that you might come across something new.  If you are a local business owner and have something to share, please leave a comment.  We’d love to hear who’s out there and what you have to offer!

 

Why Shop Local? 

Here are just a few reasons, but there are SO many more:

1) It’s fun

2) Keep your dollars in Des Moines

3) Support Des Moines’ economy

4) Support the community

5) Keeps decision making local

 

Stay Tuned

Check back for exciting info on local businesses in your neighborhood!

 

Photo credit: BackyardBirderWA

]]> http://liveindesmoines.com/2009/01/appreciating-local-des-moines/feed/ 1