Agenda at a Glance

We're excited to welcome you to West Des Moines for two days packed with meaningful dialogue, shared insights and stronger connections.

Wednedsay, June 10
  • Arrivals
    A member of Homesteaders' team will be waiting at baggage claim to transport you from the airport to the Hotel Des Lux.
    For assistance with any delays or concerns enroute, please contact Homesteaders' Meeting and Events Manager Autumn Davis at 515-979-7444.
  • Networking Dinner
    5:00 PM | Centro
    We will meet in the lobby of the Hotel Des Lux at 4:45 to make the short walk to the restaurant.
Thursday, June 11
  • Breakfast
    7:00 AM - 7:45 AM | Hotel Des Lux
    Join other Champions Club members and Homesteaders' leadership in the Breakfast Room before departing the hotel.
  • Depart for the Homesteaders Office
    7:45 AM
    Members of the Homesteaders team will be in the lobby of the Hotel Des Lux to direct you to the shuttle.
  • Welcome & Opening Remarks
    8:15 AM - 8:45 AM
    Steve Shaffer, Homesteaders President, CEO & Board Chair
  • Workshops & Roundtable Discussions
    8:45 AM - 12:00 PM
    You will receive a detailed agenda when you arrive at our office on Thursday morning.
  • Lunch
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Cyd's Catering will provide a lunch of assorted seasonal salads, fruits, sides and desserts.
  • Breakout Groups
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Champions Club members will break into three groups for office tours, head shot photos and short video interviews.
  • Workshops
    2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    You will receive a detailed agenda when you arrive at our office on Thursday morning.
  • Closing Reflections & Next Steps
    4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Courtney Gould Miller, Chief Growth Officer, Will Bischoff, SVP-Strategic Markets & Scott Morris, VP-Business Development
  • Depart for the Hotel Des Lux
    4:45 PM
    We will transport you back to the Hotel Des Lux for a short break before dinner.
  • Cocktail Hour & Dinner
    5:45 PM | Des Moines Embassy Club
    Members of the Homesteaders team will meet you in the lobby of the Hotel Des Lux at 5:30 to depart for the Embassy Club.
Friday, June 12
  • Breakfast
    7:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Hotel Des Lux
    Join other Champions Club members and Homesteaders' leadership in the Breakfast Room before departing the hotel.
  • First Shuttle Departs
    8:30 AM
    Meet in the lobby of the Hotel Des Lux at 8:15 to depart with the first shuttle. Luggage service will be provided.
  • Second Shuttle Departs
    9:30 AM
    Meet in the lobby of the Hotel Des Lux at 9:15 to depart with the second shuttle. Luggage service will be provided.
  • Principal Charity Golf Classic
    9:50 AM - Close of Play
    Opening ceremonies begin at the first tee at 9:50. Tee off at the first and tenth holes start at 10:10.
  • Lunch
    11:30 AM
    Lunch will be served in Homesteaders' hospitality tent at 11:30 and will be available through end of play.
  • Departures
    Members of the Homesteaders team will provide transportation from the golf course to the airport as needed.
    We will have shuttle service back to the Hotel Des Lux for those who are staying in Des Moines through Saturday.

Questions? Contact our events team.