Jo Eckert

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About Jo Eckert

Jo Eckert is a community builder and economic development specialist with 25 years of professional experience in the fields of health care, education, city government, administrative affairs and the startup business community. She is a highly organized administrator who's forward thinking views on technology in schools and the incubation of local businesses reflect pathways to opportunity and growth for students and future leaders in Iowa communities. She is a highly effective communicator and correspondent whose responsibilities include representing the city of West Des Moines on a regional and national level during trade shows and business expansion initiatives. Jo works to develop strong mentoring systems that have been shown to improve success rates of small businesses. In addition to forming and utilizing skill development programs, she facilitates networking opportunities for professionals throughout Central Iowa. Her efforts and business acumen are centered on helping to grow local and regional economies in the state by creating jobs and assisting individuals in fulfilling their aspirations of owning their own thriving and robust companies. She is focused on establishing rapport and building positive relationships while helping to position Iowa's youth and businesses for future learning or expansion in the state. Jo stays active and is constantly on the lookout for opportunities to volunteer in local neighborhoods. She is well regarded among her peers as a connector, influencer and resource in the startup and business communities.