Our big Townhall meeting is just two days away!  If you haven’t figured out what our meeting will be about, look no further.

The Townhall meeting is aimed at three types of people and part of the meeting will address each:

1. Those who want to learn more about coworking and Impromptu Studio.
2. Those who interested in finding out what big announcements, including upcoming events, and changes Impromptu Studio has in store for it’s community.
3. Those who are interested in lending a helping hand to make Impromptu Studio better than they found it.

The Townhall is a meeting where you can bring your questions and suggestions about coworking or Impromptu Studio. This is an open invitation to shape the way Des Moines works!

For those that are curious about who you might see at the Townhall…. some of the speakers that will be either talking about coworking, Impromptu Studio, or making an announcement include:

• Brian Anderson of CoLab in Ames
• Member, Andy Brudtkuhl of 48Web
• Scott Kubie of Market Street Media Foundry
• Member, Doug Mitchell of CreateWowMedia
• Nathan T. Wright of Lava Row

We hope to see you there!  During the Townhall meeting we will also be collecting video testimonials in our green screen room.

If you like, RSVP on Upcoming.

View of Downtown from Impromptu Studio

Impromptu Studio is asking those out there that support us and our mission to come out be a part of our Town Hall style meeting and discussion Wednesday, March 25th at 7pm. Initially we are organizing a community driven marketing committee headed up by Holly Eggleston and Andy Drish that will need volunteers to help with their goals and ideas. A main component of this will be a membership drive.  We will also be announcing our next big event and giving you a sneak peek of Impromptu Studio 2.0.

If you are interested in volunteering to help Impromptu Studio continue on its mission then please come out Wednesday March 25th at 7pm to our space and see if there’s anything that you can help us with.

Update:

Agenda and additional details have been posted.

Since opening our doors August 4th, 2008 we have had the pleasure of meeting and working with many people. The video below recaps a few of our favorite moments from the last few months.

In case you’ve missed any of our recent press coverage we’ve been in print and web:

The Business Record

Living Downtown Des Moines

Star 102.5 Blog

We’ve been on the news:

KCCI

KDSM

And on the radio:

IPR

Ignite Des Moines was a huge success and had an amazing turnout.  Filling Impromptu Studio  with talented energetic people is what we have always aimed for. We would like nothing more than to have you all there working with us everyday and seeing you all there gave us a great idea.  We would like to extend an offer to Des Moines: come and cowork with us for the month of November for FREE.

Those who come and cowork will be taking advantage of our Lite Membership.  If you sign up for a Full Membership during November you will get the first month at the Lite Membership ($175) price. Take a look at the plans for more details.

Unlimited coworking. $50 a month. Seriously.

Yup, it’s true. Unlimited coworking at Impromptu Studio for only $50 a month. Check out our plans to see what we have to offer!

Location, location, location.

You’ve got to see the views from this place. Don’t let the “SW” in SW 5th street scare you, we’re right in the heart of downtown. Art 316 are our next-door neighbors and the Science Center and Whiteline Lofts are just across the street. Impromptu is easily accessed via the MLK parkway and is walking distance from great places like Hessen Haus, El Bait Shop, Capital Square (meaning FedEx and USPS), Court Avenue Brewing Company, Principal Park, and many more.

People people.

Impromptu is first and foremost a community. That means we make decisions based on what’s best for our coworkers. Dollars and egos and resumes are at the bottom of the priority pile. Being around great people creates a powerful energy that makes working more productive and more fun

Impromptu Studio will be Des Moines’ Premiere Coworking Office for Shared Workspaces.  Office residents will enjoy all of the comforts of a regular office without the "pain" of living in cubeland.  We take care of the office and it’s amenities. You take care of your business while gaining many potential interoffice connections with business owners just like you.

We see Iowa’s brain drain as a serious problem and are offering up Impromptu Studio as one part of the solution.  Young professionals can grow their own business by tapping into the resources we offer.  Young professionals no longer have big obstacles in joining the social and business community, a reason that many young people leave now.  Social interaction and networking opportunities that have young people are moving out of Iowa can be found within our environment.

Impromptu Studio aims to foster local business connections and interactions.  Our members will also have a diverse pool of services to offer each other. This dual pronged approach of community integration allows our members to become acquainted at multiple levels with individuals and businesses that can help them succeed for the years that follow.
Born out of need, Impromptu Studio will be a permanent home for Redship Technologies who will serve as the workspace’s host.

Impromptu Studio

For start-ups, or stepping it up – work, learn, share and connect with Des Moines’ only true coworking community.

Impromptu Studio is a coworking community in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. We’re located on the 2nd floor at 300 SW 5th Street, just south of MLK near the Science Center and Art 316. We’re generally open Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm and Wednesdays until 10pm. We also host many events, luncheons, workshops, user groups and speakers.

As Iowa’s first home for coworking, we’re proud to have inspired others with the spirit of coworking and led the way in igniting growth in Iowa’s technology scene. From user groups and Startup Weekends to community events like Ignite: Des Moines and the Movement Bash, Impromptu Studio is more than just desks and chairs – it’s a passionate community of individuals who work hard, play hard, and love what they do.

Different spaces and groups define coworking in different ways, but we think the Coworking Wiki says it well: “coworking is cafe-like community/collaboration space for developers, writers and independents”. Imagine that a cool, Silicon Valley-style workspace and your favorite little coffeeshop had a baby – that’s Impromptu Studio. Coworking is so much more than desks and offices. We’re passionate about individuals, their goals, and the community that bringing them together creates.

Thinking start-up? Start smarter. We have people who’ve been there, resources to make it more affordable, and the networking and connections you need to hit the ground running. Already freelancing? Work harder at Impromptu. Professional resources at your fingertips in an environment that appreciates hard work, not just socializing.

Impromptu Studio opened its doors in August of 2008. It was founded by Dan and Abbie Shipton, a husband and wife team. Dan is a father, software developer and CEO of BitMethod. Abbie is a mother and an architect. Dan and Abbie also founded Charlie Shipton, a baby and mascot of Impromptu Studio.