[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 58 (Tuesday, April 1, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E277]
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                        RECOGNIZING GREG EDWARDS

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                           HON. ZACHARY NUNN

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 1, 2025

  Mr. NUNN of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I honor Greg Edwards, President and 
CEO of Catch Des Moines, for his outstanding contributions to our 
community. Since joining in 2000, Greg has been a driving force in 
tourism and economic development, bringing his experience from Peoria, 
Illinois, and Overland Park, Kansas. Under his leadership, Catch Des 
Moines has grown into a premier destination marketing organization, 
strengthening the region's reputation and economy.
  Greg has successfully championed major projects transforming Des 
Moines, including the Wells Fargo Arena and the downtown Hilton 
convention hotel. His efforts also helped secure Des Moines as a 
recurring host for NCAA Division I events, including the first and 
second rounds of the Men's Basketball Tournament in 2016 and 2019, with 
another round secured for 2028. Additionally, he played a key role in 
reorganizing the Des Moines Area Sports & Tourism Commission and served 
as chair of Destinations International.
  Beyond tourism, Greg was vital in revitalizing the city post-COVID 
and recently helped break ground on 515 Walnut, a 33-story skyscraper 
set to reshape the downtown skyline. His leadership has left a lasting 
impact on Des Moines, and we thank him for his service. We wish him 
success in his next endeavors and are confident he will continue making 
a difference.

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