Connie Blodgett has been named 2023 Ambassador of the Year by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce. The long-time West Des Moines resident has been involved with the chamber for 18 years and was chosen based on her participation in events, member retention initiatives and monthly ambassador meetings. “It’s always fun to network and help people meet others to grow personally and professionally,” Blodgett said in a press release. “I’m proud to be part of this vibrant chamber and to work with such an amazing team.” Charity Baird, a deposit development specialist at Bank in West Des Moines, was named runner-up. Baird has been an ambassador since June 2023. Those interested in applying for the Ambassador Program can visit the West Des Moines Chamber website.