Our Story
Iowa Web Design was founded in 2014 with a simple premise: businesses deserve websites that actually work. Not just look pretty — but drive leads, convert visitors, and grow revenue.
What started as a one-person operation in Des Moines has grown into a full-service agency with designers, developers, strategists, and project managers serving businesses across the country. We have launched over 200 websites for companies in manufacturing, healthcare, legal, retail, education, and government.
We are not a template shop. Every project starts with understanding your business, your customers, and your goals. Then we build something that delivers measurable results.
What Drives Us
Our Values
Quality Over Quantity
We take on fewer projects so we can give each one the attention it deserves. No assembly lines, no cookie-cutter solutions. Every website is built from scratch for the business it serves.
Radical Transparency
You will always know where your project stands, what we are working on, and where your money is going. No hidden fees, no vague timelines, no surprises.
Results First
A beautiful website that does not convert is just expensive art. Everything we build is measured against business outcomes — leads, sales, engagement, growth.
The Team
Who You Will Work With
Jake Mitchell
Founder & Creative Director
15+ years leading digital design for brands that want to stand out.
Lisa Ramirez
Lead Developer
Full-stack WordPress engineer with a passion for clean code and fast sites.
Nathan Chen
SEO Strategist
Data-driven SEO specialist who turns search visibility into measurable revenue.
Amanda Whitfield
Project Manager
Keeps every project on track, on budget, and on point. Your single point of contact.