Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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New Member Welcome
Earth Angels Hair & Accessories Celebrates First Dollar
Congratulations to Jamya Bonds and Wilhelmina Watson on their First Dollar! Earth Angels Hair & Accessories is located near the food court in Uptown Willmar. Stop in to see all that they have in store or make an appointment with Jamya to update your hair style! Wilhelmina looks forward to participating in the EDC's Elevate program this fall. Also pictured are Ambassadors Amanda Erickson (Lake Region Bank), Connor Hutton (Pioneer Heritage Insurance LLC), Mary Hagen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Doug Kuehnast and Dawn Stahl (United Prairie), and Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology, Inc.).
Rockin' Robbins Kicks Off Today!
Rockin’ Robbins is a free outdoor concert series presented by the Willmar Rotary Club. It takes place Tuesday evenings at Robbins Island Regional Park starting July 12th and running through August 2nd.
The event includes free kids activities, food trucks and vendors, a beer and wine tent, local craft market, and a free shuttle from three convenient park and ride locations. Opening act starts at 5 PM and the headliner starts at 6:30 PM. Bring your own lawn chair. No coolers or outside beverages allowed.
1 Spot Remaining for Leadership Perspectives
Leadership Perspectives program is designed to develop effective community leaders with vision and insight. Session topics include individual and team building; heritage and diversity; government and media; health, human services and volunteerism; law and justice; education; industry and tourism; entrepreneurship and opportunities. Each session focuses on the issues critical to our region's future success. Over the past 30 years, more than 900 people have graduated from the class. Contact course facilitator Shelly Munyon at smunyon@willmarlakesareachamber.com to register. The next class will start in September.
Magnifi After Hours Patio Party
Public Policy Committee Hosts Candidate Forum
The purpose of the Candidate Forums is to help our members become better informed on where candidates stand on the issues important to business. Additionally, the forums are an opportunity for the candidates to hear what’s important to our local businesses. 
Register for the Golf Classic!
Swag Donations Need for Golfer Bags
Contact Jami at jtanner@willmarareachamber.com if you would like to donate promotional items for the Golf Classic swag bags! 144 items must be delivered to the Chamber by Friday, July 22nd. The Aggie Open donations are pictured. It's a great opportunity to promote your business in a creative way! Don't have swag but still want to make a donation on behalf of your business? Consider donating a door prize!
Partners In Ag Innovation Conference
PRIZE DONATION REQUEST: There will be prize giveaways throughout the conference to encourage audience participation and engagement. If your business is interested in donating a prize, please email jtanner@willmarareachamber.com. Prizes will not be needed until early July or even the day, however we would like to know what you are willing to donate ahead of time in order to create a list. Suggested prizes include: your products, gift cards for regional businesses, experiences, and electronics.
Chamber Community Job Board
Are you hiring? Don't forget to login to ChamberMaster to post your openings on the Chamber Job Board! Job postings will be shared weekly in the e-newsletter that reaches over 1,500 people. Please contact the Chamber if you have any questions at chamber@willmarareachamber.com or (320) 235-0300.




New London Water Days
Coming Up This Week
Tuesday, July 12th at 12:00pm - Chamber Fest Meeting at Bill Taunton Stadium
Monday, July 18 at 10:30am - BEN Advisory Meeting at the Chamber
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