Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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Chamber Connection on Friday
Join us for a virtual Chamber Connection hosted by Carris Health Foundation on Friday, October 15th at 7:30am to learn all about their upcoming gala!

Meeting ID: 846 8775 2139
Passcode: 882260
Red Carpet Tickets
What’s better than two dueling pianos? Two dueling guitars delivering a fast-paced, audience-interactive experience with a non-stop stream of great sing-along songs and big comedy! Having rocked a thousand stages and strummed a million strings, Glen Everhart and Pat Balder have joined forces to create a one-of-a-kind show and openly confess to having an addiction to guitars - and great songs. Please prepare to laugh, sing, and rock and roll! The Red Carpet is the Chamber's annual fundraising event.
Dave Baker Named Retail Advocate of the Year
Congratulations Representative Dave Baker! Thank you for your leadership and advocacy. Pictured are Bruce Nustad - President of MN Retailers Association, Ken Warner - President of Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, Representative Dave Baker, Liz Rammer and Ben Wogsland of Hospitality Minnesota, and Hillary Feder of Hillary's.
Energy Concepts Celebrates 30 Years
Congratulations to Warren and Pat Erickson of Energy Concepts on 30 years of membership! Energy Concepts is a developer, contractor, and builder known for a broad range of services, depth of resources, professionalism, and quality work. As Warren and Pat look forward to spending more time with their growing family and traveling, they have transitioned their employees to sub-contractors to ensure the same quality workmanship that the community has come to expect. Warren and Pat are pictured with Chamber President Ken Warner and Diplomats: Jessica L Hanson CHt, LLC (Willmar Hypnosis), Suzanne Hass (Allstate Insurance), Dean Bouta (Coordinated Business Systems), and Jon Schmidt (DATASuccess, Inc).
Member Referral Bonus
Thank you to Michelle Marotzke of Mid-Minnesota Development Commission for helping MAC Precision Concrete see the value in a Chamber membership! Michelle received a $25 gift card to Ruff's.

Referral bonuses are available to all members. If you refer another business to the Chamber and they join, you will receive a $25 gift card of your choice to a Chamber business. If you assist in the meeting and sign up process you will receive a $50 gift card. Please contact Jami if you would like us to sit down with you and another prospect.
First Dollar - Lotus on Burlington
Congratulations to Dr. Trish Perry - owner of Lotus on Burlington on her First Dollar! Located in historic downtown Willmar, Lotus on Burlington is a women's boutique specializing in quality and fashion forward clothing and accessories. Stop by and check it out! Pictured with Dr. Perry are Chamber Ambassadors Julie Morris (Kensington Insurance Agency), Ann Anderson (Edina Realty), Doug Kuehnast (United Prairie Bank), Dawn Stahl (U.S. Bank), Mary Hagen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Dave Feist (TPI Hospitality), and Amanda Erickson (Lake Region Bank).
2021 Central Minnesota Tour of Manufacturing
Governor Walz recently proclaimed October as Minnesota Manufacturing Month. Check out the virtual magazine which includes a list of in-person and virtual manufacturing tours in the Willmar Lakes Area! These tours are targeted at high school students but are open for all to attend.

West Central Steel - Virtual Tour
Nova-Tech Engineering - Hosting tours on October 28 at 9am, 11am, and 3pm
Coming Up This Week
Wednesday, Oct 13 at 11:00am - Membership Milestone at Woodland Centers
Thursday, Oct 14 at 4:30pm - neXt Educational at MinnWest Campus Auditorium
Friday, Oct 15 at 8:00am - Leadership Perspectives at Heritage Bank Community Room
Monday, Oct 18 at 10:00am - BEN Advisory Board at the Chamber
Monday, Oct 18 at 12:00pm - Diplomats Committee Meeting at the Chamber
Tuesday, Oct 19 at 7:00am - Executive Committee Meeting at the Chamber
Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
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chamber@willmarareachamber.com
 (320) 235-0300