Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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Leading a Team to Higher Productivity Workshop
It has never been more important to run a lean team. If you aren’t leveraging your talent it’s like throwing money in the trash. So, how do you get the most out of the talent you have, and how do you juggle all the demands of your role and leadership responsibilities? In this interactive workshop, Heather Christensen, PE will share how she has effectively led teams from ambitious organizational roles.
 
Here's what you can expect to learn:
  • Three steps to higher team productivity
  • Five ways to become a more effective leader
First Dollar: Fresh Start Espresso & More
The Chamber Ambassadors were thrilled to present Spicer-native and former Alaskan bush pilot Joe Pientka (owner), Gina Pientka (manager), and Nissa of Fresh Start Espresso & More with their First Dollar of clear profit. Fresh Start Espresso & More is a drive-thru coffee shop in Spicer serving up specialty coffee beverages, smoothies, burritos from McKales Catering, pastries from Cold Spring Bakery, and more.
Reserve Your Chamber Connection Today!
Chamber Connections may be hosted in person or virtually. If in person, all physical distancing guidelines and regulations must be followed. Chamber Connections will be held bi-monthly through June 2021. Please see the tentative schedule linked below for available dates.
 
Why host a Chamber Connection?
  • Educate local businessmen and women about your business
  • Increase exposure of the goods and/or services you offer
  • Make connections with local businessmen and women
  • Show off your facility
Welcome to Willmar Childcare Center!
We are happy to welcome Saied Bulqaas - manager of Willmar Childcare Center as the newest member of the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce! With a license to care for 68 infants through preschool-aged children, the Willmar Childcare Center is a multi-cultural childcare facility located in a nearly 10,000 square foot remodeled building. Call Saied to enroll your child(ren) today!
Looking to Get Involved with the Business Community?
The Ambassador Committee is an essential part of the Chamber's public relations efforts to recruit and retain members. Ambassadors represent the Chamber at various community functions and communicate with the Chamber when knowledge of new business is available. Prospects for the Ambassador Committee are selected on a first come, first serve basis. The Ambassadors strive to have a balanced and diverse group representative of the business community. If interested, contact the Chamber.
Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Workforce Community Conversation
Learn about Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline and how it can help your company meet its workforce needs, especially during these challenging times. Join Pipeline staff in a fast-paced and interactive web-based community conversation to share your unique workforce challenges and successes affecting your business and your community, connect with other business leaders and learn about Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline.

Wednesday, January 27
9:00-10:00am
Webex
Zoom 101 Recording
Missed last week's Zoom 101 workshop but still interested in learning about Zoom? Watch the recording when it is convenient for you by clicking the link below.
Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
 320-235-0300