Tuesday, January 4, 2022
This e-newsletter is brought to you by Chairman's Circle member:
Thank You for Your Support!
Your business should have received a 2022 membership window cling in the mail. Please display it with pride. A membership with the Chamber is an investment in the community and is a commitment to goodwill, education, and development. Being a member says a lot about your business and connects you with community leaders and businesses that care about making the Willmar Lakes Area a better place to live, work, play, and do business. Thank you for your ongoing support and membership!

*If your business would like additional clings or did not receive one, please contact the Chamber.
2022 Incoming Board Members
Thank you to our new Board members for their commitment to Chamber leadership for the next three years. We look forward to working with you!
Welcome New Chamber Member!
African Development Center Celebrates 10 Years
Congratulations to Abdirahin Hussen - Central Minnesota Regional Manager of the African Development Center (ADC) on 10 years of membership! The ADC is a social-profit, community developer, and commercial lender working with the African community across the state of Minnesota. The ADC provides training, lending, and technical assistance to guide African immigrants and refugees along the path to economic prosperity. Pictured with Abdi are Chamber Diplomat Kathryn Mueller (Christianson, PLLP), Chamber President Ken Warner, and Diplomat Jessica L. Hanson (Willmar Hypnosis).
Last Chance to Register!
The WLACC's Agri-Business Committee member Chad Willis is currently serving as the U.S. Grains Chairman. Please join the WLACC Agri-Business Committee and the EDC Agriculture and Renewable Energy Development Committee for this unique opportunity to hear from the U.S. Grains CEO and President and to network with local leaders in agriculture. There will be time for Q&A, so bring your questions!
neXt Networking Event
Chamber Connections Resume February 4th
Please contact Jami if you are interested in any of these Chamber Connection opportunities:

Chamber Connection Reminders
Receive a reminder email the afternoon before every Chamber Connection.

Prepay for 2022 Chamber Connections
If you don't want to have to remember to bring $1 every week, prepaying might be the way to go! The cost is $35 to participate in all 37 Chamber Connections.

Host a Chamber Connection
  • Educate local leaders about your business
  • Increase exposure of the goods and/or services you offer
  • Promote an upcoming event or milestone
  • Make connections with local business people and community leaders
  • Show off your facility
Workforce Summit
Coming Up This Week
Thursday, January 6th at 10:00am - First Dollar at Erbert and Gerbert's Sandwich Shop
Friday, January 7th - Leadership Perspectives Government and Media Class
Friday, January 7th at 12:00pm - Public Policy Meeting at Heritage Bank
Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
www.willmarareachamber.com
chamber@willmarareachamber.com
 (320) 235-0300