Tuesday, March 16, 2021
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Join Us for a Chamber Connection!
Join us for a Chamber Connection hosted by the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, March 19th at 7:30am in the Willmar Conference Center Atrium. Come ready to mingle with other local business people and learn what's new in the business community. Bring $1 and your business card for networking and a light breakfast. Masks and social distancing are encouraged. 
#WheresThePlan for Reopening Business?
Businesses have suffered enough in the last year. Governor Walz owes it to these businesses to lay out a clear path to reopen the economy so businesses can plan for the future. Until then, employers are left asking the simple question: #WheresThePlan? The Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce continues to push Governor Walz for a transparent plan. Learn what you can do to help the initiative, read testimonials of local business leaders, and see the list of 96 businesses in support of reopening the state!
40 Year Membership Milestone - Duininck Inc.
Congratulations to Jeffrey Duininck and Chris Duininck of Duininck on 40 years of continuous membership! Duininck is a fourth generation, family-owned construction company that was founded in 1926 by three Duininck brothers in Prinsburg, Minnesota. The company started in road construction and has expanded to all types of heavy highway and civil construction along with commercial development, residential development and golf courses. Duininck believes in building strong communities. We are grateful to have Jeffrey Duininck's leadership as a Chamber Board member.
First Dollar - Studio 38
Congratulations to Dustin Jenniges, Steve Peppin, and the team at Studio 38 on their First Dollar of clear profit! Studio 38 offers audio, podcast, video, music, voiceover, and commercial production. Their engineers and video technicians have over 30 year of experience in media! Looking for a unique gift for someone who might be interested in recording their talent? Studio 38 offers gift cards!
Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative
What's Your Personal Brand?
Do you have a personal brand? Could you explain it to someone else? Personal branding is important even in your current role, not just when job hunting. You bring your personal brand with you wherever you go and it effects your success. Join Heather Christensen, PE and Mitra Engan of Engan Associates for an interactive workshop to learn how to build your personal brand successfully and market yourself.

Here’s what you can expect to learn:
  • How to hold yourself accountable for your goals
  • Tips and tricks for a rocking an interview
  • How to answer difficult questions
Willmar Flags of Honor Veteran's Memorial
Learn how you can support the project by making a donation or by purchasing a paver in honor of a friend, family member, or even yourself! Donors will be recognized on the granite stones at the front of the memorial. The goal is to have the project complete by Veteran's Day November 11, 2021.
Wellness Wins: Exercise and Nutrition Recording
Coming Up this Week at Your Chamber
  • Thursday, March 18, 10:00am - Ribbon Cutting - Raymond James
  • Thursday, March 18, 10:30am - First Dollar - Carpets N More
  • Friday, March 19, 7:30am - Chamber Connection - Willmar Conference Center
  • Tuesday, March 23, 11:00am - Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative - Zoom
  • Tuesday, March 23, 12:00pm - 30 Year Membership Milestone - EDC

Interested in learning more about one of the Chamber volunteer committees? Contact the Chamber to "test drive" a committee(s) of interest and sit in on one of the meetings to see if its a good fit for you!
Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
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