Tuesday, November 16, 2021
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Chamber Connection at CDS |
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Bring $1 and your business card to connect with others, enjoy a light breakfast, and learn what's new at Conway, Deuth, and Schmiesing, PLLP (CDS). |
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Welcome to the Chamber, Commissioner Gardner! |
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As a progressive community leader, Commissioner Gardner serves with a focus on inclusion for the city, county, and state. He believes that by working together we can improve the quality of life and support economic development and opportunity for all. |
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Project Turnabout Grand Opening |
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Congratulations to Executive Director/CEO Marti Paulson and the Project Turnabout Board of Directors on the grand opening of their new 16-bed women's residential inpatient care facility, outpatient center, and staff office space. Pictured with them are Chamber Ambassadors Kami Anez (Anez Consulting), Renee Nolting (West Central Industries), Amanda Erickson (Lake Region Bank), Kris Gulbrandsen, Thomas Kleinschnitz (Mahowald), Dave Feist (TPI Hospitality), Chamber President Ken Warner, Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology), Michelle Martozke (Mid-Minnesota Development Commission), Doug Kuehnast (United Prairie Bank), and Dawn Stahl (U.S. Bank). |
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Midwest Mortgage Celebrates 30 Years |
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Congratulations to Jared, Maribeth, and Mike Williamson of Midwest Mortgage on 30 years of membership! Whether you are buying your first home or refinancing your existing home, Midwest Mortgage is available to help with access to a full range of mortgage sources and are dedicated to finding the right loan with the best rates, terms and costs to meet clients’ unique needs.
Pictured with Jared, Maribeth, and Mike are Chamber Diplomats Carla Kahle Miler (Design West Ltd), Matt Itterman (Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing, PLLP - CDS), Jessica L Hanson CHt, LLC (Willmar Hypnosis), Mary Warszynski (Employment Plus), and Dean Bouta (Coordinated Business Systems).
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Employers Invited to Discuss Workforce Needs |
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neXt Financial Planning Educational |
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Thank you to Tom Gilbertson of Anfinson Gilbertson Wealth Management for presenting a very informative neXt educational on financial planning at Heritage Bank. Special thanks goes out to James Miller for hosting (even on his day off!). The neXt Leadership team will be meeting on Wednesday to finalize details for the December neXt event which will take place on Thursday, December 9th at 6:30pm at the Willmar Conference Center. Stay tuned for more details! |
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Minnesota Chamber Named State Chamber of the Year |
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The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce was selected as the 2021 State Chamber of the Year by the national Council of State Chambers of Commerce! The award recognizes the Minnesota Chamber for its innovative initiatives and best practices that advance the state’s economy and provide exceptional services and results for their members. The MN Chamber has provided a collective voice for businesses for more than 110 years. |
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Holidaze is a community celebration in Downtown Willmar the Saturday before the Thanksgiving holiday.
3 PM – Holiday Movie – The Grinch at The Barn Theatre
3 PM – 6 PM Taste of Downtown (Purchase your passport at the Willmar Lakes Area CVB office for $20)
3 PM – 6 PM Holidaze Selfie Station at Lotus on Burlington
4 PM – Free Hot Chocolate from Q102 at Selvig Park (while supplies last)
4 PM – 6 PM Meet Santa at The Goodness Coffee House
4 PM – 6 PM Holidaze “Touch a Truck” on 4th Street
4 PM – 6 PM Family Activities along 4th Street
4 PM – 6 PM Holidaze Bags Tournament outside Spurs
5 PM – 6 PM Turkey Bowling outside the Foxhole Brewhouse
6:30 PM Holidaze Parade
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Wednesday, November 17th at 9:00am - neXt Meeting at MinnWest Campus
Wednesday, November 17th at 12:00pm - Red Carpet Debrief at Green Mill
Thursday, November 18th at 10:00am - First Dollar at Healthy Fusion
Thursday, November 18th at 10:30an - First Dollar at JUST Massage
Friday, November 19th at 7:30am - Chamber Connection at CDS
Friday, November 19th at 7:00an - Workforce Needs Meeting at the Chamber
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Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
www.willmarareachamber.com
chamber@willmarareachamber.com
(320) 235-0300
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