Tuesday, June 15, 2021
This e-newsletter is brought to you by Chairman's Circle member:
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Join Us for a Chamber Connection! |
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Please join us Friday morning at 7:30am at Supreme Lending! Bring $1 and your business card for a chance to connect with others and enjoy a light breakfast. |
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Save Your Spot at the Aggie Open! |
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Willmar Flags of Honor Groundbreaking |
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The Ambassadors celebrated Flag Day at the Willmar Flags of Honor Veteran's Memorial Groundbreaking. Construction (managed by Marcus Construction) is expected to begin after July 4 and is anticipated to be complete for the unveiling on September 11th. Click the link below to learn more about the memorial or to purchase a paver or bench in honor of a friend, family member or yourself.
Pictured is project manager Steve Gardner with Ambassadors Ann Anderson (Edina Realty), Michelle Marotzke (Mid-Minnesota Development Commission), Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Kris Gulbrandsen, Doug Kuehnast (United Prairie Bank), and Mary Hagen (West Central Technology, Inc.).
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State Farm - Teresa Holwerda Celebrates 30 Years |
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Congratulations to Teresa Holwerda and her team at State Farm Insurance on 30 years of membership! Teresa and her team have over 50 years of combined State Farm experience and care about making your life go right. Let them help you with all of your insurance needs.
Pictured are Donna, Nat, Teresa Holwerda, Chamber Diplomats Kim Madsen (K. Madsen Consulting and Woodland Centers), Kathryn Mueller (Christianson, PLLP), Mary Warszynski (Employment Plus and General Mailing), Shelly Bormann (Goodwill Easter-Seals), and Robin.
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Green Lake Nursery Celebrates 10 Years & First Dollar |
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Congratulations to new owners Robbie Danielson and Ted Anderson on their First Dollar and 10 year membership milestone! Ted and Robbie purchased the nursery from Danny Commerford who was also a supportive member of the Chamber. Green Lake Nursery has the largest selection of northern-grown nursery stock in Western Minnesota and broad range of annual and perennial plants to choose from. You can also select from flowering annual baskets, vegetables, seeds, and more. New this year is barge service!
Pictured on top of the barge are Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Jon Schmidt (Data Success), Robbie Danielson, Ted Anderson, Kathryn Mueller (Christianson, PLLP), and Doug Kuehnast (United Prairie Bank). Pictured at ground level are Shelly Bormann (Goodwill - Easter Seals), Mary Hagen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Renee Nolting (West Central Industries), Ann Anderson (Edina Realty), Kris Gulbrandsen, Suzanne Hass (Allstate Insurance), Dan Hubbard (On The Run Promotions), Sam Quam (GlenOaks), and Andrew Knight (Giovanni's Pizza). Not pictured: Danny Commerford, Ela Roth, Catherine Meder, Ricky Scalzo, Earl Nelson, Phil Holland, Terrance Savoy, Scott Boys, Brady Olson, Deb Kleven, Lydia Larson, Amelia Ryan, and Olivia Maertens.
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Tyler joined the Chamber to get more involved in the business community, build connections, and to help with the relaunch of neXt (the Chamber's young professionals program). He is the facilitator for KCEO where he helps inspire young leaders to learn more about local entrepreneurs and businesses in the Willmar Lakes Area. Tyler and his team aim to help rural small businesses succeed on social media by creating awesome content through video, photo, podcast, and social media management. |
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Business After Hours are Back: Register Now! |
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The Business After Hours Board Appreciation is a social event following the Chamber Board Mid-Year Review. Join us for drinks, appetizers, and networking. A brief program is scheduled for 5:15pm to honor the recently retired Chamber Board members. |
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Complimentary SBDC Virtual Marketing Series |
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Join us as Beth Gasser, Vice President and Marketing Consultant of Vivid Image, helps businesses bring much needed clarification to their hiring efforts. She’s ready to help you find your next best candidate to fill your open positions and to help you reach more potential leads with the most successful hiring strategies. |
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Upcoming Chamber Connections |
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June 18 - Supreme Lending
June 25 - Willmar Fests
No Chamber Connection in July
August 6 - Host Needed!
August 13 - Mid-Minnesota Dev. Commission
August 20 - Host Needed!
August 27 - Host Needed!
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Coming Up this Week at Your Chamber |
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Wednesday, June 16, 11:00am - Membership Milestone - Habitat for Humanity
Wednesday, June 16, 11:30am - Membership Milestone - Lake Region Bank
Thursday, June 17, 10:00am - First Dollar and Ribbon Cutting - Danny Anderson Agency
Thursday, June 17, 10:30am - Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting - Supreme Lending
Thursday, June 17, 11:00am - First Dollar - NuVisions
Friday, June 18, 7:30am - Chamber Connection - Supreme Lending
Monday, June 21, 12:00pm - Diplomats Meeting - Chamber EBO Board Room
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!
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Stay Connected with YOUR Chamber!
(320) 235-0300
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