Chamber E-News

March 3, 2015

 

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Chamber Public Policy Luncheon Featuring Mn/DOT Commissioner Charlie Zelle | Friday, March 6th | 12 - 1:15 pm | Willmar Conference Center
 
Plan to attend the March 6th Public Policy Luncheon to have the opportunity to hear directly from the state's transportation leader - Mn/DOT Commissioner Charlie Zelle and his regional staff.  Read More
New Member to the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
 
Congratulations to our newest member - Commercial Janitorial Services.  (Click on the business name to find out more on our newest members.)
 
February 2015 Non-Renewals
Below is the list of non-renewals that were approved at the February 26, 2015 Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors meeting:
  • Freedom Insurance
  • Richard Arne
  • Paradise Pools & Spas
  • Alan Carlson

This information is published in the E-Newsletter the Tuesday after the Chamber Board meeting when the non-renewals are officially voted on.  The intent of posting the non-renewals is that information is made available to assist members and is only published in the E-Newsletter which is a members only publication.  You can find a current and complete list of Chamber members and view the Membership Directory online at www.willmarareachamber.com.

Chamber Connection
Make a Morning Connection in 60 Minutes at Chamber Connection | NOTE:  NEW LOCATION


This Friday, March 6th, is our next Chamber Connection.  DREAM Technical Academy is hosting this event from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at 1705 16th Street NE (MinnWest Technology Campus).  Join us for coffee and a light breakfast for only a buck and your business card.  Share your business news or information on an upcoming event as you start your Friday with fellow Chamber Members.


 

To view photos from previous Chamber Connections, click here.

 

Chamber ADvantage
Chamber ADvantage Deadline is March 18th for the April Mailing
 
Use this Chamber marketing tool to promote your business, product or service to nearly 1,000 of the area's top decision makers!  For more information, visit the Chamber website at www.willmarareachamber.com or contact Jesse at 320.235.0300 or [email protected].
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neXt Education Session - Stimulating Visionary Leadership | Thursday, March 19th | 3 - 5 pm | The Oaks at Eagle Creek
 
Translate Visions into Action and Realty!  The focus of this workshop is understanding the purpose and power of vision - a desired future - for yourself and your organization.
 
Cost is $25 per person or free with the purchase of the education pass.  Questions or to RSVP, call Diane at 320.235.0300 or email [email protected]Click here to view the flyer.
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Social Media Breakfast Presents - Why Should You be Spending Time on LinkedIn?| March 5th | 8:00 - 9:00 am | Willmar Public Library
 

Join us on Thursday, March 5th for an interactive session discussing the benefits of LinkedIn and why you should be spending time on LinkedIn.  The answer and practical use of LinkedIn may surprise you.


 

To RSVP or read more, click here.

 

Join us in our Quest for 600 Members!
 

Did you know that you can earn a $35 gift card just by referring a new Chamber member?  Contact Jesse at 320.235.0300 or [email protected] with a new Chamber lead and help us reach 600 members, help yourself earn a free gift card and help your fellow members by shopping local!  Once we reach 600 members all new referral recipients will be put into a drawing where one lucky winner will be wined and dined at a place of your choice with up to three of your guests!  (Drawing will be held on October 1, 2015).