May 2022
Chamber Newsletter
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As Leadership Institute Graduation nears,
I am always in awe of our classes and how each class, like each person, has its own personality. This year’s class, one of our largest, has 26 humans who registered
for this year of exploration, renewal, enlightenment, and let’s face it, some fun comes with the package also.
The quote for this year’s banquet is by John Quincy Adams, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, YOU ARE A LEADER.”
I think each of these class members are already leaders. They surely inspire me to do more, learn more... and dream. Most of you have done the same for me.
What do you mean you aren’t a leader? Yes, you are!
You have no idea how you make an impact by what you say or do regularly. Frequently through our Leadership Program we hear how people are impacted by sound bites, tidbits overheard in conversation, and stories shared throughout the year.
This past week one of our service project groups hosted a fundraising event for the Hutchinson Center for the Arts. I watched as people who have not been exposed to the Center engage with their leadership for the first time. There were volunteers for the Center helping our project group take tickets, hand out information and mingle with guests, while 150 (sold out) guests were smiling, laughing and enjoying beverages, food and the arts. This idea follows suit as we celebrate a park getting a refresh, like Northwoods Trail, where people using that park and trail will enjoy more trails, learn more about the wildlife and use it more consistently. The same goes for our groups working with Habitat for Humanity and Equul Access, Creekside Education, and Youth Volunteerism presentations. Impacting lives of others simply by being yourself and using the skill sets you have and learn.
Our Design Team does AMAZING work throughout the year; intentionally vetting speakers, topics, and tours. HOWEVER, each one of us will solidly admit, the magic does not lay in our work efforts. The magic is from the community of Hutchinson AND those in the class.
So, CHEERS to the 33 classes of Hutchinson Leadership Institute.
CHEERS to the collaborative people in our community who make things happen to keep Hutchinson vibrant, kind, beautiful and productive.
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Hutchinson Leadership Institute Graduation |
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The 33rd graduating class of the Hutchinson Leadership Institute (HLI) will present their community projects
at the HLI Banquet on Wednesday, May 18th at the Crow River Winery.
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Congratulations to the
2021–2022 Hutchinson Leadership
Institute Graduates!
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Amanda Carroll - Jody DeMeyer
Kelsey Dolge - Jeff Engen
Heather Finnell - Kirk Hendrickson
Josh Kamrath - Lisa Kasper
Kirk Kosel - John Lamers
Laura Lansink - Danielle Morrow
Lynn Neumann - Michelle Redding
Kathy Sanken - Lindsey Schwecke
John Sommers - Laura Stowman
Tara Strey - Alex Swanson
Meranda Wacek - Adam Wegscheid
Cole Wendolek - Andy Young
Ari Zaske - Clint Zentner
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Hutchinson Leadership 2.0 |
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The 3rd Class of Hutchinson Leadership 2.0 Graduated at the beginning of April. Each person attended eight 4-hour sessions packed with self-awareness, communication tools, and so much more. Congratulations for pouring into yourselves and taking all you’ve learned back to your teams! |
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Congratulations to the
2021–2022 Hutchinson Leadership
2.0 Graduates!
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Heidi Arndt - Ben Beckman
David Broll - Alice Davenport Stoltz
Kristen Durst - Victor Garcia
Candace Hoversten - Susan Karnitz
Kelly Magnuson - Mike Meyer
Tom Osthus - Chris Sperl
Teri VanderSteeg - Cegi Wassman
Colleen Young
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Dairy Day !!!
Friday, June 3
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Library Square Park
Join us for the annual official start
of summer in Hutchinson.
The Agri-Business Committee hosts
Dairy Day honoring our vibrant farming community. Plan to stop down for a $5 lunch and learn more about our local agriculture in Hutchinson and the surrounding communities.
This year’s activities include:
- Cow Milking Contest featuring celebrity milkers:
Mandy Baldry (Citizens Bank & Trust),
Nicole Grobe (MidCountry Bank), and
Megan Karg (SouthPoint Financial Credit Union).
- Meet Princess Kay from the Milky Way, McLeod County Dairy Princesses & Water Carnival Royal Family
- $5.00 Lunch
- Live Music by Josie Sanken
- Kids Activities
Bring your lawn chair and/or a blanket to enjoy music & a meal.
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Business Connection is a morning networking event that takes place at a Chamber Member business on the first Friday of each month.
Chamber members are invited to gather, enjoy coffee and a light breakfast, and share a quick update or information about their business/organization.
**Be sure to bring your business card to be entered into the door prize drawing drawing!
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May Business Connection
will be held on May 6th @ 7:30am
Hosted by
Stockmen's Greenhouse & Garden Center
1150 MN Hwy 7 East
Hutchinson, MN 55350
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June Business Connection will be held at
The Broll Team - Keller Williams Integrity Northwest
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Business After Hours is a great way to learn about businesses in Hutchinson and network with fellow Chamber Members. Get behind the scenes access to our local businesses… see what
they make, do, or provide for our community. This monthly event is open to all Chamber Member business employees or by a Chamber invitation.
Businesses interested in hosting a Business After Hours event,
If you're the only primary representative with your business receiving emails from the Chamber, please invite all your employees to join us!
April Business After Hours
will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022
from 4pm to 6pm
at Maurices
1370 Montreal Street
Hutchinson, MN 55350
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Ambassador Business Visits |
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The Hutchinson
Ambassadors serve as the welcoming and social arm of the Hutchinson Chamber by actively supporting and promoting Hutchinson and its surrounding business community. The Ambassador’s Facebook page is a great place to see photos of all of the visits and other special events hosted by the Ambassadors.
You may have seen our Ambassadors around town – you can recognize them by their blue shirts and friendly smiles. They welcome new business openings; as well as celebrate business renovations and milestones with an Ambassador Business Visit.
April Ambassador Business Visits
- Farm Bureau Financial Services Agent - Ryan Elbert
- Lupine Construction LLC
- Radtke Virtual Services
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Warmest Welcome
to our NEWEST MEMBERS
Thank You to the following members for continuing their Membership as a
April renewal
- AKI Inc.
- American Legion Post 96
- Arvig Media
- Bobbing Bobber Brewing Company
- Crow River Floral & Gifts
- Custom Stay Residence and Suites
- Designs by Jane
- Faith Lutheran Church
- Five Star Financial- John Sanken
- Hutchinson Huskies Baseball Association
- Keller Williams Integrity NW- The Broll Team
- Kids Inc Child Care
- McLeod Emergency Food Shelf
- The Hair Lounge and Spa Services
- The Lamb Shoppe & Wellness Center LLC
- Rainy Water Conditioning Inc.
- SEH of Hutchinson
- Sheldon Nies
- Stockmen's Greenhouse & Garden Center
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Excelsior Homes West, Inc
has been a family owned and operated business in Hutchinson for more than 45 years. Since 1973, Excelsior Homes of Hutchinson has specialized in the sale of both modular and manufactured homes.
Over the years, the company has grown as an expert Minnesota modular and manufactured home dealer, installer, and contractor. The team at Excelsior Homes is friendly and knowledgable. They offer quality homes, expert advice, and a vast array of construction options. There are several modular and manufactured model homes that are available to tour. Because continued customer service is important to the team at Excelsior Homes of Hutchinson, they also offer modular & manufactured home related services and parts.
Excelsior Homes West, Inc. has partnerships with Schult Homes, Stratford Homes, Dynamic Homes, and Highland Manufacturing Homes. With these partnerships, Excelsior Homes is able to offer a large variety of home styles and options. They have the resources and the ability to sell and deliver homes throughout Minnesota. They can also sell and deliver into surrounding states.
Whether you have questions about modular and manufactured homes, or you already know what you are looking for, Excelsior Homes West, Inc. is ready to help. Learn more about all that they have to offer by visiting their website www.excelsiorhomesinc.com
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320-587-4990 | 1355 Highway 7 W, Hutchinson, MN 55350
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Grant applications are due by June 1, 2022
Since 2013, the Chamber has enjoyed granting money to events held in Hutchinson hosted by nonprofits and for-profits. These grants help cover the expense of marketing that covers a radius outside the Hutchinson area for the event. These events help the Chamber bring more people to our beautiful and welcoming community – there really is #MuchInHutch!
Tell your friends, co-workers, committees, and organizations about the Chamber’s Tourism Marketing Grant. We love to help events as they help us and increase the traffic and awesomeness of Hutchinson!
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QR Code- Have your event listed today! |
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Table Tents– Out.
QR Code Stickers– In
How to Utilize This Program...
· Add your event to the Community calendar which will be linked to the QR Code.
* Chamber Members: Login via your portal for easy access & to make updates as necessary.
OPEN TO ALL HUTCHINSON EVENTS:
Specific date(s).
Dates must be consecutive, or a second entry/fee
is required for non consecutive days.
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QR Code Sticker Replacement:
QR Code Stickers have proven to be an effective and beneficial way to get the word about about events in Hutchinson. If your business's QR Code Stickers are starting to show some wear and tear from being well-loved, please let us know that you are in need of replacements.
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Chamber Member Web Portal |
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Did you know that you can now add a link
from your business web page to your
business Instagram page?
Simply sign in to your web portal via the
Member Login on explorehutchinson.com to update your account contact information today.
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Hutchinson Arts & Crafts and Taste of Hutchinson |
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FESTIVAL DATES:
Friday, September 16th – Saturday, September 17th, 2022
Click here to review festival guidelines and/or print a copy of the application. Are you interested or do you know someone that would like to be a vendor for Taste of Hutchinson? Looking for the application? Find it here!
For any questions, please contact the Chamber at
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Wondering how to have your business flyer displayed here? Give Cegi a call at the Chamber for more details!
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