News from Your Chamber

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

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Join Us for Chamber Connection

Join us Friday 7:30-8:30am in the Heritage Bank Community Room for networking and all the latest news and announcements from the local business community. Don't forget to bring $1 and your business card for a chance at door prizes! Following circle time, everyone is welcome to tour the new Reading Therapy Center located across the hall.

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LoveBoss Diva Nails Celebrates First Dollar

Congratulations to custom nail artist Stacy Guerrero of LoveBoss DivaNails on her First Dollar! LoveBoss DivaNails is located at 115 Litchfield Ave in Willmar. Stop in to check out the impressive gallery wall of creative, customized nail art! LoveBoss DivaNails along with Rooted Ink recently celebrated their grand opening with food, mocktails from Intuition Brewing, live music, permanent jewelry, massages, and more. Celebrating with Stacy are Ambassadors Michelle Marotzke (Kandiyohi County Economic Development), Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology, Inc.), Dawn Lippert (Mainstream Boutique), Julie Anderson (Kensington Insurance Agency / Nesbit Agencies), Renee Nolting (West Central Industries), Kami Anez (Anez Consulting), Dave Feist (TPI Hospitality), and Chamber President James Miller.

LoveBoss DivaNails

CentraCare Employer Summit

Join us at the CentraCare Employer Summit 2024 in Willmar on Thursday, Sept. 26. This event is tailored for employers across the Southwest region including Willmar, Paynesville, Benson, Litchfield and Redwood Falls territories. This half-day event is designed exclusively to give regional employers the tools you need to create a resiliency-focused culture of mental well-being in your workplace. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with CentraCare leadership to explore emerging employee health challenges.

Event Highlights

• Tailored Mental Health Training: Gain valuable insights through a short, focused training session on building an inclusive mental health workforce. Learn practical strategies to support your employees' well-being and create a healthier work environment.

• Interactive Round Table Discussions: Have your voice heard by the presidents of CentraCare's Southwest region. Share your insights, concerns, and ideas on emerging trends and health care needs that are impacting your workforce. This is your chance to influence the direction of workplace health initiatives and ensure your voice is heard.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow employers and industry professionals who share your commitment to fostering a healthy, thriving workforce.

Connect with CentraCare leaders:

Melissa McGinty-Thompson, President, CentraCare - Benson
Craig Henneman, President, CentraCare - Paynesville
Carnie Allex, President, CentraCare - Redwood
Michael Schramm, President, CentraCare - Willmar
Mary Ellen Wells, CEO, Meeker Memorial Hospital & Clinics

Ridgewater Community Update and Forum

Congresswoman Fischbach Visits with Local Leaders

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach met with a small group of local business leaders on September 4th for an informal discussion to share current perspectives on business and economic policy issues.

Calling Young Leaders!

Mark your calendar to join us for our annual kick-off - Olympics style! Bring a friend or come on your own to try your hand at modified javelin, archery, mental gymnastics, and discus. No Olympic skills or RSVP necessary. This is event is free and open to the public.

Willmar Lakes Area Businesses Prepare for Paid Leave

More than 150 local business representatives gathered at the Willmar Conference on September 5th for an info session with Minnesota Paid Leave Director Greg Norfleet and division staff. Attendees were able to ask questions, gain important information, and provide feedback to DEED leadership on the Paid Leave program that will go into effect on January 1, 2026.

Paid Leave

33rd Annual Leadership Perspective Kick-Off

This year's Leadership Perspectives class will surpass over 1,100 graduates. Leadership Perspectives is designed to develop effective community leaders with vision and insight. Session topics include: individual and team building; heritage and diversity; government and media; health, human services, and volunteerism; law and justice; education; industry, and tourism; entrepreneurship and opportunities. Each session focuses on the issues critical to our region's future success.

Chamber Community Job Board

Hiring? Don't forget to login to ChamberMaster to post your openings on the Chamber Job Board! Job postings will be shared weekly in the e-newsletter that reaches 1,500 people as well as on the Chamber website. Please contact the Chamber if you have any questions.