Tuesday, July 29, 2025

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Connections Resume Friday

Join the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber for networking, prize drawings, and all the latest news and announcements from the local business community. The event will take place on Friday, August 1st at Hope Pregnancy Center (1520 Mavis Lane, Willmar). Don't forget to bring your business card for a chance at door prizes. $1 will be collected from each attendee to benefit our Nonprofit of the Month: Hope Pregnancy Center.

Thank You for Rockin' the Dock with Us!

Thank you to everyone who joined us lakeside at Zorbaz for an evening filled with live music, dancing, and community fun. The weather was perfect, the energy was electric, and the community spirit was off the charts. A special shoutout to our “arrrguably” best-dressed pirates, Credem Johnson and Kathryn Thein, who stole the spotlight in style. We also drew the lucky winners of the Lakes Area Raffle: $5,000 Grand Prize Winner – Linda Phillips; $500 Winners – Jessica Quam, Nicole Pulsifer, and Tammy Chelmo; $125 Visa Gift Card Winners, compliments of TerWisscha Construction, Inc. – Kathy Broman, Andy Boersma, and Kim Nelson; and Walt’s Car Wash Passes – Connie VanDerBill Medin. Thank you to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket, dressed the part, and helped us Rock the Dock in true Chamber style.

Call for Chamber Board Nominations

The Willmar Lakes Area Chamber is accepting nominations for its Board of Directors. Any member in good standing is eligible to be nominated or to self-nominate for a three-year term. A Nominating Committee will review submissions. Nominations may be sent to Chamber President/CEO James Miller at jmiller@willmarareachamber.com.

United Way Celebrates New Office

Congratulations to the United Way of West Central Minnesota on their new office in Apple Tree Square! The United Way is a driving force behind so many impactful initiatives in our region. Their work uplifts individuals and families and creates lasting change.

Championing Business - One Swing at a Time

Join 144 golfers and more than 30 sponsors for the Chamber Golf Classic presented by JD Kreps Financial Group. With only 35 golfer spots remaining, now is the time to secure your place in this highly anticipated annual event. The Golf Classic offers an outstanding opportunity to connect with fellow business and community leaders, gain visibility for your organization, and demonstrate your support for the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to foster a strong and vibrant local economy. Stay after for awards, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy socializing outdoors by the Eagles Nest sponsored by West Central Technology.

Free Dale Carnegie Training

Participant Takeaways:

Mastery of the first 9 Human Relations Principles to build stronger teams
Techniques for reducing stress while increasing focus and effectiveness
Tools to stay composed, collaborative, and confident under pressure
Communication strategies to reduce friction and increase alignment
Personal resilience habits to sustain motivation and energy
Renewed ability to thrive without burning out in a do more with less environment

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Chamber Chat

Thursday mornings on Open Mic, Chamber President James Miller hosts Chamber Chat. Last week, James talked about current event and gave a Chamber update.

Chamber Job Board

Hiring? Make sure to log in to ChamberMaster to post your positions on the Chamber Job Board. Job postings are shared in the weekly e-newsletter that reaches over 1,500 people as well as on the Chamber website, and occasionally on social media. This is a complimentary service offered exclusively to Chamber members.

Cash Wise - Meat Clerk, Deli Clerk

Citizen's Alliance Bank - Loan Officer, Loan Admin Clerk, Operations Lead, Teller/Personal Banker, Risk Manager, Insurance Customer Service Representative, Loan Servicing Specialist, VP/Ag Commercial Loan Officer