Tuesday, May 21, 2024

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In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no Chamber Connection on May 24th and the Chamber will be closed on May 27th. Thank you to our veterans for serving our country and protecting our freedom!

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10 Year Membership Milestone for TerWisscha Construction

Congratulations and thank you to Kelly TerWisscha and Brian Heinen of TerWisscha Construction Inc. on 10 years of membership with the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber! Founded in 1963, TerWisscha Construction began as a local residential construction company, that today focuses on Veterinary, Pet Hospitality, Dental, Death Care consulting, custom design, and construction services.

Pictured representing the Chamber Diplomats and the Chamber Board of Directors; Jaime Martinez, (CentraCare), Dustin Kotrba (Christianson PLLP), Caroline Chan, (Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services), Andrew Kveene, (Edward Jones), Shelly Bormann, (Goodwill), Tracy Lundy, (Lake Region Bank) and Jon Schmidt (DATASuccess)

TerWisscha Construction

Statewide Policy Tour Coming to Willmar

The Chamber’s semi-annual Statewide Policy Tour is your opportunity to discuss how actions at the Capitol impact your business. This year, the Legislature passed more policies impacting businesses than in the previous decade. What do these new laws mean for your business? What are the next steps in encouraging lawmakers to make Minnesota an attractive, competitive place for business and talent? Throughout June, the Chamber will host a series of tours throughout the state. Join us at West Central Steel in Willmar on Tuesday, June 11 starting at 1:00 pm.

Pre-registration is mandatory. You must register by noon, one business day prior to the event date.

REGISTER HERE!

Bethesda Breaks Ground on Bethesda StoneRidge in Willmar

Congratulations to Bethesda on the groundbreaking for Bethesda StoneRidge expansion! The project is managed by Marcus Construction and promises luxurious amenities, a vibrant community, and ample opportunities to focus on wellness and social connection.  Celebrating alongside Bethesda President/CEO Michelle Haefner, Vice President of Operations Sam Quam, and Vice President of Development and Marketing Kristin Rucks are Chamber Ambassadors Jeff Jensen (West Central Technology), James Miller (WLA Chamber President), Kelsey Olson (Kandiyohi County Economic Development), and Alana Ziehl (Kandiyohi County Food Shelf).

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Registration is Open!

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Only 44 spots to golf available for the Aggie Open!

Registration is Open!

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Only 33 spots to golf available for the Chamber Golf Classic!

Save the Date!

Back by popular demand, you won't want to miss this fun outdoor concert! Tickets are on sale NOW! Lakes Area Raffle tickets are on sale now with the drawing to take place at the event. The top prize is $5,000 cash. Stop by the Chamber office or purchase your raffle ticket from Chamber Board members or Special Events Committee members.

Stay tuned for more information!


Music by Boogie Wonderland

Saturday, July 27th

7:00-11:00pm

Zorbaz on Green Lake

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Chamber Community Job Board

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Coming Up This Week

Thursday, May 23rd at 10:00 am - Chamber Chat with DATA Success on KWLM

Thursday, May 23rd at 10:15 am - Ribbon Cutting for Reading Therapy Center

Friday, May 24th at 12:00 pm - Chamber Special Events Meeting

Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day - Chamber Office Closed

Thursday, May 30th at 10:00 am - Chamber Chat on KWLM

Thursday, May 30th at 1:30 pm - Leadership Perspectives Graduation at the Willmar Conference Center

Friday, May 31st ay 7:30 am - Chamber Connection with Ampact in the Heritage Bank Community Room


CHAMBER OFFICE HOURS

Monday through Thursday - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Friday - 8:00 am to noon


2024 Save the Dates


Aggie Open at Island Pine Golf Club in Atwater

Monday, June 24th


Melvin's Throwback at Zorbaz on the Lake

Saturday, July 27th


Chamber Golf Classic at Eagle Creek

Monday, August 5th

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chamber@willmarareachamber.com

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