News from Your Chamber

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

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No Chamber Connection

There will be no Chamber Connection on November 10th in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday.

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One top banner ad is available every week in the Chamber e-newsletter. Reach 1,500 people for just $125! Ads are on a first come, first served basis, and are also available in the body of the e-news for $100. Partner level members and up receive one complimentary e-news insert per year.

Please email jtanner@willmarareachamber.com to reserve your space.

Last Chance to Register!

Join us to learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as the challenges and opportunities it presents for businesses. Panelists include: Shay Marlowe, Diversity Recruiter for the Minnesota Department of Human Services; Fadumo Hussein, owner of FAJ Language Services; Pablo Obregon, Director of Community Growth for the City of Willmar; Mickell Maloyd, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager for Woodland Centers; Abdirizak Mahboub, owner of West Central Interpreting Services, and VaLoris Anderson, Executive Director of Advocacy and Inclusion Matter.

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Glacial Waters Wellness Celebrates 5 Years

Congratulations and thank you to Dr. Kendall Boline Fenstra of Glacial Waters Wellness for 5 years of membership! Glacial Waters Wellness' mission is to provide health and body image improvement in a natural way through laser, Bemer, and nutritional counseling for a better quality of life. Chamber President James Miller is pictured with the Zerona - the first FDA cleared laser treatment to remove fat from hips, waist, and thighs without surgery. Also pictured are Chamber Board members and/or Diplomats Jessica Hanson (Willmar Hypnosis), Christina Williams (R&J Tours), Tracy Lundy (Lake Region Bank), Kathryn Mueller (Christianson PLLP), Abdirizak Mahboub (West Central Interpreting Services), and Carla Kahle-Miller (Design West Ltd).

Glacial Waters Wellness

Ambassadors Welcome Pink Apron Bakery

Congratulations to MacKenzie Dohmann of Pink Apron Bakery on her First Dollar with the Chamber Ambassadors! Pink Apron Bakery is Central Minnesota's premiere artisan sourdough bakery specializing in breads, bagels, unique cookies and confections. MacKenzie looks forward to celebrating Pink Apron's soft opening on November 11th from 10:00am-2:00pm. The shelves will be fully stocked but due to the popularity of her delicious items, she can't promise they will last long! Product samplings will be available, as well as complimentary coffee. Click the link below to learn more or to place your order online!

Pink Apron Bakery

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neXt November Educational

Save the date and join us to learn more about financial planning from some of the area's top experts! There will be plenty of time for Q&A, so bring your questions! Please RSVP to ensure we have enough food and seating for everyone. This event is free for neXt members and $40 for non-members.

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State of Manufacturing: Willmar

Visit the MinnWest Technology Campus on November 14th to celebrate Minnesota’s manufacturing industry with your fellow manufacturers and industry stakeholders. Discover the survey insights and learn about the major issues impacting the industry. This is a great networking opportunity for manufacturers and affiliates, including educators, elected officials, economic development professionals, granting agencies and members of the media. This event is free of charge. Bob Kill, president and CEO of Enterprise Minnesota, will be sharing the results of the 15th annual State of Manufacturing survey, which reveals the latest trends in Minnesota manufacturing including workforce, supply chain, economic confidence, and more.

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.