City Budget Presentation Session:

On Monday, August 17, there is a special budgeting presentation for Chamber members led by Administrator Martig. It will be held at City Hall at 6:00 pm. We have the opportunity to submit questions ahead of time and there will be time following the presentation for Q&A.

Understanding the City's budget helps businesses see how public dollars are benig prioitized and how those decisions affect services, infrastructure, taxes and our community's future. Providing input gives the community a voice in those priorities. Please join me on Monday.

Here is the link to the city's budget page: https://www.northfieldmn.gov/193/Budget.

Please submit questions info@northfieldchamber.com by Thursday, August 13th.

Register HERE. Registration is not required, just helpful.

Free webinar on reducing costs for hospitality businesses



Sustainability investments can reduce operating costs, improve efficiency and enhance the guest experience. Join experts from the Minnesota Chamber Environmental Sustainability Foundation to learn practical energy efficiency and waste reduction strategies for restaurants, hotels and other hospitality businesses. The Sustainability Foundation will share real-world success stories, available grants and financing options and free technical assistance resources to help you identify and implement cost-saving improvements.

AI for Small Business: Key Takeaways & Resources



Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our AI seminar with Tammi Enfield of Brand Yourself Consulting! Tammi shared practical strategies for using AI as a tool to streamline marketing, strengthen communication, and build systems that save time—without losing the authentic voice of your business. If you missed the seminar or want to revisit the information, you can access it HERE.

• Three Links Health Services will be having a Community Open House for their brand new Immersion Suite. Click HERE for more details.
• Randy Yoder is launching a 12-Week Business Masterclass at Action Coach Midwest. Click HERE for more details.
• Community Action Center will be having their Annual Runway Revival event on August 13th. Click HERE for more details.
• MN chamber is searching for the “coolest thing made in MN” nominations are open until August 14th, click HERE for more details.
• Jonny Weaver Storytelling will be hosting a Pop-Up Portrait Studio in the chamber conference room all day on Thursday, August 27th for people who need an updated headshot or portrait. Details coming soon!
• Merchants Bank is once again hosting Free Movie Series this summer at Cannon Valley Cinema 10. Click HERE for more details.
• Sunrise Perspectives will be hosting a retreat September 25-27th. Click HERE for details.
• Three Links Health Services is hosting an Immersion Suite Open House August 20th 4PM - 6PM. Click HERE for details.