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Blue Ox Business Academy: 2024 Leader’s Edge
Blue Ox Business Academy: 2024 Leader’s Edge Facebook Twitter LinkedIn February 29 and March 1, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM Grand View Lodge, Nisswa MN A two-day retreat for experienced leaders to inspire you to make the link between leading and succeeding! Leaders, there has never been a better time to

Business After Hours: Lakes Area United Way
Business After Hours: Lakes Area United Way Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, November 28, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Lakes Area United Way, located in the lower level of Bremer Bank, 321 S 7th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your team and join Lakes Area United Way as they host Business After Hours on

Business After Hours: Lakes Area Cosmetic Bar
Business After Hours: Lakes Area Cosmetic Bar Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, November 14, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Lakes Area Cosmetic Bar, 424 James Street, Suite 1, Brainerd, MN 56401 PARKING: Parking lot and street parking available. Gather your team and join Lakes Area Cosmetic Bar as they host our next Business After

Webinar Recap: Earned Sick and Safe Time, A Guide for Business
Webinar Recap: Earned Sick and Safe Time, A Guide for Business Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 There are many details for businesses and HR administrators to understand before January 1, 2024, as they comply with the new Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law. To help answer your

Local Bound Shop Around Fall 2023
Local Bound Shop Around Fall 2023 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Saturday, November 18, 2023 9:30AM-5:00PM Retailers in Pequot Lakes & Crosslake $20 Per Person (registration required) Gather your friends and ride along on a luxury coach bus with the Local Bound Shop tour, hosted by the Crosslake and Pequot Lakes Chamber

Business After Hours: Lakes Area Restorative Justice Program & Bridges of Hope
Business After Hours: Lakes Area Restorative Justice Program & Bridges of Hope Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 24, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Lakes Area Restorative Justice Project & Bridges of Hope, 2011 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 PARKING: This event will be held in a tent behind the building located on

Blue Ox Success Series: Retail Strategies for 2024
Blue Ox Success Series: Retail Strategies for 2024 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 8:30-10:00AM Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce 224 West Washington Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Chamber Members: Free | Non-Members: $65 What are your customers buying? Do you have what they want? What’s your retail vision and

Business After Hours: Schroeder’s Appliance Center
Business After Hours: Schroeder’s Appliance Center Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 10, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Schroeder’s Appliance Center, 16603 State Hwy 371 North, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your team and join Schroeder’s Appliance Center as they host our next Business After Hours on Tuesday, October 10th! Business After Hours are our

2023 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza
2023 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | 4-7:30PM Madden’s on Gull Lake, 11266 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN 56401 Event Information Let’s jingle & mingle at the 2023 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza! More than 400 guests will enjoy networking at this holiday

Legalized Cannabis in Minnesota: A Guide for Business
Legalized Cannabis in Minnesota: A Guide for Business Facebook Twitter LinkedIn We recently hosted a Legalized Cannabis: What Your Business Needs to Know webinar facilitated by Winthrop & Weinstine, a Minneapolis-based law firm. They have been fielding questions and providing advice on employment and cannabis. In case you missed the

Business After Hours: Central Lakes College
Business After Hours: Central Lakes College Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 12, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Central Lakes College, 501 W College Drive Brainerd, MN 56401 Enter through door 24 – south entrance. The event will be held in the corridor outside the cafeteria. Gather your team and join Central Lakes College

Business After Hours: Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity
Business After Hours: Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 12, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity, 415 8th Ave NE, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your team and join Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity as they host our next Business After Hours at their ReStore’s new

2023 Business Legacy Award: Reggie Clow
2023 Business Legacy Award: Reggie Clow Facebook Twitter LinkedIn The highest honor at the Celebration of Excellence is the Business Legacy Award presented by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and RiverWood Bank to Reggie Clow. With his entrepreneurial vision, perseverance, and integrity, Reggie Clow has transformed and expanded Clow Stamping from

2023 Lakes Proud Small Business Award: Pampered Pets Boarding and Daycare
2023 Lakes Proud Small Business Award: Pampered Pets Boarding and Daycare Facebook Twitter LinkedIn The Brainerd Lakes Chamber, along with the Lakes Proud award sponsor, Cub Foods, is excited to present Pampered Pets Boarding and Daycare with this year’s Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year Award! The Pampered Pets

2023 Business Excellence Award: Hubbard Radio & 2060 Digital
2023 Business Excellence Award: Hubbard Radio & 2060 Digital Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Photo Courtesy Brainerd Dispatch Hubbard Radio & 2060 Digital join the list of accomplished Business Excellence Award winners! The award recognizes Hubbard Radio & 2060 Digital for its involvement in the community, innovation in digital advertising, and quality

2023 Celebrating Manufacturing
2023 Celebrating Manufacturing Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 26 | 7:30-11:00 AM Greater Lakes Association of Realtors, 15344 Pearl Dr, Baxter, MN 56425 Public: $65 Per Person | LAMA Members: $50 Per Person Join us this September as we observe Minnesota Manufacturing Month at our annual event, “Celebrating Manufacturing!” We

Business After Hours: CRMC Championship
Business After Hours: CRMC Championship Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 29, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Cragun’s Legacy Clubhouse, 11497 East Gull Lake Dr, East Gull Lake, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join us on the 17th tee of the CRMC Championship for a special Business After Hours! Get a behind-the-scenes experience

Webinar – Legalized Cannabis: What Your Business Needs to Know
Webinar – Legalized Cannabis: What Your Business Needs to Know Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 12 | 9:00-10:00 AM Webinar via Zoom Free to Attend, However Registration is Required If you’re a business owner or manager, you may still have questions about how to deal with legalized cannabis. Attend this

Blue Ox Success Series: Sales Training — Building Bridges & Why Trust Matters
Blue Ox Success Series: Sales Training — Building Bridges & Why Trust Matters Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 26, 2023 | 1-3PM Greater Lakes Association of Realtors, 15344 Pearl Drive Baxter, MN 56425 Members: $65 | Non-Members: $85 Building trust with your customers is the number one skill in sales,

WAVE Young Professionals Network
WAVE Young Professionals Network: A NEW Chamber Program! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn A NEW Program for Young Professionals WAVE Young Professionals Network is a NEW networking and professional development program for those under age 40 in the Brainerd Lakes Area. This program is organized by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and is

2024 Explore Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide
Sign up to be in the 2024 Explore Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Get noticed in 2024 with the area’s largest tourism publication! As we wrap up a successful tourism season, many of us are looking forward to summer 2024! Sign up to be in next year’s Visitor

Business After Hours Hosted RG Insurance/Strong Insurance Services
Business After Hours Hosted by RG Insurance/Strong Insurance Services Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 8, 2023 4:30-6:00PM RG Insurance/Strong Insurance Services, 14091 Baxter Dr, Ste 114, Baxter, MN 56425 Gather your team and join RG Insurance/Strong Insurance Services as they host our next Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 8th

Leadership Experience 2023-2024
Blue Ox Business Academy: 2023-2024 Leadership Experience Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Monthly Sessions, September-May Members: $1,345 Per Person Register by August 31, 2023 The Blue Ox Business Academy’s Leadership Experience is an immersive experience in personal leadership growth through the exploration of community sectors, challenges, and opportunities. Join a growing group

Brainerd Public Schools Foundation & Brainerd Public Schools
Business After Hours Hosted by Brainerd Public Schools Foundation & Brainerd Public Schools Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 22, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Brainerd High School, 702 S 5th St., Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join the Brainerd Public Schools Foundation (BPSF) and Brainerd Public Schools (BPS) as they host

Business After Hours Hosted by the Northland Arboretum
Business After Hours Hosted by the Northland Arboretum Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, July 25, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Northland Arboretum, 14250 Conservation Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your team and join the Northland Arboretum as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 25! Business After Hours is our most highly attended

2023 Chamber Golf Classic
2023 Chamber Golf Classic Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, August 3 | 8AM-5PM Craguns Legacy Courses, 11496 E Gull Lake Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401 Members: $300 Per Person | $1,195 Per Team Non-Members: $360 Per Person | $1,434 Per Team We are excited to invite you to participate in our 34th

Business After Hours Hosted by The Center
Business After Hours Hosted by The Center Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, July 11, 2023 4:30-6:00PM The Center, 803 Kingwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join The Center as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 11, at their location in Brainerd! Business After Hours is our

Business After Hours Hosted by Advantage Seamless Gutters, Neumann Construction & Mosquito Squad
Business After Hours Hosted by Advantage Seamless Gutters, Neumann Construction & Mosquito Squad Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, June 27, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Advantage Seamless Gutters, 1006 Wright Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join Advantage Seamless Gutters, Neumann Construction and Mosquito Squad as they host Business After Hours on

Business After Hours Hosted by Northern Soul Smokehouse at The Preserve
Business After Hours Hosted by Northern Soul Smokehouse at The Preserve Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, June 22, 2023 4:30-6:00PM The Preserve Golf Course, 5506 Preserve Boulevard, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 Gather your ‘team’ and join The Preserve Golf Course as they host Business After Hours on Thursday, June 22. This

Business After Hours Hosted by Crosswoods Development
Business After Hours Hosted by Crosswoods Development! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, June 13, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Crosswoods Development, Gould Street / Crosslake Town Square, Crosslake, MN 56442 Gather your ‘team’ and join Crosswoods Development as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, June 13, in the redesigned and beautiful Crosslake Town

2023 Sporting Clays Summer Fling
2023 Sporting Clays Summer Fling Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, June 20th | 1-5PM Hunts Point Gun Club, 2142 76th Street SW, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 $225 Per Person | $700 Per Team We’re ready for warm summer air, friendly competition, and smashing clays. Register your team for the 16th Annual

Blue Ox Success Series: Digital Marketing Workshop
Blue Ox Success Series: Digital Marketing Workshop Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, June 1st | 2:00 – 4:00 PM Brainerd Lakes Chamber, 224 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 $90 Per Person The Blue Ox Success Series’ Digital Marketing Workshop will bring you practical, hands-on training that you can apply to

Business After Hours Hosted by North Central Medical Supply
Business After Hours Hosted by North Central Medical Supply! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023 4:30-6:00PM North Central Medical Supply & Equipment, 13287 Isle Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 Gather your ‘team’ and join North Central Medical Supply & Equipment as they host Business After Hours next Tuesday, May 23

Business After Hours Hosted by Explore Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center
Business After Hours hosted by the Explore Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Explore Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center 7393, State Hwy 371 Brainerd, MN 56401 Last year more than 150,000 travelers visited the Chamber’s Welcome Center on Hwy 371. When was the last time

2023 Celebration of Excellence: Now accepting award applications!
2023 Celebration of Excellence: now accepting award applications & nominations! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2023 We are now accepting applications and nominations for our Business Excellence Award, Business Legacy Award, and Lakes Proud Small Business Award! Deadline for submissions is 5:00 PM, May 31, 2023. All applicants

Business After Hours Hosted by The Getaway Adventure Resort and Lakes Area Heroes
Business After Hours hosted by The Getaway Adventure Resort and Lakes Area Heroes Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:30-6:00PM The Getaway Adventure Resort, 8624 Co Hwy 1, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 Gather your ‘team’ and join The Getaway Adventure Resort and Lakes Area Heroes as they host Business

Leading the Lakes: Reconnect. Rethink. Recharge.
Leading the Lakes: Reconnect. Rethink. Recharge. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, April 27 | 2:00-5:00 PM Gather On 3 at The Woods $65 Per Person | $45 Current Leadership Class Since 2000, thousands of leaders have sharpened their skills and forged strong relationships through the Blue Ox Business Academy. Reconnect with

2023 Lakes Area Summer Kickoff
2nd Annual Lakes Area Summer Kickoff Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Monday, April 24 | 1:00-5:30 PM Grand View Lodge, Nisswa, MN $50 Per Person There’s an excitement in the air as we look forward to warmer weather and a busy tourism season! Now is the perfect time to come together with

Business After Hours Hosted by Nature Link Resort and Baia Della
Business After Hours hosted by Nature Link Resort and Baia Della Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Hosted by Nature Link Resort and Baia Della Nature Link Resort, 24621 S Clark Lake Rd, Nisswa, MN Gather your ‘team’ and join Nature Link Resort and Baia Della as they

Business After Hours Hosted by Spaces
Business After Hours hosted by Spaces Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, April 11, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Spaces, 715 NW 7th St, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join Spaces as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, April 11th! Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with the Chamber community while

Blue Ox Success Series: Sales Training — Creating Loyal Customers in this Changing World
Blue Ox Success Series: Sales Training — Creating Loyal Customers in this Changing World Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Wednesday, April 5 | 9:00 – 10:30 AM Brainerd Lakes Chamber, 224 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 Members: $45 | Non-Members: $65 Building your customer following and loyalty to your business is

Meet the New Members of Our 2023 Board of Directors!
Meet the New Members of Our 2023 Board of Directors! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn The Brainerd Lakes Chamber is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who serve three-year terms and represent a wide array of business sectors, sizes and locations. Chamber members are welcome to attend board meetings, which are

2023 Supervisor Advantage Training
Registration NOW OPEN for 2023 Supervisor Advantage Training Facebook Twitter LinkedIn May 18th & 22nd, 2023 CTC Room, Brainerd Lakes Chamber $725 Includes All Session Materials and Lunch Both Days Looking for a time-effective workshop to grow as a successful supervisor? Through two full days packed with tools and techniques,

Business After Hours Hosted by The Gathering Event Center and Squirrelly Mama
Business After Hours hosted by The Gathering Event Center and Squirrelly Mama Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, February 28, 2023 4:30-6:00PM The Gathering Event Center 34212 County Road 3 Crosslake, MN 56442 Gather your ‘team’ and join The Gathering Event Center and Squirrelly Mama as they host Business After Hours on

Blue Ox Success Series: Get a Grip on Your Business
Blue Ox Success Series: Get a Grip on Your Business Facebook Twitter LinkedIn February 28, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 PM Brainerd Lakes Chamber, 224 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 This event is free to attend, however registration is required. 6 Keys to Getting What You Want From Your

Business After Hours Hosted by WonderTrek Children’s Museum & Franklin Arts Center
Business After Hours hosted by WonderTrek Children’s Museum & Franklin Arts Center Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, March 14, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Hosted by WonderTrek Children’s Museum & Franklin Arts Center 1001 Kingwood Street, Ste 114B, Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join WonderTrek Children’s Museum and the Franklin Arts Center

Brainerd Lakes Home Show & Expo is Brainerd’s Biggest Tradeshow
Brainerd Lakes Home Show & Expo: March 24-25, 2023 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Friday, March 24, 2023 | 12PM-7PM Saturday, March 25, 2023 | 9AM-5PM Essentia Health Sports Center, Brainerd Adults $5 • Seniors $4 • Kids Free! Lumberjack shows and bounce houses are FREE with admission! Kids 15 & under

Business After Hours Hosted by the Crow Wing County Jail
Business After Hours hosted by Woodlore Cider Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 14, 2023 3:30-5:00PM Crow Wing County Jail 313 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN Enter through the main entrance. Guests will be provided admittance and directions by Crow Wing County Jail staff. Gather your ‘team’ and join the Crow Wing

Leader’s Edge: A Two-Day Retreat for Experienced Leaders
Blue Ox Business Academy: 2023 Leader’s Edge Facebook Twitter LinkedIn February 23-24, 2023 Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort $745 includes all session materials, and 2 meals both days. Leaders, there has never been a better time to grow your leadership skills. Now, more than ever, the need to invest in yourself

Business After Hours Hosted by Woodlore Cider
Business After Hours hosted by Woodlore Cider Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 24, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Woodlore Cider 5475 Pioneer Trl Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your ‘team’ and join Woodlore Cider as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, January 24th! Business After Hours is our most highly attended networking event.

2023 Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast
2023 Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Friday, February 3rd, 2023 7:30-9:30AM Madden’s Resort, Wilson Bay Dining Room Breakfast Event: $50, Business Champion Sponsorship: $295 Join us for a special edition of Eggs & Issues, our annual discussion with Lakes Area legislators focused on business, jobs and the

Save the date for WinterFest in Crosslake
Save the date for WinterFest in Crosslake Facebook Twitter LinkedIn February 2-4, 2023 Crosslake, Minnesota WinterFest takes place February 2-4, 2023 with all the traditional events and more! Gather your staff and make plans to host something “extra” to draw folks into your business! Simmer up a pot of soup

Business After Hours Hosted by EOS Worldwide, Aveanna Healthcare & CentraCare
Business After Hours hosted by EOS Worldwide, Aveanna Healthcare & CentraCare Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 10, 2023 4:30-6:00PM Gather on 3 Event Center 19654 County Road 3 Brainerd, MN We’re highlighting our small businesses in the BLA by having 3 organizations ‘team up’ and co-host at one location! Join

Two Opportunities to Join the Chamber Team in 2023!
Two Opportunities to Join the Chamber Team in 2023! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Graphic Design & Events Coordinator Are you a creative graphic designer looking to get out of the cubicle and into the community? If so, the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce has a full-time opportunity to serve our Crosslake

Bobber Bocce on Ice is the area’s coolest new event
Bobber Bocce on Ice is the area’s coolest new event Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Saturday, February 11th, 2023 Sibley Lake, Pequot Lakes, MN $100 Per Team On February 11, the temps may be cool, but the competition will be hot! Bobber Bocce on Ice will have you embracing winter like a

2022 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza
2022 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, December 13, 2022 4:00PM – 7:30PM Madden’s on Gull Lake $5 Per Person, Open to the Public Let’s jingle & mingle at the 2022 Business After Hours Holiday Extravaganza! More than 400 guests will enjoy networking at this holiday themed

Lakes Proud Business After Hours at Mills Automotive Group
Join us for a special Lakes Proud Business After Hours! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, November 22, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Mills Automotive Group 14858 Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 Join Lakes Proud and Mills Automotive Group as they host a special Lakes Proud Business After Hours on Tuesday, November 22 at the

Visitor Guide 2023
Get noticed in 2023 with the area’s largest tourism publication! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn As we wrap up a successful tourism season, many of us are looking forward to summer 2023! Sign up to be in next year’s Visitor Guide and get noticed by those interested in vacationing in the Brainerd

Up your networking game with ChamberNet
Start making valuable connections with ChamberNet Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Next Meeting: Thursday, October 27, 7:00 – 8:30 AM, Brainerd Lakes Chamber Admin Office ChamberNet is a lead sharing group that meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. The objective is to build strong partnerships with participating member businesses

Business After Hours at Roundhouse Brewery
Join us for our next Business After Hours at Roundhouse Brewery Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 25, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Roundhouse Brewery 23836 Smiley Road, Nisswa, MN Join Roundhouse Brewery as they host Business After Hours next Tuesday, October 25 at their location south of Nisswa. Guests will enjoy self guided tours

Business After Hours with Deerwood Bank and GLAR
Join us for our next Business After Hours with Deerwood Bank and the Greater Lakes Association of Realtors Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, November 8th, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Deerwood Bank Baxter 14986 Lynwood Drive Baxter, MN Join Deerwood Bank and the Greater Lakes Association of Realtors (GLAR) as they co-host Business After

Blue Ox Success Series: I Work for You: Lessons in Customer Service
Blue Ox Success Series: I Work for You: Lessons in Customer Service Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 1:00PM – 3:00PM Greater Lakes Association of Realtors, 15344 Pearl Drive, Baxter $75 Per Person From the front line to the back office, your customer’s experience is so important – it’s

Celebrate Manufacturing Month On October 25th
Celebrate Manufacturing Month On October 25th at ‘Celebrating Manufacturing’ Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 25, 2022 7:00-10:30AM Greater Lakes Association of Realtors, 15344 Pearl Drive, Baxter, MN $50 Per Person Join us this October as we observe Minnesota Manufacturing Month at our annual event, “Celebrating Manufacturing!” After a 2-year hiatus

Business After Hours at Confidence Learning Center
Join us for our next Business After Hours at Confidence Learning Center Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 27, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Confidence Learning Center (Camp Confidence) 1620 Mary Fawcett Memorial Drive, East Gull Lake, MN 56401 Join Confidence Learning Center as they host Business After Hours in conjunction with their Community

September Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting
September Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Wednesday, September 28, 2022 Savi Skin Studio 31024 Pine Street, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 Join our local business community later this month on Wednesday, September 28th, for an Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting! Network with others, learn more about events, activities and organizations, and

Business After Hours at Essentia Health
Join us for our next Business After Hours at Essentia Health Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, October 11, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Essentia Health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center 523 North 3rd Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 Join Essentia Health as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, October 11th at the Essentia Health – St.

Crosslake Days
Mark Your Calendar for the 2022 Crosslake Days Fall Festival! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn September 22-24, 2022 Crosslake, Minnesota Event Information Mark your calendars for Crosslake Days on September 22-24, 2022! Beautiful fall colors and crisp air are the perfect backdrop to celebrate the season in Crosslake. The weekend will be

August Explore Pequot Lakes Business
August Explore Pequot Lakes Business meeting Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Wednesday, August 31, 2022 Shiloh Assisted Living 5384 Country Care Lane, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 Join the Pequot Lakes business community on Wednesday, August 31st, for an Explore Pequot Lakes Business Meeting! Network with others, learn more about events, activities and

Business After Hours at North Star Family Medicine
Join us for our next Business After Hours at North Star Family Medicine Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, September 13, 2022 4:30-6:00PM North Star Family Medicine 4682 Wilderness Court, Suite 102 Brainerd, MN 56401 Join North Star Family Medicine as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, September 13th! Business After

Registration Now Open for Leadership Experience
Registration is now open for Leadership Experience training Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Monthly, full day sessions Class limited to 40 participants Register by August 31, 2022 An immersive experience in personal leadership growth through the exploration of community sectors, challenges & opportunities. Event Information Program Overview Join a growing group of more

2022 Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year Winner
2022 Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year Award Winner Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Epitome of ‘TEAM’ The Brainerd Lakes Chamber and Cub Foods are excited to present the 4th Lakes Proud Small Business of the Year Award to Kavanaugh’s Sylvan Lake Resort! This year’s Celebration of Excellence theme is ‘Team Up’ and the

2022 Business Legacy Award Winner
2022 Business Legacy Award Winner Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Drive and determination… The crowning glory for the Celebration of Excellence will be the presentation of the Business Legacy Award by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and RiverWood Bank to Bob Spizzo! Developer, visionary and owner of Breezy Point Resort, Bob Spizzo began his journey in

2022 Business Excellence Award Winner
2022 Business Excellence Award Winner Facebook Twitter LinkedIn A family dynasty… Joining the list of legendary Business Excellence Award winners is LINDAR / Avantech / TRI-VEN! They are recognized for their leadership, innovation, employee investment and community service. Hy-Tec Construction is proud to sponsor the Business Excellence Award, which will be presented during the Brainerd Lakes

Washington Street Reconstruction: Business Input Needed
Washington Street Reconstruction: Business Input Needed! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Please attend one or both sessions on August 31! Morning Session Tuesday, August 31 7:30–9:00 AM Brainerd Lakes Chamber Evening Session Tuesday, August 31 4:30–6:00 PM Crow Wing County Land Services Building Washington Street in Brainerd is scheduled for major reconstruction

2022 Business Award Winners
Congratulations to our 2022 Business Award Winners! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Bob Spizzo Breezy Point Resort Drive and determination… The crowning glory for the Celebration of Excellence will be the presentation of the Business Legacy Award by the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and RiverWood Bank to Bob Spizzo! Developer, visionary and owner

Business After Hours at the CRMC Championship
Join us in the VIP tent at the CRMC Championship for our next Business After Hours Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 23, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Cragun’s Legacy Courses, 11000 Cragun’s Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401 Join us at the 18th green of the CRMC Championship for Business After Hours! Expand your network while enjoying appetizers and

Business After Hours at Crosslake Town Square
Head North to Crosslake for Business After Hours this August Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 9, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Crosslake Town Square, 35770 Allen Avenue, Crosslake, MN 56442 Event Information Join us in beautiful Crosslake for a special Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 9th! Hosting this event are the businesses

Blue Ox Success Series: Handling the Hybrid Work World
Blue Ox Success Series: Handling the Hybrid Work World Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 9:00-10:30AM Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce Free for Chamber Members Our work world has changed. The last 2 years have created a world where remote work, hybrid meetings, and team members in different locations

Lakes Area Human Resource Association (LAHRA) Monthly Membership Meetings
Chamber Member Promotions Lakes Area Human Resource Association (LAHRA) Monthly Membership Meetings Facebook Twitter LinkedIn The Second Thursday of Every Month LAHRA’s monthly membership meetings are a time to connect with your HR peers, get educated, and earn SHRM Credits. We cover a wide array of topics throughout the year. Visit

Affordable Fashion For The Whole Family!
Chamber Member Promotions Affordable Fashion For The Whole Family! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Casual, Dress and Sensory Sensitivity Clothing Sweet Water Boutique is an online boutique that offers women, men and children clothing at an affordable price in the Brainerd Lakes Area! We offer causal, dress, Mommy and Me and a

Choose Central Lakes College for Computer Technology Training!
Chamber Member Promotions Choose Central Lakes College for Computer Technology Training! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn CLC has Computer Training for Your Staff Choose Central Lakes College for Computer Technology Training Programs.Begin careers in IT in just 9 months.Earn a CompTIA Certificate — the globally recognized IT standard.Or choose the Microsoft Office

Small Business Essentials Package
Chamber Member Promotions Small Business Essentials Package Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Get your business online! Professional Website Design and Marketing Services Small Business Essentials Package. Get your business online. 3-5 page mobile friendly website, hosting, domain, Google setup and FB page! All for under $1000! Ends June 30th! learn more! Find more to explore.

Georgia Peaches are Back!
Chamber Member Promotions Georgia Peaches are Back! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn We are thrilled to be bringing our Georgia Peach fundraiser back to the Brainerd Lakes Area! Freshly picked and directly shipped from a state famously known as “The Peach State,” these are easily some of the most delicious peaches you

2022 Clay Shoot June 23, 2022 – Everyone is Welcome!
Chamber Member Promotions 2022 Clay Shoot June 23, 2022 – Everyone is Welcome! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Homeless and Wounded Warriors of MN Fundraiser Give it a shot! This event is open to everyone and is a great opportunity to socialize and show off your skills. A fun event so even if

33rd Annual Chamber Golf Classic
SAVE THE DATE for the 33rd Annual Chamber Golf classic! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, August 4, 2022 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM The Pines at Grand View Lodge SAVE THE DATE! We are excited to invite you to participate in our 33rd Annual Chamber Golf Classic! Held on Thursday, August

Welcome New Members
WElcome New Members! Meet the newest Members of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Our Chamber community continues to grow stronger! These new members come from all sectors of business in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Read below to learn more about each of their unique stories. Spaces 715 NW

Stars & Stripes Days + Bean Hole Days
Help support Stars & Stripes Days + Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes! Share on facebook Facebook Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn July 3-4, 2022 July 12-13, 2022 Can you help support summer events in Pequot Lakes? In a few short months, warmer weather will be here and

Crosslake Fourth of July Fireworks
Let’s make the 2022 Crosslake fireworks show the biggest and best yet! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Saturday, July 2, 2022 Crosslake, Minnesota 2022 marks the 52nd Annual Celebrate America Fireworks Display in Crosslake! This annual tradition has been enjoyed by thousands of area families for decades. The City of Crosslake is

Explore Crosslake Business meeting
Chamber Member Promotions Explore Crosslake Business meeting Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thursday, August 4 | 7:45-9:15AM | at Encompassing Beauty Join us for this meeting of Crosslake business owners, managers and key staff. Meet and network, learn more about events, activities and organizations, and share information about your business! Contact Cindy if you’d

Explore Pequot Lakes Business meeting
Chamber Member Promotions Explore Pequot Lakes Business meeting Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 7:45-9:15AM at Sarah’s Kitchen Join us for this meeting of Pequot Lakes business owners, managers and key staff. Meet and network, learn more about events, activities and organizations, and share information about yourbusiness! Contact Nichole

Business After Hours at Destination Downtown Brainerd Coalition
Head to Downtown Brainerd for Business After Hours! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, June 14, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Downtown Brainerd Located on 7th Street in between Front Street and Laurel Head to Downtown Brainerd for Business After Hours on Tuesday, June 14th! Hosting this networking event are the Board and businesses affiliated

Lakes Proud Event Scholarship Fund
Get reimbursed for adding Lakes Proud to your existing event! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Help us spread the Lakes Proud message! Are you planning an event in 2022? Add Lakes Proud and your business could get expenses covered. We’ve created a Lakes Proud scholarship fund where your business can submit to

Business After Hours at Hubbard Radio
Expand your network with Hubbard Radio as they host Business After Hours! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, July 12, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Hubbard Radio, 13225 Dogwood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425 Register Now Join Hubbard Radio as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, June 12, from 4:30 – 6:00 PM. Network with

Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes
Rootin’ Tootin’ fun at Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn July 12-13, 2022 Pequot Lakes, MN Event Infomation Come and celebrate Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes on July 12-13, 2022! This one-of-a-kind event is rootin’ tootin’ good fun for the whole family! The huge cast iron

Business After Hours at Hunt Utilities Group & Happy Dancing Turtle
Expand your network with Hunt Utilities Group & Happy Dancing Turtle as they host Business After Hours! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, July 26, 2022 4:30-6:00PM Hunt Utilities Group, 2331 Dancing Wind Road SW, Pine River, MN 56474 Event Information Join Hunt Utilities Group and Happy Dancing Turtle as they host Business

Business After Hours at Crow Wing Power
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GCOLA to Offer Youth Boating Safety Class
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May 31 | 2:30-3:30PM at Clow Stamping
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Northern Lakes Assisted Living & Memory Care
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Become a Loon Research Ambassador
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