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Business After Hours Hosted by Century 21-Brainerd Realty

Business After Hours hosted by Century 21-Brainerd Realty Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, March 26, 2024 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Century 21 – Brainerd Realty, 14244 Dellwood Drive, Suite 100, Baxter, MN 56425 Free Business Networking Event (Registration is Requested) Gather your crew and join Century 21-Brainerd Realty for Business

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New Members of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber 2024 Board of Directors

Meet the New Members of Our 2024 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

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Business After Hours Hosted by Shannon’s Auto Body

Business After Hours hosted by Shannon’s Auto Body Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, March 12, 2024 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Shannon’s Auto Body, 128 8th Ave NE, Brainerd, MN 56401 Free Business Networking Event (Registration is Requested) Gather your crew and join Shannon’s Auto Body for our next Business After

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2024 Supervisor Advantage

Blue Ox Business Academy: 2024 Supervisor Advantage Facebook Twitter LinkedIn May 16 & 21, 2024 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Brainerd Lakes Chamber, 224 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 $755 Per Person A POWERFUL program to develop the skills and confidence needed to manage high-performing teams. Looking for a

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Business After Hours Hosted by Northern Pacific Center

Business After Hours hosted by the Northern Pacific Center Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, February 27, 2024 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Northern Pacific Center, 1480 Northern Pacific Road Brainerd, MN 56401 Free Business Networking Event, Registration is Requested Gather your crew and join us at the Northern Pacific Center for our next

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2024 Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast

2024 Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Friday, March 1, 2024 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Northern Pacific Center, 1480 Northern Pacific Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401 Chamber Member Individual Ticket: $50 (includes breakfast) Join us for Eggs & Issues, our annual discussion with Lakes Area legislators focused on business,

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Blue Ox Success Series 2024: Running for Office

Blue Ox Success Series 2024: Running for Office Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, March 19, 2024 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Brainerd Lakes Chamber, 224 West Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401 Free to Attend & Open to the Public Have you wondered what it takes to run for elected office? Have

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Business After Hours: WAVE Young Professionals Network

Business After Hours: WAVE Young Professionals Network Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Tuesday, January 9, 2024 4:30-6:00PM at Notch 8 Chowhouse & Drinkery, 1511 Northern Pacific Rd Brainerd, MN 56401 Gather your crew and join us for the first networking event of 2024, Business After Hours, hosted by WAVE Young Professionals Network

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2024 Brainerd Lakes Home Show and Expo

2024 Brainerd Lakes Home Show and Expo Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Friday, March 22, 12pm-7pm Saturday, March 23, 9am-5pm at the Essentia Health Sports Center Join us Friday, March 22 (12PM-7PM) and Saturday, March 23 (9AM-5PM) for the Brainerd Lakes Home Show & Expo! This LARGER THAN LIFE tradeshow will highlight

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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2024 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,

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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