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Local Representation on the Explore Minnesota Tourism Council
Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
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Let’s congratulate three local businesses that were recently selected to the Explore Minnesota Tourism Council! We’re excited to have the tourism industry represented by three of our very own Chamber members!
- Frank Soukup III, Grand View Lodge, representing resorts.
- Mike Schwieters, Boyd Lodge, representing resorts.
- Justin Graddy, Buffalo Media Group, representing travel media.
![Frank Soukup](https://brainerdlakeschamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/FrankSoukup_4x5BW.jpg)
Frank Soukup III
Grand View Lodge
![Mike Schwiters](https://brainerdlakeschamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/12_MikeSchwiters.png)
Mike Schwieters
Boyd Lodge
![Black and white photo of Justin Graddy, Buffalo Media Group, a middle aged male](https://brainerdlakeschamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/JustinGraddy_BlackAndWhite_V01-copy.jpg)
Justin Graddy
Buffalo Media Group
Frank Soukup is also on the Brainerd Lakes Chamber Board, and Mike Schwieters is a past Chamber Board member.
The Tourism Council seats are appointed by Gov. Walz and Lt. Gov. Flannigan. The Explore Minnesota Tourism Council serves the broader interests of Minnesota tourism by promoting activities that support, maintain, and expand the state’s domestic and international travel market.
We look forward to these new council members representing the Brainerd Lakes Area at the state level!
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