Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

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1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124
Willmar, MN 56201 Get Directions
Phone 320-235-0300

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  • Workforce Community Conversation

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Join area businesses, workforce partners, and community leaders for a conversation focused on strengthening our local workforce and connecting employers with practical training solutions. Learn how the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline can help employers develop a skilled workforce through a competency-based, earn-and-learn model that combines related instruction with on-the-job training. The program is designed to help businesses build and enhance training approaches that address their specific workforce needs. The Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline currently supports employers in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, child care, health care services, information technology, legal cannabis, and transportation. During...

    Free

  • Retirement Access & Secure Choice: What Employers Need to Know

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Retirement Access & Secure Choice: What Employers Need to Know Tuesday Aug 18, 2026 from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber Join the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber and the Chad Roberts, Executive Director for Minnesota Secure Choice for an informative presentation on the Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program, a new state initiative designed to expand access to retirement savings for Minnesota workers. This program provides employers with a simple, cost-effective way to help employees save for retirement while meeting state requirements. Minnesota employers with five...

    Free

  • Local Candidate Workshop

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Local Candidate Workshop Tuesday May 12, 2026 from 5:30-7:00pm at Willmar Lakes Area Chamber - Earl B Olson Community Room 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124 - MinnWest Technology Campus If you've ever considered running for a local elected office, want to assist with a campaign, or just wondered what's involved, make plans now to attend this workshop. You'll learn which offices will be on the ballot in the 2026 election and the basic details of filing and running for office. You'll also have a chance to hear what it's...

    Free

  • Elevating the Customer Experience

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Elevating the Customer Experience Monday, May 11, 2026 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT at the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber Please feel free to bring your lunch to enjoy during the presentation. Deliver exceptional service that truly sets your business apart! This engaging, results driven session is designed to help professionals and business owners elevate customer experiences, strengthen client relationships, and build lasting brand loyalty in today’s competitive marketplace. Facilitated by Jennifer Liberty Clark of Dale Carnegie, this training provides practical tools and proven techniques participants can apply immediately....

    Free

  • Working Genius at Work

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Unleash Your Team's Productivity and Joy with Working Genius! Are your meetings unproductive, projects stalling, or employees feeling burned out? Patrick Lencioni's Working Genius assessment is a breakthrough tool for leadership development, employee engagement, and team productivity. Unlike traditional personality tests, Working Genius identifies how each person contributes to work - from ideation to execution - so you can maximize strengths and minimize frustration. What we'll cover:  Identify their unique Working Genius and tap into natural strengths  Assign roles and projects more strategically, reducing wasted time and burnout  Improve team...

    $25

  • Generative AI 2.0: From Curiosity to Confidence

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Generative AI 2.0: From Curiosity to Confidence Friday, March 13th from 10-11:30am at the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber Back by Popular Demand! After the overwhelming success of Generative AI & ChatGPT: Unlock the Tools That Are Changing the Way We Work, Princess Paula is back with an advanced, hands-on workshop designed for those ready to go further. This isn’t a repeat of the introduction — it’s the next level. You’ll spend more time at your computer, applying what you’ve learned, asking questions in real time, and getting comfortable with AI...

    $20 – $30

  • Permission to Mingle: A New Take on Networking

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Permission to Mingle: A New Take on Networking at the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber Thursday, March 12 from 4:30-6:00pm Forget stiff handshakes and awkward elevator pitches — this is not your typical networking talk. In this high-energy, joy-fueled keynote, Princess Paula Skoviera gives you full permission to mingle — your way.  Through storytelling, laughter, and real-life strategies, you’ll learn how to connect with confidence, spark unforgettable conversations, and enjoy the process (yes, really!). Whether you're an introvert, a reluctant extrovert , or somewhere in between, you’ll leave feeling empowered, equipped, and ready...

    $20 – $30

  • Entrepreneurship Unfiltered Lunch + Learn

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Entrepreneurship Unfiltered: The Leap. The Risk. The Build. Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 12-1pm at the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124 Entrepreneurship isn’t just for tech founders or big city dreamers — it’s happening right here in our community. Hear from local business owners as they share what it really takes to build a business from the ground up. Whether you’re curious about entrepreneurship, thinking about a future business idea, or simply want to understand the mindset behind local business leadership, this session offers insight, inspiration,...

    Free – $15

  • Chamber Connection

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    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Chamber Connections are professional networking events hosted Friday mornings from 7:30-8:30 at different Chamber member businesses. Everyone gets a chance to introduce themselves and share a brief update on their business or community happenings. The host ends the Connection with an overview of their business followed by a drawing for door prizes. Don't forget to bring $1 and your business card for a chance at door prizes!  All Chamber Connections are open to the public/prospective members. Chamber Connection Schedule: www.willmarareachamber.com/chamber-connection

    $1

  • Meet the Chamber

    Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 1700 Technology Drive NE, Suite 124, Willmar, MN

    Are you a new member looking to learn more about the Chamber to get the most out of your investment or a long-standing member looking for a refresher? Join us for a brief presentation to "meet the Chamber." Learn what your Chamber membership can do for you! Not a member? Learn why you should consider an investment in a Chamber membership!