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Ribbon Cutting – US Bank
Customer Appreciation: Ribbon Cutting for US Bank To honor their loyal customers, US Bank hosted a customer appreciation event at their Virginia Branch accompanied by a Laurentian Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce was grateful to meet the new branch manger and staff, as well as be…
Read MoreBreakfast Connections – 02/11/26
Creating Community Connections The February Breakfast Connections event, hosted by Komatsu, brought business professionals from across the region together for a networking opportunity as massively impactful as their machines! From walking in the door of their beautiful facility to being greeted by an energetic room of industry partners – this event showcased the significance of…
Read MoreThank You January Renewing Members!
January Renewing Members We want to thank our renewing members for their continued investment in the Laurentian Chamber. Chamber Membership demonstrates an organizations belief in not just growing their business, but strengthening the entire local economy. Membership helps fuel advocacy, support workforce development, and build the partnerships that move our community forward. Not yet a…
Read MoreBusiness Happy Hour – 01/28/25
Carribean in the Cold Kicking off 2026, the January Business Happy Hour hosted by Approve Home Services was a lively evening filled with tropical vibes, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and creating connections with some karaoke. The bright colors and welcoming atmosphere at The Whistling Bird provided the perfect space to beat those winter blues. Attendees sampled…
Read MoreUMD IRON Program Luncheon
Developing the Next Generation of Young Professionals The UMD Labovitz School of Business and Economics hosted an informational luncheon at the Sawmill Saloon & Restaurant on Tuesday, January 27th to share information about their Internships and Rural Opportunities Network (IRON) program with regional leaders. While enjoying a taco buffet lunch, attendees engaged in meaningful conversations…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting – NCCU
Lending a Hand: Ribbon Cutting for NCCU Following their striking remodel, Northern Communities Credit Union hosted a Grand Reopening Celebration accompanied by a Laurentian Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce was grateful to be a part of this momentous occasion and to see the launch of NCCU’s…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting – MN Wilderness Hockey
Hometown Hockey: Ribbon Cutting for Minnesota Wilderness The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce was honored to join the Minnesota Wilderness Junior Hockey Team out on the ice for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, January 16, 2026. Now in their second year, the Minnesota Wilderness Junior Hockey Team is bringing some action packed games and fresh…
Read MoreBreakfast Connections – 01/14/26
Investing in Connections The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce kicked off the new year with a fantastic January Breakfast Connections event, hosted by Park State Bank. Despite the chilly January morning, our spirits were warm as we gathered to connect and learn more about one of our outstanding Chamber members. Park State Bank truly made the morning…
Read MoreBusiness Happy Hour – 12/17/25
Holiday Happy Hour For the grand finale of 2025, December Business Happy Hour hosted by Frandsen Bank & Trust was a magical evening full of festive music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and connecting with industry peers. Held at the Sawmill Saloon & Restaurant, the lively hosts transformed the space into a winter wonderland and topped it off…
Read More2025 16th Annual Gary Carlson Memorial Curling Funspiel
We Put the FUN in Funspiel! 2025 16th Annual Gary Carlson Memorial Curling Funspiel On Friday, December 12th, 2025, the Laurentian Chamber of Commerce hosted the 16th Annual Gary Carlson Curling Funspiel at the Range Recreation Civic Center, home to Curl Mesabi curling club. We had another great turnout with 32 teams participating in this…
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