Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota

07/11/2026

Join us in welcoming West Range Dental as a new member of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce!

We’ll be celebrating with a ribbon cutting and would love to have you stop by, say hello, and help us welcome them to the Chamber community.

📍 1043 US Hwy 169, Grand Rapids, MN
📅 Wednesday, July 15
⏰ 12:30 PM

07/10/2026

Chamber Ambassador Spotlight: Jenna Fischer!

Today we’re proud to recognize Chamber Ambassador, Jenna Fischer!

Jenna has served as a Chamber Ambassador since 2022, helping welcome and celebrate local businesses while building meaningful relationships throughout the Grand Rapids area and surrounding communities.

Jenna is the Campus Administrator at The Emeralds at Grand Rapids, and we are grateful for the time, care, and positive energy she continues to share with the Chamber.

Please join us in thanking Jenna for serving as a Chamber Ambassador!

07/10/2026

Join us as we celebrate the Itasca County Pickleball Association with a ribbon cutting!

📍 YMCA Pickleball Courts | Grand Rapids, MN
📅 Tuesday, July 14
⏰ 4:00 PM

Whether you’re an avid pickleball player, curious about the sport, or just love seeing great things happening in our community, we’d love to see you there!

07/09/2026

Business owners, entrepreneurs, and future business owners - this one is for you!

Join us Tuesday, August 18 at Timberlake Lodge for Business Funding: From Start-Up to Succession, a three-part event designed to meet businesses where they are.

Attend one, two, or all three sessions.

Morning sessions include refreshments, and the Lunch-N-Learn includes lunch.

Chamber members may attend the morning sessions at no cost, with discounted pricing available for attending more than one session.

A special thank you to our funding partners:
- Northland Small Business Development Center
- Midwest Business Finance Corporation
- Itasca Economic Development Corporation
- Timberlake Lodge Hotel
- Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

Their support helps keep this opportunity low to no cost for participants.

Register online: https://www.grandmn.com/.../business-funding-from-start.../

Questions? Call 218-326-6619

07/08/2026

Business owners — this one is worth making time for.

Join the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Northspan, for Business Succession Planning 101 on Tuesday, August 18 at Timberlake Lodge.

Whether you’re planning to transition your business soon, someday, or “not for a long time,” succession planning is really about protecting the value of what you’ve built and preparing for the future of your business, your employees, and your legacy.

Northspan Consultant Zack Filipovich will walk attendees through:
✔ Why succession planning matters
✔ The risks of waiting too long
✔ When and where to start
✔ The role of trusted advisors
✔ Northspan’s three-phase approach: Discover, Prepare, and Decide

Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, August 18
📍 Timberlake Lodge
🍽 11:45 AM Buffet Available
🎤 12:00 PM Lunch-N-Learn Begins
⏰ 1:00 PM Adjourn

Cost:
$15 Chamber Members
$20 Non-Members
Taxes and gratuity not included.

Please RSVP by August 13 at grandmn.com/event.

07/07/2026

Join us for our August Chamber Luncheon: Unearthing Opportunity: Updates on Minnesota’s Critical Mineral Projects.

We’ll welcome Julie Lucas, Executive Director of MiningMinnesota for an update on Minnesota’s critical mineral projects and the opportunities they create for our region and state.

📅 Monday, August 10
📍 Timberlake Lodge
⏰ 11:45 AM buffet available | 12:00 PM luncheon begins | 1:00 PM adjourn
💲 $15 Chamber Members | $20 Non-members

📌 RSVP by August 7 by contacting Jennifer:
📞 218-326-6619
📩 [email protected]

Thank you to MiningMinnesota for sponsoring this luncheon!

07/06/2026

Today's Member to Member is from Paul Bunyan Communications!

Running a business is enough work - your technology shouldn’t
make it harder.

Paul Bunyan Communications Business Solutions provides professional IT services backed by local experts who understand the needs of businesses in our region. From help desk support and network management to cloud solutions, security-focused IT management, proactive monitoring, and hardware/software support, their team helps keep your business running smoothly.

Focus on your business - they’ll handle the technology.

📞 Grand Rapids: 218.999.1234
📞 Bemidji: 218.444.1234
🌐 https://paulbunyan.net/business/our-services/it-services/
📧 [email protected]

Paul Bunyan Communications: connecting and supporting local businesses.

07/03/2026

07/02/2026

Chamber Ambassador Spotlight: Danielle Witherill!

Today we’re proud to recognize Chamber Ambassador Danielle Witherill!

Danielle has served as a Chamber Ambassador since 2021, helping build meaningful relationships, support local businesses, and strengthen connections throughout our community.

Danielle is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Danielle Witherill, and we are grateful for the time, care, and positive energy she continues to share with the Chamber.

Please join us in thanking Danielle for serving as a Chamber Ambassador!

07/02/2026

Vendor packets will be mailed next week, but registration is still open! Be sure you're registered to be in Grand Rapids for all the fun July 24-26!

Swap meet treasures, food booths, car shows, live music, Bike Night, Kids’ Day, and more. With more than 200 vendors expected and a full weekend of activities drawing guests to the area, this is a great opportunity to get your products, parts, collectibles, handmade goods, or food in front of thousands of attendees.

Vendor registration and event information are available at:
💻https://www.grandmn.com/northern-mn-swap-meet-and-car-show/
☎ 218-326-6619

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of northern Minnesota’s favorite summer weekends!
https://www.grandmn.com/northern-mn-swap-meet-and-car-show/

Northern MN Swap Meet & Car Show Photo by WeisGuys 2026 Event Information SWAP MEET – all 3 days: Over 200 vendors with vintage treasures, handmade goods, car parts, and…