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Detroit Lakes Committees/Events

Your Chamber is Making it Happen!

You're invited to be part of the ACTION by getting involved in your Chamber of Commerce. It takes hundreds of volunteers working on many different boards, committees and task forces to complete the ambitious business plan of your Chamber. Listed below are several opportunities to become involved in your Chamber. We encourage you, an associate, or an employee, to serve on a committee.

Agri-Business: Chairman - Ken Shroyer (847-2674)
The Agri-Business Committee maintains a liaison with agri-business organizations, lends support in developing programs that assist the growth of the agri-business industry in our area, and highlights the role of agri-business in the region's economy. Meets monthly, 1st Tuesday, 8:00 a.m., at the Chamber.

Ambassadors: Chairman - Michele Baker (847-9292)
The Chamber Ambassadors extend a welcoming hand recognizing new businesses, expansions, new locations and new ownership. On the first Wednesday of each month they make monthly calls that are featured in the Chamber newsletter.

Annual Banquet/Meeting: Chairman - Jeff Jasperson, (847.2121)
This task force plans and coordinates the Chamber's Annual Banquet/Meeting held in May.

Arts & Crafts in the Park: Chairman - Marcus Lacher, (847.3700)
This committee plans, coordinates and oversees this event which was formerly sponsored by the Becker County Friends of the Library.

Economic Development:
Support the economic success of individuals and businesses by improving opportunities for growth. Sponsors the Economic Development Summit each spring and participates in BEST (www.BESTMN.org)

Detroit Lakes Young Professionals:Chairman - Jonathan Smith, (334.4991)
This committee works with area businesses to educate and inform young professionals about their services as well as provide networking opportunities.  Meets monthly

Festival of Birds: Kelly Blackledge (847-2641) & Cleone Stewart (847-9202)
This committee plans, coordinates and oversees this event which brings birders from all across the United States to experience our unique birding corridor where the prairie meets both hardwood and coniferous forests. Meets as needed.

Fireworks: Chairmen - Mark Fritz & Mike Hutchinson (847-2171)
This task force plans, raises funds for, and produces the annual 4th of July fireworks display.

Promotions & Events: Chairman - Paul Sandman, (847.2001)
The Promotions & Events Committee (Retail) develops and coordinates community retail promotions that enhance and create an awareness of the Detroit Lakes area as the region's shopping hub for goods and services. Meets 2nd Tuesdays, 8 a.m.

Tourism: Chairman - Dave Larson, (847.1681)
The Tourism Committee develops and actively promotes the Detroit Lakes Region as a year-round tourism destination. Meets 1st Wednesday, 8:00 a.m.

WE Fest Shuttle/Info. Booth: Chairmen - Dawn Olson (847-1679), & Kim Fuhs (847-5505).
This task force recruits and schedules volunteers to man the shuttle booth ticket sales & information booth. Volunteers receive WE Fest passes, shuttle tickets and t-shirts. Meets as needed.

If you would like more information about these committees or volunteer opportunities, please call the committee chairman or the Chamber at 847-9202.

Membership Directory/Buyer's Guide - This handy reference directory lists members alphabetically, categorically, and by who's who.

Chamber Staff

Carrie Johnston Chamber Staff President
Jean Erickson Chamber Staff Office Manager
Becca Arndt Chamber Staff Members Services Coordinator
Cleone Stewart Chamber Staff Tourism Director

Board of Directors

 2011-2012 Chair: LeAnn Mouw, Essentia Health St. Mary's

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