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  • The Chamber Blog

  • A forum to find Chamber resources, event recaps, articles and guest posts. Got feedback or want to contribute? Email us at thebridge@fmwfchamber.com. Happy reading!
    Tuesday, March 7, 2023
    Eggs & Issues recap: New Americans in the Workforce

    On March 7, The Chamber’s Eggs & Issues series welcomed the business community for a crucial discussion regarding our New American workforce and how our businesses can embrace and succeed alongside these talented groups. After a dedicated time to network, discuss and connect, attendees heard from a panel of representatives from various organizations and businesses to address the topic at hand.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Friday, February 24, 2023
    Midwest Economic Outlook Summit - Signature Event Recap

    In February, the Delta by Marriott in Fargo was packed full of Chamber and community members to hear from national keynote speakers and panels of regional experts as we discussed the future of our economy. Douglas Duncan of Fannie Mae and Ron Feldman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis pulled the curtain back and gave attendees an in-depth look at the current state of various facets of our economy, as well as their predictions for 2023. The summit was livestreamed to 25 communities across 5 states

    Tyler Fischbach

    Tuesday, February 21, 2023
    The Chamber announces temporary office location

    The FMWF Chamber is announcing its official move from its current office within the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead to a temporary office location within the Cass County Electric Cooperative building in Fargo. The Chamber and the City of Moorhead have enjoyed a productive partnership for over two decades, working closely together to bolster the regional economy and foster business growth. The Chamber’s upcoming move marks another chapter, one that is founded on continued collaboration and regionalism.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Thursday, February 16, 2023
    Announcing Marcus Luttrell as 2023 Voices of Vision Speaker

    The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber announces decorated Navy SEAL, motivational speaker and best-selling author Marcus Luttrell as the keynote speaker for the 2023 Voices of Vision event on Thursday, April 20 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Sanford Health Athletic Complex. Premier sponsor: Nodak Insurance Company.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Monday, January 23, 2023
    The Chamber and MN Businesses Opposing Senate File 2 (SF2)

    Currently, Senate File 2 (SF2) is moving through the Minnesota State Senate and is to be heard in the Senate Health and Services Committee tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m. We are asking Senator Rob Kupec of District 4, who is a member of this committee, to oppose this bill, in an effort to keep payroll taxes low and to protect small and medium-sized businesses from burdensome mandates.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Tuesday, January 17, 2023
    The Chamber's 2023 legislative priorities for MN & ND

    The Chamber has been working diligently in Bismarck since early last week to ensure that our area's voice, concerns and needs are heard as it relates to our most pressing challenges. Workforce was the topic of many bills this week; we actively advocated for the automation tax credit, workforce attraction dollars, career workforce academy funding, and support for NDSU and NDSCS.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Tuesday, October 18, 2022
    Vote No for North Dakota Term Limits - Measure 1

    Katherine Grindberg

    Monday, August 22, 2022
    Chamber names Richard Solberg 2022 Legacy Leader, announces Annual Celebration

    The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber has named Richard Solberg the recipient of the 2022 Legacy Leader Award. This prestigious award recognizes and emphasizes the important role and contributions of long-time local leaders in both shaping and serving the metropolitan community and greater region.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Wednesday, August 3, 2022
    The Chamber Foundation receives $9.62 million EDA grant

    The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber Foundation has been awarded a $9.62 million Economic Development Administration (EDA) Good Jobs Challenge Grant. The Chamber Foundation, in collaboration with backbone organizations such as Grand Farm Research and Education Initiative, North Dakota State College of Science, Emerging Prairie, University of Mary, and Workbay will bolster the region’s economy by developing the skilled workforce needed to support the regional agriculture, manufacturing and technology

    Tyler Fischbach

    Monday, June 27, 2022
    White House Negotiates Revived Build Back Better Economic Plan

    Primacy Strategy Group

    Monday, June 27, 2022
    North Dakota Primary Election Recap

    Primacy Strategy Group

    Wednesday, June 22, 2022
    Celebrating Three Chamber Departures

    This summer we have three very special Chamber Departures from three incredible staff members: Tracy, Casey and Mason! Please join us in giving them a well-deserved congratulations for the impactful work they have done for our organization and the community, and for the BIG things that they will be accomplishing personally and professionally during their next stages. We are extremely proud of all three of you and can’t thank you enough for your enthusiasm and dedication, and wish you a successful future.

    Tyler Fischbach

    Friday, May 27, 2022
    2022 Cass County Voting Guide

    Cale Dunwoody

    Wednesday, May 25, 2022
    2022 ChamberChoice Award Winners

    Kayla Koehmstedt

    Monday, March 28, 2022
    2022 ChamberChoice Awards candidates

    The following businesses and organizations have successfully submitted applications for this year’s ChamberChoice Awards, and are now considered candidates in their respective categories. All of these candidates are in good company and should be proud of their accomplishments and dedication. Help us congratulate them all!

    Tyler Fischbach

    Tuesday, March 22, 2022
    Tax Incentives: A March Eggs & Issues recap

    On Tuesday, March 1, The Chamber hosted three regional developers for a critical conversation on development throughout the metro at the March Eggs and Issues event. One key area of focus during the conversation was tax incentives and how they impact developers, businesses, citizens, and entire communities.

    Tyler Fischbach

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