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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, May 23, 2023Women Connect Recap | The Power of Community with Kara Isley
Karla Isley, President and CEO of United Way of Cass-Clay, took the stage May 23 to share her secret to success with the Women Connect community, discussing The Power of Community. The Power of Women. Attendees came to connect and learn about the best ways to intentionally build their communities as women through professional networking and shared values. Isley presented The Power of Community. The Power of Women. to teach attendees how to uncover their potential to influence their community, touching on
Hannah Anderson
Wednesday, April 12, 2023Eggs & Issues recap – Facing the future together: Energy and ag
On April 11, The Chamber’s Eggs & Issues series welcomed the business community to learn about and discuss recent history and trends of agriculture and energy. For the states of Minnesota and North Dakota, agriculture and energy are essential, defining sectors that power our states. With spring right around the corner, what better time to dive into agriculture and discuss what can be expected in the coming months?
Hannah Anderson
Friday, February 19, 2021Highlights from the 2021 Economic Outlook
Two recent events have no doubt shaped the current climate of our community, state and nation. We dove into these at last month’s Economic Outlook event. Joining us for a virtual discussion, two experts presented on data and trends, and offered analysis and insight to those in attendance.
Amanda Huggett
Monday, January 18, 2021Area mayors talk challenges, successes at 2021 State of the Cities
Challenges, opportunities, growth, goals and successes from the past year were discussed by our area’s mayors at January’s State of the Cities event. Xcel Energy’s Tony Grindberg emceed. Our local leaders discussed everything from pandemic response and impact, taxes, infrastructure and area amenities, diversity and inclusion initiatives, career workforce academies, flood protection, and opportunities for collaboration. Some of the highlights from each city are below.
Amanda Huggett
Tuesday, December 1, 2020Higher education overview and updates from institution presidents: Eggs & Issues recap
Our region’s higher education institutions are integral to the vitality of our community, and with a combined power of 35,000 students, they have an impressive economic impact and fill valuable workforce needs. We gathered at December’s Eggs & Issues to talk to the presidents of the five largest institutions – those that make up the Tri-College partnership – to learn more about each of their initiatives, successes and updates.
Amanda Huggett
Friday, September 18, 2020Highlights from our 10th Annual Celebration
It was a virtual party last month as we rang in our 10-year anniversary as a merged chamber and celebrated with a new format for our ‘Annual Meeting,’ where we shared laughs, reflections and inspiration and honored some of the amazing individuals in our community.
Amanda Huggett
Monday, July 13, 2020Overview of the impact of oil in our region
Just one day before July’s Eggs & Issues on the oil industry’s economic impact on our region, news broke that a federal judge had ordered the Dakota Access Pipeline to shut down and be drained—an announcement that made this discussion that much timelier and relevant.
Amanda Huggett
Wednesday, June 24, 2020Panel shares how workplaces can support diversity & inclusion
At June's Eggs & Issues, we explored how our workplaces can best support a diversity and inclusion through our missions, strategies and practices. Moderated by Moorhead Mayor and M State Director of Equity and Inclusion Johnathan Judd, panelists shared their personal experiences as well as professional advice, and included Colette Campbell, SVP/Director of Talent Acquisition, Diversity and Inclusion, Bremer Bank; Dieumerci Christel, Founder & CEO, Enlight; and Kelsey Gordon, Operations Program Manager,
Amanda Huggett
Monday, February 25, 2019Talk on trends, tech at Economic Outlook Forum
Growth was a theme at this year’s Economic Outlook Forum, as 500 attendees learned what’s happening around both our state and nation.
Amanda Huggett
Friday, January 11, 2019State of the Cities 2019 Highlights
Enthusiasm and a spirit of collaboration exuded from the 2019 State of the Cities stage, where our region's four mayors gathered to share updates from their cities. With two newly elected mayors joining the panel for the first time, attendees got the hear how all our leaders are working for the betterment of our metro, what growth they've seen, and what their vision is for the future
Amanda Huggett
Thursday, September 20, 2018Highlights from the 2018 Annual Meeting
It's been another spectacular (fiscal) year here at The Chamber, and we had such a great time celebrating it all with you at our Annual Meeting yesterday at the Holiday Inn, sponsored by Midco.
Amanda Huggett
Monday, September 10, 2018Area K-12 Education Update: Eggs & Issues Recap
Fargo Moorhead West Fargo has always had a great education system. With three newly appointed superintendents each starting their positions in their respective districts, our k-12 educational landscape is a hot topic.
Amanda Huggett
Friday, August 10, 2018Details on our downtown developments
At our August Downtown Developments-focused Eggs & Issues, we welcomed in three community leaders to share about our three downtown communities. These three leaders gave an excellent presentation regarding the growth, challenges and exciting plans for our vibrant downtowns.
Katie Mastel
Wednesday, July 25, 2018Frank Abagnale presents on "Stealing Your Life"
Yesterday, former con man turned FBI consultant, speaker, author and inspiration for the famed movie Catch Me If You Can, Frank Abagnale visited Fargo to present to an audience of about 1,000 people on how to protect themselves from fraud and scams.
Amanda Huggett
Monday, May 14, 2018Honoring the 2018 ChamberChoice winners
It was an afternoon with the stars at last week's 2018 ChamberChoice Awards luncheon at the Delta by Marriott, where we honored a new group of businesses, non-profits and entrepreneurs in our community. James Cunningham returned as emcee.
Amanda Huggett