Cultivating Leaders.
Empowering Communities.
Launched in October 2025, the Center for Civic Engagement prepares individuals for public office and supports businesses that encourage civic participation. As legislative terms conclude in the coming years, this initiative ensures our region has a strong pipeline of informed, business-minded leaders ready to serve.
we believe everyone has a role to play.
Our commitment is to:
Cultivate Community Leaders
Encourage and prepare individuals to step into a leadership role, whether serving on a board, running for office, or contributing through volunteer service.
Invest in People
Provide resources, training, and opportunities that make civic participation accessible, flexible, and rewarding for people at all stages of life and careers.
Foster a Culture of Service
Build a community where civic involvement is valued and celebrated, ensuring that participation in public life strengthens, not hinders, personal and professional growth.
Lead by Example
Share nonpartisan election information, host community discussions, and connect citizens with mentors and pathways into public service so more people feel empowered to participate.
True progress takes courage — the courage to step forward, to listen, to collaborate, and to lead. If we take no action, nothing changes. Together, we can move our region forward — one conversation, one vote, one leader at a time.
CCE Founding Circle Members
Ambassador Cleaning
Cardinal IG
Cass County Electric Cooperative
Dabbert Custom Homes LLC
Delta Hotels by Marriot
Ellingson Companies
Essentia Health
Eventide Senior Living Communities
Flint Group / RR46
Gate City Bank
Great States Construction Inc
Microsoft
Northern Plains Ethics Institute at NDSU
Otter Tail Power Company
ROERS
Sanford Fargo
The Study ND
United Savings Credit Union
Vistal, Moore Engineering, and Communication Network Engineering (CNE)
Xcel Energy
The Chamber is a catalyst for growth and prosperity.