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Woman shaking hands with an employer thanks to the Community Concierge program.

5 Ways the Community Concierge Program Helps You Close the Deal with Top Talent

July 28, 2025

Help top talent say yes. Community Concierge makes relocation easier and boosts retention through personalized, people-first support.

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Attendees seated in the audience at the Midwest Tech Summit, listening intently to speakers on innovation, AI and the future of technology.

At the Midwest Tech Summit: Why Leaders Can’t Afford to Fall Behind in the Age of AI

July 25, 2025

Explore how AI and data infrastructure are reshaping Midwest business and why forward-thinking leaders can’t afford to miss the Midwest Tech Summit.

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Young professionals sit around the table networking during YPN's Breakfast Club event.

How GiGi’s Playhouse Is Building Confident, Community-Minded Leaders With YPN

July 25, 2025

How GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo invests in leadership, confidence and community through the Young Professionals Network—and why it’s paying off.

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Legislators speak to business and community leaders during a panel discussion recapping the 2025 North Dakota Legislative Session, hosted by The Chamber.

Inside the North Dakota Legislature: What Businesses Need to Know from the 2025 Session

July 24, 2025

Discover takeaways from the 2025 North Dakota Legislative Session: what passed, what it means for business and how to stay engaged.

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John Deere

How John Deere Fargo is Building Tomorrow’s Workforce

July 22, 2025

John Deere’s revolutionary apprenticeship program is changing the trajectory of young people’s careers before they even graduate high school.

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Group of attendees at the Midwest Summit networking

The Future of Business is at the Midwest Technology Summit: How AI and Data Infrastructure Are Changing the Game

July 21, 2025

Learn how AI and data infrastructure are changing the game for Midwest businesses at the Midwest Technology Summit in Fargo on August 14.

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Alyssa Lakosky of JBC Commercial connects with other young professionals at Young Professionals Network (YPN) Off the Clock social.

From Experience to Empowerment: A Business Leader’s Take on YPN

July 14, 2025

Discover how JBC Commercial Real Estate and business leader Jim Buus leverage the Young Professionals Network (YPN) to empower early career talent, strengthen company culture and invest in the region’s future.

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Dustin Mitzel, CEO of Happy Harry's Bottle Shops in Fargo and Grand Forks, voices his key priorities at the Washington, D.C., Fly-In

Discussions in D.C. | Key Priorities from FMWF Business Leaders

July 9, 2025

Explore the key priorities FMWF business leaders brought to Washington, D.C., and how these efforts aim to strengthen our regional economy.

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Two women having a conversation at the June Women Connect event, Chapters of Change

Personal and Professional Growth Toolkit for Women: Building Your Own ‘Chapters of Change’ List

July 9, 2025

Discover how to build your toolkit to support personal and professional growth with inspiration and resources from Women Connect.

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Women sharing their favorite self-improvement tools at a recent Women Connect event, Chapters of Change.

Five Self-Improvement Tools for Women Serious About Growth

July 9, 2025

Explore self-improvement tools for women who want to grow personally and professionally curated by the Women Connect community.

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Woman listening to podcast through earbuds. Stock image from Envato.

Top Ten Podcasts for Women Looking to Lead, Grow and Connect with Purpose

July 9, 2025

Discover a curated guide of podcasts to help women lead, grow and connect with purpose recommended by the Women Connect community.

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Books that help with grow laying on a table, courtesy of the Women Connect community

Top Ten Books That Actually Help Women Grow

July 9, 2025

Discover a curated guide of books that help women lead, grow and connect with purpose from the Women Connect community.

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Fargo Moorhead Legion Riders present a check to the American Legion National Commander.

Built to Belong: Moorhead American Legion Captures the Community’s Hearts

July 8, 2025

Read how Moorhead American Legion earned the 2025 ChamberChoice People’s Choice award, through impact, community service and lasting legacy.

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Brewhalla, located in Fargo, North Dakota. 2025 ChamberChoice Emerging Business of the Year.

At the Heart of Fargo: Brewhalla Builds Community Through Food and Fun

July 1, 2025

Brewhalla, Emerging Business of the Year, is transforming the region through local food, fun event spaces and community-focused innovation.

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Education professionals sit around a table during the 2025 EDventures program to discuss bias in education.

One Story, Many Lenses: How EDventures Sparked Conversations About Bias in Education

June 30, 2025

Read how EDventures sparked conversations about unconscious bias and inspired educators to build more inclusive, student-centered classrooms.

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Kristi Huber

Reclaim Your Voice: Why Radical Clarity Is Essential for Women in Leadership

June 25, 2025

Discover how Radical Clarityâ„¢ helps women in leadership reconnect, realign and lead with purpose, joy and confidence.

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