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Wednesday, December 02, 2020
FMWF Chamber to Host Virtual Legislative Preview Summit
The four-day series will feature legislative leaders from North Dakota, Minnesota, and Washington, D.C. Moorhead, Minn. (December 2, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber is excited to host a virtual legislative preview summit in advance of both Minnesota and North Dakota’s legislative sessions, as well as the next Congress. “As we prepare for these important sessions in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Washington, D.C., it is critically important for our business community to hear from our elected
Tuesday, October 13, 2020FMWF Chamber names new CEO
Moorhead, Minnesota (October 13, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber is excited to announce Shannon Full as the new president and CEO of the organization. “Shannon brings a passion for building and sustaining prosperous communities,” said Sandi Piatz, chair of The Chamber’s Chamber Board of Directors. “This passion inspired the board, and we’re thrilled to see what innovative and effective initiatives Shannon will use to lead The Chamber and the entire Fargo Moorhead West Fargo community
Tuesday, September 01, 2020The Chamber Announces 2020-21 Board Members
Moorhead, Minn. (September 1, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber has named its 2020-21 Board of Directors. The newly elected board members are Kara Jorvig, Allegro Group, and Tami Norgard, Vogel Law Firm. In addition, Sandi Piatz, Microsoft, has been named chair. Shawn Dobberstein, Hector International Airport, has been named chair elect. Peter Stenehjem, First International Bank & Trust, has been named treasurer. Jodi Duncan, Flint Group, will serve as the member-at-large. Tom Dawson, Dawson
Wednesday, August 26, 20202020 ChamberChoice Award Winners Announced
Moorhead, Minnesota (August 26, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce announced its 2020 ChamberChoice Award winners at its annual awards luncheon today. The organizations and individual receiving honors were: Not-for-Profit of the Year: Valley Senior ServicesSmall Business of the Year: SagencyBusiness of the Year: BNG TeamYoung Professionals Best Place to Work: Vogel Law FirmEntrepreneur of the Year: Tom McDougall, High Point NetworksPeople’s Choice: CHI Friendship The winners were
Tuesday, August 18, 2020Chamber announces new education series, “Building Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces”
Moorhead, Minn. (August 18, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of a new virtual education series, Building Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces, available at no charge for all businesses and individuals beginning this fall. Developed by topic experts and business leaders, this six-part series provides sessions focused on inclusive workplace practices. “Building Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces” supports employers to build even better workplaces where all
Tuesday, August 18, 2020FMWF Chamber Releases Statement on Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Moorhead, Minn. (August 18, 2020) – Last week, the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors approved a continued commitment to diversity & inclusion, and issued the following statement. The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce supports diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces and communities for all, and is against discrimination of any kind. We believe that every individual should have equal opportunity and access. We believe differences should be celebrated and that
Monday, August 03, 2020Chamber Announces 2020-21 Leadership Class
The Chamber has announced its 2020-21 Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo program class. The following individuals were selected from a pool of applicants to participate in the prestigious program. The 2020-21 Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo class is: Alex Kizima, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Red River ValleyAlex Lacey, Gate City BankAmanda Keller, SCHEELSAndrew Smith, Vogel Law FirmAshley Parsons, WEX Health Inc.Audrey Charchenko, Rasmussen CollegeBrady Blomberg, HUB InternationalChelsey
Monday, August 03, 2020Admiral William McRaven to Headline 2020 Voices of Vision
Retired four-star admiral, U.S. Navy veteran, former University of Texas System chancellor and author Admiral William H. McRaven will bring his expertise and insights to the metro when he headlines The Chamber’s 11th annual Voices of Vision on Thursday, November 19, from noon to 1:30 at the Delta by Marriott. McRaven’s empowering commencement speech, titled ‘Make Your Bed’ at the University of Texas in 2014 went viral in 2017, and he has been one of the most requested military speakers on the speaking
Wednesday, July 01, 2020Chamber Names Steve D. Scheel 2020 Legacy Leader; Announces Annual Celebration
Moorhead, Minn. (July 1, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber has named Scheels board chair, Steve D. Scheel, the recipient of the 2020 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 Chamber, metropolitan community and region. Scheel was selected by a nomination committee based on his leadership in business and in the community. Steve Scheel was born and raised in Fargo, and
Monday, May 18, 2020Chamber Announces 2020 YEA! Investor Panel Shark Tank Winners
Moorhead, Minn. (May 18, 2020) – Last week, the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber hosted its Investor Panel Shark Tank as part of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) program. Ameera Gaal, a freshman at Sheyenne High School, took first place in the competition for her business, Enhance, which makes magnetic accessories for hijabs. Ameera received $600 in funding and was named our local YEA! Saunders Scholar and will advance to the national competition in August in Rochester, New York. Additionally,
Tuesday, May 12, 2020FMWF Chamber named finalist for 2020 Chamber of the Year Award
Moorhead, Minnesota (May 12, 2020) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for the 2020 Chamber of the Year award, presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). The award is the most prestigious and competitive recognition presented annually by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. ACCE is an association of more than 9,000 professionals from 1,500 chambers of commerce, including 93 of the top 100 U.S. metro areas. The Chamber of
Thursday, August 01, 2019Chamber Announces 2019-20 Leadership Class
Moorhead, Minnesota (August 1, 2019) – The Chamber has announced its 2019-20 Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo program class. The following individuals were selected from a pool of applicants to participate in the prestigious program. The 2019-20 Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo class is: Jessica Heilman, AlerusSarah Fuchs, Anne Carlsen CenterMatt Bushard, Bell BankJessie Azure, Beyond RealtyKristin Gille, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North DakotaLindsey Cernik, Border States ElectricRammie Olson,
Tuesday, July 02, 2019Peyton Manning to Headline 2019 Voices of Vision
Moorhead, Minn. (July 2, 2019) – NFL legend, philanthropist and entrepreneur Peyton Manning will bring his expertise and insights to the metro when he headlines The Chamber’s 10th annual Voices of Vision on Tuesday, November 5, from noon to 1:30 at the Sanford Health Athletic Complex. Manning knows how to build successful teams and overcome adversity. He shares his real-world tips on how others can adapt to change and come out on top. He’ll speak to the audience about how he creates a winning team culture
Wednesday, May 22, 2019Fueling Our Future Announces Launch of Initiative
Fargo, N.D. (May 22, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation (EDC), along with public and private sector leaders, announced the launch of the Fueling Our Future initiative at a press conference today. Successful planning and fundraising have brought more than 30 top regional business and community leaders together to focus on large-scale solutions that will help shape the community and economic landscape of the greater Fargo
Friday, May 17, 20192019 ChamberChoice Award Winners Announced
Moorhead, Minnesota (May 17, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce announced its 2019 ChamberChoice Award winners at its annual awards luncheon on May 17. The organizations and individual receiving honors were: • Not-for-Profit of the Year:Vocational Training Center • Small Business of the Year: Games Galore Party Rental • Business of the Year:Power Plate Meals • Young Professionals Best Place to Work:Eide Bailly, LLP • Entrepreneur of the Year:Jeff Shipley, Jeff
Wednesday, May 08, 2019Chamber staff honored at YWCA Women of the Year awards
Moorhead, Minnesota (May 8, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce is proud to share that two of its staff were nominated and recognized at the YWCA 46th Annual Women of the Year Awards this week.Casey Sanders, manager of membership, was nominated in the Advocating for Equality category for her work with the YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties and volunteerism supporting women with family members facing addiction. At the YMCA, Sanders pushed her team to remove barriers for individuals who are
Tuesday, May 07, 2019Chamber Wins 2019 MACE Award
The Bridge named “Publication of the Year” Moorhead, Minnesota (May 7, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce received the Publication of the Year Award at the 2019 Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE) conference last week in Sioux Falls, S.D. The award recognized the monthly Chamber newsletter, The Bridge. The annual MACE awards are given by the MACE committee as an example of the highest examples of hard work, passion and effort displayed by chambers across a six-state region. The
Wednesday, March 13, 2019Chamber announces new Professionals of Color program
Moorhead, Minn. (March 13, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of a new program. Professionals of Color (POC) now offers development and networking opportunities to the range of diverse professionals in the region. As an advocate of the regional business community, The Chamber recognizes that addressing the evolving demographic of our metro is fundamental to the growth and sustainability of its members. Professionals of Color is for all members of the business
Monday, March 04, 2019Chamber Launches New Website, Database
Moorhead, Minnesota (March 5, 2019) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce announces that a brand-new, redesigned Chamber website has just launched. The new and improved fmwfchamber.com boasts many new and exciting features. Aside from a cleaner look and better navigation, it also now has responsive design, so visitors can access information on any device. It’s easier than ever to explore upcoming events, learn more about Chamber events, committees and programs, read recent news, browse the
Friday, May 04, 2018Chamber Wins 2018 MACE Award
Moorhead, Minnesota (May 4, 2018) – The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce received the Digital Campaign of the Year Award at the 2018 Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE) Conference this week in Sioux Falls, S.D. The award recognized the 2017 Voices of Vision event featuring NBA legend and accomplished businessman Shaquille O’Neal. The annual MACE awards are given by the MACE committee as an example of the highest examples of hard work, passion and effort displayed by chambers across a
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