The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of its new president, Matthew Baumgartner. Baumgartner will take the seat of long-time president David Ross, who is retiring from the Chamber July 31 after 24 years of service. Matt brings an impressive slate of talent and experience to
You have an exciting opportunity to strengthen our Chamber by nominating a talented business leader to serve on our Board of Directors. This person can be a colleague of yours or yourself. Serving on our board is an effective and enjoyable way to connect with leaders who concurrently are dedicating time and talent in
The Duluth Area Chamber is committed to evaluating the COVID-19 guidelines as they continue to evolve. With the removal of mask mandates across the state, the Chamber is announcing the return of our events to in-person gatherings. Event format will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Each event will be hosted considering the most
The voice of business since 1870, our Chamber serves as the premier advocate for Duluth area commerce and industry by facilitating collaboration between the leaders of business, government, education, labor, and the greater community. We actively create innovative opportunities for business to advance within local and regional economies. Committed to moving business forward, the
Member to Member Spring Specials Shop Local | Eat Local | Support Local | Gift Local We encourage you to shop local, eat local, support local, and gift local utilizing our 2021 Spring Guide below. Browse the offers and click to read more. These businesses are members of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce.
Now Hiring Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Position: President The Duluth Area Chamber is seeking to hire our next President. If you wish to be a candidate for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to: Ken Buck at kbconsulting@mchsi.com by April 30, 2021. The Chamber 2021 Action Plan, Our Path Forward,
The Duluth Area Chamber, on behalf of its many Chamber members who operate bars, breweries, brewpubs, cideries, distilleries, liquor stores, restaurants, and wineries, has written a letter of support advocating for the passing of The Drink Local Economic Recovery Act. The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically affected the food & beverage industry in Minnesota, with
January 2021 was the launch of a new year of educational trainings from the Duluth Area Chamber. We are pleased to offer these events free to chamber members, courtesy of generous sponsors. In the event you were unable to attend any of the January educational offerings, we have made each available to you to view
The business community plays an important role in creating a welcoming community that will attract and retain skilled workers from diverse backgrounds. Studies show that while employers may believe they are creating an inclusive environment within their organization, their employees are not experiencing it. To close that perception between what employers think they're doing
Notice of My Plan to Retire January 12, 2021 By David Ross For the past twenty-four years, it has been a remarkable privilege, and a joy, to serve as the Duluth Area Chamber’s President and Chief Executive Officer. I have thoroughly enjoyed serving you - our members. Additionally, I have been energized by the
