More Minnesota workers will soon be able to request and receive pregnancy accommodations and stay on compensated time to express milk in the workplace due to an expanded law that strengthens workplace protections for expectant and new parents. Governor Tim Walz recently signed legislation into state law that strengthens workplace protections for new and
150 Years of Moving Business Forward The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes that the Twin Ports business community is facing challenging and unprecedented times amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. As the voice of business since 1870, we are working tirelessly to serve, support, and encourage our member businesses in this period of
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes five new members to its esteemed board of directors, as well as a new slate of officers, effective immediately. The transition of board members, effective immediately, finalizes the 22-person board of directors. The Chamber’s board of directors serve three-year terms and represent a diversified group of professions
Debuting the Circle of Commerce Campaign (October 2020) As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape the daily operations of the Twin Ports business landscape, the Duluth Chamber remains steadfast in our mission to provide valuable incentives to our members. We are always looking for talented new members to enrich and diversify our membership base, and
On Monday, August 17, Chamber President David Ross distributed a letter to the Duluth Public Utilities Commission and the Duluth City Council regarding the proposed plan for increasing stormwater utility rates. Recognizing the existing hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses, The Chamber’s proposal advocated for a one-year delay on the approaching stormwater
On Thursday, July 16, Fuse Duluth Young Professionals program hosted its first in-person event since Minnesota’s Stay at Home Order in March. Together with the Fuse Leadership Council, we adapted Thursday’s Ignite Your Fuse luncheon to accommodate new safety precautions such as face coverings and social distancing. Ignite Your Fuse attendees gathered outside in
For more than three decades, Leadership Duluth has been educating and empowering Duluth area leaders to take an active role in the betterment of their community and workplaces. On Thursday, June 25, 2020, Leadership Duluth will celebrate 52 graduating leaders. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 32nd annual graduation festivities have been adapted to
