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Season’s Greetings from Your Chamber Family |
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As the holidays arrive, we’re feeling especially grateful for our Chamber members and the year we’ve shared together. Your support, collaboration, and commitment to our business community make a real difference, and we couldn’t do this work without you. We wish you peace, prosperity, and a joyful season ahead.  And if your holiday to-do list still includes a bit of last-minute shopping (we’ve all been there), don’t forget - supporting local businesses is the gift that keeps on giving.  Happy Holidays to you and yours!  - Kristi O'Connor, Shelly Imdieke, Vicki Lenneman, Bradley Hoelscher, Julie Lunning, Laura Wagner and Emily Bertram St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce |
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Connect, learn, grow! |
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Join us for Waite Park Chamber on Wednesday, December 17th hosted by Servpro Team Hickman at the Moose Family Center. Doors open at 11:15am for networking, meeting starts at 11:45am - register now! |
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Thursday, December 18th is Sauk Rapids Chamber hosted by Bookkeeping Barista at The Clearing in Sauk Rapids. Networking begins at 11:15am and the meeting goes from 11:45am-1pm, register now to attedn! |
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Here are a few more important dates to put on your calendar, but don't forget to check out our full events calendar for even more. |
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With the goal of keeping you informed and up to date, these news bites feature local, regional and national news items that relate to the business community in Central Minnesota.  LOCAL Play your part in the planning process. The City of St. Cloud is drafting a Downtown Comprehensive Plan that will guide its development and planning efforts over the next decade. Learn more  Happening tonight: Waite Park City Council will be considering the adoption of the 2026 budget at their meeting on December 15th, 2025. Click here to review the proposed 2026 budget. Click here for more information.  Need workers? Use this Employer Guide to Recruiting at SCTCC for more information on connecting with students at St. Cloud Technical and Community College.  STATE & NATIONAL New parents can apply now. If you welcomed a child in 2025, you may be able to apply today to take leave to bond with your child. Learn more  Most entities need to be renewed yearly to stay active in Minnesota. The good news is that renewing your business is quick, easy, and for most entity types, free. Learn more  The Demolition Loan Program helps development authorities remove blighted or hazardous buildings when no redevelopment plan is in place. Loans can cover up to 100% of eligible demolition costs, including asbestos abatement and, in some cases, site acquisition. Learn more  To determine the most attractive states for employment, WalletHub compared the 50 states across 34 key indicators of job-market strength and economic health. Minnesota came in third place nationally. Learn more |
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Welcome New Members |
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A warm welcome to these members that joined the Chamber in November, 2025. We are so happy you're with us! |
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Lunchtime Learning Lineup: Spring 2026 |
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The St. Cloud Area Chamber’s Business Development Council brings important and useful information to business people over the lunch hour through a series of lunchtime lectures. Take part in this educational networking event which includes audience introductions, lunch, a presentation, time for questions, networking, and a business card exchange. |
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DETAILS All sessions take place at the Chamber office, 1411 W. St. Germain Street, Suite 101, from 12 ? 1 p.m and include lunch. The cost is $25 for members and $35 for the general public,  PLUS: Purchase a SEASON PASS for $100 and get in to all 5 sessions ? a savings of $25!  February 4: Mind, Body, Purpose and Connection: Dimensions of Wellness at Work Speaker: Heidi Uphus, Marco Technologies Sponsor: Shanti Yoga Center March 11: Forecasting the Important Stuff: The Fine Art of Being (Almost) Right Speaker: King Banaian, St. Cloud State University Sponsor: Minnewest Bank |
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April 1: Investing in Interns and Part-Time Employees Speakers: Tammy Stark, Career Solutions; Lacey Solheid, Blattner; Rachel Theis, St. Cloud ROX Sponsor: Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Homes  May 13: From Burnout to Balance: Sleep & Lifestyle Habits That Work Speakers: Rebecca White, Aslan Health and Jennifer Blum, Synergy Sleep & Health Sponsor: Alliance Imaging  Speaker: Rachael Sogge, Eyecon Graphics Sponsor: Paramount Center for the Arts |
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Supervisor Development Certificate Program
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The Supervisor Development Program is designed for new supervisors, those with limited formal training, or anyone looking to strengthen their leadership skills. Through six courses covering six key areas, participants gain practical tools to lead with confidence, adaptability, and a human-centered approach. Offered by the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, the program helps supervisors move beyond “pushing” to truly leading—bringing out the best in their teams and building stronger, more effective workplaces. |
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Featured Committee: Sauk Rapids Executive Committee |
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The Sauk Rapids Executive Committee is a group of volunteers that meets monthly on the Tuesday prior to the monthly Sauk Rapids Chamber meeting. They are responsible for getting hosts and speakers and running the monthly meetings. The committee meets monthly to plan Sauk Rapids Chamber meetings, braistorm new ideas, and finalize host commitments. |
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Sauk Rapids Executive Committee
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Thank you Sauk Rapids Executive Committee for planning and executing great meetings that showcase our members and the Sauk Rapids community! |
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About Sauk Rapids Chamber The Waite Park Chamber is a place where business, education, and the government come together for the betterment of the community. It was started in 2004 when community leaders worked together to raise the profile of this great community.  Meetings: Monthly on the fourth Thursday of every month from 11:45AM to 1PM, typically at The Clearing in Sauk Rapids.  Hosting: To host Sauk Rapids Chamber, contact Emmitt Edwards. |
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St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 1411 West Saint Germain Street, ste. 101 St. Cloud, Minnesota, 56301 Â 320-251-2940 |
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