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Committees

DON’T JUST JOIN THE CHAMBER, BELONG.

Becoming a member of the Chamber is just the beginning. As an active, problem-solving organization, the strength of the Chamber lies in its membership. As the primary voice of business in our city, the Chamber mobilizes members to promote and drive important initiatives that benefit our region’s business environment. We encourage you to join a committee and add your voice to the growing business community in Freeborn County.

Groups

Ag Committee

Agricultural Committee – The Agricultural Committee helps to promote agricultural education and works to promote agribusiness in the Albert Lea-Freeborn County area to reaffirm important links between agriculture and the business community. Meets: Second Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Ambassadors

We encourage all of our member businesses to consider having someone from their business apply to become a Chamber Ambassador. - Ambassadors are the public relations arm of the Chamber. Chamber “Green Coats” work to create an atmosphere of goodwill within our community as the official representatives of the Chamber and our business community. Chamber Ambassadors conduct ribbon cutting ceremonies, host Business After Hours events, organize the Chamber’s All Member Invitational Golf Outing, our Annual Meeting, and volunteer at multiple other Chamber events throughout the year. Committee conducts Member Visits: First Wednesdays of each month at 10:00 AM. Ribbon Cuttings and Meetings: Third Wednesday most months from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Business Education Collaborative

The Business Education Collaborative leads the business community and educators in partnerships that impact public education, expand access to higher education, and develop a 21st-century workforce to successfully compete in the global economy. The council also develops strategies and policy changes to secure a workforce to meet the needs of Freeborn County area employers. Meets: Currently on hiatus

Chamber Board of Directors

The Chamber Board of Directors are committed volunteers selected from our Chamber membership. The Chamber Board establishes the policies, sets the budget, and implements the Chamber's program of work. Meets: Fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Executive Committee

The Board of Directors elects an Executive Committee of five officers to transact business between meetings of the Board. The Board also employs an Executive Director, who hires a staff of professionals to conduct daily business and operate the Chamber office, and to assist the volunteers in the accomplishment of our goals. Meets: Second Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Governmental Affairs

The public policy arm of the Chamber, the mission of this group is to be a proactive voice on public policy issues that impact our members, particularly at the local level. The committee studies issues that affect business and advocates for business interests and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding adopting a position or taking action on those issues. This committee also partners with the Minnesota Chamber and other local chambers throughout the state as part of the Minnesota Chamber Federation. Meets: Fourth Wednesday of each month from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Worksite Wellness Committee

The goal of this committee is to get more businesses Blue Zones Designated. Representatives from local businesses get together and share best practices and offer solutions for worksites, to inspire employees to be happier, healthier and more productive at work and at home. Meets: Third Wednesday of every month from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.