Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce | Experience Wayzata: The Gateway to Lake Minnetonka

A NOTE FROM THE BOARD CHAIR

Chamber members, 

August is summertime’s glorious “victory lap”. After two months of nonstop fun in the sun, August grants us one last chance to stop and smell the roses before school resumes and businesses ramp up. The eighth month of the calendar year brings us time to still play in the water, enjoy moments with family members, and participate in exciting Chamber opportunities!

Join us on August 13 as we welcome Lakeside Decking with a Ribbon Cutting Celebration. The fun continues with our Libations by the Lake on Thursday, August 22 at Lord Fletcher’s Wharf. Enjoy refreshing drinks, great company, and the stunning views of Lake Minnetonka. Many Chamber members have added their events to our calendar for August. Click here to see what else is happening this month. 

The Chamber Person of the Year event is just around the corner, and we need your help to identify the exceptional person who has made a significant impact in our community. Please submit a nomination for the Chamber Person of the Year Award by August 16. We hope to see you at this great event on Thursday, October 10, click here to register. 

Lastly, August is the springboard for this year’s 50th anniversary celebration of James J. Hill Days, September 6-8. You can help us celebrate this major festival milestone in multiple ways!

  1. DONATE: Nothing embodies the spirit of Wayzata quite like James J. Hill Days and our dazzling Wayzata Bay fireworks show. Make a booming impact by donating to help continue this beautiful tradition (plus the first donors to give $50 or more receive a beer on us at JJHD!). CLICK HERE to give >>
  2. VOLUNTEER: Volunteers make these events possible. Please consider signing you, your family, or your coworkers up for a volunteer shift. Whether you’re working the beer tent, welcoming guests, or assisting Street Market vendors, you will be making an incredible impact. CLICK HERE to volunteer >> 
  3. SHARE: Share your memories with us! If you have any photos from previous James J. Hill Days events that you can share with us to be included in a celebratory montage, please send them to us at info@wayzatachamber.com. 

Enjoy August’s “victory lap”.

– Jim Camarata, 2024 Board Chair,
Keller Williams Premier Realty – Lake Minnetonka

MEMBER UPDATES

Congratulations to Finn + Lola Pet Hospitality on their three-year anniversary! Within those three years, they’ve welcomed 19 new families, accomplished 160 Homestay Nights, and 2,095 miles of dog walks.

With the help of the community, Crew Carwash’s Crew for Kids raised $201,786 in total for Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across Indiana and Minnesota. The company has raised more than $1,200,000 for the nonprofit since its inaugural Crew for Kids fundraiser in 2010. This year, over $10,900 will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities.

Congratulations to Pro-Tree on celebrating 10 Years! Over the past 10 years, Pro-Tree has grown from a small startup to a leading name in arboriculture, expanding our team, services, and expertise. Way to go, team!

Congratulations to McCormick’s Pub & Restaurant on 14 years of great service and fantastic food. What a milestone to celebrate!

Give a Wayzata Welcome to our New Members! 

  1. Compassionate Transitions, LLC
  2. Gateway Fiber
  3. Langsdale LLC
  4. Sharp Creative
  5. Med • Studio

Be Sure to Support our Renewing Members

    1. 360 Financial 
    2. Broadway Tent & Event
    3. Black Dog Homes Co. 
    4. Blue Water Theatre Company
    5. CEL Marketing PR Design
    6. City View Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning
    7. Engel & Völkers
    8. EOS Worldwide/TractionCraft
    9. Excelsior Energy Group
    10. Home Instead
    11. Inspired Athletx
    12. JOY Home Organizing
    13. The International School of Minnesota
    14. Luce Line Brewing Co. 
    15. MVMT LAB
    16. New Heart Doula Care, LLC
    17. Nothing Bundt Cakes 
    18. Parks’ Place Memory Care
    19. Red Cow
    20. Regency Centers
    21. Sanford, Pierson, Thone & Strean PLC – Chris Pierson
    22. Skingevity Med Spa
    23. Stinson Services Inc.
    24. The Red Rooster 
    25. Quayside Apartments
    26. Ultimate Events 
    27. Westside Family Dentistry 

View profiles in our Member Directory. 

WHO’S HIRING? 

 

IS YOUR BUSINESS HIRING? LET US KNOW AT INFO@WAYZATACHAMBER.COM

The 2024 Elections are already taking center stage as we head to Election Day on November 5th. Aside from the national races, the Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with the League of Women Voters Wayzata-Plymouth to raise awareness and encourage our members to attend upcoming local candidate forums. Several races in the west metro impact the business community. There are key races at the city, school, county, legislative, and congressional levels. This is a great opportunity to share matters of interest and importance to you while meeting the candidates seeking your support. The Chamber hopes you will attend one or more forums and make your voice heard.

July Ribbon Cutting Celebrations!

Nail Boutique
Reflections Dental Studio
Gateway Fiber
Soon to be serving the City of Plymouth with high-speed
100% fiber internet service
Tonka Boat Rentals

James J. Hill Days: Celebrating 50 Years of Fun

Introducing the Wayzata Design District

Member Tip: Volunteer at James J. Hill Days! 

James J. Hill Days wouldn’t be the same without our AMAZING Wavemaker volunteers! They help create a fun, positive, and welcoming environment all weekend long. Join us and be part of the big weekend! From serving at the Beer + Wine Tent to assisting Street Market vendors with setup, there’s something for everyone!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP >>