A NOTE FROM THE BOARD CHAIR

Happy August Chamber Members!

Thanks to all of you who came to our Annual Member Appreciation Picnic. My earned run average took quite a hit in the home run derby, but the Twins did reach out, saying I’d fit right in their reliever corps. If you were not able to attend, please know you are appreciated and we are grateful for your membership!

Hopefully you were able to join us this afternoon at the Night to Unite Kickoff Luncheon. It was a wonderful program and time for special recognition, in a room filled with Chamber members, City staff, residents, surrounding community guests and Rotarians. If you weren’t able to make it today, please join us at one of our ribbon cuttings this month where we are welcoming a handful of new members. Check our calendar, and come say hi!

As we gear up for James J. Hill Days next month, I want to highlight a great opportunity for new members to connect and get involved. On August 23, we are having a New Member Orientation & Breakfast at 7:30am at the Depot. Come join us and learn what the Wayzata Area Chamber does, and how you can get the most out of your Chamber membership. It’s also a great chance to learn about the upcoming volunteer opportunities for James J. Hill Days. In my experience, volunteering at James J. Hill days is the best way to connect with the community and other Chamber members. It is inspiring to see all of the hard work from volunteers, and the small but mighty Chamber staff, that goes into an event enjoyed by so many all over the Twin Cities.

Stay cool, and I’ll see you at a Chamber event this month.