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Chamber Horizons, USPS 330070, is published monthly by the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. Periodicals postage paid at Alexandria, MN 56308. Postmaster: Send address changes to
Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce | 206 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3161 | www.alexandriamn.org
NOVEMBER 2021 | VOLUME 114 | ISSUE 11
CHAMBERHORIZONS
Official Newsletter of the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of CommercePromoting the Alexandria Lakes Area as the ultimate destination to live, work, play and prosper.
Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
The annual Alexandria Lakes Area Cham-ber of Commerce print directory will be distributed in January 2022 with all current Chamber member information. We need your help to ensure your infor-mation is accurate! Each member was sent an email to review your information and submit changes through the portal. If you are unable to submit changes online, please contact the Chamber to receive a form. Additional paid advertising op-portunities are also available in the print directory!
Contact the Chamber staff at 320-763-3161 or info@
alexandriamn.org with questions.
Membership Directory
Upcoming Chamber EventsWake Up Alexandria!
Friday, November 5 from 7:30-8:30 amAlexandria Senior Center | 414 Hawthorne St. Nonprofit of the Day: Douglas County Historical Society
Wake Up Alexandria!Friday, November 19 from 7:30-8:30 amSERVPRO of Douglas & Otter Tail Counties 2010 42nd Ave. WNonprofit of the Day: Alexandria FCA
Member Webinar: WELL & Company - Healthcare Reimagined
Tuesday, November 30 from 12-1 pmAlexandria Chamber | Virtual Event
37th Business & Industrial Appreciation Day event
honored
Viking BankMore than 400 people gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of Vi-king Bank at the Business & Industrial Appreciation Day (BIAD) luncheon on Wednesday, November 3 at Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center.
Viking Bank was chosen as the 2021 BIAD honoree by the Boards of Directors of the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission and the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce based on impact on the job market, impact on the local economy, capital investment and community contributions.
Alomere Health was also recognized with the newly created Legacy Award. This award recipient is a past BIAD honoree and is recognized for continuing to make an impact in the community.
Members of the Viking Bank team accepted the 2021 BIAD award during a celebration November 3 at Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center.
Legacy Award honoree pictured on page 2.
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Chamber News
WELL & Company, PLLC hosted a ribbon cutting Thursday, October 28 to celebrate its expansion at 1103 Broadway St., Ste. 102. The company expanded into the space next door adding four clinic rooms, three office spaces and space in the back that can be sub-let to two mental health providers. This expansion allows a larger clinic presence with four providers that offer different specialties.
USPS Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation
Member Webinar
Join us on this free Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Mem-ber Webinar to learn how WELL & Company, as a Direct Primary Care model, is dedicated to providing a new healthcare model to our com-munity at an affordable cost. WELL & Company’s defining element is that intimate relationship you de-velop with your patient and provid-er. We believe healthcare should be affordable, accessible, and personal-ized to everyone.
Saundra Lauer, Owner/Founder, Doctor of Nurs-
ing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Member Webinars are unique opportunities for members to host webinars and market their services through the Alexandria Chamber. The Chamber will take care of the marketing, set up the virtual meeting and handle the registrations for you! Webi-nars are open to the public and free to attend. To learn more, call 320-763-3161 or email [email protected].
Healthcare ReimaginedTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 FROM 12 - 1 PM
Virtual event: Register at www.alexandriamn.org.
Jennifer Love, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family
Nurse Practitioner
Jerry Rapp, Carl Vaagenes and Larry Ortloff accepted the 2021 Legacy Award on behalf of Alomere Health at the BIAD luncheon on November 3. This award recognizes a past BIAD honoree for continuing to make an impact in the community.
BIAD continued from page 1
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Happy Thanksgiving We are thankful for all our loyal customers!
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October Hosts
Wake Up AlexandriaWake Up Alexandria is a networking event held the first and third Friday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30 am at a Chamber member location. A dollar gets you in the door, with all proceeds donated to a 501(c)3 nonprofit Chamber member.
Past & Present Home Gallery is owned by Jeff and Lynelle Lanoue. Known as “the antique store with character,” it showcases an eclectic mix of furniture, antiques, collectibles, primitives, a man cave, stained glass lamps, vintage jewelry, coins and many conversation pieces.
Past & Present Home Gallery | October 1619 Broadway St.
Nonprofit of the Day: Alzheimer’s Association MN-ND
Cub Foods offers in-person, curbside, and delivery options. Cub’s deli and bakery make items from scratch. The meat and seafood counter serves a variety of specialty cuts and sea-food. There is also an on-site pharmacy and a fresh flower cooler.
Alexandria Cub Foods | October 152612 S Broadway St.
Nonprofit of the Day: Someplace Safe Thrift Store
October Host
Off the ClockOff the Clock is a networking event available upon request from 4 to 5 pm at a Chamber member location. A dollar gets you in the door, with all proceeds donated to a 501(c)3 nonprofit Chamber member.
Pieter MulderColin Reilly A C A D E M Y A M B A S S A D O R S
Please use QR code to take a simple
survey, focusing on the academy model
at Alexandria Area High School.
Academies of Alexandria Area High SchoolAlexandria Area High School students Pieter Mulder and Colin Reilly are working on a business CAPS project. Their main goals are to improve understanding and
increase awareness of the school academies. Use the QR code below to take a survey that is meant to gain an assessment of public knowledge regarding the school academies. This will provide data to assist with a marketing plan to improve awareness of the academy model at Alexandria Area High School.
Longtrees Woodfire Grill features familiar comforts like rotisserie chicken, walleye fish and chips, and old-school cheeseburgers, as well as more curious tastes like fire roasted seasonal game such as duck, elk and venison, locally foraged morels, lobster mushrooms, and more.
Longtrees Woodfire Grill | October 204409 State Hwy. 29Nonprofit of the Day: Legacy of the Lakes MuseumDoor Prize Sponsors: C.I. Construction and Pride of the Lakes
Jenn Slavik, General Manager, Longtrees Woodfire Grill
Membership TeamVolunteers on the Membership Team visit new member businesses to welcome them to the Chamber. They also serve as liaisons, supporting new members with introductions, information, and education on membership benefits.
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OpportunitiesOpportunities• monthly luncheons• quarterly socials• connect groups• community service
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October Visits
HomeGrown NutritionBradley Challes, Owner
HomeGrown Nutrition is a shake club located at 1804 Broadway St., Ste. 180 in Alex-andria and owned by Bradley Challes. It offers protein shakes, teas, protein coffee, coaching and wellness evaluations.
C.I. Construction and GoodNeighbor PropertiesBonnie Harstad, Controller; Megan Lustila, Project Administrator; Ted Christianson, Managing Member GNP; Melani Thompson, Project Administrator; Rob Thompson,
Managing Member GNP and President of CI; Mitch Harry, Project Manager; Hans Henrich, Senior Project Manager; Ted Thompson, Senior Project Manager
Sister companies C.I. Construction and GoodNeighbor Properties are commercial construction and property management companies.The companies work on a wide scale of projects from apartments, industrial, senior living and more. The team has more than 75 years of experience in the industry.
Bark Barn, LLCCassie and Jackie Corson, Co-owners
The Bark Barn, LLC is located at 2605 Aga Dr., Ste. 1 in Alexandria and is owned by Cassie and Jackie Corson. It offers daycare, boarding and a selection of grooming services for all types of dogs.
Cruise Inn - New OwnersEmily Zwach and Zach Bruns, Co-owners.
Not Pictured: Aaron Stern, Co-owner.
Emily Zwach, Zach Bruns and Aaron Stern recently purchased Cruise Inn in Alexandria. The facility has 20 apartments and an RV park with full hook-ups for 39 spots. It offers seasonal and overnight options.
Best Medical Facility: Alexandria ClinicBest Physical Rehab: Heartland OrthopedicsBest Physician: Dr. Dan KryderBest Physician Finalist: Dr. Brian Carlsen
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AmbassadorsThe Ambassadors are volunteers who extend the public relations arm of the Chamber. They attend business open houses, groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings; welcome new businesses to the area; and commemorate relocations and major remodels. They are out making business visits the second Wednesday of every month.
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October Visits
Longtrees Woodfire Grill is a new restaurant located at 4409 State Hwy, 29. It serves rotisserie chicken, walleye fish and chips, and burgers. It also serves fire roasted seasonal game, locally foraged mush-rooms, and craft drinks. Longtrees Woodfire Grill - New Business
Mike Rakun, Chef/Owner; Jenn Slavik, General Manager
North Central International - Business Acquisition
Brian Simon, General Manager
North Central International acquired Maney Internation-al in Alexandria in early 2020. It has 13 locations across Minnesota, South Dakota and Iowa. The heavy-duty truck dealership offers new and pre-owned truck sales, parts, service, and leasing/rentals.
Board slate approvedThe Chamber Board of Directors approved its final slate of candidates. These board members will begin their three year terms in January 2022.
Greg Bowen, Brophy Lake Resort and Bowen Contracting(representing Lodging/Tourism/Hospitality)Term #2 effective 1/1/22 thru 12/31/24
Patrick Kalina, LGC, Biosearch Technologies(representing Manufacturing/Wholesale/Distributors)Term #2 effective 1/1/22 thru 12/31/24
Lynn Arnquist, Alexandria Technical & Community College(representing Education)Term #1 effective 1/1/22 thru 12/31/24
Business Buzz
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SOWN, an organic oat creamer produced by SunOpta in Alexan-dria, was named a 2021 Best New Product by the trade industry magazine, Progressive Grocer.
The Alexandria Area Community Foundation hosted its annual philanthropy celebration on September 27th to honor Jeanne Batesole and Vern and Judy Anderson with the Ruth McDonald award. This award is given annually to community members who have shown extraordinary support of the community through giving of their time and resources.
First Western Bank & Trust was named one of Prairie Business 50 Best Places to work for the 5th year in a row. This is an employee satisfaction-driven list and is an annual competition.
JLG Architects received this year’s Environmental Stewardship Award from Construction Specification Institute, which is a national not-for-profit association dedicated to improving the communication of construction information.
Teresa Thoennes of CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. was awarded the national Graduate REALTOR Institute designation. She earned this by attending an intensive series of classroom instruction on professional standards, legal issues, finance and risk reduction, technology and social media.
Jeff Lindoo of Alexandria was recognized with the Minnesota Retailers Association Lifetime Achievement award as part of the 2021 Minnesota’s Retail Champions program. Lindoo accepted the award at the Retail Rally event on October 5.
Amy Olinger, realtor with Keller Williams Realty was awarded a scholarship for continuing education at the UNITE - State MN Realtor Convention in St. Cloud. The scholarship goes toward a Graduate Realtory Institute designation on her realtor license.
To include your business news in the Chamber Horizon Newsletter, email information to Lauren at [email protected].
68 & Vine Veterans WineryRebecca Joyce | (320) 298-151813850 County Rd. 68, [email protected] | 68nvinevw.com
A’BriTin CateringSeth Brittain | (320) 313-6090 | 1215 Broadway [email protected] | abritincatering.com
Alexandria Technical & Community College FoundationJeff Wild | (320) 762-4660 | 318 17th Ave. [email protected] | alextech.edu/foundation
American Cancer SocietySherri Maanum | (651) 310-9306 | PO Box [email protected] | cancer.org
Cardboard CaresPhilip Kraft | (320) 310-9306 | 1301 36th Ave. [email protected] | cardboardcares.org
Cardinal Consulting SolutionsAmy Johnson | (218) 770-9402 | PO Box 55amy@cardinalconsultingsolutions.comcardinalconsultingsolutions.com
Cruise InnEmily Zwach | (320) 763-5121 | 310 34th Ave. [email protected] | cruiseinnalexandria.com
Edward Jones - Cody RielandCody Rieland | (320) 762-2337 | 117 6th Ave. [email protected]/us-en/financial-advisor/cody-rieland
Ida Graves DistilleryBrock Berglund | 5422 Lake Ida Way [email protected] | idagraves.com
The Fireplace StoreJerry Aaberg | (320) 762-8645 |2510 S Broadway [email protected] | ellingsons.com/fireplace-store
Toys for Kids - MCL Runestone Detachment 1409Grant Haugen | (320) [email protected] | alexmarines.org
Woodsman AxeMicah Cole | (320) 219-7716 | 124 7th Ave. W, Ste. [email protected] | woodsmanaxe.com
Welcome! October new members
Please consider these new members for your personal and professional needs, and welcome them to our network!