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Networking & Marketing Opportunities

AM Espresso
A morning version of Business After Hours, network at a member's place of business while you enjoy coffee and continental breakfast. This is an informal event. You will have the opportunity to introduce your business to over 50 Chamber members. Each event will feature a "Network Expert Presentation" and prizes. Don't forget your business cards. See the Events Calendar for dates and locations.

Staff Contact: Sue DiGrazia

Annual Member Celebration
An event to present the Athena, Volunteer of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Lamp of Knowledge Awards. Over 650 members attend this event. The Chair of the Board will give the year-in-review and the Incoming Chair of the Board will present the Chamber's priorities for the upcoming year.

Staff Contact: Sue DiGrazia

Business After Hours
The most popular business networking event in Rochester. Held each month on a Tuesday or Thursday from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at a Chamber member's place of business.  Average attendance is 175 people. See the Events Calendar for dates and locations.

Staff Contact: Sue DiGrazia

Business After Hours EXTRA!
The most popular business networking event in Rochester plus a little EXTRA. BAH EXTRA! is a mini-exhibitor event held each spring from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at an area hotel. Over 50 businesses participate, showcasing the latest in products and services. Average attendance is 300 people. Lively networking, games, prizes and hors d'oeuvres are a main attraction at the event. See the Events Calendar for dates and locations.

Staff Contact: Sue DiGrazia

Golf Outing
Join your fellow Chamber Members at the 24th Annual Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing at Willow Creek Golf Course.

Staff Contact: Sue DiGrazia

New Member Receptions
An opportunity to meet other Chamber members and the Chamber staff. An introduction on how to maximize your investment by becoming involved with the various committees and events the Chamber has to offer. See the Events Calendar for dates and times.

Staff Contact: Sarah Schooley

Power Network
Increase your People Power and join the Power Network! Power Network will offer six luncheons that provide valuable and practical information on how to develop strong relationships that lead to powerful results. In addition, you will be given the opportunity to make 40 or more contacts, any of which may help you increase your business in the Rochester community. The Power Network lunch will enable you to network more effectively and provide you with powerful tips that will motivate you to be more productive and effective when working with people.

Staff Contact: Jessica Ihrke

Warners' Stellian's ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony went off without a hitch yesterday afternoon. The Chamber ambassadors and many others were on hand to celebrate the appliance store's opening in Rochester. For more information about Warners' Stellian (1318 Apache Dr. SW), you can visit t...

Thank you to everyone who stopped out at the West Circle Drive Professional Building yesterday evening for the Chamber's monthly Business After Hours. Approximately 160 members attended and enjoyed drinks and appetizers at the gathering, which was hosted by Chiropractic First Wellness Center, Proper...

Warners' Stellian (1318 Apache Dr. SW), a new Chamber member and appliance store in Rochester, will be holding a grand opening ceremony on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 from 4 - 7 p.m. The event, which will be catered by Canadian Honker, will include a Chamber ribbon cutting at 4:30. Dinner and beverages...

The Minnesota Ice Hawks are seeking families to join their host family network. If you might be interested or know someone who may be please contact Michael Fatis at 507-358-3095 or by email at mfatis@mnicehawks.com. Host families receive monthly compensation, season tickets and the opportunity to h...

Stuck in the same rut year after year? Don't feel bad, many organizations across the country are in the same situation, regardless of their industry. But the pattern can be broken, even if it takes 20 years! You can create a renewed organization that is profitable, providing great service or product...