Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota

11/10/2025

This week's Member to Member is Magnetic North. Don't miss their FREE webinar to ensure your business is being generated in AI searches! Don't be left in a list of Google searches - make sure your brand IS the answer! Winning the AI Visibility Race - Get Seen by AI Before Your Competitors Do; Register here: https://magnorth.com/winning-the-ai-visibility-race-webinar-with-magnetic-north/

11/07/2025

🚂✨ All Aboard the Small Biz Express! ✨🚂
Be sure to stop in to our 24 hour Visitor Center (the old train depot in downtown Grand Rapids) to get your passport to savings for the month of November!

🛍️ Here’s how to ride the Small Biz Express:
1️⃣ Pick up your Boarding Pass at the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota (Depot Visitor Center open 24/7).
2️⃣ Shop local and get stamped by at least 10 of the 17 participating businesses
3️⃣ Turn in your completed pass to IEDC (M–F, 8 AM–4:30 PM)
Every stop supports a local dream — so grab your pass, support small, and enjoy exclusive Shop Stop Hot Deals all along the route! 🚉💚
Itasca Economic Development Corporation

11/06/2025

✨Our most recent Business Spotlight was on Edge of the Wilderness Realty. ✨
Edge of the Wilderness Realty proudly serves Grand Rapids, Marcell, and the surrounding Northern Minnesota communities. Our team of dedicated local agents combines decades of experience and sells hundreds of properties each year - from lakeshore cabins and family homes to land and investment opportunities.

At Edge of the Wilderness Realty, we take pride in helping clients navigate every step of their real estate journey with honesty, professionalism, and genuine hometown care. We don’t just work here - we live, hunt, fish, and raise our families here. Our deep local roots and strong referral network mean we’re connected to every corner of the community and the people who make it special.

We’re more than Realtors - we’re your neighbors, volunteers, and community supporters who believe in giving back to the region we call home.
Offices in Grand Rapids & Marcell www.eowrealty.com
(218) 326-3411

11/05/2025

The Northland Small Business Development Center is offering an online webinar regarding Paid Family Medical Leave. This opportunity is free and designed specifically for small businesses.

Still Confused About Minnesota Paid Leave? OR maybe you just want to make sure you’re ready!
Benefits start January 1, 2026
Join us for a FREE 1-hour webinar specifically designed for small business owners!

What We'll Cover:
• The Basics: Who's covered, what types of leave qualify, and timeline for compliance
• Small Business Benefits: Reduced rates, grants, and cost-saving strategies
• Action Items: Step-by-step checklist of what you need to do NOW
• Employer Decisions: State plan vs. equivalent plan — which is right for YOU? What about intermittent leave and other decisions I need to make?
• Tax Implications: How premiums and benefits affect your payroll and W-2s
• Q&A: Get your specific questions answered by our Small Business consultants

Register today: https://bit.ly/MN-Paid-Leave

11/05/2025

Today's Member to Member is Northland Med Aesthetics!
✨ New Location, Same Trusted Care ✨
Northland Med Aesthetics is proud to announce the opening of our beautiful new location at 512 NE 1st Ave, Grand Rapids.

Founded by board-certified Nurse Practitioner Natalie Gustafson, Northland Med Aesthetics is built on the principles of experience, integrity, and an artistic eye for natural results. With years of clinical expertise and a passion for helping patients age gracefully, Natalie delivers personalized aesthetic care in a welcoming and professional environment.

Whether you're new to aesthetics or a returning patient, you're invited to experience a refreshed space and an elevated standard of care.
📍 Visit us: 512 NE 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN or 2011 3rd Ave E, Hibbing, MN 55746
🌐 Learn more: northlandmedaesthetics.com request a complementary consultation via website
📞 Call or text to schedule: 218-262-9919

11/04/2025

Today's Member to Member is Mediacom Business - Your complete Business Internet Solution! Reach out to Mediacom Business to learn more:

Get high-speed business internet from Mediacom Business. Enjoy 99.99% network reliability, no data caps, unlimited usage, gigabit speeds & secure connectivity.

11/03/2025

Today's Member to Member is The Title Team! Join their 5-year Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, November 20 from 3 - 6pm. Brighten someone's Christmas by helping them FILL THE BOAT in partnership with Itasca County Sheriff's Office! For questions- contact The Title Team!

11/03/2025

Join our Chamber Ambassadors this Friday, November 7 to welcome Compass North MN into their new location at 502 10th St SE with a Ribbon Cutting at 12:00 pm and open house from 12:00-3:00!

10/30/2025

Join us on Monday, November 10 for our monthly luncheon highlighting The Reif with special live performances of sneak peaks of The Lion King Jr and The Nutcracker along with what's ahead in 2026. Be sure to RSVP to Jennifer at: jennifer@grandmn.com

10/28/2025

Be sure to swing your trick-or-treaters by The Emeralds at Grand Rapids this Friday, October 31 from 4:00-6:00pm for our annual Trunk-or-Treat event!

10/28/2025

This week's Member to Member is Pinnacle Marketing Group specializing in website design, social media, graphic design, online marketing, advertising and photo and video production. Learn more today: https://pinnaclemgp.com/services/

10/23/2025

Congratulations and well done, Logan, for earning our October Customer Service Award! If you would like to nominate someone deserving of this award, contact Kerry at the Chamber: kerry@grandmn.com.