Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce

11/03/2026

YOUR VOTE. YOUR VOICE. YOUR FUTURE.

Never underestimate the power of ONE vote! Elections have been decided by just a handful of votes, sometimes even ONE or TWO. That means YOUR vote could literally make the difference!

The decisions made at the ballot box shape our communities, our businesses, our schools, and our future. Every voice matters, and every vote counts. Make your voice heard.

Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day!
Be informed. Show up. VOTE!

Not sure where you go to vote: MNVotes.org

11/02/2026

FIVE NEW MEMBERS. FIVE MORE REASONS TO CELEBRATE OUR CHAMBER COMMUNITY!

October brought some exciting new additions to our Chamber family, and we couldn't be more thrilled to welcome them!
Please join us in giving a BIG Chamber welcome to Aflac, Rozmark Plumbing, Condo Suites Otsego, Apple Roofing, and Paychex!
Each of these businesses brings something unique to our region, adding new expertise, services, opportunities, and connections to our growing business community. We're excited they've chosen to invest not only in their own success, but in the strength and future of our entire Chamber business community!

Because when our business community grows, we ALL grow! ❤️ Being part of the Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce is about so much more than a membership. It's about building relationships, supporting one another, opening doors, and creating a thriving place to live, work, and do business. We encourage our members to reach out, introduce yourselves, make a connection, and show these newest members what makes our Chamber community so special. Welcome aboard! We're glad you're here, and we can't wait to grow together!

10/31/2026

10/30/2026

A NEW SPACE. THE SAME INCREDIBLE MISSION!

On Wednesday, the Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce was honored to celebrate a special milestone with Rivers of Hope as they officially opened the doors to their new office in Buffalo!
It was a wonderful opportunity to gather with community members, tour their new space, and recognize the meaningful work this organization does every single day.

Rivers of Hope provides vital safety, support, and advocacy for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Their commitment to helping others find hope, healing, and a path forward makes an incredible difference in the lives of those they serve. While their location may be new, their mission remains as strong as ever!

Congratulations to the entire Rivers of Hope team on this exciting new chapter. We are proud to have you as part of our Chamber community and grateful for the compassion, dedication, and hope you bring to our region!

10/29/2026

COOL JOBS TOUR 2026: Exploring Careers in Manufacturing, Inspiring Futures!

What a great evening of exploration, discovery, and career inspiration! Last Thursday, approximately 50 participants joined us for the 2026 Cool Jobs Tour, getting a firsthand look at the incredible world of manufacturing happening right here in our community! Student & parents/guardians, went behind the scenes at Metal Craft & Riverside Machine & Engineering, Sportech LLC, CDI Curb Adapters, CAD, Heritage Millworks and J & J Machine discovering innovative technology, skilled trades, and the wide variety of rewarding career opportunities available close to home. The evening wrapped up at Metal Craft with additional insights into manufacturing careers, education and training pathways, and a light meal.

A huge THANK YOU to our participating manufacturers for opening their doors, sharing their expertise, and helping inspire the next generation of our workforce!
Special appreciation to our generous program sponsors, First Bank Elk River and Guardian Angels Senior Services, and to our program partners, ISD 728, for making this experience possible. Events like the Cool Jobs Tour help connect the dots between education and employment, introduce young people to career paths they may never have considered, and showcase the tremendous opportunities available within our local manufacturing industry. The future of our workforce is looking bright, and it starts with opportunities like these!

10/29/2026

🇺🇸 A SALUTE TO BUSINESS 🇺🇸
Veteran-Owned Business Showcase

The Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate and support our local veteran-owned businesses!

📅 Tuesday, November 10
⏰ 3–5 PM
📍 Elk River American Legion Post 112
525 Railroad Drive, Elk River

🇺🇸 VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESSES — JOIN US!
Showcase your business, connect with the community, and meet fellow veteran entrepreneurs.
Chamber Members: FREE
Non-Members: $20
Advance registration required.

❤️ COMMUNITY — COME SUPPORT LOCAL!
Admission is FREE & open to everyone!
Come meet our veteran business owners, discover local businesses, and show your support for those who have served our country.
Veteran-Owned. Community-Powered. 🇺🇸

https://business.elkriverchamber.org/events/details/a-salute-to-business-veteran-owned-business-showcase-33681
for veteran-owned businesses to register.

10/28/2026

Welcome to Elk River, Kwik Trip! 🎉
We were excited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Kwik Trip and welcome this fourth-generation, family-owned company to our community!

Based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Kwik Trip has grown to more than 900 locations while staying true to its roots — making 80% of what they sell themselves, from fresh bakery items and meals to their award-winning dairy products, such as their chocolate milk & brookie dough ice cream!

Even better, Kwik Trip is committed to the communities they serve. At the grand opening, owners Scott and Jill Zietlow and their team presented checks to the Elk River Police Department Community Fund and Elk River Fire Department, while they also partner with the CAER Food Shelf.

We’re grateful to welcome a business that understands being part of a community means more than opening its doors — it means investing in the people, organizations and causes that make Elk River a great place to live.
Welcome to the community, Kwik Trip! We’re glad you’re here! ❤️

10/26/2026

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Guardian Angels Senior Services! ❤️

For more than 60 years, Guardian Angels Senior Services has been making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and their families. From independent and assisted living to memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and therapy services, their compassionate team is dedicated to helping seniors live happier, healthier lives with dignity, purpose, and joy.

We're proud to spotlight this longtime Elk River Area Chamber member and recognize the incredible impact Guardian Angels continues to make in our community. Thank you for the care, compassion, and commitment you bring to our seniors and their families every day!

10/23/2026

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Lake State Heating & Air! 🔥❄️

Keeping our community comfortable in every Minnesota season! Lake State Heating & Air is a locally owned, family-operated Elk River business dedicated to quality heating, cooling, and dependable service. We're proud to spotlight this hardworking local family and thank them for being part of our Elk River Area Chamber business community! 👏💙
🔗 www.lakestateheating.com

10/22/2026

OCTOBER IS MANUFACTURING MONTH!

Made Local. Built with Pride. Powering Our Future!

Manufacturing is more than making products. It's about creating careers, driving innovation, strengthening our local economy, and building opportunities for the next generation!

Right here in our communities, manufacturers are doing incredible things! From cutting-edge technology and precision engineering to skilled trades and hands-on production, these businesses provide rewarding careers, support local families, and play a vital role in keeping our region thriving.

This month, we're proud to recognize and celebrate our Chamber member manufacturers!

⭐ OUR CHAMBER MANUFACTURING MEMBERS:
JonnyPops, Distinctive Iron, Metal Craft & Riverside Machine & Engineering, NEMI, Beaudry Oil & Propane, Cretex Companies https://www.cretex.com/, J & J Machine, Elk River Winlectric https://www.winsupplyinc.com/Location/Elk-River-MN/55330/Electrical-Supplies, Martin Marietta https://www.martinmarietta.com/, Solors Optional Axis Inc., Contour Mold Inc http://contourmold.com/, Sportech LLC, Gradient Technology https://gradtech.com/, Classic Acrylics Inc. https://www.classicacrylics.com/, McChesney Cabinets, TriMark Corporation, Emerson's Automation Technologies & Solutions, Bioesse Technologies,

AND SPEAKING OF THE NEXT GENERATION... TONIGHT IS OUR COOL JOBS TOUR!

Middle and high school students, along with their parents or guardians, will have the opportunity to step inside local manufacturing facilities, see innovation in action, meet the people behind the products, and discover career possibilities they may never have imagined!

Because not every great career starts behind a desk, and some of the coolest jobs are happening right here in our own backyard!

💙 To our manufacturers: THANK YOU! Thank you for investing in our communities, creating opportunities, supporting our workforce, and helping build a stronger future.

Let's celebrate the businesses that MAKE things happen! 💪