By: Margaret Dillard – Chamber President The Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce exists to promote a healthy business climate through leadership, communication and education for its members in the greater Fairmont area. Recently, I’ve taken several “deep dives” into what our mission means and how to best serve local business. The good news is that…
Category: President’s Blog
Every little thing makes a difference
By: Margaret Dillard – Chamber President Readers may remember an article I wrote titled, “Four simple steps that will change the world.” I began with a scenario about my sister wiping around sinks in public bathrooms citing a mission to leave things a little better than when you find them. Since then, I have delighted…
Fairmont MN Chamber dues and don’ts
By: Margaret Dillard – Chamber President Fairmont Chamber dues and sponsorships: Do these contributions really make a difference? This month marks my 3rd anniversary as President of Fairmont MN Area Chamber. The conclusion of each 12 month period prompts me to look upon what we have accomplished and to ask what our business community needs…
Generations strengthen their communities
By: Margaret Dillard – Chamber President This is the time of year, I am reminded that communities in Martin County, Minnesota are “generational” communities and present a different culture than those characterized as “transitional.” Pork Masters Golf Outing is a joint effort with the Chamber’s Agri-business and Ambassadors Committees and Martin County Pork Producers. Approximately…
Reinforcing Local Retail
By: Margaret Dillard – Chamber President ABOVE: JCPenney Fairmont, a long-standing staple of our local retail economy, shocked area residents when plans to close the store were announced. With express checkout online options, it’s so easy to buy almost anything from the comfort of your couch. In fact, many consumers mute the television while listening…