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About the Chamber of Commerce
WELCOME TO LAKEVILLE!
In recent years, the Chairperson
of the Lakeville Chamber of
Commerce has written a brief
introduction to the Chamber’s
Guidebook and Directory. This
year that privilege has been
bestowed upon me.
The Lakeville Chamber of Commerce was formed
in July 1948 by a group of well-intentioned
business owners, both men and women, with
a collective desire to “advance the commercial,
mercantile, manufacturing, agricultural, economic,
civic, musical and athletic interests of the City of
Lakeville, Minnesota, and its vicinity; to inculcate
just and equitable principles of trade; to establish,
maintain and enforce uniformity in its commercial
usages; to acquire, possess and disseminate useful
business information; to adjust the controversies
and misunderstandings which may arise between
its members engaged in trade or business and
to promote the general prosperity of the City of
Lakeville, Minnesota.”
It goes without saying that in the past 72 years
there have been changes to the Chamber. However,
what has not changed is the commitment of local
businesses to work toward creating and maintaining
a thriving community. While retaining the texture
of its rich heritage, the Lakeville Area Chamber
of Commerce’s current mission is to advance the
economic, industrial, commercial, professional,
agricultural, educational, civic and general interests
of the businesses of the Lakeville area and the
promotion of the general welfare and prosperity of
the community.
To that end, the Lakeville Area Chamber of
Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau has
many tools at their disposal. One such tool is this
Directory and Guidebook. Within its pages you will
find resources and opportunities that will most
assuredly benefit you personally and professionally.
As aptly put by my predecessor, the Chamber
takes its mission seriously and is proud of its many
accomplishments. Our membership and civic
partners feel equally proud of the contributions they
make daily to our community.
Please take this opportunity to look through this
Directory and Guidebook and truly use it to make
your way around Lakeville. The individuals, agencies
and businesses within these pages are in no small
part, what makes Lakeville the great place to live,
study, participate in civics and engage in commerce!
As always, the Chamber staff, its officers and
directors are ready and willing to be of assistance.
To learn more about us and what we can do for
you, please visit www.lakevillechamber.org and
www.VisitLakeville.org
Jim Kretsch
2020 Board Chairperson
34 | Lakeville Area Guide & Member Directory
2019 Volunteer Appreciation Reception
2020 Chamber Board of Directors 2020 CVB Advisory Board
Advocate for Business
As a catalyst, the Lakeville Area
Chamber of Commerce concentrates on
creating opportunities for professional
people and businesses to work for the
common good of the Lakeville business
community. Our members believe that
by working together, the Chamber can
help cultivate the local business climate
by recruiting and retaining businesses
and industry, attracting visitors to the
area, and using our combined influence
for legislation that supports our goals. • Membership Luncheons
• Seminars, Workshops, Leadership
Programs
• Special Events: Golf Classic, Fall Gala,
Bowling Tournament, Tourism Lunch;
Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony
• Education & Professional Growth
Opportunities
• Volunteer Opportunities on Boards,
Ambassadors and Committees
• A
 ccess to Public Officials and Support
on Issues
• A
 ccess & Issues Group
• Economic Development
• I  ntroductions to Community and
Business Leaders
• Updates on Regional Topics
• P
 rofessional and Leadership
Development
• Workforce Development
• Civic Responsibility
Involvement/Networking
Helping our members connect is a goal
of the Chamber. Do you want to increase
your customer base? Improve brand
recognition? Build relationships? Gain
credibility? Develop professionally? Our
events are structured to bring businesses
together.
• G
 ood Morning Lakeville, Business and
County Wide After Hours
Marketing/Advertising
We provide affordable and proven
successful options to promote your
business.
• New Resident Mailing
• Website and Email Newsletter
Sponsorships
• Member Directory & Community Guide
• Member Deals
• Ribbon Cuttings & Ground Breakings
• Landscape & Home Expo
• Event and Luncheon Sponsorships
• Coupons and Tourism Information
Convention & Visitors Bureau
As the gateway to the Twin Cities from
the south, the Lakeville Convention
& Visitors Bureau works to promote
Lakeville as a destination for out-of-
town visitors. In addition, we are a
complimentary local resource for
event, meeting, weddings and sports
tournament planners - connecting you
to the lodging, food, goods and services
your group needs.