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lear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO tacy Doughan; Incoming Clear Lake Superintendent Ian Dye; lear Lake Mayor Nelson Crabb; and North Iowa Corridor conomic Development Corp President and CEO Chad chreck provided updates on their respective organizations his quarter’s event was sponsored by Pritchard Companies, so irector of Retail Operations Ellen Pritchard Sedlock and resident and CEO Joe Pritchard spoke about the strides their usinesses are making in North Iowa and beyond lus, new employees and new members were introduced, pcoming events and programs were shared and business ccomplishments and updates were celebrated
Miss the event? Find the full video online here, and mark your alendars for our next one on Sept 19, 2025!
What’s New at the Lake: Your Ultimate Summer Guide!
Clear Lake is heating up this summer with exciting new additions that’ll make your visit even more amazing! Here’s your guide to the best new attractions and experiences around the lake City Park Glow Up
Whether you’re attending a concert or simply enjoying the beauty of the space, City Park remains a place to experience the history, music, and memories that have made it a central part of life here
Fishing: Top Tournaments & What’s Biting
Clear Lake is a bucket-list destination for Midwest anglers Here’s your guide to get in on the action that draws serious anglers and casual fishers alike
Get Weiss: Making the Most of Your Chamber Benefits
By Ashley Weiss Membership Engagement Director
I recently returned from Midwest Institute for Organization in Madison, Wisconsin (read more about it on page 8), and during one of my courses, “Delivering Value,” Raymond Towle with the US Chamber of Commerce tasked us with identifying the value we provide to businesses, organizations and individuals within our communities and how to communicate that to current and potential members
One thing that resonated with me during this session was the idea that our team at the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce could be considered an extension of our members’ staff
For example, you want help expanding your marketing reach, so you reach out to us to not only learn about the free and paid opportunities available to you as a member but you ask us to create and distribute that information as well because you don’t have someone on your staff who has the skills or time to do that There we are.
Another example, and this happened recently, a woman from out of town was having a difficult time getting ahold of someone at one of our member restaurants to book a private party, so she called us for help. We connected that individual with the restaurant by physically delivering the message to the manager because we want to see our members succeed
We receive dozens of phone calls, emails and messages each day from people inquiring about our members’ services, products, hours, and more, and we’re there to answer them, as a benefit to our members.
If you want to learn more about how the Chamber is working on your behalf, mark your calendar for Membership 101 on Friday, July 25, from 10-11 a.m. at at 306 Main Ave This educational hour will highlight the active and passive benefits your business or organization receives as part of the Chamber
If you have questions about your membership benefits, reach out to me at 641-357-2159 or ashley@clearlakeiowa.com. I’m always happy to help!
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Volunteers Needed
Bingo | July 2-6
If you love to play BINGO, please consider volunteering to make sure BINGO happens every day during our five-day July 4th Celebration It’s a great fundraiser for the Chamber. Grab a cooler, some friends or family, and sign up Sign up to volunteer here
Harvest Festival | Saturday, Oct. 4
Harvest Festival is returning to downtown Clear Lake, and we’ve added more tasting locations in addition to all your returning favorites That means we need more volunteers to help with pouring tasting splashes. Sign up to volunteer here
Inn & The Landing | Tuesday, May 6
Deals Home Decor & Boutique | Thursday, May 22
Bridal & Formal | Friday, June 6
Blooms | Friday, May 9
Cardinal at 173° Craft Distillery | Friday, June 13
Lakeside
Snow Construction | Friday, June 20
Bank Iowa | Wednesday, June 18
New member? Remodeled or relocated? Commemorating a business milestone?
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce First Mates want to celebrate with you! Call Stacy at 641357-2159 or email her at stacy@clearlakeiowacom to get your ribbon cutting or groundbreaking on the calendar
Educational Opportunities
Fall 2025 - Venture School
Orientation (in-person): Thursday, Sept 4; Classes (virtual) Thursdays, Sept 11-Oct 16; Pitch Night (in-person): Thursday, Oct 23
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center has partnered with the University of Iowa to bring Venture School to Mason City, Iowa Venture School is the state of Iowa’s premiere entrepreneurial training program. Established in 2013, the eight-week Venture School program is built from a streamlined curriculum developed by the National Science Foundation I-Corps at Stanford University and the University of California, Berkeley
Participants will gain marketing and make valuable connections to help them take their innovative idea to the next level. Venture School is currently looking for hardworking teams and individuals throughout the North Iowa and Southern Minnesota regions to join the upcoming Fall program The cost is $299 per team
In Venture School, you will:
Gain focus and clarity for your business idea and build your foundational business model
Test and prove your business idea through guided customer discovery interviews to find productmarket fit
Learn from experienced entrepreneurs, coaches, and instructions
Make valuable connections with local communities and other external groups that can help you define your key activities and get the resources you need to start and grow your business
Create a business model that becomes the core foundation of how you provide and deliver value to your customers and clients
Avoid wasting the time, energy, and money and create a sustainable business model that will deliver your customers what they need, want and are willing to pay for.
Register for Ventura School Fall 2025 here, or contact Ashley Page at ashleypage@niaccedu with questions, or if you are a local entrepreneur interested in becoming a Venture School coach.
News + Updates
Clear Lake Earth Day celebrates with community fun and sustainability
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and Earth Day Clear Lake hosted a nearly two-week celebration this April packed with events promoting sustainability, outdoor fun, and community pride.
Highlights included the “Earth Through the Lens” photo exhibit, Earth Day 5K/10K races along the lake, and the popular Trash Bash cleanup Educational events like the “For the Lake’s Sake” panel and the North Iowa Green Expo offered hands-on learning, while OutdoorFest in City Park brought families together for games, activities, and green living inspiration
A special thank you to all our volunteers and sponsors, including CL Tel, Curries-ASSA ABLOY, Clear Lake Bank & Trust, Hanson Family Foundation, Kingland, Atlantic Bottling Company, McKesson, Best Western, Randy’s Neighborhood Market, South Shore Donut Co and Culligan
Clear Lake Area Chamber breaks ground on new building
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce marked National Travel & Tourism Week with a major milestone: the official groundbreaking of our future Chamber and Welcome Center at 205 Main Ave
Mayor Nelson Crabb proclaimed it National Travel & Tourism Week in Clear Lake, and we marked the occasion with a community celebration that brought together board members, donors, city and county leaders, and supporters The event honored the future of tourism, business, and community life in Clear Lake
The project is expected to be complete by summer 2026 During construction, you can find us one block east at 306 Main Ave in Clear Lake
Why We’re Expanding?
As one of the top travel destinations in the Midwest, Clear Lake continues to grow With nearly 500 Chamber members, more than a million annual visitors, and 17 major events each year, our organization needs space that matches the scale of our service.
Here’s why this expansion is both timely and essential:
A Welcoming Visitor Center
Our current center can only hold a few guests at a time
The new facility will reflect the charm of Clear Lake and provide an open, inviting space that makes a strong first impression.
State-of-the-Art Meeting Space
The new building will include a modern meeting room
equipped with technology to support business training, collaboration, and community meetings
A Fresh, Visible Presence
The new structure will reflect the vibrancy of Clear Lake and provide greater visibility and representation for our local businesses.
Room to Grow
Storage limitations and makeshift workspaces have become our norm This project addresses those constraints, giving our team the tools and space to do more
Improved Event Operations
A dedicated event space and on-site storage will allow us to elevate our current events and create room for new opportunities.
Designed
for Accessibility
The new building will include accessible entrances, wider hallways, an elevator, and modern restrooms ensuring everyone can enjoy the space
This project will nearly triple our current footprint, but the goal goes far beyond square footage It’s about investing in Clear Lake’s economic future and giving our community and visitors a home base that reflects our values and vision.
Fundraising efforts for the project continue Learn more or make a contribution at clearlakeiowacom/future
Congratulations, Lake Leadership Class of 2025!
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce graduated its most Lake Leadership Class, comprising 22 individuals representing businesses from North Iowa, in May after making up Agriculture Day
Lake Leadership is the Chamber’s flagship program meeting once a month from September through May on the third Wednesday. The program is designed to educate civic-minded individuals by using our community as the classroom Lake Leadership takes participants behind the scenes in the Clear Lake area, providing them the opportunity to network with their peers and learn more about our community and area businesses
Interested in joining the Lake Leadership Class of 2026? You can learn more and apply here
We will be accepting applications through Aug 31 or until the class is full The first day of class will be on Wednesday, Sept. 16.
If you’re a Lake Leadership graduate, stay tuned for details about an Alumni Association to keep individuals connected to each other and the community well after they participate in the program. Get updates by joining our Lake Leadership Alumni Facebook group.
Back Row (From Left to Right): Maddie Anderly (North Iowa Corridor EDC/Clear Lake Area Chamber), Lane Krause (North Shore Chiropractic), Logan Bahler (Pritchard Companies), Zarren Egesdal (Creative Sound/Visual Edge IT), Jameson Anders (Hertz Farm Management), Matt Harvey (Stellar Industries), Elijah Gray (Farmers State Bank), Don O’Connor (Farmers State Bank), and Drew Walswick (Pritchard Companies)
Middle Row (From Left to Right): Hortencia Saldivar (Dean Snyder Construction), Kathy Norris (Payteva), Angie Harris (McKesson), and Anna Gunderson (ATURA Architecture)
Front Row (From Left to Right): Myra Diggins (Clear Lake Public Library), Karitta VanOrden (Pritchard Companies), Chanel McIntire (Clear Lake Bank & Trust), Jaclyn Meier (First Citizens Bank), and Jenna Tuttle (Clear Lake Bank & Trust) Not Pictured: Jen Dvorak (Hall Realty), Jamie Locke (Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel), Jason Slattum (Kingland), and Tiffany Townsend (Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center).
North Iowa Fly-In brings local voices to D.C.
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce joined regional partners for the North Iowa Fly-In to Washington, DC , in mid-May This collaborative effort alongside representatives from Visit Mason City, Main Street Mason City, the City of Clear Lake, the City of Mason City, the Mason City Chamber of Commerce, and the North Iowa Corridor EDC amplifies the voice of North Iowa on the national stage.
The trip was packed with meetings, including visits with US Rep Ashley Hinson, US Sen Chuck Grassley, and staff from US Senator Joni Ernst’s office We discussed a range of pressing topics from child care and housing to infrastructure, trade policy, economic development, and small business support
We also engaged with the US Chamber of Commerce and its Foundation, the US Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development division, and the U.S. Department of Transportation These conversations centered on employer-led child care solutions, rural investment, highway improvements, and Essential Air Service critical issues that shape our region’s future
Advocacy trips like this reinforce the Chamber’s commitment to fostering a strong business climate, building public-private partnerships, and ensuring North Iowa remains a vibrant place to live, work, and grow
Chamber revamps events email marketing opportunities for members
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce recently reformatted its weekly events email to include banner ad opportunities a new way for Chamber members to promote events and offerings to a highly engaged audience. With almost 5,000+ subscribers who have opted in specifically to stay updated on what’s happening in Clear Lake every week, it’s a powerful (and growing!) marketing tool.
This is a great chance to promote an upcoming event or program, service or offering.
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✔ Clickable link to your website, event, or promotion
✔ Ad Placement & Cost:
Top Banner Ad: $100 (most visible spot)
Middle Banner Ads: $75 each (2 available, placed in the body of the email)
All 3 Ads: $225 includes 10% discount (run all three ads for maximum exposure)
To reserve a spot, email Libbey Hohn at libbey@clearlakeiowacom with your preferred week, ad image, and link. We send on Wednesdays (June–August) and Thursdays (rest of the year) placements are first come, first served
For more details on all Chamber member marketing opportunities (including pricing and specs), visit this link
Not on the Chamber email events, deals, and monthly newsletter list yet? Sign up here
TRI Clear Lake draws hundreds of athletes despite format change
Athletes of all ages turned out for the 2025 TRI Clear Lake, held May 25 and hosted by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce The USA Triathlon-sanctioned, paratriathlon-certified event once again served as Iowa’s State Championship Race, drawing both first-time racers and experienced triathletes from across the Midwest
Due to unseasonably cold water temperatures, race organizers modified the event from a triathlon to a duathlon, replacing the swim portion with an additional run segment.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Athletico Physical Therapy; our title sponsors Curries-ASSA ABLOY, McKesson, and Skip’s Kicks; our gold sponsors CL Tel, Fareway and Mort’s Water Company; our silver sponsors Cookies, etc , Lashier Graphics & Signs, American Solutions for Business, Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar, Sevens Restaurant & Steakhouse, and TAP’d; our bronze sponsors Dean Snyder Construction and Heartland Asphalt, Inc.; our beverage sponsor United Beverage LLC; and our mile marker sponsors Bank Iowa, Clear Lake Family Dentistry, Clear Lake Rotary, Fareway, Katelyn Nicholson Nutrition, Livonia’s Coffee Bar, Mags & Lu Pet Services, MBT Bank, Rachel Smith Books, Phoenix Rise Enterprise LLC, and Starboard Market
Thank you also to our more than 100 amazing volunteers, without you we wouldn’t be able to host such an incredible event
While the adult races were held on Saturday, race weekend kicked off Friday, May 23, with the youth-focused Splash & Dash, open to kids ages 7 to 15
Weiss completes first at the Institute for Organization Management
Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Membership Engagement Director Ashley Weiss recently completed her first year at Institute for Organization Management, a fouryear nonprofit leadership training program at Midwest Institute in Madison, Wisconsin.
“Institute graduates are recognized across the country as leaders in their industries and organizations,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, the US Chamber’s vice president of Institute for Organization Management “These individuals have the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve professional and organizational success in the dynamic association and chamber industries.”
Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates. Institute’s curriculum consists of four weeklong sessions at four different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and membership,
Institute participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively
“I want to thank the Board of Directors for allowing me the opportunity to attend Midwest Institute earlier this month,” Weiss
said “It was an incredible experience to learn from the industry’s leading professionals alongside my peers from chambers and associations across the country. I’m excited to put some of the things I learned into practice within the next year to better our organization and the community.”
Institute for Organization Management is the US Chamber of Commerce’s premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals
The US Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization.
Thursdays on Main off to a strong start, more to come
Clear Lake’s favorite summer tradition is back! Thursdays on Main kicked off on June 5 with 8,000 people downtown to enjoy live music, a classic car show, food and retail vendors, free children’s activities and more.
The event, hosted by the Clear Lake Area Chamber, drew at least 6,200 people the second week (rained out at 8 pm) and a record-breaking 8,900 people the third week It was canceled in the fourth week because of severe weather potential
What’s Happening at Thursdays on Main?
6 pm – Special Entertainment
Catch fun and exciting activities at the corner of Main Avenue and 3rd Street, southeast of City Park From human foosball to robotics demos, there’s something for everyone
7– 9 p.m. – Live Music
Head over to the corner of Main Avenue and 4th Street, next to Larson’s Mercantile, to catch some killer live music performances From local bands to crowd favorites, the tunes will keep you grooving all night long
2025 Thursdays on Main Entertainment
Schedule: Thursday, July 10
Special Entertainment: Bank Iowa Activity
Live Music: The Sweet Nuthins
Thursday, July 17
Special Entertainment: Clear Lake Police Department
Live Music: The Kurt Allen Band
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Special Entertainment: Clear Lake Athletics and Wellness
Center Activity
Live Music: The Kraft Brothers
Thursday, July 31
Special Entertainment: Clear Lake Robotics Club Demonstration
Live Music: Split Second Band
Thursday, Aug. 7
Special Entertainment: Clear Lake Drumline
Live Music: Come Back Buddy
Thursday, Aug. 14
Special Entertainment: Back to School Night
Dunk Tank Fundraiser for CL Schools & Clear Lake High School
Dance Team
Live Music: Bear Creek Band
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Nelson honored as Clear Lake’s July 4 Grand Marshal th
As fireworks light up the sky this Independence Day in Clear Lake, the community will also shine a welldeserved spotlight on a leader whose dedication has helped shape the heart of the city
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Clear Lake Mayor Nelson Crabb has been selected as the grand marshal for this year’s July 4th parade, a fitting honor for one of the city’s longestserving mayors as he prepares to retire at the end of the year after two decades in office.
The parade, themed “Love of Country, Love of Community,” will highlight his lasting contributions to Clear Lake, where he has served as mayor since 2006
“His support of our community is unwavering,” said Alice Hanley, July 4th Committee chair, who has known Crabb for more than 40 years. “He doesn’t just ‘talk the talk,’ but he ‘walks the walk’
“Even before Nelson was elected mayor, he and his family were very involved with all things Clear Lake He is a great ambassador for our city”
Crabb, who grew up in Franklin, New Jersey a small, diverse zinc mining town in the Appalachian region arrived in Iowa in 1961 to attend Iowa Wesleyan University in Mount Pleasant, where he joined a fraternity and earned a biology degree in 1965.
After graduating college, he returned to New Jersey and received a draft notice. While awaiting word from the US Air Force, Crabb was offered a sixth-grade teaching position by a local superintendent During that time, he got engaged to his now-wife, Darlene, an Iowa native who missed the Midwest, prompting him to apply for teaching jobs in Iowa and Illinois
Crabb arrived in Clear Lake in 1966 to teach fifth grade for a couple years before transitioning to junior high, where he also coached a variety of sports
The couple initially planned to stay in Clear Lake for two years, but they developed a close circle of friends, enjoyed their jobs and appreciated the community, so they stayed and raised their three children.
Crabb earned a master’s degree in school administration and counseling from Iowa State University in 1971 and became the director of student services at the high school before later becoming the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) director of secondary education He retired in 2002
After some adjunct teaching, traveling and “honey-do” tasks, Crabb turned his attention to local discussions about the lake’s condition.
“I started to think, what would this town be like without the lake?” he recalls “It’d be totally different” When it became clear that then-mayor Kirk Kraft wasn’t going to seek re-election, Crabb saw an opportunity to continue to help The lake quality discussions became a community-wide movement, where everyone from the Association for the Preservation of Clear Lake to the chamber to the county to the cities of Clear Lake and Ventura, worked together, and ultimately, led to a large-scale dredging project aimed at revitalizing the lake
So why run again and again for mayor?
“To see that process through,” he says. “And because it never really ends There’s always more to do”
Crabb has continued to be an advocate and champion for lake restoration and water quality improvements during his tenure as mayor, including the recent Seawall restoration project.
He has also been a driving force behind the redevelopment of the Surf District and the preservation of Main Avenue, ensuring that these iconic areas remain vibrant and welcoming to visitors and residents alike
New housing projects, commercial developments and quality-of-life opportunities have also boomed under Crabb’s leadership
Asked why he’s stepping away now, after two decades in office, he said, “I’m not tired of it, but I feel like it’s time for a new voice”
As he prepares to step down at the end of 2025, Crabb’s advice to his successor is simple: get to know the entire town, listen to everyone, and lead with empathy.
“Having worked alongside Mayor Crabb for nearly two decades, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication, and steady leadership he brings to our community His commitment to public service has not only guided us through times of change and growth but has also fostered a spirit of unity and pride that makes our city stronger,” said Jennifer Larsen, Clear Lake City Clerk “It will be an honor to celebrate him as grand marshal this 4th of July”
The Chamber will formally honor Mayor Crabb as he leads the Independence Day parade on Friday, July 4 The parade, which begins at 10 a.m., is expected to attract thousands of spectators and serve as a memorable capstone to a remarkable civic career
“Twenty years is a long time to be mayor There have been many accomplishments during his tenure and many challenges He has handled them all with integrity, honesty, and grace,” Hanley said “Nelson embodies the parade theme of ‘Love of Country, Love of Community’ We are pleased to honor him as grand marshal of this year’s 4th of July parade It is very welldeserved.”
Mayor Nelson Crabb
Clear Lake shines at the 2025 iTIP Awards
Clear Lake tourism awards were front and center at the 2025 Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP) Conference, with three standout honors celebrating the people, places, and organizations that make Clear Lake a must-visit destination in the Midwest
Here’s a closer look at this year’s Clear Lake, Iowa iTIP award winners:
Central Gardens of North Iowa
Winner: Small Market Sustainability Initiative Award
Central Gardens is more than just a scenic stop it’s a hands-on hub for environmental education and sustainable living Located in the heart of Clear Lake, this award-winning garden leads by example with composting programs, organic growing techniques, youth-led veggie stands, and pollinator education It’s become a true model of what community-powered sustainability can look like.
Mayor Nelson Crabb – City of Clear Lake
Winner: Elected Official of the Year
A longtime champion for Clear Lake tourism, Mayor Crabb has played a pivotal role in protecting and promoting the area. From spearheading over $3 million in lake restoration projects to supporting major local events, his leadership has helped Clear Lake grow into a vibrant, welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike
Cabin Coffee Company – Clear Lake
known for its commitment to outstanding customer service and Iowa hospitality With 8 locations across the state (and more nationwide), the team at Cabin Coffee continues to serve up smiles, quality brews, and a peoplefirst culture that defines service excellence
These honors show just how strong Clear Lake’s tourism industry is from innovative sustainability efforts and community leadership to exceptional guest experiences.
Winner: Large Market Service Excellence Award
Founded right here in Clear Lake, Cabin Coffee has grown into a nationally recognized brand
Congratulations to all the amazing 2025 iTIP Tourism Award winners!
Discover the New Face of Rural Iowa – Right Here in Clear Lake
Think you know rural Iowa? Think again Clear Lake is proud to host a one-of-a-kind Evolution of the Heartland immersive tour on Aug 8 and you're invited to experience agriculture, innovation, and small-town spirit like never before.
This one-day guided experience will introduce you to the stories, people, and places that are redefining what it means to live and work in rural America From reimagined family farms to cultural landmarks, you'll explore the powerful intersection of tradition and entrepreneurship
Featured Tour Stops Include:
The Surf Ballroom & Crash Site – Explore Clear Lake’s musical legacy and the cornfield where history lives on
Mossycup Farms – Discover regenerative farming, pasture-raised meats, and the science behind their soil.
Central Gardens of North Iowa – Stroll through themed gardens with local sips and bites from 173° Craft Distillery and Healthy Harvest
Spots are limited! Register here for $99 and experience where lake life meets ag life
Questions? Reach out to Libbey at libbey@clearlakeiowacom
Lake Time Brewery – Go behind the scenes of Clear Lake’s beloved microbrewery and enjoy a cold one
Board of Directors 2025
Mark Dodd, Board Chair One Vision
Sarah Nielsen, Past Chair First Citizens Bank
Robert Barber, Chair Elect and Vice Chair, Tourism and Marketing Cabin Coffee Company
Natalie Plagge, Treasurer Clear Lake Bank & Trust
Amanda Kasten, Vice Chair, Membership Kingland
Chris Fischer Athletico Physical Therapy
Candi Karsjens NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
Liz LeFevre First Gabrielson Agency
Kristi Miles Pritchard’s Lake Chevrolet
Austin Pehl ATURA Architecture
Carrie Shannon Hall Realty
Krystal Thoe Oakwood Care Center
Ryan Amble Curries-ASSA ABLOY
Collin Davison Laird Law Firm
Vernon Johnson CL Tel
Michael Knorr Accord Architecture
Pam Pitkin MBT Bank
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Valvoline Express Care/ Roberts Quick Lube 619 S Illinois Ave Mason City, IA 50401 641-255-4994
Blazek Electric, Inc. 115 8th Street SE Mason City, IA 50401 641-423-6686
North Iowa Tent & Awning Ventura, IA 50482 641-424-6600
Cobb Construction LLC 4497 190th St Clear Lake, IA 50428 641-231-1135
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Join our Facebook group with more than 5,300 members, share your social media posts, and expand your social medial reach.
New and Renewing Member Social Media Recognition
All new and renewing members are recognized as Chamber investors on our Facebook and Instagram pages
Ribbon Cutting, Grand Opening, or Groundbreaking Ceremony
Our First Mates will help you celebrate opening, remodeling, or relocating Pictures from the event will be featured on our Facebook page, in our quarterly newsletter, and in the Mirror Reporter
Digital Mailing List
If Direct Mail is of interest to you, ask for a spreadsheet of all Chamber members once a year
Questions? Contact Ashley Weiss, Membership Engagement Director at ashley@clearlakeiowa.com
