Albert Lea - Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce

This month's Business After Hours is sponsored by all THREE of the Kiwanis clubs in our community! Join us to learn more about what they do, why it's important, and to spend some time just hanging out with some incredible folks. 🙌 April 21 - 5pm at Wedgewood Cove - Be there!

A ransomware attack in Winona County this week shows how real cyber threats are, right here in our region. Join us tomorrow over lunch to learn how to protect your organization with expert tips from WCTA. 🔐 Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #Webinar #SEMinnesota #ChamberLEAD

🎉 Congrats to our ALFC Chamber members recognized as 2026 Best Places to Work in SE MN! 👏 Arcadian Bank 👏 @FMCSCooperative 👏 @RiverlandCC Proud to see our local employers leading in workplace culture & employee engagement 💙 #ALFCChamber #BestPlacesToWork

It’s National Ag Day! 🌱 This is the day to celebrate the role our farm families play in our economy and our lives, every day. Later this afternoon, the 2026 Freeborn County Farm Family of the Year will be announced, but today is a celebration of them all! ❤️

🔐 Don’t wait until it’s too late... protect your business from cyber threats. Join our Chamber LEAD Webinar for practical, real-world cybersecurity tips for SMBs. April 13 | Zoom Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #Cybersecurity #SmallBusiness #MNTech #Chamber

Agriculture isn’t just an industry in Freeborn County—it’s a legacy. 🚜❤️ Every year, we honor the families who are the backbone of our community. Join us March 24th to celebrate our 2026 Farm Family of the Year! Secure your seat at the table: eventbrite.com/e/2026-ag-lunc…🎟️

In our most recent episode of Chamber Voices, we talk with Jenna Overland, Regional Manager of Workforce Development, Inc. 💪 Listen today on Spotify (and don't forget to subscribe!) open.spotify.com/episode/4I5z9I…

The 2026 Farm Family has been chosen! But you know what's cool? We will actually be celebrating ALL of the Farm Families in Freeborn County at the upcoming Ag Luncheon. Get your ticket today and join the party! 🎉 bit.ly/AgLunchTickets #FreebornCounty #FarmFamilies #AgLunch

Albert Lea just got a little more freaky fast. ⚡ We’re excited to welcome @jimmyjohns as one of our newest Chamber members! Great food. Great team. Great energy. Stop in, grab a sandwich, and show them how Albert Lea supports local business. #AlbertLeaMN #ChamberProud

Healthy employees. Stronger businesses. 💪 Join us for a practical conversation on Worksite Wellness and the real programs employers can tap into to build healthier workplaces and happier teams. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… Let’s build workplaces that work better.

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Minnesota small employers: You may qualify for state grant support when an employee takes Paid Leave. ✔️ Up to $3,000 per leave ✔️ Reimbursement for temp hires, added wages, training ✔️ $5M annual fund (first come, first served) Learn more: pl.mn.gov/employers/smal… #Resource

Albert Lea’s City Council voted this week to expand local cannabis retail opportunities and refine how applicants are reviewed. Before you apply, make sure you understand the entire process. 👉 albertlea.org/2026/02/24/sta…

🌟 Real Impact. Real People. Real Freeborn County. 🌟 When we invest locally, we build momentum, create opportunity, and shape our future. Post a photo at a local business this week & tag #RealImpactFreeborn Learn More: realimpactrealmn.com #FreebornCounty #SupportLocal

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Our Chamber Ambassadors recently stopped by Ignite Nutrition and had a great visit with Alicia to learn more about how they’re helping people boost their immune systems and stay healthy this season 💚 Check out the video here and subscribe! 👉 youtu.be/tu5mEefbYgI?si…

🌽 Minnesota plants 8.9M acres of corn, averaging 201 bushels/acre — powering livestock, ethanol & global exports. It’s more than a crop. It’s our economy. Join us on March 24 (12–1 pm) at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds for the 2026 Ag Luncheon! 🚜 🎟️ eventbrite.com/e/2026-ag-lunc…

Happier employees. Higher retention. Stronger businesses. That’s what happens when wellness is done right. Join our Chamber LEAD webinar: Wellness That Works 🗓 March 9 | 11:30 AM | Virtual Real local businesses. Real results. Save your seat: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

🌟 Why Chamber Membership Matters 🌟 In today’s competitive marketplace, trust matters, and local Chamber membership signals just that! 👉 Read the full article here: albertlea.org/2026/01/31/why… #SupportLocal #ChamberBenefits #AlbertLeaBusiness