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Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce (FMWF Chamber)
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In today's edition:
Happening now: Moorhead Area Day at the Capitol
The Chamber and area business leaders are currently in St. Paul advocating for our business community's most pressing priorities. This year's cohort, which is the largest cohort The Chamber has ever hosted in St. Paul, will spend the two days in key meetings with area and state legislators, participating in legislative briefings and policy meetings, and much more. We are proud to bring our FMWF voice and presence to St. Paul to promote and protect our business community.
Calling all young professionals!
Build your network and enhance your community
It is our belief that a community influenced by young professionals is a community that attracts and retains them! FWMF is a thriving community with great opportunities for young professionals, and The Chamber wants to bring you all together.
If you or someone you know is interested in enhancing yourself and your community, join us for this month's Young Professionals Network (YPN) get-togethers! Network with like-minded professionals, get up to speed on the happenings of the FMWF community and learn how you can continue to grow and make an impact throughout your career with YPN!
Why you should attend Intentional Collisions
Elevate your career and connections with experienced mentors
Next month, The Chamber is hosting the third annual Intentional Collisions event - an engaging and interactive experience connecting attendees with our FMWF community's influential women.
"The Intentional Collisions event is a game-changer. As director of the Women Connect program, I have been working very closely with our nearly 100 mentors to prepare for this month's event, and I must say, this is going to be a memorable and life-changing day for our attendees," said Brin Braathen , The Chamber's director of programs.
"The personalized approach to connecting with influential women in our community is both innovative and impactful. I think about the story of Sarah West and Stephanie Youngblom , and how a mentor connection at last year's event completely changed Sarah's professional path and unlocked new opportunities for her. I encourage the women of FMWF to get involved with this event. You never know what connection you could make or opportunity you may find!"
A legacy of care: Marvin
Marvin strives to support causes that are meaningful to their teams. In North Dakota alone, Marvin partners with more than 70 non-profit organizations that give back to our local community, including Marvin employees and their families.
"It's these moments to connect with each other and our community that provide perspective and inspiration." - MARVIN Community Relations Manager, Cairn Reisch, CVA
Giving back can be done in many meaningful ways. Whether it's financial contributions, supply donation, the gift of your time, or other ways - you can contribute to the impact in FMWF.
Check out our most recent edition of The Bridge magazine to read stories like Marvin's and learn how you can make an impact in FMWF with the button below.
Does your business have summer interns?
Enhance their internship with the CampusFM Intern Experience!
Enrollment is now open for the CampusFM Intern Experience!
Did you know that only 39% of students stay in the Fargo-Moorhead region after they graduate? CampusFM is an initiative aimed at retaining students in the area after graduation by strengthening the connections between students, campuses and community.
If you have 2024 summer interns, spark their potential with the Intern Experience – an 8-week skill development program. In weekly 90-minute sessions, they’ll learn valuable professional skills to enhance their productivity and grow their critical feedback skills while highlighting the incredible people, places and activities the community offers.
This program is provided as a partnership between The Chamber and Folkways.
Take advantage of the Early Bird Registration, available until March 31!
Do you know Chris Gardner's story?
Learn more about our 2024 Voices of Vision speaker
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Video - The Inspiring Story of Christopher Gardner: From Homelessness to Millionaire
Gardner’s life story has been known around the world since topping the New York Times and Washington Post #1 Bestseller lists and inspiring the iconic 2006 film The Pursuit of Happyness starring Will Smith. “That book was the story of my life,” said Gardner, “but I’ve always thought of it as the book of ‘us,’ meaning everyone who had every opportunity to quit, but didn’t. We all have the power of choice.”
FMWF Chamber urges members to reject N.D. Property Tax Measure
The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber OPPOSES the current initiated constitutional measure to eliminate property taxes in the state of North Dakota. If passed, this measure would drastically impact the trajectory of North Dakota, hindering economic vibrancy and reducing the state’s competitive advantage.
There are currently proponents collecting signatures to place this regressive measure on the November General Election ballot. The Chamber encourages citizens to decline signing this petition.
Why does The Chamber oppose this?
Public Services
Property taxes are collected by local governments (cities, counties, townships) to fund essential public services such as schools, public safety, public works and community services.
Local Control
The biggest concern is that this measure would take away local control of the local budget. Instead of local school, county and city officials readily available to listen to the concerns of constituents and ensure the budget fits the needs of the community, those political subdivisions would need to go to Bismarck and ask the legislature to fund a new school, or additional firefighters, or sewer systems, or road maintenance.
If passed, local budgets will be frozen at 2024 levels. This is not a tax cut. This will force communities to find revenue from other sources such as major increases in sales tax and fees.
Featured Celebration
PCL Construction
Grand Opening
Wednesday, March 13 | 3 p.m.
4165 30th Ave S, Suite 100, Fargo
Upcoming Chamber Events
Signature events in italics
Leadership FMWF Applications Open - Feb. 16 - Mar. 14
TODAY | Women Connect:?New Year, Same You ?- March 5
Moorhead Area Day at The Capitol - March 5 - 6
LeadershipFMWF Alumni: Leveling Up - March 6
Young Professionals Network: Morning Buzz - March 13
Professionals of Color: Networking After 5 - March 15
Young Professionals Network: Off the Clock - March 21
Women Connect: Intentional Collisions - March 26
Breaking the Ice Summit - April 6
Voices of Vision: Chris Gardner - April 18
Business After Hours : A Night at the Derby! - May 1
ChamberChoice Awards - May 16
Corporate Cup - May 23
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