If you’re like me- and almost everyone else in this country- the end of the year is a time to look back and assess. I…
The Tale of Two Cities. “It was the best of times and the worst of times”. Growing up it was one of those books that…
Recently I had the opportunity to hear Carey Lohrenz speak. If you were like me, going into that event, I had no idea who this…
We are Lovin’ Local Mills County and It’s Giveaway Time!!! Starting on Monday, October 18th through December 1st, stop into First National Bank-Glenwood, Glenwood State…
What are Chamber Bucks? Chamber Bucks are gift certificates to ALL of the different Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses. Each member business accepts them…
We have hit that time of year where the leaves start to change and weather starts to get a little crisper. It is also the…
Across the Chamber-sphere we hear frequently that joining a membership organization is old or passe. But here at the Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce we…
Shop Local. We hear it over and over. We see the signs encouraging us to shop local. We hear the ads point us to shop…
Does anyone remember the Bruce Springsteen song, “My Hometown”? Well in the song there are particular lyrics that hits home: “Now Main Street’s whitewashed windows…
Referral marketing allows your loyal customers to “sell” for you by referring others to your business. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, getting helpful reviews and referrals…
Chamber Chit Chat ~ Recently we have been hearing from our local businesses about the difficulties they are facing in terms of employment. Many businesses across…
April Chit Chat ~ One thing that is always exciting is when we have businesses decide to join the Chamber of Commerce. It is easy to…
Last week we hosted our annual board retreat. This is a time once a year that we dedicate a day to really dive into our…
New Things on the horizon A Friend of the Chamber provides an opportunity for members of the community to support the Glenwood Area Chamber of…