Mission Statement
The mission of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB is to strengthen the business community and take a leadership role in promoting economic growth in a spirit of cooperation and team work.
Vision Statement
As a membership driven organization, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce seeks to:
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- Promote economic growth through the recruitment and retention of quality businesses and industries that will contribute to the overall economic health of the community.
- Provide the membership networking opportunities, referrals, internet promotion and other membership services to promote and enhance their business.
- Develop and nurture relationships with local government and other community sectors to help facilitate the needs and interests of the business community.
- Enhance the overall quality of life within the community.
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2024 Membership Dues Structure
| Group | Examples | Fee |
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| Friends of the Chamber | Individuals or couples | $35 |
| Network Marketing, Direct Sales | $60 | |
| Smaller Service & Retail, Non-Profit | Churches, Hair Stylists, Non-Profit, Smaller Retailers, Taverns, Daycares | $140 |
| Mid-Size Service & Retail | Chiropractic, Insurance, Investments, Lodging | $190 |
| Large Service & Retail, Manufacturing, Construction | Attorney Offices, Construction & Manufacturing Businesses, Dental, Funeral Homes, Optometry | $250 |
| Large Industry, Financial Institutions | Banks, Credit Unions, Hospitals, Large Ag Companies, Nursing Homes, Utility Companies | $750 |
The 2024 Membership Booklet is available in PDF format HERE
Committees
Retail Committee
Meets monthly.
All chamber members are welcome to attend the meetings and take part in this committee.
Events
Winter-Spring
- Annual Meeting
- Business to Business Lunch & Learn
- Spirit of Springfield & Business of the Year Awards Banquet
- Spring Plant Giveway
Summer
- Riverside Days
- Chamber Golf Tournament
- Business to Business Lunch & Learn
Fall-Winter
- Business to Business Lunch & Learn
- Holiday Open House
- Holiday Lighting Contest
- Jingle Bell Ticket Promotion and Drawing
General Board
Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at noon at the Springfield Community Center.
2024 General Board
General Board Members – 3 year terms
- President – Mike Granda – F & M Bank
- Vice President – Wendy Krier – Springfield Advance Press
- Chrissy Boerboom – Friend of the Chamber
- Amanda Frank – Reiner Real Estate
- Deb Miesen – Miesen’s Color Center
- Jill Riederer – Drs. Akre & Clark
- Rebecca Greiner – Runnings
- Denise Gicker – Director, Springfield Chamber of Commerce
- Heidi Wersal – City of Springfield Representative (no term limit)
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- Promotes Springfield via the lodging tax income from the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham and Rothenburg Campground. We advertise in Explore Minnesota, SMTA, Walnut Grove, The Sailor and distribute Springfield Brochures locally and in area communities.
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CVB Members – 3 year terms (term up) – meet as needed
Lindsey Ludewig (2016)
Derek Tonn (2017)
Arden Brand (2018)
Matt Skaret (City)
Ben Luense (Microtel)
Matt Skaret (City)
Ben Luense (Microtel)
Katie Mueller (Chamber)
Why Join
Some of the key reasons why a business should join the Chamber are –
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- To support the organization working on their behalf to increase business and create jobs in the Springfield Area.
- To expand their business by participating in Chamber programs and networking with other businesses.
- To support the development of the community and have a voice in its direction.
- To give back to the community that supports their business.
- It promotes positive business practices, therefore creating an upbeat outlook on our community.
- Members accept Springfield Bucks. This creates local economic impact of over $28,000.
Member Benefits
- Opportunity to redeem Chamber Bucks at the three financial institutions in Springfield and the Chamber office
- Receives a Chamber Membership Plaque – updated yearly
- Receives the Chamber Chatter newsletter and other community information via e-mail or mail
- Receives yearly calendar of events
- Members listed in Advance Press three times per year
- Can place advertisements in Welcome Wagon Packet and Camping Packets at no charge
- Listed in Springfield EDA directory with Chamber member listing first in each category
- Free listing on Chamber website
- Community Calendar – community event listing
- Retail Promotions print and radio ads are paid by the Chamber
- Accept Chamber Bucks