Mission, Vision & Goals

Our Vision

We serve as the premier advocate for commerce and industry by facilitating interaction among business, government, education, labor, and the greater community. We actively create innovative opportunities for businesses to advance within a global economy.

Our Mission

We serve our members by providing business advocacy, collaborative leadership, and member-driven initiatives.

Chamber Goals

Download Action Plan (PDF)
Board Adopted Values and Priorities (PDF)

Fuse Duluth

Director – Lara Wilkinson

Vice Chair - Andy Weyrauch, ShipRock Management

Goal: Inform, network and connect young people so they can engage and influence their community. A community influenced by young people will attract and retain young people.

Member Events & Retention 

Director – Linda Kratt
Vice Chair – Scott Bradt, Wells Fargo

Goal: Educate members regarding the benefits of their chamber investment and strive for continued membership retention. Serve as a business referral source, advocate, and information center while identifying the needs of our members and using feedback to enrich our programs. Promote economic development.

Policy & Education 

Director – Roger Wedin
Vice Chair – Pat Heffernan, Wheeler Associates

Goal: Interface with local and regional governments to promote member views, opinions, and public policies.