The Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau serves our business members,

promotes our local assets and shapes the future of our community.

GOOD MORNING BUFFALO

BUFF-N-GLO

309 10th Ave S

NEXT Thursday, July 18th 8:00 a.m.

You've seen some great changes to our local car wash as the exterior has all been redone/painted! Let's meet the new owners Zach and Eric! Good Morning Buffalo's are a great way to network with other business leaders in the community while enjoying a cup of coffee and a treat! Might be a good time to vacuum or wash your car too!

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NEW MEMBERS 2024

ELEVATE ACCOUNTING and CONSULTING, LLC

612-209-8867

www.elevateyourbusiness.net

Elevate provides CFO/Controller services to small to mid-sized businesses who need guidance to grow or reach their business goals. We all know that as small businesses grow, keeping the finance and accounting growing with it can be difficult, if and until you can hire a full-time employee. This is where President, David Allen, can step in and help - providing flexible plans that fit a business' needs and budget.

The part David enjoys most is establishing the relationships, building trust and providing service above and beyond just the numbers. With over 20 years of experience in the financial and public accounting world, Elevated can provide:

• Financial reporting
• Projections and budgeting
• General ledger and account organization
• Assistance in monthly financials and those prepared for taxes
• Business and leadership governance and much more!
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If you need help just understanding what it takes to be profitable or to have the cash flow to grow to the next level, reach out to David.

David and his wife moved to Buffalo from Maple Grove just last year. Please reach out and welcome him to the Chamber family. Thank you, Gary Trogstad, for referring him to the Chamber! He hopes to come to some Good Morning Buffalo's soon and meet all of you!

EMILY LYNN FREELANCE

651-245-1294

www.emilylynnfreelance.com

It's always fun to have young entrepreneurs join our membership! Emily Bergman is a freelance writer and content creator! What does she do?

• Crafting engaging blog posts that educate and entertain.
• Getting great social media SEO/SEM optimization, maximizing your visibility to drive traffic, engagement and conversions.
• Managing your social media platforms
• Writing compelling emails to help boost your online presence
• Writing what you need when you need it for whatever purpose you need it
• Resume writing and more

Emily is certified in GA4 and equipped with both inbound and outbound marketing certifications to help your business shine! Not all of us can write or enjoy writing, so why not let someone who enjoys it do the work while you enjoy the benefits!

AMBASSADORS ON THE MOVE

The Ambassadors made a stop at the new offices of JMSC. They are now located downtown in the new building that Larson Building put up. We got a sneak peek of the interior and it's beautiful! Fresh, crisp, automated and spacious for the JMSC crew!

They were working in two floors at their old space where they had been for over 10 years. Here everyone has their own workspace, small and large conference rooms, an employee break room, and lots of natural light! The entry too, is more private, with the waiting area in the middle of the office space - as seen below.

You may get to see their new space too at an open house they are planning in September.

Below in the blue jackets and two ServPro black uniforms are our Chamber Ambassadors. Next to me is Erin Luchsinger, then Heather Olson, Ryan Smail, Holly Munsterteiger and Mindy Stoll are holding the sign and on the far right is Paula Hoistad - the JMSC team.

HUTCH & HOME RIBBON CUTTING

We enjoyed getting a sneak peek at Hutch & Home before their official opening on July 4th! The Board and Ambassador crew enjoyed seeing all the fun handmade treasures in each room, from quilts to baby goods to jewelry and soaps to beautiful wood decor, boxes, furniture and more!

Below are some of the 49 vendors that fill the retail space. Hutch & Home will be open every Thursday through Saturday from 10:00-5:00 and on occasional sale Sundays. Stop in and meet owner, Naomi Jaeger (holding the scissor), and see all the treasures. They are located in the Lakeview Mall.

SCENES FROM AROUND TOWN

What do you call a group of pelicans on Buffalo Lake? They are called a "Brief", "Squadron" or "Pod". There were lots of them with the mud ducks this past weekend enjoying fishing on Buffalo Lake.

Though we all wish our movie theater was alive, we can appreciate Marilyn Johanson keeping it pleasing to the eye with her artwork!

Fun to see the pavers being laid in the triangle/splash pad area downtown. The crew has been working hard despite the rain!

A wet first Concert in the Park didn't stop people from attending to hear the ABBA cover band tunes! Be sure to check the concerts out every Thursday night. This week Coborn's is sponsoring!

SOME GREAT SUMMER EVENTS TO GET ON THE CALENDAR!

SUPPORT LOCAL THIS SATURDAY, JULY 13th

Go to Natural Roots Salon and pick a button. If the button has a store name on the back, go to that store for an instant winner prize. If it has a number, you are eligible to win a gift card package (see right) valued at $400 to be picked up at Rustic Arbor! It's a great way to have a little fun, maybe get into some shoppes you haven't been in for a while and support local! And who knows - you could win multiple things! With every store you make a purchase at, you get another free button!

Participating Businesses:

JTB Home Furniture, The Rustic Arbor, Now & Again, Lillians, Knic-Knackery, Ritzy Replay, SHE, Indie Earth, Granny & Grandpa's Custom Creations, Natural Roots Salon, The PORCH in Buffalo, Biggs & Co, The Clinic of Medical Aesthetics, Honey Mama Boutique, and Bella's Flock. Be sure to stop in at Forget Me Not Cafe too as they are a sponsor of the event!

READY FOR THE SUMMER MUSICAL?

Our local community theater never disappoints! Be sure to grab your tickets for performances on July 19th, 20th and 24th, 25th, 26th at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday the 27th at 2:00 p.m.

There are lots of actors in this classic musical. Enjoy it in the Performing Arts Center at Buffalo High School.

https://bctmn.org/my-fair-lady-2024/

Go to www.greenbeanopen.com for information/registration.

Go to www.functionalindustries.org/eventsfor information/registration.

Go to www.parentingwithgrace.org for information/registration!