Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce The Duluth area’s premier advocate for local businesses, economic development and community progress.

One of the largest and most influential chambers in the state of Minnesota, the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce serves 1,000 members, representing large, mid-sized, and small businesses alike. We serve as an advocate for commerce and industry; facilitate interaction among business, government, education, labor, and the greater community; and actively create innovative opportunities for business to

advance within local and global economies. Membership in the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce provides business owners and their employees a wide variety of tangible opportunities to grow and develop their businesses, as well as their professional skill sets. In addition, the Chamber continually works with units of local, state, and national government, on behalf its members, to foster and maintain a healthy economic environment that is conducive to doing business. While our members are busy serving their clients, we make sure their business needs are met.

Fuse Duluth had an incredible time last night at the Lake Superior Zoo for Fuse Fest! 🎉 We celebrated 21 years of Fuse D...
08/21/2026

Fuse Duluth had an incredible time last night at the Lake Superior Zoo for Fuse Fest! 🎉 We celebrated 21 years of Fuse Duluth with delicious food and beverage samples from amazing local vendors.

A huge thank-you to all of our vendors for the delicious samples and to our prize sponsors for their generous donations! Congratulations to all of our lucky winners!

We’ll see you next year to celebrate 22 years of Fuse Duluth!

The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Jim Roche as Interim President. Jim recently retired as presid...
08/21/2026

The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Jim Roche as Interim President.

Jim recently retired as president of the Maine Bankers Association, a position he held since 2021. Prior to his time with the Maine Bankers Association, Jim served as president of the Business & Industry Association of New Hampshire—New Hampshire’s statewide chamber of commerce—for nearly 17 years. He also led a regional chamber of commerce in Upstate New York, and worked in economic development, marketing/communications, and public policy in Minnesota.

Jim is originally from Minneapolis and has a longstanding connection to Duluth. He attended UMD for two years before completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. He lived in Duluth for seven years after college and has maintained a condominium here for the past 10 years. His sister (one of nine siblings) and brother-in-law live on Park Point, along with four of their six adult children (Jim’s nieces and nephews).

Jim is excited to return to the Duluth business community. The chamber board and staff look forward to benefiting from his experience and leadership to help guide the Chamber until a permanent president is selected.

Please join us in welcoming Jim to the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce!

The Chamber was thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of 7 Brew Coffee this morning!7 Brew serves a menu of 20,000+ po...
08/19/2026

The Chamber was thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of 7 Brew Coffee this morning!

7 Brew serves a menu of 20,000+ possible flavorful drinks across 7 categories, including Coffees, Energy drinks, 7 Fizz Sodas, Teas, Lemonades, Smoothies, and Shakes.

In addition to delicious drinks, they are already making an impact in the community. Through donations to local nonprofits, they’re already giving back to the Duluth community with a donation to Life House.

Welcome to Duluth, 7 Brew!

Join us for Connect at Clyde on Tuesday, September 8, to hear from Kevin Beardsley, Executive Director of the Duluth Sea...
08/19/2026

Join us for Connect at Clyde on Tuesday, September 8, to hear from Kevin Beardsley, Executive Director of the Duluth Seaway Port Authority.

Now more than a year into his role, Kevin will provide an update on the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, including current activity at the Port, recent developments and investments, and the opportunities and challenges ahead for the industry.

He will also discuss the Port’s role in supporting regional economic development and why the Duluth-Superior region remains a key transportation and logistics hub.

Thank you to our friends at Spherion Duluth for sponsoring this event. Lunch is included with your ticket.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Register at duluthchamber.com/events

Celebrate with us!For 156 years, the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce has been dedicated to supporting, developing, and c...
08/17/2026

Celebrate with us!

For 156 years, the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce has been dedicated to supporting, developing, and collaborating with our business community. Join 1,300 business and community leaders at the region's premier business gathering of the year—the 156th Annual Meeting & Dinner Celebration.

This year's celebration will take place on Thursday, November 5, at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The evening will recognize outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to the Chamber and our business community, while also featuring a keynote speaker, to be announced soon.

Showcase your organization and demonstrate your commitment to the Duluth business community by becoming an event sponsor. Sponsorship levels include Premier, Platinum, Gold, and Bronze.

For more information or to secure your tickets or sponsorship, contact Kathleen Privette at (218) 740-3745 or [email protected].

We hope you'll join us as we celebrate 156 years of moving business forward!

08/14/2026

We're just one month away from the 4th Annual Women in Leadership Conference!

On Monday, September 14, hundreds of women leaders and professionals from across the region will gather for a full day of learning, connection, and inspiration at one of Northeastern Minnesota's premier leadership events.

Whether you're an emerging leader, a seasoned professional, or somewhere in between, you'll have the opportunity to learn something new, make meaningful connections, and leave with ideas you can put into action.

Find the full agenda and register to attend at duluthchamber.com/womeninleadership

Look at this line-up! We’re just one week away from Fuse Fest Goes Wild! A Summer Rendezvous at the Zoo. Join us on Augu...
08/13/2026

Look at this line-up! We’re just one week away from Fuse Fest Goes Wild! A Summer Rendezvous at the Zoo. Join us on August 20th from 5-7 pm Lake Superior Zoo to celebrate 21 years of Fuse Duluth.

Your ticket to Fuse Fest includes unlimited food and craft beverages from this incredible lineup of local favorites. Plus you’ll enjoy networking, animal experiences, games and the chance to win some seriously fun prizes!

Don’t wait - secure your ticket today! duluthchamber.com/events

Chamber staff, ambassadors and board members were honored to join Aspirus Health St. Luke’s for a ribbon cutting celebra...
08/12/2026

Chamber staff, ambassadors and board members were honored to join Aspirus Health St. Luke’s for a ribbon cutting celebrating the newly remodeled Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Clinic and Surgical Associates Clinic on the third floor of the Pavilion building.

The $1.2 million investment in the space and equipment is expanding capabilities, adding state-of-the-art technology, and creating more patient care areas to enhance the patient journey from start to finish. The improvements also include better workspaces to support their growing team.

Investments like this strengthen access to high-quality care right here in our community and help ensure patients have the resources and technology they need close to home.

Thank you to Aspirus St. Luke’s for your continued dedication to our community and for investing in the health and well-being of the people you serve. We’re proud to celebrate this exciting investment and the opportunities it creates for patients and providers alike!

Today, the Chamber was pleased to join The Lakeview at 333 for a ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of The Lak...
08/12/2026

Today, the Chamber was pleased to join The Lakeview at 333 for a ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of The Lakeview Residences and Guesthouse.

This milestone marks the arrival of a new hub for residential living, hospitality, wellness, retail, and community gathering in downtown Duluth, further strengthening the city’s Medical District and Historic Arts and Theatre (HART) District. The nearly $100 million development represents one of the city’s most significant private investments in recent years.

The Lakeview Residences and Guesthouse features 210 total units, including 176 rental residences and 34 hotel rooms, creating new opportunities for people to live, stay, work, and gather in downtown Duluth.

Investments like The Lakeview are an important part of building a thriving community. They create new opportunities for businesses, contribute to economic development, and strengthen the places where people live and connect.

The Lakeview team also took time to recognize the many construction, community, and development partners who helped bring this project to life. Congratulations to everyone involved in this incredible investment in downtown Duluth!

The Lakeview is now leasing. Learn more at thelakeviewat333.com.

Yesterday, the Chamber team attended a ribbon cutting at CHOICE, unlimited, to celebrate the grand opening of their new ...
08/12/2026

Yesterday, the Chamber team attended a ribbon cutting at CHOICE, unlimited, to celebrate the grand opening of their new office.

Opening the new office was no small feat. It took the hard work of their staff and the support of many community members to make it happen. The new space is bright, welcoming, and ready to serve the people and employers in our community.

CHOICE, unlimited is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing employment and community support services to people who experience barriers in obtaining and maintaining jobs. Services include employment and career planning, job development, job coaching, assistive technology, technical and educational support to employers.

Congratulations on your new office and thank you for investing in our community!

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5 W 1st Street Ste 101
Duluth, MN
55802

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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(218) 722-5501

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