Meet the 2026 Business of the Year Award Nominees

Written by: Colleen Frein, Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce It’s time to get the party started! The Chamber is bringing the spirit of New Orleans to the 110th Annual Meeting as we celebrate another year of accomplishments, recognize outstanding leaders and businesses, and, of course, have a little fun...

Business After Hours: The Value of Opening Your Door

Written by: Bill Phillips, Henkel Construction When we agreed to host a Chamber Business After Hours at Henkel’s offices at 208 E State Street, we were concerned about hosting in January. We were assured by the Chamber we’d get a good turnout, so we said yes. When the day arrived,...

Passing the Torch: Lessons From a Leadership Transition

Written by: Carrie Seidel, Hertz Farm Management Leadership transitions are a reality for every organization, but that does not make them easy. Whether a longtime leader is retiring, someone is being promoted from within, or a new person is joining the organization, the transition can have a lasting impact on...