Chamber News
Twinsies? Which City is Most Like Austin, MN?
Discover which Midwestern cities are most like Austin, Minnesota! Explore economic drivers, local businesses, tourism attractions, and housing markets to see how Austin compares to cities like Stevens Point, Brookings, and Watertown.
Read MoreWhat is a Chamber of Commerce?
Curious about what a Chamber of Commerce does? Discover how the Austin Area Chamber supports businesses through networking, advocacy, and digital promotion. Learn the benefits of joining and how we help businesses thrive!
Read MoreMinnesota Employers Speak Out: Chamber Hosts Listening Session on New Workforce Laws
The Austin Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Southern Minnesota Listening Session with the Minnesota House Labor and Workforce Committee, giving business leaders a platform to discuss new labor laws, including Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) and Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML).
Read MoreYEAR 1: What We’ve Learned About Austin, Minnesota
Discover what we’ve learned about Austin, MN through one year on the Go! Austin Minnesota App! From the most-clicked buttons to favorite businesses and community trends, explore how residents and visitors use the App to connect, dine, and explore. Download now: bit.ly/go-austin-mn
Read MoreNavigating New Compliance Challenges in 2025: What Minnesota Businesses Need to Know
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Read MoreAre Music Licenses A Scam?
Are Music Licenses A Scam? If you operate an establishment in which the public can enter, and you play music, television, or prerecorded videos, you need to read this. Who Needs a Lawsuit? A Chamber member contacted us, wondering whether a string of solicitations from an organization SESAC was legitimate. SESAC claimed the member owed…
Read MoreAdvocating for Economic Prosperity in Austin and Mower County
Advocating for Economic Prosperity in Austin and Mower County The Austin Area Chamber of Commerce is in the fortunate position of representing 400 local businesses and community partners, each of whom are focused on bettering our community through building a strong local economy. Our partners at the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce work at the State level…
Read More2023 Member of the Year Nominations Open
2023 Member of the Year Nominations Open The Member of the Year Awards are now officially open! This is an incredible opportunity for each and every one of you to recognize the exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication of your fellow Chamber members, or even your own businesses, in driving our community towards prosperity and growth.…
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